Best of Switzerland

5 days, 4 nights

 

 

Spend two nights in the charming town of Lucerne followed by two nights in Interlaken with a trip to the summit of Jungfraujoch, The Top of Europe.

 

Highlights

• Explore Lucerne’s Old Town and cross the picturesque and recognizable Chapel Bridge!
• Make your way to the top of Mount Pilatus, which is rumored to have the name because Pontius Pilate was buried there.
• Head to Interlaken by train through the Brünig Pass, one of the most scenic areas of Switzerland.
• Venture to Switzerland’s highest train station and arguably its most scenic mountain tops, the Jungfraujoch. Once there, take in views of the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau and Aletsch Glacier.

 

Overnight Stops

4 nights total

Interlaken (2) – Lucerne (2)

 

Sample Itinerary

 

Day 1: Arrive in Switzerland – Lucerne

Transfer by train from the Zurich Airport to Lucerne using your rail ticket. Depending on your arrival time, take the opportunity to discover Lucerne’s Old Town. Cross the iconic Chapel Bridge, a wooden footbridge that crosses the River Reuss diagonally or search for the Lion Monument.

Highlights (optional): Guided walking tour of the city with a chocolate workshop and tasting

Overnight in Lucerne
Tenon Recommends: CASCADA Boutique Hotel

 

Day 2: Lucerne / Mount Pilatus

Hop on the aerial cable car from Kriens and slowly ascend to the top of this mountain with a fabled friendly dragon. When you reach the top, you can hike around the mountain, listen to alphorn players, grab a bite to eat or sit back and enjoy the picture-worthy scenery.

Highlights (included): Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus, which includes a trip by boat, the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, and panoramic aerial cableway
Highlights (optional): Visit Mount Rigi, famous for its spectacular views

Overnight in Lucerne
Tenon Recommends: CASCADA Boutique Hotel
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 3: Lucerne to Interlaken

Travel by rail from Lucerne to Interlaken. Enjoy an entertaining journey on board the Zentralbahn (regional train) via the Brünig Pass to Interlaken. You will have free time in the afternoon for sightseeing and shopping, and in the evening we recommend a fondue dinner.

Highlights (included): Cross through the Brünig Pass, one of Switzerland’s prettiest and most scenic natural areas
Highlights (optional): Book a Swiss food and culture tour from Interlaken that includes a visit to a woodcarver’s studio, a local cheese shop, and a chocolate club

Overnight in Interlaken
Tenon Recommends: Hotel Krebs
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 4: Interlaken / Jungfraujoch, The Top of Europe

Today you will have a self-guided excursion up to Jungfraujoch, The Top of Europe. The Jungfrau Railway leads to the highest train station in Europe and offers unbelievable views of the mountain giants Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau and the 13-mile long Aletsch Glacier. At the top, you can eat at one of their restaurants, shop for chocolates at their resident Lindt Chocolate store, wander through the ice sculpture cave, or soak in the amazing views.

Highlights (included): Europe’s highest train station, ice sculpture cave, t exquisite mountaintop views
Highlights (optional): Ascend to the Harder Kulm to take in the best views of Interlaken

Overnight in Interlaken
Tenon Recommends: Hotel Krebs
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 5: Depart Switzerland

Travel by train to your Swiss departure gateway of choice or continue onward to more Swiss adventures!
(Breakfast included)

Pricing

From $1,225 per person based on double occupancy*
*Price shown is an example of what to expect for a self-drive vacation. Each itinerary is customized and can change depending on seasonality, availability, etc.

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