Swiss Vacation: A Detailed and Perfect Itinerary

Switzerland is situated in the center of Europe and it is surrounded by France, Italy, Australia and Germany. The Alps, Central plateau and the Jura are the three different geographical regions in Switzerland. People who visit Switzerland should know that it is famous for rolling Hills, plains, lakes, beautiful scenic Alps and mountains that are Glacier carved. The largest Alps in Switzerland is called the  Aletsch Glacier, one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. If you wish to do skiing, snow walking and other winter sports then Switzerland is perfect for you. Tourists should enjoy scenery, Matterhorn mountain and try the cheese and chocolate which is the local food of Switzerland.

One of the wealthiest in the world is Switzerland. Switzerland is also very famous for its watches and clocks. In Switzerland you do not use only one single language.  People speak multiple languages in Switzerland which includes Swiss German,  French and Italian. Sports enthusiasts ,photographer's and writer's most popular destination is Switzerland because of its geography and natural beauty. The most beautiful thing about this place is its landscapes that include mountains, and farms which brings out a very beautiful contrast between green nature and Valley and the striking blue sky.

International Airports Facilitating Travel in Switzerland

There are three international airports in Switzerland that you must know if you are planning a trip to this picturesque country:

1. Zurich Airport:  Zurich airport usually remains crowded with tourists at all times of the Year.  Basically, the airport is 13 km away from main Zurich. You can find all kinds of facilities in the airport like Lounge area,  free Wi-Fi,  family area,  food and drinks and many more things. This Airport has three runways and three terminals.

2. Geneva International Airport: The Geneva International  airport which is also known as Cointrin airport. There are many facilities that you can get in this airport  like  food and drinks, children's play area, lounges and many more things. This Airport has domestic flights, international flights and cargo services too. This Airport was built in 1919.

3. Euro Airport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg:  We have one more International Airport in Switzerland which is called EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse-Freiburg.  As we can see in the name of this airport, we can find Basel in Switzerland,  Mulhouse in France and Freiburg in Germany. This Airport is 4 Kilometers away from Basil and is operated by both France and Switzerland.

Best Seasons to Explore Switzerland

Whenever we decide to visit a place during our holidays, ideally it should depend on which is the best time to visit that place. The best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions in that place are comfortable for traveling and exploring. we have mentioned below the weather conditions during whole year in Switzerland: 

1. Summers in Switzerland: Summers in Switzerland is held from June to August and is considered the peak season to visit. It will be warm and Sunny and the temperature will  vary from 20 to 25 degrees celsius providing a perfect day to spend  and do outdoor activities. The summer season will be the perfect time to enjoy hiking, biking in mountains and paragliding in the Alps.

2. Winters in Switzerland: Winter season in Switzerland is from December to February.  The weather turns cold and snowy with the temperature often dropping below zero degrees. This weather condition makes Sports enthusiasts very delighted as the ski resorts are among the top places that any tourist would want to visit in Switzerland.  Winter is considered another popular season for tourists to visit as it also includes Christmas day as the Christmas market in Geneva and Zurich provides amazing things including Mulled Wine and Swiss Chocolates.

3. Monsoon in Switzerland: Monsoon is considered in May month and from September to November month as it is a rainy and cloudy time. Monsoon season in this country is a mixture of sunshine and showers of rain. The monsoon season is considered unpredictable for their weather and the temperature in this season can vary from 10 to 15 degree celsius.  tourists can expect accommodation and tour packages during this time for Switzerland holiday.

Top Incredible Destination Places To Visit In Switzerland

 We have listed below the list of places tourists should visit in Switzerland:

1. Lake Lucerne: Lake lucerne is a lake which is situated in central Switzerland and is considered the fourth largest in the country. This lake is surrounded by popular excursion mountains.  Klewenalp  is a mountain region which is breathtaking and located above lake lucerne and it offers stunning views.

2. The Matterhorn: The matterhorn in Zermatt is considered the mountain of mountains. It is shaped in the form of a tooth and considered some kind of magnet for the adventurous as it is very difficult to climb. It is considered one of the most photographed mountains in the world. 

3. The Rhine Falls:  It is a waterfall which is the most powerful waterfall in Europe. Its water flows at a rate of 23 meters and its breadth is 150 meters. It is considered a breathtaking beautiful view and it is the largest plain waterfall in Europe. You can take a Boat Ride or Climb a rock in the middle of the waterfall and also stop for lunch with the sound of soothing water crashing.

