How many days is best for Switzerland?

Planning Your Trip to Switzerland In one week, you could see Geneva and Zürich, other iconic cities like Bern and Lucerne, and spend more time in Switzerland's beautiful mountains. Two weeks is enough time to see more than just the popular destinations, seeing places such as the Swiss National Park (southeast).



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With 10 days in hand you can not only to cover the main Swiss attractions but also have some leisure time to go off the beaten path or just walk around soaking in all the beauty. If you are coming in with an international flight, you will most likely land in Zurich so let's start an itinerary based on this.

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With only 5 days in Switzerland, you don't want to miss a second of this fantastic country. So make sure to include one of its incredible mountain trips!

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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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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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Generally, the best time to visit Switzerland is in the spring/early summer and in the early fall, April through June or September and October. This is when you're unlikely to battle thick tourist crowds and enjoy some of the most pleasant weather.

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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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How to Get Around Switzerland
  1. Public transportation – Cities and towns in Switzerland are incredibly well connected with trams, buses, funiculars, and trains. ...
  2. Train – Train is the best way to travel in Switzerland and is the most preferred method for locals. ...
  3. Bus – FlixBus offers a few routes around the country.


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  1. Day 1 – Zurich.
  2. Day 2 – Lucerne.
  3. Day 3 – Interlaken.
  4. Days 4 and 5 – Zermatt.
  5. Day 6 – Montreux.
  6. Day 7 – Geneva.


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How many days should you spend in Zurich? Zurich isn't a huge city, so 2 days is the perfect amount of time to explore all the interesting activities and beautiful sights Zurich has to offer. You could spend several days in Zurich, but it's definitely not necessary.

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  1. Day 1: Lucerne - Swiss Museum of Transport or City Tour or Mount Pilatus.
  2. Day 2: Lucerne – Mount Titlis.
  3. Day 3: Interlaken, Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe.
  4. Day 4: Montreux and Gstaad.
  5. Day 5: Zermatt, Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
  6. Day 6: Zermatt Village Tour or Sunnegga.
  7. Day 7: Glacier Express Trip.


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Autumn/fall is the cheapest time to visit Switzerland! Book your flight and accommodation during the months of October and November to indulge in your own Swiss holiday. You can explore the cities and mountains which are relatively crowd free, as peak season only starts in December.

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In the summer months of June and July, the mountain scenery is at its best. The weather is mild and temperatures are pleasant and rarely too hot. Days are generally dry and sunny, offering clear views across the mountain peaks and rolling countryside.

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Monsoon in Switzerland: During Monsoon in Switzerland, it receives about 1000 mm of precipitation every year. The rainy season in Switzerland falls between May and August. If you love the rain, then the monsoon is the best time to visit Switzerland. June is the wettest month in Switzerland.

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The most commonly accepted payment options are cash, credit cards and debit cards. Credit cards and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere. The most common are Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Maestro. It is advisable to check in advance...

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How much should I budget for food in Switzerland? If you eat out every meal during your Switzerland trip, I would budget about CHF 25-35 for lunch and CHF 40-50 for dinner per person including drinks. If you picnic, I would budget about CHF 10-15 per person per meal.

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Typical Swiss food
  • Cheese fondue. Melted cheese with bread cubes. ...
  • Raclette. Melted cheese served with Gschwellti (jacket potatoes), cocktail gherkins and onions as well as pickled fruit.
  • Älplermagronen. A kind of gratin with potatoes, macaroni, cheese, cream and onions. ...
  • Rösti. ...
  • Birchermüesli. ...
  • Swiss chocolate. ...
  • Swiss cheese.


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