How long does it take to get around Switzerland?

Road trip – hit all the high points Ideally, you should plan in nine days to see the entire route, which runs the length and breadth of Switzerland. But in case that would be too much, we've put together two other itineraries which take only five days or just a long weekend.



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If you're spending one week in Switzerland, you'll have enough to see the highlights, but I've added on a few extra days in case you have more time for a few extras on your vacation to Switzerland.

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We've found that most visitors try to cram too much into a short visit to Switzerland. Although it's relatively small, don't try to see everything in a week—you'll need a minimum of 10 days to see the whole country.

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Since 200 years is not a viable option, this 5-day Switzerland itinerary definitely gets the job done (this itinerary does not include travel days). In five days you are able to see four cities/towns with varying landscapes and get a taste of what Switzerland has to offer (like cheese and chocolate).

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Switzerland is a paradise for hiking, trekking, walking and trail running. More than 65,000 kilometers (40,000 miles) of marked hiking trails criss cross the country.

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Getting around Switzerland by bus Bus stations are nearly always located beside train stations, and all Swiss travel passes are valid for travel on buses as well as trains. Buses are also the most common form of transport within cities. Many cities also have trams, and a few have funiculars.

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For budget travelers, you can expect to spend around $70 to $100 per day in Switzerland. This includes staying in budget accommodations, eating at budget restaurants, and using public transportation. For mid-range travelers, you can expect to spend around $200 to $300 per day.

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Budget-Friendly Travel Planning How much money will you need for your trip to Switzerland? You should plan to spend around Sfr259 ($285) per day on your vacation in Switzerland, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

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Switzerland is a small country compared to many of its European neighbors, but you'll still need more than a week to take it all in. If a week is all you've got, this itinerary will give you a taste of the best the country has to offer, taking you from cities to mountains and medieval towns to sparkling lakes.

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