4. The Gornergrat:  This is one of those places that is considered a once in a lifetime visit. The First fully electrified cog Railway was named as Gornergrat Bahn. Today the same Railway has been modified into a modern eco-friendly Railway which has a brake system and generates electricity and saves energy. The train rides 365 days a year for 33 minutes and it also requires climbing of 1469 meters.

5. Chapel Bridge: It is a bridge which is located in Lucerne and entry is free of cost. It is covered in woodwork and the river Reuss diagonally. It is considered one of the oldest covered bridges in Europe and it was built in the 14th century.

6. Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls: It is both a village and a waterfall in Switzerland. This Valley is known for 72 waterfalls along with beautiful views of escapes of mountains through Valley in the Alps. The best month to visit this Valley is from June to September

7. Titlis Bergbahnen:  This is a mountain which is also called the icon in the heart of Switzerland when it is also considered Switzerland's tallest mountain. This mountain is known for the world's first revolving cable car. The best time to visit this mountain is from December to March and for a breathtaking view you should visit it in the early mornings  as it is quiet during that time of the day.

8. Jet d'Eau: It means water jet and this is allocated in Geneva, Switzerland. It is considered  a very large fountain and one of the famous landmarks as it mentioned on the official tourism website.  This fountain symbolizes ambition and vitality of the city and it is free to visit.

Summary of Essential Travel Checklist For Switzerland

We have listed the essential things you  you should during a trip  and specially when you are traveling to Switzerland:

Clothing And Accessories 

Toiletries

1. Toothbrush/Toothpaste

2. Shampo, Conditioner, hair serum

3. Face Wash and Body wash

4. Roll ons, perfume or deodorant

5. Razor

6. Makeup Essentials and Sunscreen with 50 spf

7. Hairbrush, hair tie and clutch

8.  Moisturizer and lip balms.

Baggage Essentials

1. Suitcase which is lightweight and trolley wheels

2. Duffel bags/Backpack

3. Garments bag

4. Makeup bag

5. Sling bags

6. Wallet

7. Carry on Luggage bag

8. Laptop bag if you are carrying a laptop

9. Camera bag if you are carrying a camera

10.  A set of lock and key for your luggage

Electronic Gadgets

1. Mobile Phone/Charger

2. Earphone/Headphone/Earplugs along with it’s charger

3. Power Adapter

4. Camera and it’s charger

5. Laptop along with it’s charger

Health and Medication

1. First Aid Kit

2. Painkillers and allergy Medicines

3. Hand sanitizer

4. Band-aids and Bandage

5. Motion Sickness Medicine

6. Travel Insurance Cards

7. Sanitary Pads

8. Insect Repellant

Miscellaneous

1. One Water Bottle (Reusable/Non-reusable)

2. One Umbrella (if it rains)

3. Ziplock bags (for any kind of emergency)

4. Travel pillow/blanket

5. Extra memory card for camera

6. Snacks for the journey

Travel Documents To Keep For Your Swiss Holiday

1. Passport and a national identity which is required for you to enter switzerland

2. Any foreigner who visits switzerland needs a travel insurance papers

3. A return ticket is also required to show

4. Confirmed Flight/train tickets re required

5. You need to carry Swiss Euros with you

6. A Health Insurance card is important to carry if any unfortunate event happens during the vacation.

7. Another important document required for you to enter switzerland is Visa

8. Credit Card/Debit Card should always be with you for any kind of transactions needed.
   

FAQs

Question 1: How many days do you need in Switzerland?

Answer 1: The ideal amount of time to fully explore Switzerland from its culture to its scenic views including waterfalls, mountains or alps would be seven to ten days.

Question 2: Which month is best to visit Switzerland?

Answer 2: It depends from person to person, when they would like to visit Switzerland. Although, the best time is from April to October. People who like the winter season would prefer to visit from December to March. If you like Trees flowering, alpine blooming or cows pasturing then you can visit Switzerland in Monsoon season too which is from March to May month.

Question 3: What's the best way to see Switzerland?

Answer 3: The best way to see most European countries and Switzerland during your vacation is traveling by Train. You can fly to the main city and travel the rest of the journey by train because it also has incredible scenic views and is budget friendly.

Question 4: What is the average cost of a trip to Switzerland?

Answer 4: Before you plan your Switzerland vacation trip, you should know about your finances and expenses in Switzerland. If you are thinking of spending at least 7-10 days in Switzerland then it can cost you around Rs. 1,50,000 to Rs. 3,00,000 which depends on the flying dates, type of accommodations, food preferences and activities you will be doing there.