A 7-day trip to Zurich and Lucerne by train sounds like an incredible adventure! Both cities offer a mix of modern culture, historic charm, and stunning Swiss landscapes. Zurich is known for its art, shopping, and lake views, while Lucerne captivates with its medieval architecture and surrounding mountain scenery. Traveling by train gives you the chance to enjoy the picturesque Swiss countryside in comfort. If you’re up for an itinerary, I can help with that too!(Partially Guided)
Upon arriving at Zurich International Airport "ZRH, meet your driver in the arrival hall for a transfer to your hotel in Zurich . After checking in (available from 14:00), you’ll have free time to explore your hotel at your leisure. Please note that early check-in is subject to availability upon arrival.
After breakfast, walk to the group meeting point at Zurich Central Bus Station, Ausstellungsstrasse, 8005 Zurich, which is conveniently located within walking distance from your hotel. Join your tour and start your exciting day of exploration. Get the best views of Zurich on this guided tour of the city and cable car ride Duration: 4h 30mins Start time: 13:00 ¬Included in the tour English and Spanish-speaking guide Guided old town walk Transportation in a comfortable coach Ferry ride across Lake Zurich Cable car ride to the Felsenegg viewpoint ¬ • Enjoy a guided tour of Zurich's city center, Switzerland's main business and cultural hub, and see the city's highlights • Take a ferry ride across Lake Zurich and admire alpine views as you glide across the crystal water • Ride the state-of-the-art Eiger Express gondola and cogwheel train up to Europe's highest train station ¬ Tour Zurich's main attractions on an air-conditioned coach and soak up the very best sights in the city. You'll pass by the opera house, the national museum, and the famed financial district. Enjoy photo stops at Lake Zurich, the Old Town, and some of Zurich's most beautiful churches, including St. Peter, which boasts Europe's largest clock face. After you've seen the city, it's time to cross Lake Zurich and enjoy a cable car ride. Ride the Eiger Express gondola and the cogwheel train up to Europe’s highest train station for incredible views from the breathtaking Felsenegg viewpoint.
After breakfast, walk to the group meeting point at Zurich Central Bus Station, Ausstellungsstrasse, 8005 Zurich, which is conveniently located within walking distance from your hotel. Join your tour and start your exciting day of exploration. ¬A full-day excursion to one of Switzerland’s most beautiful destinations Duration: 12h Start time: 08:00 ¬Included in the tour Public train Grindelwald - Interlaken Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide Transportation in comfortable coach with AC Carbon offset through myclimate ¬ ¬• Enjoy a scenic drive over the Brünig pass to the idyllic Bernese Oberland • Capture the triple peaks Eiger, Möch and Jungfrau from a lookout point • Stroll through the Glacier Village Grindelwald or explore the beautiful surroundings on a hike ¬ Embark on a scenic coach journey through the magical countryside and over the Brünig pass to Interlaken, the heart of the magnificent Jungfrau region. After a first stop in Interlaken, continue to the charming mountain resort of Grindelwald, where you'll have about 6 hours to explore both Grindelwald and Interlaken at your own pace with optional activities of your choice. Stroll past rustic chalets to one of the numerous lookout points and soak up stunning views of the impressive surrounding mountainscape, including the world-famous triple peaks Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Catch the public train back to Interlaken and spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the renowned adventure capital of Europe! Shop for souvenirs or take a funicular ride up to Interlaken’s local mountain, Harder Kulm for more amazing views over the two lakes and the surrounding peaks (summer only).
Start your day with a delicious breakfast, then make your way to Zurich central train station "Zurich HB" ,located within a short walking distance from your hotel. Here, you'll board your train for a scenic journey to lucerne. Sit back and relax as you travel to lucerne central train station "Luzern" , the central rail hub in the heart of the city. Upon arrival in lucerne , your hotel will also be within a short walking distance from the station, making your transfer smooth and convenient. Check-in at the hotel is available from 14:00, with early check-in subject to availability. After settling in, enjoy some free time to explore the surrounding area and soak in the charm of lucerne at your own pace.
After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "Bus Parking Landenberg, Alpenquai, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland" Departure time: 11:00, 12:30 Duration: 5 ½ hours Language: English, Spanish Inclusions Panoramic gondolas and aerial cableway Dragon Ride Cogwheel train Boat ride on Lake Lucerne Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide Transportation in comfortable coach with AC Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate Exclusions Meals and drinks Personal expenses Tour description From Zurich, set off on a leisurely coach trip through delightful landscapes and along the shores of Lake Lucerne to the enchanting town of Lucerne. Let your guide show you the main attractions on a brief orientation drive past the Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Enjoy time at leisure to grab a snack, to do some souvenir shopping or to stroll through the medieval streets of the well-preserved Old Town. From Lucerne, drive to Kriens, where you board the panoramic gondolas to Fräkmüntegg. Change for the Dragon Ride aerial cableway and enjoy jaw dropping views out of the panoramic windows, specially designed to give the feeling of flying. Once at the top of Mt Pilatus (2,132 m a.s.l), immerse yourself in the interactive Dragon World experience, venture down the Dragon Trail or opt for a short hike to the summit (weather permitting). Relax on the panorama terrace and admire magnificent views over the surrounding peaks of the Swiss Alps and the blue lakes in the valleys below. Treat yourself to a typical Swiss lunch at one of the different restaurants. The highlight of the day is a thrilling descent on the world's steepest cogwheel railway (48% gradient) down to Alpnachstad. Board a public boat for a lovely 1-hour cruise on beautiful Lake Lucerne and admire the spectacular landscape from an entirely different angle. End the excursion at the port in Lucerne or enjoy a relaxing coach ride back to Zurich.
After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "Bus Parking Landenberg, Alpenquai, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland" Departure time: 09:30 Duration: 8 ¾ hours Language: English, German Inclusions Kambly Experience incl. biscuit tasting + drink Emmentaler show dairy incl. cheese tasting Visit of dairy farm with picture stop Guided Old Town walk in Bern Goodie bag with regional products (worth CHF 30.-) Small group of max. 16 guests Fully guided by experienced driver-guide Transportation in minibus with AC and free Wi-Fi Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate Exclusions Meals & drinks Personal expenses Tour description Set off on a scenic drive through the unspoilt moorlands and idyllic alpine pastures of the Entlebuch valley, Switzerland's first UNESCO biosphere. Crossing the border to the Emmental valley, you reach the Kambly Experience. Learn about the origins of Switzerland's best-known premium biscuit brand and watch the master confectioners at work. Indulge in unique flavours and browse the tantalising biscuit varieties! Continue towards the Swiss capital Bern and follow your guide on an informative walk through the charming Old Town, a designated UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Marvel at the late Gothic Münster cathedral, stroll under the characteristic arcades to the Zytglogge clock tower and visit the Parliament building overlooking the beautiful Aare River. Enjoy time at leisure for lunch and some souvenir shopping before continuing through fascinating rural landscape past the impressively vast roofs of the Emmental farmhouses. Stop at the Emmentaler show dairy for the highlight of the day! Tour the show dairy on the audio-visual King's Way and learn more about the history of the world's most famous cheese. Marvel at the gigantic wheels of cheese in the impressive cellar before indulging your senses during a cheese tasting. Continue to a nearby dairy farm for a picture stop to see the grazing cows and enjoy an amazing view over the gentle green hills of the Emmental to the triple peaks of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau on a clear day. Drive back with many great memories and a goodie bag full of Swiss delicacies collected at the visited attractions throughout the day.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and proceed to Lucerne Central Train Station. From there, take the train to Zurich, where a private car will meet you at the station and transfer you to Zurich International Airport for your departure.
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