Full Itinerary & Trip Details
Itinerary
Introduction
Switzerland is a famous tourist destination for visitors from all over the world, thanks to its numerous mountains and lakes that meander between them. Our road trip from Geneva to Zurich will take you into the heart of Switzerland, allowing you to experience the true essence of the country. This trip will allow you to get up close and personal with the beauty of the land. Hiking up Mount Pilatus will help you to channel your inner explorer. Enjoy the gorgeous scenery while learning about the history that surrounds you. Gondola rides and aerial cableways are available in Lucerne. Bring out your inner photographer and practise landscape photography. Finally, sample some of the local cuisine.
Highlights
Visited Places:
• Jet d’Eau
• Vineyards at Lavaux
• Grindelwald
• Trift Bridge
• Lake Lucerne
• Mt. Pilatus
• Kriens
• Lucerne
• Zurich
Travel Experience:
• Road trip to Lauterbrunnen from Geneva via Bern
• Discover local cuisine, Swiss cheese and chocolates.
• Explore Jungfraujoch
• Tandem paragliding at Interlaken (if weather permits)
• Ride cogwheel trains
• Experience the panoramic Gondola and aerial cable rides
• Admire the majestic Alpines and picturesque lakes
Day 1:
GENEVA
The first day of your tour will be spent discovering Geneva's mysteries. Explore Geneva's Old Town and soak in its cultural vibrancy. You can walk around the 12th-century pillars of St. Pierre Cathedral and admire its neoclassical design, or you can visit the Palace of Nations, which houses the United Nations. Spend some time relaxing on the first day by visiting the beautiful Lake Geneva. You can sample the local cuisine by eating swiss cheese and chocolates. Don't miss the Broken Chair sculpture and the Jet d'Eau fountain, two of the city's most recognisable monuments.
Activities Included:
N/A – Free time
Accommodation::
Hotel in Geneva:
Day 2:
GENEVA - LAUTERBRUNNEN
Lavaux would be your first stop on your way from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen. Hike around the expansive 800 hectares of vineyards at Lavaux before resuming the road adventure. A quick lunch stop in Bern will allow you to admire the beauty of the Aare River as well as the medieval architecture of the city. Enjoy the splendour of Lauterbrunnen's Staubbach and Trümmelbach Falls before checking into your hotel in Interlaken for the night.
Activities Included: Sightseeing & hiking on the way to Interlaken
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Interlaken
Day 3:
INTERLAKEN
Interlaken, situated between the green lakes of Thun and Brienz, has a lot to offer its visitors. If the weather cooperates, you will be able to glide over the charming town and its lovely lakes. Tandem paragliding in Interlaken provides breathtaking views of the spectacular mountains Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. This will be followed by a cogwheel train trip from Grindelwald, a hamlet in Switzerland's Bernese Alps, to Jungfraujoch, which has Europe's highest station. Take as many shots as you can while admiring the magnificent Alps. Finally, take a tour of the Ice Palace.
Activities Included: N/A – Free time
Optional Activities: Paragliding
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Interlaken
Day 4:
LUCERNE
Today's road trip destination will be Lucerne, which is well-known among tourists for its mediaeval architecture and vibrant old town. Before travelling to Lucerne, take a moderate climb to the pedestrian-only Swiss Trift Bridge and return via gondola ride. You will spend the evening touring Lucerne or strolling along the iconic wooden Chapel bridge overlooking the Reuss.
Activities Included: Sightseeing & hiking on the way to Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Interlaken
Day 5:
LUCERNE - MT PILATUS
Today after breakfast continue the journey to explore Pilatus and the Alpines on a boat, cogwheel railways, cableways, and gondolas. This ‘Golden round trip’ will let you experience the best of Mount Pilatus. Enjoy the boat ride arranged on the Lake Lucerne with a backdrop of the massif. Buckle-up, sit tight and enjoy your steep ride up the cogwheel railways from the village of Alpnachstad. Catch the dragon ride and the gondolas to ride over to Kriens, from where you will board a bus back to Lucerne.
Activities Included: Sightseeing & hiking at Mt. Pilatus,Cogwheel train ride,Gondola ride,Boat ride
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Zurich
Day 6:
ZURICH CITY
After a quick breakfast, the day will depart from Lucerne. The drive to Zurich will be the final leg of our road trip from Geneva, so make the most of it. Zurich is well-known for its banking and economics, but it also has beautiful scenery. It also has a pre-medieval history, which will appeal to all history buffs. Immerse yourself in the historical tales that the old town's alleyways and the Limmat River have to offer. Before heading over to Zurich's nightlife, don't forget to purchase for mementos. Finish the night by telling the group about your road trip.
Activities Included: N/A – Free time
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Zurich
Day 7:
ZURICH
As the tour concludes today with a breakfast at the hotel, it's time to say farewell to your other travellers and the guide. Check-out time is usually 11 a.m., so plan your return flight accordingly. I hope you have captured the best moments on camera and have a plethora of vacation memories to take home with you.
Activities Included: N/A – Free time
Meals Included: Breakfast