Switzerland in 6 Days: 3 Recommended 6-Day Itineraries to Switzerland

Do you want to explore for 6 days in Switzerland? Check out our Switzerland 6-day itinerary suggestions that can help you take on the Matterhorn Circuit and relax in the amazing cities such as Zurich and Geneva.

If you’re looking to spend 6 days in Switzerland hiking around some of the most beautiful spots in Europe, look no further than this itinerary designed around the resort village of Kandersteg. Wander through meadows filled with wildflowers in Allmenalp and scamper down the Alpbach Gorge to the Kander River before hiking around the incredible Klus Gorge, where glacial ice melts and rushes in a phenomenal waterfall. Witness the mighty peaks of the Doldenhorn and the Bluemlisalp-horn from the Heuberg Viewpoint and see the waterfalls from the Frunden Glacier. Finish your six-day Swiss adventure by following the Nordrampe Bahn Wanderweg trail as it winds around old railway tracks and in and out of mountain tunnels. See all tours in Switzerland.

Enjoy a whistle-stop tour around the highlights with a Switzerland 6-day itinerary plan that encompasses all of the best Swiss cities. Journey from the cosmopolitan city of Zurich to the capital, Bern, which you can truly appreciate from the Rose Garden viewpoint. Moving swiftly to the French-speaking city of Fribourg, you’ll then cross the stunning Lake Geneva into France, where you can explore the medieval city of Yvoire. Back on the Swiss side of the border, it’s time for a foodie adventure through Gruyere (known for its namesake cheese) and a visit to the Cailler Chocolate Factory. From here, you’ll head to the glacier-filled Interlaken region, where you can enjoy cable car rides to mountaintop glaciers and stunning vistas. Travel further south to the Italian border, through the Aare Gorge and the famous Gotthard Road Tunnel, before spending the day exploring the beautiful lakeside cities of Lugano and Lucerne, which are known for their great food and shopping scene. There’s also an opportunity to visit the city of Bürglen, the birthplace of Swiss folk hero William Tell. Describe your ideal 6-day holiday for a customized trip to Switzerland.

On this six-day hiking adventure in Switzerland, you can expect some hard inclines, high altitudes, and plenty of world-class views that you’ll never forget. From the outset, you’ll be given views of 4000-meter peaks and hiking the Augsbordpass (2894 m) before descending through forests to the gorgeous Turtmann Valley, complete with its own glacier. Crossing from German to French-speaking regions, you’ll cross the beautiful mountain pastures around Nava and Barneuza before taking in vistas that include Zinalrothorn, Obergabelhorn, Weisshorn, and Dent Blanche. After crossing the Arolla Glacier, you’ll find yourself in Italy for a day where you’ll use a series of ladders to cross the challenging pass of Valcournera, stop by a waterfall, and be treated to the majestic sight of the Matterhorn. Crossing back into Switzerland, take a cable car across the Théodule pass and finish your six-day hike in the car-free ski town of Zermatt. See all hiking tours in Switzerland.

If you have 6 days in Switzerland, it’s an ideal amount of time for a short Alpine walking holiday or to hit up a few of the amazing Swiss cities and get a feel for the history and cuisine of the country. Of course, with a longer itinerary in Switzerland, you can slow down and enjoy more time in each place, or extend your outdoorsy itinerary even further.

For longer Swiss itineraries, check out our guide on how many days to spend in Switzerland. Need a hand putting together the perfect Swiss itinerary? Get in touch with our in-country travel experts who can create a personalized tour to Switzerland that ticks all your boxes.

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