Day 01: Arrive Zurich – Lucerne
Welcome to Switzerland this morning. Upon arrival make your way to the hotel and check in. Relax and later in the afternoon you could either walk around the city or opt for the 40 min train ride covering the Chapel Bridge, the town square, the Lion Monument and much more, or visit the Swiss Museum of Transport which has been voted the most popular museum and theme park for the whole family in any weather. The rest of the evening is free for you to walk around the city. Later tonight we recommend you to enjoy the real Swiss Folklore at the Stadtkeller. Folk-Music, Yodeling, Alphornblowing and Flagthrowing. This is superb combination for excellent food, music and great fun in a historical place dating back to the 12th century. Overnight in Lucerne.
Day 02: Lucerne
Day At Leisure. Option Of Visiting Mt. Titlis Or Mt. Pilatus.
Day is free for optional excursions.
Mount Titlis
Today you visit the glacier paradise Titlis which is the jewel in Central Switzerland's crown and the only publicly accessible glacier in the area. You will feel on top of the world as you take in the spectacular panoramic views of snow-covered mountains and unspoilt Alpine landscapes. Take a train from Lucerne to Engelberg. Hop on the eight-seater cable car Titlis Xpress from Engelberg to Stand middle station. Then take the Titlis Rotair - The world's first revolving gondola transports you from the middle station at Stand up to the mountain station at 3,020 metres above sea-level. The gondola revolves 360 degrees during the five-minute trip, treating you to idyllic panoramic views of steep rock faces, deep crevasses and distant snow-covered mountain peaks.
Explore the Glacier Cave which is a cool experience. The cave can be easily accessed via a corridor from the Titlis Rotair Cableways mountain station. The Glacier Cave is bathed in a dim turquoise-blue light. On the walls, millions of tiny ice crystals sparkle and glisten. The air is so cold that tiny white clouds appear when you breathe. A magical world of ice awaits you. This glacier cave forms the frosty heart of Titlis. The ice here was frozen long before prehistoric man discovered how to make fire using pyrite. The cave's 150-metre-long walkway branches out in several directions and descends 20 metres below the surface of the glacier. The hazy atmosphere is the result of tiny air pockets in the ice, and the blue colour is caused by the refraction of light. The temperature inside the cave remains a frosty -1.5°C.
High up on Titlis, everyday life becomes a distant memory. At over 2,000 metres above sea level, this spectacular glacier mountain in Central Switzerland is a base for all kinds of outdoor Summer activities. You could choose to do Hiking, Mountain Biking, Scooter Bike, Knorrli Adventure Trail, Alpine Flower Trail, Boat Hire, Devil Bikes & Via Ferrata.
Titlis Cliff Walk - Europe's highest suspension bridge. Set your pulse racing! 3,041 metres above sea-level. 500 metres off the ground. 150 heart-pounding steps. The Titlis Cliff Walk is just one metre wide and 100 metres long. The views into the abyss below are breathtaking! This is what awaits you on the Titlis Cliff Walk, the spectacular suspension bridge high up on the summit. To cross the bridge, you'll need nerves as strong as the steel cables from which it hangs. On arriving at the summit, the route leads you through an underground tunnel and on to the viewing platform at the south wall window. The suspension bridge stretches from here to the Ice Flyer glacier chair lift station.
Ice Flyer - Be sure to cast your eyes down into the impressive glacier world below. The Ice Flyer chair lift sweeps you smoothly and safely over crisp, virgin snow fields and icy depths. Some of the crevasses are up to ten metres deep. The Ice Flyer will carry you from the mountain station to the Snow Park Up On The Glacier.
All kinds of fun snow activities await you all year round at the Glacier Park. Whiz down the snow toy run on one of our fun balancers, snake gliss or minibobs and let our magic carpet conveyor belt whisk you quickly and easily back to the top. Snowtubing is the ultimate alternative sledding experience which will see you skimming the glistening snow as you hurtle down the piste on a rubber tyre. You can choose whether to sit or lie, and whether to set off facing forwards or backwards. You’re sure to spin full circle several times before reaching the end of this bumpy yet exhilarating ride. The specially designed run will keep you safely on track.
Immerse yourself in the sweet world of chocolate at the Chocolate Shop which is located on the 3rd floor of the Titlis mountain station. Choose your favourite from over 300 different varieties or create your own personal chocolate package. The chocolate is from LINDT, MAESTRANI und SCHÖNENBERGER.
Have your photo taken with your sweetheart or your friends in traditional Swiss costume.
Have your photo taken in traditional Swiss costume at the Photo Studio on Titlis. They have a vast array of shirts and trousers, dresses and bodices, as well as bonnets and hats from various regions of Switzerland. They also have some great costumes for kids. The photographer will then take your photo with Mount Titlis in the background. Your photo will be ready in just three minutes – an unforgettable memory of your trip to Titlis. What's more, the photo studio on Titlis is the highest photo studio in the world. A number of celebrities have also had their photo taken here.
