My family and I are traveling from Milan, Italy to Switzerland the last part of April for 5 days. I was thinking taking the more scenic longer train to reach the Berner Oberland and Lauterbrunnen area for the best scenery. However, we are not major hikers but more interested in all the Swiss natural beauty, food, history and people. I realize that the last part of April and early May is off season, will there be housing open or should I plan to stay a larger city? I also realize from being in Varrena, Italy last year in mid-April, the weather can be cold and rainy, so I was wondering about the smaller areas to stay and the weather conditions. We also need to end up flying out of a bigger city to reach the US for easier connections.
Since we are seasoned Italy travelers, and our adult children have not seen Northern Italy, I was also thinking of nearby places near Northern Italy, but in Switzerland. However, I hate to be so close to seeing more beautiful sites in Switzerland and missing out with the country being smaller and the great trains there, I hate to miss out on prettier areas. Just unsure how to plan the trip. I sure would appreciate some suggestions. I would also like to get a scenic rail journey in the mix for our 5 day trip too. I would appreciate your help. Thank you in advance.