26 days in Switzerland & Canada Itinerary
Created using Inspirock trip planner
Start: Coimbatore, India
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Vancouver, Canada
— 2 nights
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Vancouver, Canada
— 3 nights
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Jasper National Park, Canada
— 2 nights
Bus
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Banff National Park, Canada
— 2 nights
Bus
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Calgary, Canada
— 2 nights
Fly
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Montreal, Canada
Fly to Billy Bishop Toronto City, Ferry to Toronto
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Toronto, Canada
— 2 nights
Fly to Milan Malpensa, Train to Lugano
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Lugano, Switzerland
— 2 nights
Drive
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Morbio Inferiore, Switzerland
— 1 day
Drive
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Mendrisio, Switzerland
— 3 nights
Drive
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Lugano, Switzerland
— 3 nights
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Train to Zurich, Fly to Calicut, Taxi to Kondotty, Bus to Coimbatore
End: Coimbatore, India
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Vancouver, Canada — 2 nights
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Hollywood North
Known as "Hollywood North," Vancouver boasts one of the largest film/television industries in the world, second only to Los Angeles and New York.Vancouver Downtown has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): take a stroll through Vancouver Downtown, look for gifts at Juan the Psychic, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Kitsilano Beach, and finally test the waters at Halsa Spa.
For other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Vancouver tour builder tool.
Coimbatore, India to Vancouver is an approximately 23-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time is minus 13.5 hours. Traveling from Coimbatore in December, things will get colder in Vancouver: highs are around 7°C and lows about 2°C. You'll set off for Vancouver on the 4th (Fri).
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Vancouver, Canada — 3 nights
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Hollywood North
Vancouver Downtown has been added to your itinerary. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Kitsilano Beach and Spanish Banks. Get outdoors at Vancouver Seawall and Sunset Beach. Enjoy Vancouver some more: snap pictures at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, contemplate the long history of Yaletown, admire the natural beauty at VanDusen Botanical Garden, and visit Gastown.
To see other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Vancouver online trip itinerary builder.
On the 7th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Jasper National Park.
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To see other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Vancouver online trip itinerary builder.
On the 7th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Jasper National Park.
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Jasper National Park, Canada — 2 nights
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The largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, sprawling Jasper National Park encompasses more than 10,000 sq km (4,200 sq mi) of largely unspoiled mountain wilderness.Kick off your visit on the 8th (Tue): take in breathtaking views at Maligne Canyon, explore the activities along Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, then hit the slopes at Marmot Basin, and finally learn the secrets of beer at Jasper Food Tours. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the activities along Lac Beauvert, then get interesting insight from On-Line Sport & Tackle, then stop by Experience Gourmet Living, and finally relax and rejuvenate at Summit Massage Therapy and Wellness.
To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Jasper National Park online tour itinerary planner.
Drive from Vancouver to Jasper National Park in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and bus; or take a train. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In December, Jasper National Park is much colder than Vancouver - with highs of -5°C and lows of -18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Banff National Park.
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Banff National Park, Canada — 2 nights
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Among the world's oldest national parks, Banff National Park serves as a World Heritage-listed mecca for cyclists, hikers, skiers, bird-watchers, mountain climbers, and anyone else with a passion for exploring vast untouched wildernesses.On the 10th (Thu), appreciate the extensive heritage of Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, surround yourself with nature on Kingmik Dog Sled Tours, and then test the waters at Banff Upper Hot Springs. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at The Lake Louise Ski Resort and then explore the galleries of Samson Native Gallery.
To see maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Banff National Park trip itinerary maker website.
You can take a bus from Jasper National Park to Banff National Park in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Jasper National Park in December, plan for a bit cooler days in Banff National Park, with highs around -10°C, while nights are about the same with lows around -19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Calgary.
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Calgary, Canada — 2 nights
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Stampede City
Known as the "Stampede City" thanks to its world-famous annual rodeo, Calgary remains a tale of two cities.Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sat): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at The Calgary Zoo and then sample the tasty concoctions at Big Rock Brewery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas and then take in panoramic vistas at Calgary Tower.
For traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Calgary online trip maker.
Take a bus from Banff National Park to Calgary in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Banff National Park in December, with highs in Calgary at -2°C and lows at -15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Sun) to allow time for the flight to Montreal.
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Quebec's Metropolis
Quebec's economic and cultural capital, Montreal serves as the province's major point of entry, known for its rich history and high standard of living.To find maps, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Montreal trip itinerary website.
Fly from Calgary to Montreal in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, car, and train. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Calgary to Montreal due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Calgary in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Montreal, with lows of -7°C. You will leave for Toronto on the 13th (Sun).
