Detailed Itinerary ~4D3N Switzerland

Switzerland in 4 days itineraries

		1 CHF = 0.8 Euro
		EURO
		184.8	Buy the Swiss saver pass for transportation-http://rail.myswitzerland.com/swisspass.html?language=en&affiliateid=3

Day	Price	Details
25-May		Lucerne
Sat
9am		Zurich hotel
		From Airport to hotel - 16mins -Zürich Flughafen (Commuter train towards Herrliberg-Feldmeilen) -Zürich Hardbrücke - walk 8mins -Head northeast toward Geroldstrasse -Turn left at Geroldstrasse -Turn left onto Pfingstweidstrasse/​Route 3 -Turn right toward Schiffbaustrasse -Turn left onto Schiffbaustrasse -Schiffbaustrasse 11, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland‎
		From Hotel to HB - Walk 3 mins to Zürich, Schiffbau -Head southeast on Schiffbaustrasse toward Hardstrasse -Turn right onto Hardstrasse-take Tram - 4  towards Zürich, Bahnhof Tiefenbrunnen - Zürich, Escher-Wyss-Platz - take tram 17 to towards Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB  - walk 1 min to HB (Head west on Bahnhofplatz, Slight right to stay on Bahnhofplatz  )
10am		Zurich HB to Lucern - 1.5 hr
11.30am		Lucern
12-3pm		Lake Lucerne boat rides to see Pilatus - 2.5hr
	27.2	Take the train to Luzern - you can either visit this city or take a boat on the lake. I would really do the latter. But make sure you're wearing a jumper (aka Sweater) - it will be chilly (max. 5-6°C). with Swiss pass - lake boat ride is free.
		Just exit the station and head down to the lake and the dock (less than 500 metres). From there take a boat to Alpnachstadt (1 hour and a half) at the base of Mount Pilatus. When you disembark from the boat, you are a mere 200 metres from the Pilatus railway station.
		View from Pilatus is beautiful. Now take the cable-car down the back-side of the mountain. You descend in stages - first with a cable-car, then with a series of gondolas. At each station, you have the chance to alight and eat at a restaurant serving traditional Swiss food.
		Once at the base station in the little town of Kriens, take the bus back to Luzern. Walk to Old town Lucerne
3-5pm		Old town Lucerne
		The well-preserved Old Town is a treat to explore. Be sure to see the Chapel Bridge and Water Tower. The Wagner Museum, Picasso Museum and the Rosengart Collection are the highlights of the city's collection of fine museums.
		Old Swiss House
		Lowenplatz 4, Lucerne CH-6004, Switzerland
		walk 10 mins from Old Town-Head northeast on Hirschenplatz/​Weggisgasse toward Werchlaubengässli
		Continue to follow Weggisgasse-Continue onto Falkenplatz -Continue onto Hertensteinstrasse -Turn right onto Museggstrasse -Turn left onto Zürichstrasse/​Route 4 -Turn right toward Löwenstrasse/​Route 4 -
		Sharp left onto Löwenstrasse/​Route 4 -Turn right onto Löwenplatz
5-7pm		Stay at Zurich
26-May		Jungfraujoch
Sun
		235 euro -Take tour from Zurich -Grayline -11.5hr -http://www.grayline.com/Zurich/Jungfraujoch_Top_of_Europe#Schedule
6-8am		Zurich HB - Interlaken Ost (2 hrs - check for 2 hrs train (need to change in Bern)) -Lauterbrunnen/Grindelwald (back with Grindelwald) (Please note the destination on the carriages) -change to Wengernalp Railway for Kleine Scheidegg -( change to the Jungfrau Railway) Jungfraujoch - 2hrs
9-11am
		9am train from interlaken ost up to lauterbrunnen from where you change trains to reach kleine scheidegg and from where you can take the final train to jungfrau. for those who are not too keen on doing too many activities at jungfrau - 2/3 hrs is more than good enough and one can head back to kleine scheidegg. here if one wants a change of scenery and wants to see a different side of the mountains then you can take a train to grindelwald instead of lauterbrunnen. and then from grindelwald you can take a train to interlaken ost. so in this way you get to see different views of the mountains while going up to jungfrau and also while coming down.
		Train cost
		Jungfraujoch Ticket - Connecting ticket for GA travelcard or Swisspass holders; from Wengen & to Grindelwald
		Wengen-Kleine Scheidegg-Jungfraujoch-Kleine Scheidegg-Grindelwald.
	131	http://shop.jungfrau.ch/en/bergbahn/angebote/jungfraujoch-top-of-europe/jungfraujoch-ticket-anschlussticket-zum-ga-und-swisspass-ab-wengen-bis-grindelwald
		Grindelwald - Interlaken West (train): free
		Interlaken West - Thun (boat): free
		Thun - Grindelwald (train): free
		Interlaken Ost - Mürren - Interlaken Ost (train): free
