Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Zurich Airport
Stop At: Zurich, Zurich
Your once-in-a-lifetime experience will begin at the Airport. Here, your driver will be ready and waiting for you to ensure a comfortable and luxurious transfer to your hotel in a business-type vehicle. You’ll then have some time to prepare for your exciting week ahead. While you wait, you’ll be able to check out your brochure and get acquainted with the most exciting things to do in Zurich in your free time. Have a wander out into the city and start making your own unforgettable memories.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Züri by Fassbind 4* hotel
Day 2: Zurich City - Rhine Falls
Stop At: Paradeplatz, Bahnhofstrasse / Poststrasse, Zurich Switzerland
After a tasty breakfast, you will meet your driver-guide in the lobby at 09:00 to start the Sweet Zurich Tour and head out to Paradeplatz square. Here, you will be welcomed by the sweet guide, an expert in all things chocolatey.
They will lead your 2.5-hour walking journey around the city to check out various specialty shops. The Sweet Zurich Tour is a beautiful way to taste Zurich while learning about the city's rich history.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Rhine Falls, Rheinfallquai, Neuhausen am Rheinfall 8212 Switzerland
The driver-guide will then meet you to continue your trip to explore Rhine Falls - the most powerful waterfall in Europe. Situated on the High Rhine in Schaffhausen, not far from the German border, your first stop is Laufen Castle, a beautiful medieval castle situated right next to the mighty Rhine Falls. You’ll take a walk through the castle and visit the awe-inspiring Rhine Falls – an unmissable photo opportunity. To see the falls up close, you will have the option to take the panoramic lift or take the panoramic Belvedere trail that leads to the lookout.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Schaffhausen, Schaffhausen
Journey through Schaffhausen.
Pass By: Munotstieg 17, Schaffhausen 8200 Switzerland
Pass the Munot Fortress
Pass By: Stein am Rhein, Stein am Rhein
Pass by Stein am Rhein
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at Züri by Fassbind 4* hotel
Accommodation included: Overnight at Züri by Fassbind 4* hotel
Day 3: Zurich – Lucerne – Interlaken
Stop At: Zurich, Zurich
Start your day with a tasty breakfast and get ready to meet your driver-guide at 09:00 after checking out. Before you leave Zurich, it’s essential to explore and admire the largest city in Switzerland, so your guide will take you on a 2-hour walking tour of the main sights while you listen to exciting and interesting historical facts about your surroundings.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lucerne, Lucerne
We say a fond farewell to the guide and move on to more sweet adventures as we head to the fabulous city of Lucerne. Here, you will be welcomed at Max Chocolatier to enjoy 90 minutes in chocolate heaven. During your indulgent chocolate tasting, you will enjoy 6 exclusive handmade treats and immerse yourself in the family history of Max Chocolatier, followed by the opportunity to create your own chocolate with one of 4 expert chocolatiers.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Max Chocolatier, Hertensteinstrasse 7, Lucerne 6004 Switzerland
Chocolate making master class and degustation
Duration: 15 hours
Pass By: Lake Thun, Thun Switzerland
Joyful trip passing Lake Thun
Pass By: Lake Brienz, Marderbach, Brienz 3855 Switzerland
Joyful trip passing by Lake Briendz
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at Züri by Fassbind 4* hotel
Accommodation included: Overnight at The Hey 4* hotel
Day 4: Interlaken
Stop At: Interlaken, Interlaken, Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern
Head out to discover Interlaken - a traditional picturesque resort town in central Switzerland located in the mountainous Bernese Oberland region. The area offers breathtaking nature and landscapes with lots of action-packed attractions.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Harder Kulm, Unterseen, Interlaken 3800 Switzerland
From the Harder Railway Valley station, which is a 10-minute walk from your hotel, a funicular ride will take you directly to Harder Kulm, standing at the height of 1322m. The Two Lakes Bridge at the top presents a special glass section underfoot to see the most picturesque view of Lakes Thun and Brienz. From there, the vast natural landscapes of Mt. Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau are excellent photo opportunities.
The more active visitors are welcome to descend back by hiking down the 4.1km trail. This steep trail is not for the faint of heart; however, your efforts will be greatly rewarded with the panoramic views on the way.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Funky Chocolate Club Switzerland, Postgasse 10, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland
Visit to the Funky Chocolate Club completes this discovery of sweet Switzerland. This 75 minutes of magic is not to be missed, so make sure your phones are charged for photographs to make your memories last.
