10 days in Zurich & Lucerne Itinerary

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

Explore Zurich's surroundings by going to Munot (in Schaffhausen), Kartause Ittingen (in Warth) and Rhine Falls (in Neuhausen am Rheinfall). There's lots more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Zurich, get to know the resident critters at Zoo Zurich, see the interesting displays at Appenzeller Brauchtumsmuseum Urnäsch, and head outdoors with Seealpsee.

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Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Zurich. November in Zurich sees daily highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

Change things up with these side-trips from Lucerne: Interlaken (Harderkulm, Skydive Switzerland, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape at Aletsch Glacier, take in the views from Chapel Bridge, take in the spiritual surroundings of Markuskirche, and take a memorable tour with Jungfraujoch.

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Getting from Zurich to Lucerne by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train. In November, plan for daily highs up to 10°C, and evening lows to 2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can go by car back home.