16 days in Switzerland & Amsterdam Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sun): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Zoo Zurich and then walk around Lindenhof Hill.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Zurich trip site.

If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major aiports are Zürich Airport, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport and Bern Belp Airport. June in Zurich sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Lucerne.

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

Start off your visit on the 12th (Mon): take in the views from Chapel Bridge, get a sense of history and politics at Rathaus Stadt Luzern, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Lucerne, then pause for some photo ops at Lion Monument, and finally stroll through Mt Pilatus. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Tue): get advice or help at KKL Luzern - Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre, then admire the striking features of Das Lohri-Haus - The Oldest House of Goldsmiths in the World, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Rigi, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at Navamon Wellness.

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Traveling by car from Zurich to Lucerne takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Lucerne can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) 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.

On the 14th (Wed), stroll through 5 Lakes Walk, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Matterhorn, then take in the dramatic natural features 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, take in panoramic vistas at Sunnegga, take in the pleasant sights at Hinterdorfstrasse, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Mountaineers' Cemetery, then don't miss a visit to Walk of Climb, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Gornergrat.

To see maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Zermatt road trip app.

Traveling by car from Lucerne to Zermatt takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) 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.

Step out of Interlaken with an excursion to Grindelwald-First in Grindelwald--about 58 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic scenery at Trümmelbachfälle, appreciate the views at Lauterbrunnen Village, fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and pause for some serene contemplation at Rom.-Katholische Kirchgemeinde.

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You can take a train from Zermatt to Interlaken in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June, daytime highs in Interlaken are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) early enough to drive to Zurich.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Zurich: Sackelamtshusli (in Schaffhausen) and Rhine Falls (in Neuhausen am Rheinfall). Enjoy Zurich some more: explore the activities along Lake Zurich, get engrossed in the history at Landesmuseum, examine the collection at Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zürich, and take a stroll through Old Town.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Zurich online trip itinerary planner.

Take a train from Interlaken to Zurich in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Amsterdam.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amsterdam: Haarlem (Sint-Bavokerk (Church of St. Bavo), Grote Markt, &more). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, walk around Vondelpark, hunt for treasures at Albert Cuyp Market, and take a stroll through The Jordaan.

For other places to visit, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Amsterdam trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Zurich to Amsterdam takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Zurich in June, plan for slightly colder days in Amsterdam, with highs around 23°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can travel back home.