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Zurich, Switzerland
Start your journey in Zurich, a vibrant city on Lake Zurich. Stroll through the old town Altstadt, visit Grossmünster cathedral, and enjoy Swiss cuisine at the Langstrasse neighbourhood. It's a great base before heading into the Alps.
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Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne is one of Switzerland's most picturesque cities, sitting on Lake Lucerne with stunning mountain backdrops. Don't miss the iconic Chapel Bridge and consider a day trip up Mount Pilatus or Rigi by cogwheel train. Try a fondue dinner in the old town.
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Interlaken, Switzerland
Interlaken sits between two lakes and is the gateway to the Jungfrau region. Take the train up to Jungfraujoch — the Top of Europe — for breathtaking glacier views. The area is also famous for paragliding and hiking trails through alpine meadows.
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Grindelwald, Switzerland
Grindelwald is a charming alpine village set beneath the dramatic north face of the Eiger. Hike the famous First Cliff Walk or take the cable car up to Männlichen for panoramic views. The village has excellent Swiss mountain restaurants serving rösti and raclette.
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Zermatt, Switzerland
Zermatt is a car-free village dominated by the iconic Matterhorn peak. Ride the Gornergrat railway for spectacular views of Monte Rosa and over 20 surrounding four-thousanders. The village has a lively après scene and excellent fondue restaurants along the main Bahnhofstrasse.
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Lugano, Switzerland
Lugano is the Italian-speaking gem of Switzerland, set on a beautiful lake surrounded by lush hills. The Mediterranean atmosphere, palm-lined promenades and excellent risotto and pasta dishes feel like a taste of Italy. It's the perfect transition point before crossing into the Dolomites.
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Bolzano, Italy
Bolzano is the bilingual gateway to the Dolomites, blending Austrian and Italian cultures beautifully. Visit the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology to see Ötzi the Iceman, and explore the colourful arcaded streets of the old town. The surrounding wine routes and apple orchards are also worth exploring.
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Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy
Cortina d'Ampezzo is the queen of the Dolomites, surrounded by dramatic rocky spires and UNESCO-listed landscapes. Hike the famous Tre Cime di Lavaredo loop for breathtaking panoramic views of the three iconic rock pillars. Enjoy hearty South Tyrolean dishes like canederli and speck in one of the many mountain huts.
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Val Gardena, Italy
Val Gardena is a stunning valley in the heart of the Dolomites, known for world-class hiking and the famous Alta Via trails. The Seceda ridge hike offers some of the most dramatic Dolomite scenery with jagged peaks and green meadows. The valley is also renowned for its centuries-old wood-carving tradition.