3 days in Switzerland Itinerary
3 days in Switzerland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Switzerland travel planner
Start: Paris
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Fly to Mulhouse, Bus to Basel SBB, Train to Lucerne
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Lucerne
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Interlaken
— 1 night
Drive
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Montreux
— 1 night
Train
End: Paris
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23
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In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.Start off your visit on the 21st (Fri): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Jesuitenkirche and then examine the collection at The Rosengart Collection.
For more things to do, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Lucerne road trip planning website.
Paris, France to Lucerne is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of flight, bus, and train. You can also fly; or drive. In August, daytime highs in Lucerne are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to go by car to Interlaken.
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Nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in the heart of the Jungfrau region, Interlaken became popular for its proximity to the mountains and lakes of the Bernese Oberland region.Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): take in the dramatic scenery at Staubbach Waterfall, fly like a bird with Airtime Paragliding, then take in the awesome beauty at Wengen Mannlichen Aerial Cableway, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Maennlichen.
For where to stay, photos, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Interlaken planner.
You can drive from Lucerne to Interlaken in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August in Interlaken, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to drive to Montreux.
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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 23rd (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at Les Bains de Lavey, explore the fascinating underground world of Les Mines De Sel De Bex, then explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Chillon, and finally examine the collection at Queen Studio Experience.
To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Montreux trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Interlaken to Montreux in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to catch the train back home.
Things to do in Montreux
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