Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne is a gorgeous city located at the foot of the Swiss Alps. The best things to do are to wander the old town, eat, drink, shop, and enjoy the views of the lake.
Highlight’s include:
Kornmarkt
Kapellbrucke
Wasserturm
Jesuit Church
Church of St. Leodgar
Swiss Museum of Transport
Richard Wagners Museum
Dying Lion
Glacier Garden
Chateau Gütsch
Walk along the lake or take a boat ride to see St. Charles Hall, statues of Rolf Brem, Swiss chalets, Neuhabsburg Castle, and Meggenhorn Castle.
At Meggenhorn Castle, you can explore the vineyards, gardens, farm animals and the lakeside Christ statue.
Zurich
Zürich is the largest city in Switzerland & The River Limmat divides the city into two halves ( Old Town and New Town).
Highlight’s include:
Fraumünster
Grossmünster
Lindenhof
Lindt Chocolate Museum
Rathaus
Cabaret Voltaire
Niederdorf
Augustinergasse street
Swiss National Museum
Museum of Art
Beyer Watch and Clock Museum
Steinfels Brewery
Bahnhofstrasse is one of the world's most expensive shopping streets, featuring luxury brands such as Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, and Prada. It stretches from the central train station (Hauptbahnhof) to Lake Zurich.
A very popular thing to do is to take a boat cruise on Lake Zürich. This makes for a nice break from walking the city streets and visiting museums.
Zurich and Lucerne are located only 45 minutes to an hour away from each other, making it convenient to visit both cities while staying in one. You can do many different tours from either city.
Mt. Pilatus
There are various activities for visitors, including hiking, a summer toboggan ride, and scenic viewpoints. Access options include hiking, cableway, cogwheel railway, or a combination tour featuring all means of transportation. For a hassle-free experience, a private tour is recommended.
Mount Titlis
Experience breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps from the Panorama Restaurant atop Mount Titlis. Explore the Ice Grotto, ride the Ice Flyer chairlift and slide down the mountainside on a snow tube. For the daring, cross the Titlis Cliff Walk bridge suspended over the mountains.
Bernese Oberland Region
Travel along Lake Lucerne to the ancient Celtic settlement of Alpnachstad.
See beautiful areas such as Lungern Lake, Aare Valley, Brienz, Valley of 72 Waterfalls, Lauterbrunnen Valley & Staubbach Falls.
Continue to Interlaken to gaze upon magnificent views of the Jungfrau Summit, known as the “Queen of the Alps”.
Board a train with service from Interlaken to Lugano with service via Lucerne. Approximate travel time is 4 hours. This is a great way to include Italy combined with your time in Switzerland.
In Lugano, discover the charming and relaxing atmosphere of the town. Walk through Via Nassa, the city’s main shopping street. Visit the Monument of Independence, the Park, the Piazza Riforma, and the Santa Maria degli Angioli.
