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10 Days of Swiss-German Adventure

Jonelle Beck

Jonelle Beck

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the captivating cities of Zürich and Stuttgart. Immerse yourself in the rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and iconic attractions of Switzerland and Germany. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with cultural wonders, architectural marvels, and delectable cuisine.

Trip to Zürich

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Viator

Day 1Discovering Zürich's Treasures
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$125

Fraumünster Church
Elegant church with a delicate, copper-topped spire, a crypt museum & stained glass by Marc Chagall.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Zürich Opera House
Decorative performance venue, opened in 1891, for classic & contemporary opera & ballet, plus tours.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$100
Day 2Wildlife and Serenity in Zürich
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$50

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$ 20

Wildnispark Zürich Langenberg
Picturesque wilderness park with forest trails, BBQ facilities, a cafe & a wildlife area.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
30 - 36 min

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Chinagarten Zürich
Tranquil lakeside garden featuring Chinese-style pavilions, bridges & landscaping around a pond.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
Day 3Chocolates, Cathedrals, and Panoramic Views
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$100

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$ 40

Lindt Home of Chocolate
A towering chocolate fountain, museum exhibits on production & hands-on workshops with chocolatiers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$75
15 - 18 min

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Grossmünster
Iconic twin-towered Romanesque cathedral, where 1500s religious reformer Huldrych Zwingli preached.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Uetliberg Lookout Tower
Landmark steel-truss tower with an open observation platform & panoramic views of Zurich & the Alps.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
Day 4A Day at the Zürich Zoo
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$125

Zoo Zürich
Opened in 1929, this popular attraction features more than 370 animal species in themed habitats.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125
Day 5Botanical Bliss and Swiss Heritage
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$100

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$ 20

Botanical Garden
University-run city garden with 3 tropical glass domes & a pond, plus guided tours & botany courses.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Swiss National Museum
Displays on aspects of Switzerland's history, plus handicrafts, homewares & an armory tower.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$75
Day 6Art and Football Delights in Zürich
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$165

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$ 20

Kunsthaus Zürich
Art museum with major European collections from 15th century to the present, plus temporary shows.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
8 - 10 min

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FIFA Museum
Modern museum featuring 1,000+ exhibits on football, with a sports bar, eateries & a library.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$90

Budget breakdown: $1041 In total

Activities & Food:$930
Transport:$111

Trip to Stuttgart

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Viator

Day 1Discovering Zürich's Treasures
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$50

Mercedes-Benz Museum
Museum tracing history of Mercedes & the car industry, with vintage & modern vehicles on display.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
Day 2Wildlife and Serenity in Zürich
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$95

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$ 13

Stuttgart TV Tower
Well-known, long-standing TV tower offering an observation deck & cafe with sweeping city views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$35
33 - 40 min

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Porsche Museum
Futuristic museum tracing Porsche's history, with vehicles from early 20th century to the present.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$60
Day 3Chocolates, Cathedrals, and Panoramic Views
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$75

Wilhelma
Expansive zoo & botanical gardens in 19th-century, former royal park with Moorish-style buildings.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
Day 4A Day at the Zürich Zoo
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$45

Ludwigsburg Residential Palace
Baroque residence housing children's, fashion & ceramics museums with manicured gardens.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$45

Budget breakdown: $1041 In total

Activities & Food:$930
Transport:$111