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Toronto, Canada — 2 nights
New York City of Canada
Possibly the world's most diverse city, Toronto houses over 80 ethnic communities speaking nearly 150 different languages or dialects.Get in touch with nature at Journey Behind the Falls and Horseshoe Falls. The adventure continues: enjoy breathtaking views from CN Tower, wander the streets of Distillery Historic District, sample the tasty concoctions at Steam Whistle Brewery, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada.
For more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Toronto online holiday planner.
You can do a combination of flight and ferry from Montreal to Toronto in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Traveling from Montreal in December, expect Toronto to be a bit warmer, temps between 2°C and -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 16th (Wed) to allow time for travel to Lugano.
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Lugano, Switzerland — 2 nights
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Monte Carlo of Switzerland
Located in the popular holiday region of Ticino, Lugano is the largest Italian-speaking town in Switzerland.Start off your visit on the 17th (Thu): make a trip to Piazza G. Motta, then admire the verdant scenery at Valle Verzasca, then stroll through Cascate di Santa Petronilla, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa dei SS. Pietro e Paolo. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Centro storico Gandria, take some stellar pictures from Monte Bre, then stop by Laderach Chocolaterie Suisse, and finally try to win big at Casino Lugano.
To find photos, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read Lugano attractions planner.
Traveling by combination of flight and train from Toronto to Lugano takes 13 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Toronto to Lugano is 6 hours. Traveling from Toronto in December, you will find days in Lugano are a bit warmer (10°C), and nights are about the same (0°C). You will have some time to spend on the 19th (Sat) before leaving for Morbio Inferiore.
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Morbio Inferiore, Switzerland — 1 day
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Morbio Inferiore is a municipality in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland in the hills above Chiasso. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sat): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Monte Generoso, walk around Parco delle Gole della Breggia, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Santa Maria dei Miracoli.
To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Morbio Inferiore route site.
Morbio Inferiore is just a short distance from Lugano. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to drive to Mendrisio.
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To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Morbio Inferiore route site.
Morbio Inferiore is just a short distance from Lugano. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to drive to Mendrisio.
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Mendrisio, Switzerland — 3 nights
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Mendrisio is a municipality in the district of Mendrisio in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland.Mendrisio is the seat of the Accademia di Architettura of the university of Italian-speaking Switzerland (USI).The municipality was boosted in size on 4 April 2004 when it incorporated the former municipality of Salorino. Mendrisio is known for shopping, childrens museums, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Monte San Giorgio, explore the world behind art at Museo d'arte Mendrisio, stop by Les Voyageurs, and do a tasting at Agriloro.
Make your Mendrisio itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
Mendrisio is just a short distance from Morbio Inferiore. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) to allow time to drive to Lugano.
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Mendrisio is just a short distance from Morbio Inferiore. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) to allow time to drive to Lugano.
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Lugano, Switzerland — 3 nights
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Monte Carlo of Switzerland
Get in touch with nature at Lake Lugano and Cascate di Santa Petronilla. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lugano: Bellinzona (Castelgrande & Palazzo Civico di Bellinzona). Enjoy Lugano some more: learn about winemaking at Tamborini Vini, pause for some serene contemplation at Santa Maria degli Angioli, take some stellar pictures from Monte San Salvatore, and don't miss a visit to Piazza della Riforma.
To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Lugano trip itinerary maker.
Lugano is very close to Mendrisio. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Lugano trip itinerary maker.
Lugano is very close to Mendrisio. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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Canada travel guide
Most people remember their holiday in Canada by the country's great outdoors, yet this sprawling land of hulking mountains and rocky coastlines also boasts numerous modern cities, home to some of the world's finest dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Made for leisurely road trips, North America's biggest country features vast landscapes still unspoiled by mass tourism. A tour of Canada reveals a place packed with diverse cultures, living in tolerance and enjoying one of the highest standards of living in the world. If the vastness of those natural landscapes overwhelms you at any point during your Canada vacation, head to the openhearted cities of Vancouver, Toronto, or Montreal, ideal destinations for art lovers, history buffs, shopaholics, fashionistas, and impassioned foodies.
Switzerland travel guide
Immerse yourself in a snow-capped mountain wonderland in Switzerland's serene Alpine setting. See the world-renowned Matterhorn, Switzerland's second-highest mountain at 4,478 m (14,962 ft) tall, or zoom down the mountains on toboggan, ski, or snowboard. In the warmer seasons hike around the rolling green hillsides covered with pine trees and picturesque aqua blue lakes. Luxurious cities dotted with cozy wooden chalets and colorful flowerbeds balance quaintness with first-class cultural offerings. Indulge in the country's opulence of milk chocolate, cheese fondue, and keg-carrying St. Bernard dogs.
