Itinerary
- Day 1
Zurich to Interlaken
You'll leave Zurich and head south through Lucerne, where you'll have several hours to walk around this historic city before continuing onward. After that, you'll travel toward Lake Thunersee and stop at St. Beatus Caves. By evening you'll arrive in Interlaken for a two-night stay in the Bernese Oberland region, 47°N.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel on cogwheel train from Vitznau to Rigi Kulm
- Cogwheel train from Rigi Kulm to Arth-Goldau
Optional Activities
- Visit Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge) in Lucerne
- Visit Lion Monument in Lucerne
- Visit Richard Wagner Museum in Lucerne
- Take the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus
- Explore St. Beatus Caves (14-kilometre labyrinth with stalagmites, stalactites, grottos, and gorges)
- Lunch in Lucerne
- Walk through cobbled streets and colourful squares of Lucerne
Landmarks Kapellbrücke Lion Monument Mount Pilatus Richard Wagner Museum Lake Lucerne St. Beatus Caves Lake Thunersee 
- Day 2
Grindelwald
Spend the full day in Grindelwald with lots of options available. You could hike the Eiger Trail to Alpiglen, take the train up to Jungfraujoch at the 'Top of Europe', walk through Gletscherschlucht canyon, or simply wander around at a relaxed pace. You'll return to Interlaken for the night, 46.6°N.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Eiger Trail to Alpiglen (roundtrip approximately three hours, with possible photo stops at iconic Eiger North Face)
- Jungfraujoch Excursion - train ride to the 'Top of Europe' with panoramic views of peaks and glaciers
- Explore Gletscherschlucht (canyon 250 million years in the making)
- Leisurely stroll through Grindelwald village
Landmarks Eiger Mountain Grindelwald Eiger North Face Jungfraujoch Gletscherschlucht - Day 3
Interlaken to Chur
Start with a photo stop at Chälrütirank viewpoint, then take the cogwheel train from Vitznau up to Rigi Kulm on Rigi Mountain. You'll have free time to walk the panoramic path at Rigi Kaltbad before heading down by train to Arth-Goldau. From there continue to Chur, Switzerland's oldest city, for a two-night stay, 46.9°N.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Photo stop at Chälrütirank viewpoint
- Cogwheel train from Vitznau to Rigi Kulm with panoramic views
- Cogwheel train from Rigi Kulm to Arth-Goldau
Optional Activities
- Explore panoramic path of Rigi Kaltbad
- Hiking to a viewpoint on Rigi Mountain
- Lunch on Rigi Mountain
Landmarks Chälrütirank Rigi Mountain Rigi Kaltbad Rigi Kulm Vitznau Arth-Goldau - Day 4
Chur to St. Moritz and Morteratsch
You'll travel on the UNESCO-listed train from Chur to St. Moritz, a glamorous alpine resort where you'll have time to explore on your own. Later you'll take the train to Morteratsch for a two-hour walk through flower-filled meadows to reach Morteratsch Glacier, or you can relax at a local restaurant instead. You'll return to Chur for the night, 46.4°N.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel on UNESCO-listed train from Chur to St. Moritz
- Travel on train from St. Moritz to Morteratsch
Optional Activities
- Wander past grand Belle Époque hotels in St. Moritz
- Visit traditional Engadin houses decorated with ornate frescoes in St. Moritz
- Visit historic bobsleigh run in St. Moritz
- Ride gondola into the mountains in St. Moritz
- Browse local museums in St. Moritz
- Lunch at regional specialties in St. Moritz
- Two-hour walk through flower-filled meadows and along rushing streams to Morteratsch Glacier
- Relax at local restaurant in Morteratsch with mountain views and hearty Swiss fare
Landmarks St. Moritz Morteratsch Glacier Swiss Alps 
- Day 5
Chur to St. Gallen
Visit the alpine village of Maienfeld (Heididorf) to see the open-air Heidi museum and the replica of Heidi's home. Then head to Appenzell, which is known for cheese production and Swiss heritage. After that you'll travel to St. Gallen to check out the old town, the twin-towered cathedral, and the UNESCO-listed Benedictine monastery before staying overnight, 47.4°N.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit St. Gallen Benedictine monastery and ruins
Optional Activities
- Explore open-air Heidi museum in Maienfeld
- Visit replica of Heidi's home in Maienfeld
- Wander through traditional village streets in Maienfeld
- Enjoy cheese-filled lunch in Appenzell
- Browse local shops in Appenzell
- Explore picturesque streets of Appenzell
- Explore St. Gallen old town
- Visit St. Gallen twin-towered cathedral
Landmarks Maienfeld Heidi Museum Appenzell St. Gallen Benedictine Monastery St. Gallen Cathedral - Day 6
St. Gallen to Zurich
You'll start at Kyburg Castle, which sits above the River Töss and features a 14th-century feudal fortress with an award-winning museum inside. Next you'll go to Winterthur where you'll have a couple hours to see museums, galleries, and cultural attractions. Later you'll head to Rhine Falls, Europe's strongest waterfalls, with an optional boat ride available. You'll return to Zurich in the evening, 47.5°N.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Kyburg Castle with its 800 years of history, court of justice, kitchen, and torture chamber
- Explore museums and galleries in Winterthur
- Browse photography exhibitions in Winterthur
- Visit Swiss Science Center Technorama in Winterthur
- Lunch in Winterthur
- Take boat ride at Rhine Falls
Landmarks Kyburg Castle Rhine Falls River Töss Technorama