		Mürren - Schilthorn - Mürren (gondola): CHF 35.70
		Interlaken Ost - Jungfraujoch - Interlaken Ost (train): CHF 111.75 (free to Wengen, then 25% discount)
		Swiss Pass holders are entitled to unlimited travel on the Swiss Pass network (1st or 2nd class), within the chosen period of validity. The pass is available to persons with permanent residence outside Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Swiss Pass is valid for the rail sections Interlaken–Grindelwald/Wengen/Mürren. A ticket from Grindelwald and Wengen to the Jungfraujoch is available with a 25% reduction. A reduction of 50% applies to the remainder of the Jungfrau Railways network. The «Swiss Travel System Family Card» entitles children from age 6 to 15 to travel free when accompanied by at least one parent.
		To visit place at Jungrau
		- Alpine Sensation
		- Sphinx Hall in 25 seconds by Switzerland’s fastest lift. This glazed sightseeing hall allows you to catch sight of the glacier world in any weather
		- Ice Palace -A unique world of shimmering ice in the heart of the Jungfraujoch
		- Eigerwand (Eiger Wall) & Eismeer (Sea of Ice)
4-7pm		From Jungrau to Interlaken
		Last train from Jungfrau to Interlaken at 16.40
		Interlaken - Zurich - last train at 11pm
		Stay at Zurich
27-May		Zermatt
Mon
7-10am		Train from Zurich to Zermatt
	32	Matterhorn glacier paradise - morning
		a sight-seeing tour of the village, including a visit to the Matterhorn Museum and the historic part of the village. Have a look at the Mountaineers' Cemetery (Bergsteigerfriedhof).
		Last train from Zermatt to Zurich 8pm
		Stay at Zurich
28-May		Zurich
Tue
9-10am		Old Town (Altstadt)
		from hotel Walk 2 mins to Zürich, Technopark (Head northwest on Schiffbaustrasse toward Technoparkstrasse-Turn left onto Technoparkstrasse- Turn right onto Pfingstweidstrasse/​Route 3) - take Tram - 4  towards Zürich, Bahnhof Tiefenbrunnen - Zürich, Helmhaus - Walk to 2mins to Kirchgasse (old town) (Head east on Münsterbrücke toward Limmatquai- Take the stairs  -Turn left onto Kirchgasse)
10-11am		Grossmünster church, Grossmünsterplatz, Zurich, Switzerland
		Walk 1 min from old town -Head southwest on Kirchgasse toward Grossmünsterplatz -Turn right onto Grossmünsterplatz
11-12noon		Minster of Our Lady -Fraumünsterstrasse 28
		Church best known for being decorated with ten meter high fascinating stained glass windows made by Marc Chagall. Worth seeing.
		Walk 4 mins from Grossmunster Church -Head northwest on Grossmünsterplatz toward Münsterbrücke -Slight left onto Münsterbrücke - Continue onto Münsterhof -Turn left onto Fraumünsterstrasse
		Cantinetta Antinori,Augustinergasse 25, 8001,Tel: 41-1- 211 7210
		Excellent Italian food in a great location on the left bank of the old town not far from the Banhofstrasse. A bit less expensive and casual than the other places above. This is run by the Antinori winery in Tuscany, so they have an excellent wine list. They have some outdoor tables which are nice on a warm evening.
12-2pm		Parade Square
		The heart of the city. Lively square with adjacent streets full of shops and restaurants. Enjoy the real Swiss urban atmosphere here.
		Walk 2 mins from Minster of Lady- Head west on Poststrasse toward Bahnhofstrasse  -Turn right onto Bahnhofstrasse - Turn left onto Paradeplatz Destination will be on the left
2-2.30pm		Teuscher
		A prime Swiss chocolate brand originated in the Alps. Flagship store sells assorted truffles and pralines that are simply delicate.
		Walk 2 mins from Parade- Head northeast on Paradeplatz toward Bahnhofstrasse -Continue onto Züghusplatz -Turn left to stay on Züghusplatz -Turn right onto In Gassen -Turn left onto Schlüsselgasse
2.30-3.30pm		St. Peter's Church
		The oldest church in the city, also with the largest clock face in Europe. It has an interesting baroque interior with wall paintings.
		Walk 1 min from Teuscher -Head north on Schlüsselgasse toward Stegengasse
4-5pm		Schipfe
		Medieval fishing district, now somewhat artistic place with many galleries and craftmen working at the streets. Picturesque and romantic place.
		Walk 3 mins from St Peter Church-Head north on Schlüsselgasse toward Thermengasse - Turn right onto Strehlgasse -Turn left onto Schipfe
5pm		Back to hotel and go airport
		Our Hotel :ibis Zurich City West for 3 Nites @122/pax euro as we get the pay 2N for 3N stay offer.
		Total cost in Swiss:497 euro