Enjoy a pizza at the highest Pizzeria in the world and much more. The ice flier is a big hit with the family.
With loads to do at the peak, more than half a day is a must. Return back to Lucerne later in the afternoon or early evening and spend the rest of the time at any of the restaurants dotting the city or just walking along the lake. Overnight in Lucerne.
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Mount Pilatus
Today experience the assorted delights of Lucerne's landmark mountain Pilatus courtesy of the Golden Round Trip – a full day excursion involving a boat trip, the cogwheel railway, aerial cableway and panorama gondolas. Enjoy a cruise on Lake Lucerne upto to Alpnachstad, from Alpnachstad to Pilatus Kulm, take the world's steepest cogwheel railway winds up through lush meadows carpeted with Alpine flowers, past sparkling mountain streams and fascinating rock faces.
With its wide-ranging leisure and recreation amenities on Pilatus, it offers visitors from home and abroad "2132 possibilities above sea level". With Central Switzerland's largest suspension rope park and Switzerland's longest summer toboggan run, the Pilatus promises hours of enjoyment.
On the way back from Pilatus Kulm to Fräkmüntegg enjoy the 3.5-minute ride. The new aerial cableway «Dragon Ride» gives the impression of flying thanks to its spacious interior, cockpit-like design and large windows – a mountain experience that gets the adrenalin pumping. Then from Fräkmüntegg summit terminus climb aboard and enjoy magnificent views on the panorama gondola to Krienseregg.
You could spend some more time at the Krienseregg: a delightful recreational day out for all ages, it offers way-marked round walks, inviting picnic spots and the PILU®-Land adventure playground. The spacious terrace of the family-friendly restaurant is perfect for rest, relaxation and refreshment. PILU®-Land is where the friendly Pilatus-Bahnen dragon lives. It's divided into three thematic zones: Dragon Castle, Dragon Forest, and Dragon Land. Built using unsprayed timber from false acacia trees, the individual play elements have, to a large extent, been left as they were found. You can also experience the captivating moorland landscape and the plashing of mountain streams. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the forests and marshes and cast a historical eye over the area's ice-age past.
Later from Krienseregg take the gondola down to Kriens where a five-minute walk brings you to bus no. 1 for the trip back to Lucerne. Overnight in Lucerne.
Day 03: Lucerne – Zermatt
Wake up to breakfast this morning following which its time to head to the train station and board your train to the car free village of Zermatt. Upon arrival make your way to your hotel either on foot or using any of the battery operated cars zipping around town. Check in and the rest of the day is free for you to explore this unique little town. Overnight in Zermatt.
Day 04: Zermatt
The must see peak here is undoubtedly the Matterhorn. This morning following breakfast, we suggest you to make your way to the Gonergrat train station and board Switzerland’s oldest electrified cogwheel train to the Gonergrat. Here you can see other peaks surrounding you and crowned by the glorious view of the Matterhorn. Spend time at the summit where you could also have some hot coffee or tea and some lunch. Or going and experiencing the Glacier Paradise at Matterhorn - Europe’s highest mountain excursion -12700 ft, a must!! It guarantees snow 365 days in Zermatt region & highest glacier palace in the world. Later in the afternoon its time to make your way back to the city. Overnight in Zermatt.
Day 05: Zermatt – Glacier Express – St Moritz
Its time to sample one of the most scenic train journeys in Switzerland today as you check out of your hotel and make your way to the train station and board the Glacier Express taking you to St Moritz. This is a 7 hr comfortable journey taking you through some of the most spectacular scenery, 291 bridges and 91 tunnels! Upon arrival, make your way to the hotel and check in. The rest of the evening is free for you. Overnight in St Moritz.
Day 06: St Moritz
Wake up to a lazy breakfast this morning as the day is yours to spend as you like. St Moritz is a lovely city with its salubrious climes and breathtaking scenery. There are several walking trails and places where you can spend some quality time. St. Moritz and the Engadin valley has developed into a popular family destination in summer, offering unlimited action and fun for children and peace and relaxation for their parents. Families can partake in activities in countless playgrounds, at picnic areas, by bathing lakes, through ruggedly romantic landscapes, on the backs of horses or mules, on inline skates or high in the treetops culminating amidst the fantastic Alpine landscape. Few Optional Activities are listed below.
Overnight in St Moritz
Day 07: St Moritz – Postal Bus – Lugano
Wake up this morning in your high altitude resort at St Moritz with its snowy peaks and travel through the Bregaglia Valley and the deep blue lakes to Lugano – Ticino’s metropolis and a unique travel experience awaits you abode the Palm Express on the trademark yellow postal bus. The bus departs at around 1220 hrs from St Moritz station and arrives into Lugano train station at 1610 hrs. (Since a part of the journey passes through Italy, it is important to be in procession of a valid Schengen visa) Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax. Overnight in Lugano.
