33 days in Switzerland Itinerary

Located in the popular holiday region of Ticino, Lugano is the largest Italian-speaking town in Switzerland.

Step out of the city life by going to Lido di Lugano and Monte San Giorgio. Your inner history buff will appreciate Castelli di Bellinzona and Santa Maria degli Angioli. Venture out of the city with trips to Lungolago Di Ascona (in Ascona), Sacromonte e Santuario Madonna del Sasso (in Orselina) and Bellinzona (Castelgrande & Castello di Montebello). There's much more to do: take some stellar pictures from Monte Bre, take in the exciting artwork at Little Nemo Art Gallery, take in the awesome beauty at Monte Tamaro, and admire the masterpieces at LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.

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Zurich to Lugano is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also fly; or take a train. Traveling from Zurich in November, expect nights in Lugano to be about the same, around 4°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Grindelwald.

As one of the country's oldest ski resorts, Grindewald serves as a prime example of a cozy Swiss ski town.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): take in the awesome beauty at Jungfraujoch and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Eiger. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Fri): appreciate the views at Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls, then admire the sheer force of Lauterbrunnen Village, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Kleine Scheidegg.

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Traveling by car from Lugano to Grindelwald takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to drive to Bern.

The capital and political center of Switzerland, Bern sits on a peninsula formed by the U-shaped River Aare.

Step out of the city life by going to Creux du Van and Parasailing & Paragliding. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like The Cathedral of Bern and Mosesbrunnen. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bern: Harderkulm (in Interlaken), Cathedrale St-Nicolas (in Fribourg) and Musee du Tram (in Boudry). The adventure continues: look for gifts at Ambra Minerals, take in panoramic vistas at Clock Tower - Zytglogge, hunt for treasures at Federal Building (Bundeshaus), and enjoy the sand and surf at Jeunes Rives.

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Traveling by car from Grindelwald to Bern takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. December in Bern sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Geneva.

Geneva brings the world to one small city with a huge expat population and the highest number of international organizations in any one city.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Maison Tavel and Chateau de Nyon. Get in touch with nature at Plage de Port-Choiseul and Bains des Paquis. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Musee D'Art Et D'Histoire, walk around Parc La Grange, delve into the distant past at Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral, and see the interesting displays at International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum.

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You can drive from Bern to Geneva in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Geneva are 6°C, while nighttime lows are 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Montreux.

Mostly known for its world-renowned jazz festival, Montreux serves as a picturesque lakeside resort town on the Swiss Riviera.

Step off the beaten path and head to Les Bains de Lavey and Collection de l'Art Brut. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Valere Basilica and Corniche Lavaux Vineyards. Change things up with these side-trips from Montreux: Vieille ville (in Cossonay), Glacier 3000 (in Les Diablerets) and Lausanne (Cathedrale de Lausanne & Place de la Palud). Next up on the itinerary: admire the landmark architecture of Chateau de Chillon, examine the collection at Queen Studio Experience, browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercato di Natale di Montreux (Montreux Noel), and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Rochers-de-Naye.

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Drive from Geneva to Montreux in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Basel.

Situated where the Swiss, German, and French borders meet, Basel is considered the hub of Dreilandereck, this "three countries corner." Its location makes Basel a center of culture and history, brimming with important theaters and museums.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Offene Kirche Elisabethen and Augusta Raurica. Explore hidden gems such as Basel's Old Town and Jean Tinguely Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Basel: La Combe Tabeillon (in Glovelier) and Seebad Eich (in Eich). There's much more to do: examine the collection at Basel Paper Mill Museum, don't miss a visit to Muensterplatz, indulge in some personalized pampering at Wellness-Welt sole uno, and explore the world behind art at Fondation Beyeler.

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Getting from Montreux to Basel by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In December in Basel, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 0°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Zurich.

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

You'll get in some beach time at Strandbad Tiefenbrunnen and Seebad Mit Strand Am Vierwaldstattersee. Take a break from the city and head to Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne. Get out of town with these interesting Zurich side-trips: St Mauritius Church (in Appenzell), Lucerne (The Rosengart Collection, Spreuer Bridge (Spreuerbrucke), &more) and St. Gallen (Stiftsbibliothek, Kathedrale St.Gallen, &more). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Wooden Bridge from Rapperswil to Hurden, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Zurich, wander the streets of Old Town, and make a trip to Old Town Chur.

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Traveling by car from Basel to Zurich takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. December in Zurich sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Thu) so you can travel back home.