1 CHF = 0.8 Euro
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EURO
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184.8
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Buy the Swiss saver pass for transportation-http://rail.myswitzerland.com/swisspass.html?language=en&affiliateid=3
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Day
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Price
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Details
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25-May
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Lucerne
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Sat
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9am
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Zurich hotel
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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
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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 )
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10am
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Zurich HB to Lucern -
1.5 hr
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11.30am
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Lucern
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12-3pm
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Lake Lucerne boat rides
to see Pilatus - 2.5hr
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27.2
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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.
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| 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
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Old town Lucerne
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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.
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Old Swiss House
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| 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
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Stay at Zurich
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26-May
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Jungfraujoch
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Sun
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235 euro -Take tour
from Zurich -Grayline -11.5hr
-http://www.grayline.com/Zurich/Jungfraujoch_Top_of_Europe#Schedule
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6-8am
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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
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9-11am
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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.
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Train cost
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Jungfraujoch Ticket -
Connecting ticket for GA travelcard or Swisspass holders; from Wengen &
to Grindelwald
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Wengen-Kleine
Scheidegg-Jungfraujoch-Kleine Scheidegg-Grindelwald.
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131
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Grindelwald -
Interlaken West (train): free
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Interlaken West - Thun
(boat): free
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Thun - Grindelwald
(train): free
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Interlaken Ost - Mürren
- Interlaken Ost (train): free
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Mürren - Schilthorn -
Mürren (gondola): CHF 35.70
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Interlaken Ost -
Jungfraujoch - Interlaken Ost (train): CHF 111.75 (free to Wengen, then 25%
discount)
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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.
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To visit place at
Jungrau
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| - 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
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From Jungrau to
Interlaken
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Last train from
Jungfrau to Interlaken at 16.40
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Interlaken - Zurich -
last train at 11pm
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Stay at Zurich
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27-May
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Zermatt
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Mon
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7-10am
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Train from Zurich to
Zermatt
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32
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Matterhorn glacier
paradise - morning
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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).
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Last train from Zermatt
to Zurich 8pm
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Stay at Zurich
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28-May
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Zurich
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Tue
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9-10am
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Old Town (Altstadt)
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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)
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10-11am
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Grossmünster church,
Grossmünsterplatz, Zurich, Switzerland
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Walk 1 min from old
town -Head southwest on Kirchgasse toward Grossmünsterplatz -Turn right onto
Grossmünsterplatz
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11-12noon
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Minster of Our Lady
-Fraumünsterstrasse 28
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| 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
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Cantinetta
Antinori,Augustinergasse 25, 8001,Tel: 41-1- 211 7210
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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.
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12-2pm
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Parade Square
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The heart of the city.
Lively square with adjacent streets full of shops and restaurants. Enjoy the
real Swiss urban atmosphere here.
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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
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2-2.30pm
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Teuscher
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A prime Swiss chocolate
brand originated in the Alps. Flagship store sells assorted truffles and
pralines that are simply delicate.
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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
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2.30-3.30pm
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St. Peter's Church
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The oldest church in
the city, also with the largest clock face in Europe. It has an interesting
baroque interior with wall paintings.
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Walk 1 min from
Teuscher -Head north on Schlüsselgasse toward Stegengasse
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4-5pm
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Schipfe
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Medieval fishing
district, now somewhat artistic place with many galleries and craftmen
working at the streets. Picturesque and romantic place.
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Walk 3 mins from St
Peter Church-Head north on Schlüsselgasse toward Thermengasse - Turn right
onto Strehlgasse -Turn left onto Schipfe
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5pm
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Back to hotel and go
airport
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| 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 |
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| On the way up to Mt Pilatus |
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| Snowing at Pilatus |
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| Lake Lucerne |
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| Lake Lucerne |
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| On the way to Zermatt |
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| At Zermatt |
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| Bern |
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| Train to Jungrau |
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| view on the way down from Jungrau |
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| Lunch / Dinner at www.zeughauskeller.ch Zurich. Affordable and nice Rosti and traditional Swiss food |
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| At Zurich |
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| 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 :)
