11 days in Switzerland, Amsterdam & Milan Itinerary

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Kasteel de Haar and National Museum of Antiquities (Rijksmuseum van Oudheden). Do some cultural sightseeing at National Military Museum and Rembrandts Amsterdam Experience. Explore Amsterdam's surroundings by going to Utrecht (Museum Speelklok & Railway Museum (Het Spoorwegmuseum)), Grote Markt (in Haarlem) and Singer Laren Museum, Theatre and Sculpture Garden (in Laren). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Strand Egmond aan Zee, examine the collection at Museum of the Canals, get engrossed in the history at Het Noordbrabants Museum, and take a stroll through De Hallen Amsterdam.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Amsterdam travel itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Eindhoven Airport and Eelde Airport. Expect a daytime high around 63°F in May, and nighttime lows around 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Zurich.

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

On the 17th (Wed), relax and rejuvenate at Perle Day Spa, pause for some serene contemplation at Parish Church of St. John, see the interesting displays at The Polish Museum, then get in touch with nature with Hike, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Liebfrauenkirche, and finally contemplate the long history of Zunfthaus zur Meisen.

To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Zurich online trip maker.

Getting from Amsterdam to Zurich by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In May, daytime highs in Zurich are 65°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) so you can go by car to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Thu): enjoy the sand and surf at Seebad Eich, admire the masterpieces at Museum Rosengart Collection, examine the collection at Glasi Hergiswil, get to know the fascinating history of Uferpromenade Weggis, then take an in-depth tour of Bourbaki Panorama, and finally get engrossed in the history at Glacier Garden Lucerne (Gletschergarten).

To find ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Lucerne online travel route builder.

Traveling by car from Zurich to Lucerne takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Lucerne are 65°F, while nighttime lows are 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Lauterbrunnen.

A small village in a valley, Lauterbrunnen showcases an abundance of awe-inspiring waterfalls.

On the 19th (Fri), indulge in some personalized pampering at Alpines Sportzentrum Murren, take some stellar pictures from Thrill Walk Felsensteg Birg, don't miss a visit to 007 Walk of fame - Schilthorn, then hike along North face Trail, then take in the awesome beauty at The Monch, and finally see the interesting displays at Talmuseum Lauterbrunnen.

For other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Lauterbrunnen online holiday builder.

Traveling by car from Lucerne to Lauterbrunnen takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) so you can drive to Bern.

The capital and political center of Switzerland, Bern sits on a peninsula formed by the U-shaped River Aare.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at St. Ursenkathedrale and Aare River. Musee des Chemins de fer du Kaeserberg and Fort De Chillon will appeal to museum buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Bern: Aigle Castle (in Aigle), Musee Suisse du Jeu (in La Tour-de-Peilz) and Church Saint-Vincent (in Montreux). There's much more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Place de la Palud, admire the local landmark of Mosesbrunnen, take in the spiritual surroundings of Eglise de Saint-Sulpice, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Jesuitenkirche.

For photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Bern online road trip planner.

Getting from Lauterbrunnen to Bern by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In May, daytime highs in Bern are 66°F, while nighttime lows are 44°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can fly to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

For maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Milan road trip app.

Fly from Bern to Milan in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Bern in May, expect Milan to be somewhat warmer, temps between 73°F and 55°F. You will have some time to spend on the 24th (Wed) before leaving for home.