15 days in Interlaken & Zermatt Itinerary

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls and Fondation Beyeler. Bring the kids along to Harderkulm and Parasailing & Paragliding. Explore Interlaken's surroundings by going to Bern (Federal Building (Bundeshaus), UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern, &more), Fribourg (Musee suisse de la machine a coudre et des objets insolites (Musee Wassmer), Cathedrale St-Nicolas, &more) and Thun (Schadau Park, Vieille Ville de Thoune, &more). There's much more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Heimwehfluh, explore the ancient world of Rothenfluh Ruins, take in the dramatic scenery at Staubbach Waterfall, and see the interesting displays at Musee des Chemins de fer du Kaeserberg.

To see traveler tips, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Interlaken journey planner.

Washington, USA to Interlaken is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Washington to Interlaken. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Washington in May, with highs in Interlaken at 63°F and lows at 45°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can take a train to Zermatt.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis and Intercontinental Church Society. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Sunnegga and Gorner Gorge. And it doesn't end there: take in the pleasant sights at Hinterdorfstrasse, take in the awesome beauty at The Matterhorn, enjoy some diversion at Clay Shoot Zermatt, and glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Zermatt vacation maker app.

Traveling by train from Interlaken to Zermatt takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. You will leave for home on the 24th (Mon).