21 days in Switzerland Itinerary

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

Head to Bahnhofstrasse and Hauptbahnhoffor plenty of shopping. Take a break from the city and head to Strandbad Tiefenbrunnen and Lake Zurich. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Zurich: BirdLife-Naturzentrum Neeracherried (in Neerach), Schloss Laufen (in Dachsen) and Neuhausen am Rheinfall (Smilestones & Rhine Falls). And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of Old Town, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Uetliberg Mountain, kick back and relax at Strandbad Mythenquai, and see some colorful creatures with Peakdivers.

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New Delhi, India to Zurich is an approximately 11-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from New Delhi to Zurich is minus 4.5 hours. Traveling from New Delhi in September, expect Zurich to be much colder, temps between 22°C and 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Arosa.

Arosa is a statistic town and a municipality in the Plessur Region in the canton of Graubünden in Switzerland. On the 5th (Tue), delve into the lush surroundings at Eichhornliweg, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Arosa Barenland, pick up some local products at Sennerei Maran, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Wandern, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Maria Himmelfahrt Cathedral, and finally contemplate the long history of Old Town Chur. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Wed): take a memorable drive along Fluelapass, take in breathtaking views at Light Ragaz, don't miss a visit to Bad RagARTz, revel in the low prices at Landquart Fashion Outlet, then stop by Lindt Chocolate Shop Landquart, and finally examine the collection at Greisinger Museum.

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Traveling by car from Zurich to Arosa takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Zurich in September: high temperatures in Arosa hover around 18°C and lows are around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) 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 7th (Thu), take in panoramic vistas at Sunnegga, have fun at Clay Shoot Zermatt, take in the awesome beauty at The Matterhorn, take in panoramic vistas at Trockener Steg, then contemplate the waterfront views at Riffelsee, and finally tour in style with a train tour. On the next day, explore the striking landscape at Gorner Gorge, hike along Marmot Trail, play a few rounds at Golf Club Matterhorn, then take in the awesome beauty at Castor, then tour the pleasant surroundings at 5 Lakes Walk, and finally cast your line with Fly Fish Zermatt.

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Traveling by car from Arosa to Zermatt takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) to allow time to take a 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.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sat): enjoy the sand and surf at Schwimmbad Merligen, explore the fascinating underground world of St. Beatus Hoehlen, don't miss a visit to 007 Walk of fame - Schilthorn, stroll through Blumental Panorama Trail, then take some stellar pictures from Thrill Walk Felsensteg Birg, and finally admire the sheer force of Trümmelbachfälle. On the 10th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: play a few rounds at Golf Club Interlaken-Unterseen, identify plant and animal life at Weissenau-Naturschutzgebiet, take in the awesome beauty at Harderkulm, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Brienz, then examine the collection at Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Aare Gorge.

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You can take a train from Zermatt to Interlaken in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. September in Interlaken sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) so you can drive to Grindelwald.

As one of the country's oldest ski resorts, Grindewald serves as a prime example of a cozy Swiss ski town.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Mon): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Jungfraujoch, trek along Lieselotte Trail, tour the pleasant surroundings at Grindelwald-First, then don't miss a visit to First Cliff Walk by Tissot, then look for all kinds of wild species at Axalp, and finally admire the sheer force of Giessbachfälle.

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Grindelwald is very close to Interlaken. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can drive to Bern.

The capital and political center of Switzerland, Bern sits on a peninsula formed by the U-shaped River Aare.

Relax by the water at Plage des Pins and Jeunes Rives. Shop till you drop at UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern and Central Railroad Station. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bern: Gruyeres (Gruyeres Castle & HR Giger Museum), Thun (Vieille Ville de Thoune & Thunersee) and Les Gorges de la Jogne (in Broc). There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Creux du Van, enjoy the sand and surf at Plage de Saint-Aubin, admire the sheer force of Gorges de l'Areuse, and step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Chillon.

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Getting from Grindelwald to Bern by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In September in Bern, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Basel.

Situated where the Swiss, German, and French borders meet, Basel is considered the hub of Dreilandereck, this "three countries corner." Its location makes Basel a center of culture and history, brimming with important theaters and museums.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sat): head outdoors with Naturbad Riehen, indulge in some personalized pampering at Aquabasilea Pratteln, stop by Jakob's Basler Leckerly (Manufaktur), then get to know the resident critters at Zoo Basel, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and finally steep yourself in history at Basel Minster. On the 17th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the activities along Etang de Lucelle, contemplate the waterfront views at Etangs de Bonfol, tee off at Swingolf Herrenmatt, then explore the ancient world of Augusta Raurica, then examine the collection at Museum Tinguely, and finally get engrossed in the history at Basel Paper Mill - Swiss Museum for Paper, Writing and Printing.

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Getting from Bern to Basel by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In September in Basel, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) early enough to drive to Lucerne.

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

Step out of the city life by going to Mt Pilatus and Seebad Mit Strand Am Vierwaldstattersee. Do your shopping at Altstadt Luzern and Luzerner Wochenmarkt. Venture out of the city with trips to The Swiss Path (in Seelisberg), An-der-matt Swiss Alps Golf Cour-se (in Andermatt) and Engelberg (Ski School Active Snow Team Engelberg & Titlis). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Seebad Eich, pause for some photo ops at Lion Monument, cool off at Ufschotti Park, and see the interesting displays at Museum Rosengart Collection.

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Drive from Basel to Lucerne in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.