On the way up to Mt Pilatus

Snowing at Pilatus

Lake Lucerne



Lake Lucerne

On the way to Zermatt

At Zermatt

Bern

Train to Jungrau

view on the way down from Jungrau

 Lunch / Dinner at www.zeughauskeller.ch Zurich. Affordable and nice Rosti and traditional Swiss food

At Zurich

At Zurich

In summary, every view in Switzerland are beautiful and breathtaking. It is so amazing that a city like Zurich can be so peaceful and beautiful yet so modern and developed. The rivers, the lakes n etc.. everything is so clean and clear. No polution in a city with vehichles on the road.

Dining options:

Suggestions for restaurants for Zurich. All would be fine for lunch as well, note that Zurich restaurants have pretty set serving hours for lunch, between like 11:30 and 2, so except in sandwich or bratwurst bars you won't find lunch at a late hour generally.

Kronehall ,Rämistrasse 4, 8001,Tel: 41-1-251 6669

This is probably Zurich's most famous restaurant, also one if its oldest. A favourite with locals, their bar is worth a look and a drink. Classic Swiss-German food. Unless you speak German, however, you tend to be overlooked by staff.

Kuferstubli,Limmatquai 40

This is the ground floor stubli (more casual) restaurant of the Zunfthaus zur Zimmerleuten, a tiny cellar-like room. In good weather they have a few tables under the covered walkway in front. Very charming, I actually think it has a bit more atmosphere than the main restaurant. Good food, a I think bit more value for money than the main restaurant, above.

Cantinetta Antinori,Augustinergasse 25, 8001,Tel: 41-1- 211 7210

Excellent Italian food in a great location on the left bank of the old town not far from the Banhofstrasse. A bit less expensive and casual than the other places above. This is run by the Antinori winery in Tuscany, so they have an excellent wine list. They have some outdoor tables which are nice on a warm evening.

Vorderer Sternen,Restaurant Sterne Foifi,Theatrestrasse 22,(at Bellevue tram stop)

Very good restaurant serving European and Swiss specialties, esp good for Veal Zurich style. If you can get a window seat (upstairs or downstairs) you will get a good view of the tram station and lake.

Sternen Grill Bratwurst Stand,Freitgasse and Theatrstrasse,Next door to Vorderer Sternen

Next door to Vorderer Sternen is their famous bratwurst stand. Just look for the line. The kitchen and all tables are outdoors, you can also do takeaway. A glass of beer and a bratwurst and you are a Zuricher! Great people watching as well. Not expensive, bratwurst starts at about $5. FYI, most bratwurst in Switzerland is veal, not pork. It is really delicious.

Zum Grünen Glas, Untere Zäune 15,Zürich

Very good modern French food near the University and the Kunsthaus Museum. Small garden in back.

Molino,Limmatquai 16

Good basic pizzas and Italian food. Nice location on the river looking onto the Fraumunster.

