16 days in Switzerland Itinerary

Mostly known for its world-renowned jazz festival, Montreux serves as a picturesque lakeside resort town on the Swiss Riviera.

On the 11th (Sat), pause for some serene contemplation at Church Saint-Vincent, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Chillon, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Villars Gryon. On the 12th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: step into the grandiose world of Prangins Castle, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise de Saint-Sulpice, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Esplanade de Montbenon, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Corniche Lavaux Vineyards.

To find ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Montreux trip planner.

Toronto, Canada to Montreux is an approximately 13.5-hour combination of ferry and flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from Toronto to Montreux due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to drive to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Matterhorn, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Intercontinental Church Society, take in panoramic vistas at Gornergrat, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Mountaineers' Cemetery, and finally examine the collection at Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis.

To find ratings, maps, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Zermatt trip planning website.

Getting from Montreux to Zermatt by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Bellinzona.

Bellinzona is the capital of the canton Ticino in Switzerland. On the 14th (Tue), explore the historical opulence of Castelgrande, admire the landmark architecture of Chiesa Collegiata dei SS Pietro e Stefano, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie, then admire the landmark architecture of Palazzo Civico di Bellinzona, and finally step into the grandiose world of Castelli di Bellinzona.

For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Bellinzona trip planner.

Traveling by car from Zermatt to Bellinzona takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and bus. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in March, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) to allow time to drive to St. Moritz.

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Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): hike along Schlittelbahn Preda Bergun, then cruise along Albula Pass, then admire the masterpieces at Segantini Museum, and finally view the masterpieces at Galerie Hauser und Wirth. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa Cattolica di Santa Maria, then explore the world behind art at Museum Alpin, then pause for some serene contemplation at Reformierte Kirche San Gian, and finally explore the world behind art at Berry Museum.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and tourist information, use the St. Moritz travel planning app.

Drive from Bellinzona to St. Moritz in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Bellinzona in March; daily highs in St. Moritz reach 7°C and lows reach -2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Davos.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Parsenn Skigebiet, then fly down the slopes at Rinerhorn, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Kirche St. Johann, and finally hit the slopes at Davos Klosters Ski Resort.

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Traveling by car from St. Moritz to Davos takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. March in Davos sees daily highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Zurich.

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

On the 18th (Sat), indulge your senses at Vinitaly GmbH, pause for some serene contemplation at Katholische Pfarrei St. Peter und Paul, then take a stroll through Schanzengraben Canal, and finally wander the streets of Old Town. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the extensive heritage of Limmatquai, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wasserkirche, and then take a stroll through Niederdorf.

To find reviews, maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Zurich trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Davos to Zurich in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. While traveling from Davos, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Zurich, ranging from highs of 13°C to lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) so you can take a train to Basel.

Situated where the Swiss, German, and French borders meet, Basel is considered the hub of Dreilandereck, this "three countries corner." Its location makes Basel a center of culture and history, brimming with important theaters and museums.

Get some cultural insight at Fondation Beyeler and Wehrkirche St. Arbogast. Step off the beaten path and head to Augusta Raurica and Basel's Old Town. There's more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basel Minster.

To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Basel trip itinerary maker website.

Take a train from Zurich to Basel in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Basel can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. You'll set off for home on the 24th (Fri).