Can you suggest a 3-day itinerary in October from Bern or Geneva?

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Billa is visiting Switzerland for three days in October and is looking for advice on daily excursions to the most scenic places. They're unsure whether to base themselves in Berne or Geneva and are seeking recommendations for their trip.

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  • Consider your arrival city (Zurich or Geneva) to help shape your itinerary.
  • Decide if you want to include hiking or prefer exploring historical towns for a better experience.
  • Check out online guides to help plan your daily excursions effectively.
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  • Anna
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    Reply 1 of 1 • 20 September 2025 at 19:06:54 #2791458

    Hi Billa,

    Please share if you are arriving via Zurich or Geneva and what is your interest or preference? Do you wish to include some hiking in your itinerary or interested in exploring old towns?

    You can plan your itinerary easily with our useful guide:  https://www.myswissalps.com/planning/itineraries/create-your-own/

    Hope this gets you started!

    Anna

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