27 days in Switzerland Itinerary

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Zurich
— 2 nights
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Lucerne
— 6 nights
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Bern
— 2 nights
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Geneva
— 3 nights
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Montreux
— 3 nights
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Gstaad
— 2 nights
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Zermatt
— 3 nights
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Drive to Verbania,Intra, Ferry to Laveno, Drive to Lugano
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Lugano
— 3 nights
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St. Moritz
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Zurich — 2 nights

Big Small Town

On the 2nd (Wed), visit Old Town, then admire the sheer force of Rhine Falls, and then examine the collection at Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zürich. Keep things going the next day: take a stroll through Bahnhofstrasse and then explore the activities along Lake Zurich.

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New Delhi, India to Zurich is an approximately 11-hour flight. You'll gain 4.5 hours traveling from New Delhi to Zurich due to the time zone difference. When traveling from New Delhi in July, plan for slightly colder days in Zurich, with highs around 30°C, while nights are much colder with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Lucerne.
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Lucerne — 6 nights

Explore Lucerne's surroundings by going to Titlis (in Engelberg), Michaelskreuz Kapelle (in Root) and Festung Vitznau (in Vitznau). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Lake Lucerne, get a taste of the local shopping with Altstadt Luzern, fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Rigi.

To find ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Lucerne trip planning site.

You can drive from Zurich to Lucerne in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In July in Lucerne, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) early enough to drive to Bern.
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Bern — 2 nights

City of Bears

Start off your visit on the 10th (Thu): take in the dramatic scenery at Trümmelbachfälle and then glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Clock Tower - Zytglogge, then take in nature's colorful creations at Rose Garden (Rosengarten), and then wander the streets of UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Bern trip itinerary app.

Traveling by car from Lucerne to Bern takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In July in Bern, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can go by car to Geneva.
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Geneva — 3 nights

Capital of Peace

Geneva is known for sightseeing, nature, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the activities along Lake Geneva, appreciate the history behind Reformation Wall, admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre, and admire the local landmark of The Geneva Water Fountain.

To find reviews, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Geneva online road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Bern to Geneva takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in July, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can go by car to Montreux.
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Montreux — 3 nights

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Montreux: Lausanne (Cathedrale de Lausanne & The Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique)). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Chateau de Chillon, go for a walk through Montreux Lakeside, examine the collection at Queen Studio Experience, and indulge your senses at Swiss Riviera Wine Tours.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Montreux route planner.

Traveling by car from Geneva to Montreux takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can drive to Gstaad.
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Gstaad — 2 nights

On the 17th (Thu), examine the collection at La Chapelle Balthus. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Fri): hike along Lauenensee Loop Trail, then admire the sheer force of Simmenfalle, then get in on the family fun at Happyland, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chapelle des Diablerets.

To find more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Gstaad trip maker website.

Getting from Montreux to Gstaad by car takes about 1.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Zermatt.
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Zermatt — 3 nights

Get out of town with these interesting Zermatt side-trips: Ernen (Hangebrucke Furgangen-Muhlebach & Pfarrkirche Ernen). The adventure continues: take in the awesome beauty at Gornergrat, stroll the grounds of Mountaineers' Cemetery, tour in style with a train tour, and explore the activities along Riffelsee.

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Drive from Gstaad to Zermatt in 3 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can travel to Lugano.
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Lugano — 3 nights

Monte Carlo of Switzerland

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): stroll around Parco Ciani, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Lugano, then have fun and explore at Swissminiatur, and finally buy something for everyone on your list at Fox Town Factory Stores. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get great views at Monte Bre, tour the pleasant surroundings at Monte San Giorgio, stroll the grounds of Cimitero Monumentale, then get great views at Monte San Salvatore, and finally don't miss a visit to Piazza della Riforma.

For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Lugano holiday website.

Getting from Zermatt to Lugano by combination of car and ferry takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and tram. In July, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to go by car to St. Moritz.
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St. Moritz — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Fri): appreciate the views at Engadine, take some stellar pictures from Diavolezza, then get great views at Muottas Muragl, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Lake St. Moritz. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the activities along Lake of Staz (Lej da Staz), take in the dramatic natural features at Berninapass, then explore the striking landscape at Morteratsch Glacier, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Piz Nair.

For ratings, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our St. Moritz trip itinerary builder site.

Traveling by car from Lugano to St. Moritz takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Lugano in July; daily highs in St. Moritz reach 24°C and lows reach 13°C. On the 27th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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Switzerland travel guide

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Immerse yourself in a snow-capped mountain wonderland in Switzerland's serene Alpine setting. See the world-renowned Matterhorn, Switzerland's second-highest mountain at 4,478 m (14,962 ft) tall, or zoom down the mountains on toboggan, ski, or snowboard. In the warmer seasons hike around the rolling green hillsides covered with pine trees and picturesque aqua blue lakes. Luxurious cities dotted with cozy wooden chalets and colorful flowerbeds balance quaintness with first-class cultural offerings. Indulge in the country's opulence of milk chocolate, cheese fondue, and keg-carrying St. Bernard dogs.
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