Once your experience is complete, you’ll be able to take some of the chocolate with you, take your seat in your luxury vehicle, ready to be transported back to your Interlaken hotel. Rest, relax and re-energize – tomorrow, the show must go on, with another jammed packed day.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at The Hey 4* hotel
Accommodation included: Overnight at The Hey 4* hotel
Day 5: Interlaken – Montbovon – Gruyère – Bern – Interlaken
Stop At: Montbovon, Montbovon, Canton of Fribourg
After your delicious breakfast, get ready for your busiest day yet! You’ll meet your driver-guide in the lobby at 08:30 for a day packed full of colors and adventures. We will start with Golden Pass Express for an exceptional 3h15 journey from the majestic peaks of the Bernese Alps via the Pays-d'Enhaut to the Swiss Rivera – Montbovon. Here, your driver-guide will greet you to escort you to your next destination - Gruyere village.
Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
Stop At: Gruyeres, Gruyeres, La Gruyere, Canton of Fribourg
The Gruyere castle dates right back to the 13th century, and you’ll have some leisure time to stroll around and learn about the history of the surrounding area after experiencing the famous Swiss Fondue. Once you’ve filled up with fondue, it’s time for dessert. You’ll now move on to the Nestlé Cailler chocolate factory and add to your knowledge of the tastiest treasures of Switzerland.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Maison Cailler, Rue Jules Bellet 7, Broc 1636 Switzerland
Visit and degustation to Nestlé Cailler chocolate factory and add to your knowledge of the tastiest treasures of Switzerland.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Bern, Bern, Bern Mittelland District, Canton of Bern
You can’t visit Switzerland without visiting its Capital. So, on your way back to Interlaken you will journey through Bern, which retains its heritage features and Swiss traditions with a long and interesting history packed into a tiny, compact city. Your driver-guide will show you the main sights and allow you to enjoy your evening before heading back to Interlaken. At the end of such a wonderful day, you’ll be delivered back to your hotel to enjoy a well-earned rest in your room before your next big day.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at The Hey 4* hotel
Accommodation included: Overnight at The Hey 4* hotel
Day 6: Interlaken – Lauterbrunnen - Zurich
Stop At: Lauterbrunnen, Lauterbrunnen, Jungfrau Region, Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern
Lauterbrunnen is one of the most beautiful and impressive places on Earth, and you’ll want to visit it time and time again.
At 09:00, your driver-guide will be waiting for you to ensure your comfortable ride to the small and inconspicuous village in the Jungfrau region, Lauterbrunnen.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls, Stutzli 460, Lauterbrunnen 3822 Switzerland
The Valley of Lauterbrunnen, aptly named ‘The Valley of Waterfalls,’ is home to 72 waterfalls, each as beautiful as the next. For all your adrenaline, thrill-seeking, and nature-loving junkies, you might consider spending a little more time here to explore its natural wonders.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Schilthorn Piz Gloria, Schilthorn, Murren 3825 Switzerland
But when you’re ready, your driver-guide will take you on to Stechelberg, jumping on a 32-minute cable car ride to deliver you to the summit of the Schilthorn, 2970 m up in the clouds. At an altitude of 2677m, at the Birg station, you will find the Skyline Walk platform, which is located above a vertical slope, and the entrance to the Thrill Walk, which leads down into the perpendicular walls of the imposing rock massif.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Zurich, Zurich
After all this excitement, you’ll be ready to chill out and think back over your beautiful experiences. Enjoy your comfortable ride back to the hotel in Zurich, where you’ll have one last evening of relaxation before you sadly have to pack and get ready to fly home.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at The Hey 4* hotel
Accommodation included: Overnight at Züri by Fassbind 4* hotel
Day 7: Departure - Zurich Airport
Pass By: Zurich, Zurich
Here we are at the end of our fascinating 6-day sweet adventure. We hope we exceeded all your expectations, and that you take with you, great memories of indulgent chocolate, interesting history, and beautiful scenery. Your driver will be waiting to give you a comfortable and safe ride to the Airport. AlpExcursion.com pride itself in helping you to discover awe-inspiring Switzerland with its infinite beauty and unforgettable experiences.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at Züri by Fassbind 4* hotel
No accommodation included on this day.