Alpine lake and mountain village in Switzerland – 9-day private Swiss adventure tour by LocalHi

The Best of Both Worlds: 9-Day Swiss Adventure

A Scenic Journey Through Switzerland’s Mountains, Lakes & Elegant Cities

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Car-free village of Mürren perched above Lauterbrunnen Valley with cascading waterfalls, Swiss Alps

HIGHLIGHTS

Trip Highlights

Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe railway station with panoramic glacier and snowfield views, Bernese Alps

Ride to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe for panoramic glacier views.

Gornergrat Railway with Matterhorn peak in the background, Zermatt, Switzerland

See the iconic Matterhorn from Zermatt or aboard the Gornergrat Railway.

Travel on the legendary Glacier Express through stunning alpine scenery.

UNESCO-listed Old Town of Bern with medieval arcades and Zytglogge Clock Tower, Switzerland

Wander Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and stroll by the Aare River.

Jet d'Eau water fountain on Lake Geneva with Mont Blanc in the background, Geneva, Switzerland

Explore Lake Geneva and the cosmopolitan beauty of Geneva city.

Unforgettable Travel Itinerary

Zurich Old Town and River Limmat with colourful guild houses and church spires, Switzerland
Day 1–2

Zurich & Lucerne

Start your trip in Zurich, exploring its art galleries, Old Town, and serene lake promenade. Take a day trip to Lucerne to stroll across the Chapel Bridge, admire the Water Tower, and enjoy a Lake Lucerne cruise. For a breathtaking view, ride the Mount Pilatus cable car or cogwheel train before returning to Zurich for the night.

Interlaken town nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz with Bernese Alps backdrop, Switzerland
Day 3

Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen

Travel to Interlaken, framed by Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, and spend your morning exploring or cruising the lake. In the afternoon, head to Lauterbrunnen Valley, famous for its 72 waterfalls including Trümmelbach Falls. Take a scenic walk or cable car ride up to Mürren, a charming mountain village with stunning views.

Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory at Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station, Switzerland
Day 4

Jungfraujoch

Take the legendary train journey from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. Enjoy dazzling views of glaciers and snowy peaks, explore the Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory, and experience the thrill of year-round snow before descending back to Interlaken in the evening.

Matterhorn peak towering over the car-free alpine village of Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland
Day 5

Zermatt & Matterhorn

Journey to the car-free village of Zermatt (around 3 hours). Visit the Matterhorn Museum, stroll through cozy alpine streets, and enjoy views of Switzerland’s most famous peak. For a spectacular panorama, ride the Gornergrat Railway to see the Matterhorn up close.

Glacier Express train journey through dramatic gorges and mountain passes en route to St. Moritz
Day 6

Glacier Express to St. Moritz

Board the Glacier Express, one of the world’s most beautiful train rides. Travel for 8 hours through alpine valleys, deep gorges, and breathtaking viaducts before arriving in St. Moritz, a glamorous resort town known for its luxury and lakeside elegance.

St. Moritz luxury resort town with frozen Lake Engadin and snow-covered peaks, Graubünden, Switzerland
Day 7

St. Moritz

Spend the day enjoying St. Moritz’s lakeside charm, high-end shops, and mountain trails. Visit the Segantini Museum or take the funicular to Muottas Muragl for sweeping views of the Engadin Valley. Relax with a spa session or a lakeside dinner in the evening.

Bern's medieval Old Town with Zytglogge clock tower and arcaded streets beside the Aare River
Day 8

Bern

Head to Bern, Switzerland’s capital, known for its medieval Old Town, charming arcades, and Zytglogge Clock Tower. Visit the Zentrum Paul Klee art museum and enjoy a riverside walk along the Aare River. In the evening, explore cozy cafés or do some light shopping before heading to your hotel.

Lakeside promenade and Jet d'Eau fountain in Geneva, Switzerland's cosmopolitan city on Lake Geneva
Day 9

Geneva

End your trip in Geneva, a city of international flair on the shores of Lake Geneva. Visit the Jet d’Eau fountain, UN Headquarters, and Red Cross Museum, then unwind at the Botanical Gardens. Enjoy lakeside cafés and a farewell dinner featuring Swiss-French cuisine before departure.

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