SWITZERLAND QUICK GUIDE
THOUGHTS: Switzerland is seldom matched in natural beauty, though for a backacker it can quickly break the bank. If money isn't an issue, Switzerland is one of the most amazing places to explore in the world.
TOP PLACES: Jungfrau region (Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen)
CURRENCY: Swiss Franc (1.02:1 USD)
TRAVEL ROUTE: Zurich -> Basel -> Bern -> Lucerne -> Interlaken -> Grindelwald -> Lauterbrunnen -> Zermatt -> Lausanne -> Geneva
TIPS:
THOUGHTS: Switzerland is seldom matched in natural beauty, though for a backacker it can quickly break the bank. If money isn't an issue, Switzerland is one of the most amazing places to explore in the world.
TOP PLACES: Jungfrau region (Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen)
CURRENCY: Swiss Franc (1.02:1 USD)
TRAVEL ROUTE: Zurich -> Basel -> Bern -> Lucerne -> Interlaken -> Grindelwald -> Lauterbrunnen -> Zermatt -> Lausanne -> Geneva
TIPS:
- Take the Jungfraubahn from the Kleine Scheidegg mountain through the Eiger and Mönch up to the Jungfraujoch
- Partake in one of many adrenaline pumping activities in Interlaken (Paragliding, Hangliding, Rafting, etc)
- Enjoy the World Class skiing if visiting in the winter season
- Beware that Switzerland is one of the most expensive places in the world!