We are traveling to Switzerland for the first time this September. We will have 3 adults and 1 toddler (23 months) and will have 13 nights. Our 3rd adult is helping with childcare so 2 of us will have the opportunity to do some child-free activities.
We don’t plan on doing any strenuous hiking, and we’re mainly interested in taking in some beautiful sights, visiting castles, vineyards, old towns, etc. and eating good food.
We land in Zurich late morning and thinking of taking a train straight to Montreux.
Thoughts on the below itinerary? Anywhere you would suggest instead of Lucerne? I wasn’t sure if Montreux and Lucerne are too similar or if we should do one lake and one mountain area. We are trying to be mindful of altitude with the toddler.
Appreciate any and all suggestions!
Montreux (4 nights)
Interested in: Chillon castle, boat ride, vineyards, playgrounds along lake, Gruyère’s day trip
Lucerne (3 nights)
Interested in: exploring old town, ferry around the lake and check out villages
Plan to rent a car at this point and drive to Salzburg, potentially hitting Neuschwanstein castle on the way
Salzburg (5 nights)
Interested in: cathedrals, museums, Eagle’s Nest day trip (2 adults), Munich day trip
Zurich (1 night)
Late morning/early afternoon flight