Sample 5-day itinerary to Basel and a tour around Switzerland with the Swiss Travel Pass:
Day 1:
- Basel Old Town: Discover the historic center with narrow streets, colorful houses, and the town hall on Marktplatz.
- Basel Cathedral (Basler Münster): Visit the Gothic cathedral with views over the Rhine and the grave of Erasmus of Rotterdam.
- Kunstmuseum Basel: Explore Switzerland's most important fine arts museum, featuring works from old masters to modern pieces.
- Dreiländereck: Stop by the point where the borders of Switzerland, France, and Germany meet.
Day 2:
- Zermatt: Take a train through beautiful alpine scenery to the iconic mountain town below the Matterhorn.
- Gornergrat Bahn: Ride the cogwheel train to the Gornergrat lookout with panoramic views of the Matterhorn and Alpine peaks.
- Walk around Zermatt: Enjoy the car-free town's atmosphere with traditional chalets and mountain views.
Day 3:
- Geneva: Visit the city with the European headquarters of the UN, stroll along Lake Geneva, and see the famous Jet d’Eau fountain.
- Saint Peter's Cathedral: Climb the tower of this historic cathedral for views over the entire city.
- International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum: Learn about the history of humanitarian work in the city where it was founded.
- Evening in Vevey or Montreux: Head along the lake to one of these spa towns and enjoy the waterfront promenade.
Day 4:
- Montreux – cogwheel train to Rochers-de-Naye: Ascend to 2,042 meters above sea level with stunning views of Lake Geneva and the Alps.
- Lucerne: Continue by train to Lucerne and walk across the Chapel Bridge, one of the oldest wooden bridges in Europe.
- Excursion to Mount Rigi: Take a cogwheel train from Vitznau or Arth-Goldau to the 'Queen of the Mountains' with panoramic views.
Day 5:
- Stanserhorn: Take the CabriO cable car with an open roof to Mount Stanserhorn with views of 10 lakes and the Alps.
- Zurich: Visit Switzerland's largest city, stroll along the shopping street Bahnhofstrasse and the old town.
- Lindt Home of Chocolate: End the trip at the chocolate museum with the world-famous chocolate fountain and tastings.
- Evening return to Basel: Train journey back to the starting point of the tour.
























































































































































































































