15 days in Switzerland & Amsterdam Itinerary

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Zurich: Kirchturm Heiden (in Heiden), Santis der Berg (in Urnaesch) and Rhine Falls (in Neuhausen am Rheinfall). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Lake Zurich, admire the landmark architecture of Stiftsbibliothek, examine the collection at Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zürich, and explore the world behind art at Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich).

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If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major aiports are Zürich Airport, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport and Bern Belp Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to drive to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): hike along 5 Lakes Walk, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Matterhorn, then take in the dramatic scenery at Gorner Gorge, then see the interesting displays at Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Intercontinental Church Society. On your second day here, enjoy breathtaking views from Sunnegga, take in the pleasant sights at Hinterdorfstrasse, then make a trip to Mountaineers' Cemetery, then don't miss a visit to Walk of Climb, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Gornergrat.

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Traveling by car from Zurich to Zermatt takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can catch the train to Interlaken.

Nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in the heart of the Jungfrau region, Interlaken became popular for its proximity to the mountains and lakes of the Bernese Oberland region.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Sun): stroll through Harderkulm, then have fun at Bodelibad Interlaken, then hit the slopes at Grindelwald-First, and finally explore the activities along Lake Brienz. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 19th (Mon): fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, take in the dramatic scenery at Trümmelbachfälle, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Staubbach Waterfall.

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You can take a train from Zermatt to Interlaken in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

Step out of Lucerne to go to Engelberg and see Titlis, which is approximately 46 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Lucerne, don't miss a visit to The Nine Towers, kick back and relax at Seebad Mit Strand Am Vierwaldstattersee, and admire the striking features of Lucerne Station.

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You can drive from Interlaken to Lucerne in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can fly to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Venture out of the city with trips to Haarlem (Hofje van Bakenes, Grote Markt, &more). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at ARTIS, take in the views from Magere Brug, and see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House.

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Fly from Lucerne to Amsterdam in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Lucerne in June, expect nights in Amsterdam to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.