15 days in Switzerland Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Lausanne (The Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique) & Palais de Justice de Montbenon). There's lots more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Geneva, admire the local landmark of The Geneva Water Fountain, get a sense of history and politics at Palais des Nations, Genève, and get great views at Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre.

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Surat, India to Geneva is an approximately 20.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from India Standard Time (IST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -4.5 hour difference. Traveling from Surat in April, expect Geneva to be cooler, temps between 19°C and 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bern: Interlaken (Harderkulm & Parasailing & Paragliding) and Lauterbrunnen (Trümmelbachfälle & Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls). There's still lots to do: wander the streets of UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern, take in panoramic vistas at Clock Tower - Zytglogge, contemplate the long history of Einstein House (Einsteinhaus), and ponder the design of Zahringerbrunnen.

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You can drive from Geneva to Bern in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Bern can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can go by car to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

Venture out of the city with trips to Zurich (Old Town, Bahnhofstrasse, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Lake Lucerne, identify plant and animal life at Mt Pilatus, make a trip to The Nine Towers, and examine the collection at Verkehrshaus der Schweiz.

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Drive from Bern to Lucerne in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Lucerne are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Fri) so you can drive to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Zermatt is known for sightseeing, nature, and classes. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Gornergrat, tour along fresh powder with Matterhorn Diamonds Ski School, hop aboard Scenic Railroads, and fly down the slopes at Trockener Steg.

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Traveling by car from Lucerne to Zermatt takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can go by car to Montreux.

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

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Tue): take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Instinctif, then explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Chillon, then pause for some photo ops at Freddie Mercury Statue, and finally go for a walk through Montreux Lakeside.

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Drive from Zermatt to Montreux in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) so you can travel back home.