Day 08: Lugano – Swiss Miniature – Lugano
A unique sight awaits you this morning as you visit the Swiss Miniatur in Melide. Take a train from Lugano to Melide & walk 200m from Melide station to Swissminiatur. If you want to have an overview of Switzerland and spend a nice time in a wonderful region, do not miss Swissminiatur, an exciting place and a must see attraction for everyone visiting Switzerland. In an area of 14,000 m2 visitors can admire more than 120 models at scale of 1:25 which represent the most important buildings, monuments and transportation means in Switzerland. The park is open from 0900 hrs to 1800 hrs. Enjoy lunch at the park and the various sights. Following this make your way back to Lugano. We recommend you doing a tour of the city of Lugano on the edge of the beautiful tourist train Red Arrow allows all families to discover the full beauty of Lugano and its surroundings, you can admire from it's wagons, the funiculars Monte Bre and San Salvatore, the Casino, the Congress Palace, the Museum Villa Ciani and the Museum of Art, the lakefront, mountains and take some memorable pictures. This tour is offered every day with departures every 30 minutes, the trip lasts 40 minutes. The train departs from Piazza Manzoni – Lugano. Overnight in Lugano.
Day 09: Lugano
We recommend you taking a train to Mendrisio train station, departing Lugano at 1323 hrs and arriving Mendrisio at 1343 hrs, from where you need to connect to Fox Town by bus departing at 1401 hrs and arriving at 1403 hrs ! Enjoy shopping here ( it’s the largest outlet shopping outlet in the whole of Switzerland and you are assured of getting some bargain buys here ) Later in the afternoon around 1555 hrs or 1655 hrs you can take the bus back to Mendrisio station and connect to your train to Lugano. The rest of the evening is free for you. Overnight in Lugano.
Day 10: Lugano – Interlaken
Wake up this morning following which its time to take the train to Interlaken. On arrival into Interlaken make your way to the Hotel & check in. Later in the evening make your way to the Harder Kulm - Interlaken’s local mountain. The journey from Interlaken to the Harder Kulm, takes ten minutes by cable car. The trip up the mountain in the funicular is quite spectacular. The Art Nouveau-style Panorama Restaurant looks like a small castle with its turrets, restaurants and halls. The cosy terrace is a meeting point for locals and the ideal viewing platform for tourists from near and far, and it is located 1,322 metres above sea level. Folklore evenings are held regularly on the Harder Kulm. Treat yourself to tasty Swiss food or kick back with the special "Ice Beer". There's fun at the playground for children. There is a new observation deck at Harder Kulm. The observation deck offers visitors a unique view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains as well as the lakes of Thun and Brienz. The Two Lakes Bridge is west of the Restaurant Harder Kulm. A steel structure supports the large platform. In the centre, visitors can look down below through a glass surface. Overnight in Interlaken.
Day 11: Interlaken – Jungfraujoch – Interlaken
After breakfast this morning it’s time for your excursion to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. The starting point of your journey is Interlaken Ost. There you will catch the Bernese Oberland Railway. Your journey along the Lütschein takes you to Grindelwald. Stop at Grindelwald to enjoy the Fun Package First which offers a whole lot of attractions. Fun and thrills for the whole family! Firstly, the cable car heads up from Grindelwald to First. From there, you speed rapidly along 800 metres of steel cable to 50 metres above the ground at a speed of up to 84 kilometres per hour with the First Flyer towards Schreckfeld. After the thrills, you are spoiled for choice. Either you take the next gondola cable car (included in the price), or indulge in a leisurely hike to Bort station. Once there, put on your helmet, grab a scooter and you're off to Grindelwald. Enjoy the New Top attraction First Cliff Walk by Tissot: an unforgettable experience with panoramic views.
Later from Grindelwald the Wengernalp Railway will take you to Kleine Scheidegg beneath the Jungfraujoch with a view of the Eiger North Face. The final train is the Jungfrau Railway. It starts from Kleine Scheidegg and takes you directly to the Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe at 3454 mts, the highest railway station of Europe. Breathtaking views of the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch - Glacier – 22kms longest ice-stream in the Alps. 100% snow & ice guaranteed 365 days a year!
Get panoramic views over the borders of Switzerland on the Sphinx vantage terrace – 3571 m. Tour on the history & construction of the Jungfrau Railway at the Alpine Sensation. See the impressive ice sculptures, 30 metres under the surface of glacier at the Ice Palace. Enjoy the fun Snow activities like the summer skiing & snowboarding, sledge & zip line & also have a unique shopping experience at Top of Europe. Dive into the fascinating world of chocolate. Visit the Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven at 3,454 metres above sea level offering selection of Lindt’s finest chocolate. Enjoy a hot meal in one of the 5 restaurants there.
