The route at a glance
How long to stay in each city and how to get between them. Fares are typical one-way prices per person.
- 1ZurichDays 1–3Train · 41m · from €18Train times and fares
- 2LucerneDays 4–6Bus · 30m · from €19Bus times and fares
- 3InterlakenDays 7–9Bus · 30m · from €14Bus times and fares
- 4LauterbrunnenDays 10–11Bus · 2h 40m · from €23Bus times and fares
- 5GenevaDays 12–14
Days 1–3
Zurich
Zurich is a sophisticated lakeside city where Swiss precision meets cosmopolitan culture. This financial hub surprises with a vibrant arts scene, excellent dining, beautiful old town, and easy access to the Swiss Alps.
- Old Town (Altstadt)
- Lake Zurich
- Grossmünster Church
- Bahnhofstrasse
- Kunsthaus Zurich
- Swiss National Museum
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €909 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€303 a day).
Days 4–6
Lucerne
Lucerne is a picture-perfect Swiss city where medieval architecture meets stunning Alpine scenery. Set on the shores of Lake Lucerne with Mount Pilatus as a backdrop, this charming town offers covered bridges, cobblestone squares, and easy mountain excursions.
- Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke)
- Lion Monument
- Lake Lucerne Cruises
- Mount Pilatus
- Old Town
- Mount Rigi
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €795 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€265 a day).
Days 7–9
Interlaken
Interlaken is Switzerland's adventure capital, dramatically set between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz beneath the Jungfrau peaks. This adrenaline hub offers paragliding, skydiving, canyoning, and access to the famous Jungfraujoch—the "Top of Europe."
- Jungfraujoch Railway
- Paragliding
- Harder Kulm Viewpoint
- Lake Thun & Brienz
- Schilthorn (James Bond)
- Adventure Sports
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €795 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€265 a day).
Days 10–11
Lauterbrunnen
Lauterbrunnen is a Swiss valley of 72 waterfalls cascading from sheer cliffs. This stunning U-shaped glacial valley inspired Tolkien's Rivendell and offers access to Mürren, Wengen, and the Jungfrau region's most spectacular scenery.
- Staubbach Falls
- Trümmelbach Falls
- Mürren & Schilthorn
- Wengen
- Jungfraujoch Access
- Valley Floor Walks
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €530 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€265 a day).
Days 12–14
Geneva
Geneva is an elegant international city on the shores of Lake Geneva, backed by the Alps and Jura mountains. Home to the UN and countless international organizations, this cosmopolitan hub offers French-Swiss charm, luxury shopping, and stunning natural beauty.
- Lake Geneva & Jet d'Eau
- Old Town
- United Nations Office
- CERN
- Patek Philippe Museum
- Mont Blanc Views
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €930 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€310 a day).
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Switzerland itinerary: FAQ
How many days do you need in Switzerland?+
14 days is enough for Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen and Geneva: 3 days in Zurich, 3 days in Lucerne, 3 days in Interlaken, 2 days in Lauterbrunnen, 3 days in Geneva. With 7 and 10 days you can follow our 7-day and 10-day route instead.
What is the best way to travel around Switzerland?+
On this route every leg works by train and bus. Zurich to Lucerne takes about 0h 41m from €18; Lucerne to Interlaken takes about 0h 30m from €19; Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen takes about 0h 30m from €14; Lauterbrunnen to Geneva takes about 2h 40m from €23. Total time on the move is about 4h 21m.
How much does a 14-day trip to Switzerland cost?+
Plan on about €1,776 per person on a budget or €3,959 mid-range for accommodation, food and sightseeing, plus around €74 for the transport between cities. Flights to Switzerland are not included.