Tibits,Seefeldstrasse 2

Casual, good food. Picnic tables outside. This is just past the Opera House on the right. Can eat in or take away.

Kantorei,Spiegelgasse 33,Intersection with Neumarkt

Very good Italian and fusion Italian-Asian food. Interesting part of the old town, a few blocks off the river.

Café Walthi,Schoffegasse 3,(Old town, right bank)

Great crepes. Extremely casual, not expensive, lots of university students. Quite small. No outdoor area, but you could do a takeaway and go across the street to the river for a very casual picnic.

Brasserie Restaurant Lipp,Uraniastrasse 9,(just off the Bahnhoffstrasse near the river)

Popular local restaurant with Swiss and European dishes. No outside seating. Casual bistro--type atmosphere.

Sprungli,21 Banhofstrasse

This is the main shop of the famous chocolate-maker with a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and ice cream. Nice on a sunny day to sit outside, not sure it is worth it unless you can sit outside, IMO, as there are other better choices for inside dining.

For breakfast and quick lunch suggest to buy bread/biscuit from supermarket and made your own :)

Detailed Itinerary for Vienna

Day	Time	Price	Details
22-May	1.30pm		Arrive Vienna Meildling station - Pratersterm Wien Nord station
			Take S2 train - S-Bahn Direction: Wr.Neustadt Hbf  - 18mins train
Wed			From the nearby Praterstern Wien Nord station (300 metres) - walk 7 mins east on Praterstern/​B8 toward Lassallestr.
			direct train which costs only eur3.60 to Airport - 24mins
		19.9	Buy Vienna card for 72hrs
			Available in hotels and at the tourist information centre on Albertinaplatz (open daily from 9.00 am to 7.00 pm) and the tourist information point at the airport (open daily from 6.00 am to 11.00 pm), at sales and information points of the Vienna Lines (e.g. Stephansplatz, Karlsplatz, Westbahnhof, Landstraße/Wien Mitte) or by credit card on tel. +43-1-798 44 00-148.
			Further tickets for Vienna's public transport lines (if cant buy Vienna card):
			72-hour network card: €14.50
			ibis budget Wien Messe (ex ETAP HOTEL)
	1-2pm		Anker Clock
			This clock (built 1911 - 1914) was created by the painter and sculptor Franz von Matsch and is a typical Art Nouveau
			design.It forms a bridge between the two parts of the Anker Insurance Company‘s building. In the course of 12 hours, twelve historical figures or pairs of figures move across the bridge. Every day at noon, all of the figures parade, each accompanied by music from its era.
			Ankeruhr 1, Hoher Markt 10/11 U1, U3: Stephansplatz U1, U4: Schwedenplatz
			Walk 10 mins from Spanish Riding School -Head southeast on Michaelerpl. toward In der Burg -Turn right onto Kohlmarkt -Continue onto Tuchlauben -Turn right onto Hoher Markt
	2-3pm	free	St. Stephen's Cathedral
			St. Stephen's Cathedral, Austria's most eminent Gothic edifice, houses a wealth of art treasures, some of which can
			only be seen during a guided tour: The red-marble sepulcher of Emperor Frederick III, sculpted from 1467 to 1513 by Niclas Gerhaert van Leyden; the pulpit, a work from 1514-15 by Anton Pilgram (who put his own relief portrait underneath it as his signature); the Altarpiece of Wiener Neustadt (Wiener Neustädter Altar), a Gothic winged altar from 1447 - and the tomb of Prince Eugene of Savoy, dating from 1754.
			U1, U3: Stephansplatz
			Walk 5 mins from Anker Clock -Head southeast on Hoher Markt toward Bauernmarkt   - Turn right onto Bauernmarkt -Turn left onto Ertlg. - Turn right onto Rotenturmstr. -Turn left onto Stephanspl.
	3- 6pm		Vienna Naschmarkt
			Vienna’s best-known market has around 120 market stands and restaurants for a colorful culinary offering ranging from Viennese to Indian, from Vietnamese to Italian. The Naschmarkt has developed into a meeting point for young and old. The Flea Market on Saturday is already a cult event.
