Lucerne 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Lucerne Old Town

  • Arrive at Zurich Airport (Switzerland’s largest international airport) and take a train to Lucerne. (Approx. 45 min, CHF 20 per person. SBB is the national railway company.)

  • Check-in at Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern (Rathausquai 1, 6002 Luzern) - a historic and luxurious hotel in the heart of Lucerne.

  • Lunch at Kreüzberg (Schiffstrasse 30, 6002 Luzern) - a popular eatery offering Swiss classics with a modern twist.

  • Afternoon: Visit the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) and Water Tower (Wasserturm) in the Old Town. Explore the charming streets, shops, and watchmakers.

  • Evening: Dine at Restaurant OLD TOWN (Höheweg 14, 6002 Luzern) - offering a variety of Swiss dishes with stunning views of the Chapel Bridge.

  • Night: Take a stroll along the Lake Lucerne Promenade (Boulevard) and enjoy the city lights.

Day 2: Lake Lucerne & Mt. Rigi

  • Morning: Have breakfast at your hotel or grab a quick snack from Confiserie Sprüngli (Höheweg 18, 6002 Luzern) - famous for their Luxemburgerli macarons.

  • Half Day: Take a boat trip to Mt. Rigi (Rigi Travel Center, Vitznau). Enjoy the breathtaking views and hike one of the many trails. Return by cogwheel train.

  • Lunch: At the Restaurant First (1st Station Rigi Kaltbad) - offering Swiss specialties with panoramic views.

  • Afternoon: Visit the Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal) and the Glacier Garden (Glaciarium).

  • Dinner: Enjoy dinner at Wein- & Raggen Restaurant (Hirschengraben 1, 6002 Luzern) - an intimate restaurant offering Swiss and international dishes.

Day 3: GoldenROUND Tour

  • Morning: Depart for the Golden Round Tour (from Lucerne train station) - a full-day tour that includes Mount Titlis, the Rhine Falls, and Stein am Rhein.

  • Lunch: Included in the Golden Round Tour at Restaurant Belvedere on Mount Titlis.

Day 4: Day trip to Interlaken & Jungfraujoch

  • Morning: Take a train from Lucerne to Interlaken (Approx. 1 hour, CHF 30 per person).

  • Half Day: Explore Interlaken town and opt for an adventure activity like paragliding or skydiving.

  • Lunch: At one of the many restaurants in Interlaken.

  • Afternoon: Take a train to the Jungfraujoch (Top of Europe). Enjoy the ice palace, Sphinx observatory, and stunning views.

  • Dinner: Back in Interlaken at Paprika Restaurant (Hauptstrasse 20, 3800 Interlaken) - offering international cuisine with a cozy ambiance.

Day 5: Departure

  • Morning: Have breakfast at your hotel and check out.

  • Transfer to Zurich Airport (Approx. 45 min, CHF 20 per person) for your flight home.