In the late afternoon take the train back to Interlaken and the rest of the evening is free for you to either walk around town, shop at Bucherer or any of the shops there else depending on the day of the week, you could also enjoy a Dinner cruise on the lake. For those who would like to gamble away, the famous Casino Kursaal awaits you. Overnight in Interlaken.
Day 12: Interlaken – Schilthorn - Interlaken
Wake up to breakfast this morning following which its time to make a trip to Schilthorn. Take a regional train from Interlaken OST to Lauterbrunnen, from where a postbus takes you to the bottom station of the Schilthorn aerial cableway in Stechelberg. The aerial cableway to Mürren departs every 30 minutes. It takes you just 32 minutes by Cable car to reach the summit of the 2970 m high Schilthorn.
Your first stop is the car free village of Murren where we recommend you get off, enjoy a cup of coffee and then proceed up to the peak.
You may stop at Brig on the way to Schilthorn. Birg: enjoys pride of place on the rock massif, 1000 m above Mürren. The Skyline Walk platform is an extension of the existing Birg Terrace. The mainly steel and glass structure has a steel grillage walkway, and its angular shape connects seamlessly with the exposed Birg Station and the irregular cliff formations of the surrounding landscape. Its transparent nature allows the Skyline Walk to award unimpeded sights of the entire mountain panorama as well as heady views into the depths.
Once up at the peak enjoy the spectacular view from our big terrace of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau (UNESCO World Heritage) and on more than 200 other summits from the Skyline View Platform
360°-Restaurant Piz Gloria – This is a perfect place to have your brunch before and after your mountain experience. The restaurant with table service rotates around its own axis in 45 minutes, gliding past more than 200 mountain peaks. It offers a wide range of dishes from snacks to regional specialties.
Bond World 007 - Visit the interactive BOND exhibition at the summit, showing scenes from the movie as well as general background information. It gives many filming-related details and a look at the original screenplay. From James throwing his hat skilfully onto the coat hook in Miss Moneypenny’s office to the exhilarating bobsleigh ride. Thrilling BOND moments also beckon in the helicopter simulator in the original chassis of a decommissioned Air Glaciers Alouette III. The 40-seat in-house cinema shows clips of the movie, in alternation with a panorama video show revealing fascinating insights and views of the Alpine world surrounding the Schilthorn.
The world‘s first 007 Walk Of Fame honours the stars in front of and behind the cameras during the filming of “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”. Other celebrities from the world of James Bond 007 will also find their place on the Schilthorn. Impressions from these celebrities is live on forever: An information board will include their photo, their signature and their handprint in steel as well as a personal message. It will also describe the importance of the film to their career and their memories from their time on the Schilthorn. The panels form the 007 WALK OF FAME on the Schilthorn summit, a unique tribute to the legendary James Bond films.
Savour the sunset at 2‘970 metres altitude, accompanied by views of more than 200 Alpine peaks and the Swiss Skyline! An enchanting summer experience.
Later in the evening it’s time to return back to Interlaken but a strong recommendation is a stop at the Trummelbach Falls en route. Overnight in Interlaken.
Day 13: Interlaken - Zurich
Post breakfast this morning we recommend you take the boat cruise on the Lake Brienz and visit the Ballenberg Open air Museum which houses more than 100 original buildings from all over Switzerland and creates an atmosphere of how Switzerland was in the bygone days. Later in the afternoon head to the train station and board the train taking you to Zurich. Upon arrival make your way to the hotel and check in. Later in the evening we recommend you take a walk along the Lake, shop at the many malls and stores dotting the promenade or take a half day trip to the Alpamare water park that is open till late. Alpamare is Europe's largest indoor water park offering everything from thrilling slides to soothing thermal springs, saunas and a solarium. Train from Zurich to Pfäffikon/SZ is 30mins and then in 15 minutes on foot or take the bus to the park.
The other places to visit which we recommend especially for families:
Overnight in Zurich.
Day 14: Depart Zurich
Your Swiss holiday comes to an end today as you pack, check out of your hotel and make your way to the airport.
Hotels:
Lucerne: Hotel Drei Koenige – 3* // Hotel Monopol – 4* or similar
Zermatt: Schlosshotel – 4* or similar
St. Moritz: Hotel San Gian – 4* or similar
Lugano: Hotel De La Paix – 3* or similar
Interlaken: Hotel Merkur – 3* // Hotel Metropole – 4* or similar
Zurich: Hotel St. Josef – 3* // Hotel Glockenhof – 4* or similar
Anything not mentioned in the Package Includes” section"