			On the Naschmarkt, a colorful crowd buys fruit, vegetables and various delicacies from every country from dawn till dusk. Increasing numbers of trendy "in" places are also finding somewhere to set up in the more than 120 market stands, and even offer free WLAN.
			Do-An (412) and Naschmarkt Deli (421-436) were gastronomic pioneers. They have succeeded in making the Naschmarkt an interesting place for a young, urban crowd. DJs also provide entertainment here on the weekend. Since then, numerous old market stands have become popular places to meet thanks to their modern architecture.
			Tewa (672) on the Naschmarkt offers organic cuisine, Neni(510) serves Israeli-Oriental specialties from shakshuka (eggs with vegetables) to taboulleh (Lebanses salad), while at Orient & Occident (671) the wives of the owner whip up Turkish home cooking. Fish lovers get their money's worth at Umar (38-39). For many people, it is considered the best fish restaurant in Vienna. Also recommended is the Fischvierterl (171-178), whose high quality has long been known by the Karmerlitermarkt.
			Apart from all the diverse market stalls, a visit to "Kim kocht. Shop and Studio" (28) comes highly recommended. Here, toque-winning cook Sohyi Kim, who runs her restaurant "Kim kocht" in the ninth district, sells home-made chutneys, sauces, soups, dressings as well as herbs and spices. In the new wine bar "Kim kocht. Wineclass" (47), the focus is on sparkling wines. In addition to sparkling wine and champagne and the seminars about them, small snacks are also served here.
			Many other premises have also opened in the immediate vicinity of the Naschmarkt. On the Rechte Wienzeile, right across from the Naschmarkt, is Café Amacord. Excellent Viennese cuisine in a cozy ambience is the order of the day here. On the opposite side, on the Linke Wienzeile, is Café Drechsler. Designed by star designer Terence Conran, it is open almost around the clock and considered a modern twist on the typical Vienna coffeehouse. Early in the morning, night-owls meet the sales staff from the Naschmarkt, who often have a quick coffee here before starting work. The Ristorante al Teatro offers Italian classics in the not-to-be-missed ambience of the architect Hermann Czech.
			Kettenbrückengasse station - walk 6 mins -Head south toward Rechte Wienzeile/​Wr. Str./​B1  -Turn left onto Rechte Wienzeile/​Wr. Str./​B1 -Turn left onto Naschmarkt
			Karlsplatz  station - walk 7mins- Head northeast on Karlspl./​Wr. Str./​B1 toward Friedrichstr. -Turn left onto Friedrichstr./​Wr. Str./​B1 Continue to follow Wr. Str./​B1 -Turn left onto Naschmarkt
	6-8pm
		9	Giant Ferris Wheel
			go to line U1 – station Praterstern (At Hotel station!), line U2 – station Praterstern or Messe-Prate, by rail S1, S2, S3, S7, S15: station Wien Nord, tram 0 and 5 or bus 80A - 8 mins walk from Praterstern Station - Turn left onto Ausstellungsstr. -Slight right onto Straße des Ersten Mai -Turn right onto Riesenradpl-Turn right to stay on Riesenradpl. Destination will be on the right
23-May			One day trip to BUDAPEST
Thurs
24-May	9-10am	12	Imperial Palace - Hofburg
Fri			For more than seven centuries, the great empire of the Habsburgs was ruled from the Imperial Palace. Today, the
			Gothic Imperial Chapel, where the Vienna Boys’ Choir performs during High Mass on Sunday, is a remnant of the
			Imperial Palace during the Middle Ages.
			U3: Herrengasse -3 mins walk -Head south on Herreng. toward Michaelerpl-Turn right onto Michaelerpl-Turn right onto In der Burg U1, U3: Stephansplatz ; U2, U3: Volkstheater ;Bus 48A: Dr.-Karl-Renner-Ring;Tram D, 1, 2, Bus 57A: Burgring
			Café Central for Brunch
			Corner of Strauchgasse/Herrengasse
			Piano music daily from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
			From St Stephen Cathedral - go back to Stephanspl station then transfer to Herreng. Station walk 1 min -Head northwest on Herreng. toward Leopold-Figl-Gasse
	10-12.30pm	14	Spanish Riding School
			The Spanish Riding School in Vienna with its famous Lipizzan ballet can be experienced live in the baroque ambiance
			of the Imperial Palace. Admire riding skills of the highest order – from pirouettes to caprioles.
			Morning walk - to see the horse riding - Vienna card - euro 12, normal euro 14 - 10am-12.30pm
			Walk from Imperial Palace - 1min - Head northeast on In der Burg toward Michaelerpl
	12.30-3p
		16.5	Schönbrunn Palace
			Visit Empress Sisi’s former summer residence. This baroque complex contains an enchanting park, the Palm House,
			the Gloriette and a zoo. Spend an entire day at Schönbrunn: visit the show rooms with a "Grand Tour with Audio
			Guide," admire the splendid Bergl Rooms, and stroll through the “Labyrinth.”
			U4: Schönbrunn U4, Tram 10, 58, 60: Hietzing - walk 9 mins
			Schonbrunn Palace- half day 16.50 classic passl
	3-4pm		Belvedere
		13.5	See Gustav Klimt's legendary painting "The Kiss" as well as major works by Schiele and Kokoschka for yourself. You’ll be delighted by the magnificent ba-roque palace complex and its extensive gardens.  Combo ticket - upper + lower ticket - if queue is long in upper then buy in lower
			tram D: Schloss Belvedere tram O, 18, bus 13A: Südbahnhof - walk 6 minsPrinz-Eugen-Straße daily 10am-6pm (last admission 5.30 p.m.)
	4-5pm		St. Charles Church
			A magnificent religious building with a large cupola: St. Charles' Church, the last work of the eminent baroque
			architect Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach.
			U, Tram, Bus: Karlsplatz/Oper - walk 6 mins -Head east Take the stairs -Turn right toward Argentinierstr. - left-right-right- left -Turn left onto Kreuzherreng.
	5-9pm		Parndorf Designer Outlet
			30mins from Vienna- Monday - Thursday: 9.30 - 19.00, Friday: 9.30 - 21.00
		19	By Shuttle bus: Leaves every hour from Vienna between 11:00 and 20:00. Leaves Parndorf every hour between 12:00 and 21:00, and every half hour from 18:00 to 21:00. Pickup in Vienna just opposite the Opera (Main Entrance), Opernring 3-5, (Opernring tram station or 3mins walk from Karlsplatz metro)  and take you to the Designer Outlet and back to Vienna for € 9,50.  Tickets are available at the customer service desk at the Designer Outlet. You need to show your ticket on the return trip to Vienna. Please buy your ticket at least one hour before the last bus leaves for Vienna.
			By train: If you would like to take the train with the ÖBB to Parndorf Ort station, you can check the schedule here. € 10/way, 1hr journey Then take a taxi to the Outlet for only € 1.80 per person. "Taxi Abraham Parndorf" will take you directly to McArthurGlenDesigner Outlet Parndorf. Please call Taxi Abraham at least 20 minutes before your arrival at the train station in Parndorf, so that your taxi will wait for you.  It's also possible to book an individual taxi outside the taxi timetable. The transfer will cost € 7, the group ticket starting with 4 persons will cost € 1,80 per person.   For more information and reservations call: 0043-676-96 26 791
25-May
Sat		50	Taxi to Airport
			VAT REFUND!
			At Vienna airport the Customs Officers are at counters 35 and 35, which are from the left side when facing all the main check in counters, also it is from the left before you actually go through the boarding pass control.
			Total cost spent in Vienna excluding train ticket from Prague to Vienna which is around 30 euro/person = 153.9 as above + ibis budget Wien Messe (ex ETAP HOTEL) 28.50 euro/nite/pax  x 3 nites + meal 40euro/person/day x 2 days = 319.40 euro ibis budget Wien Messe (ex ETAP HOTEL) is really cheap and we have a double bed room with ensuite bathroom and metro is walkable from hotel. St. Stephen's Cathedral Spanische Hofreitschule Schönbrunn Palace. Opera House Giant Ferris Wheel  Breakfast at Wien Café Central. Double eggs bacon at Wien Café Central. @Figlmüller- famous "Wiener Schnitzel" Tuna with aspragus @Vienna Naschmarkt, Kim kocht restaurant — at Kim Kocht.