6 days with family from Zurich: weather, excursions, accommodation

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Airdoc is planning a 6-day family trip in mid-March starting from Zurich. They have questions about the weather, itinerary ideas that don’t involve hiking or skiing, scenic train options, and accommodation recommendations. Airdoc is looking for helpful travel tips to guide their planning.

Key takeaways:
  • Check the weather for March in Switzerland using reliable resources.
  • Look into scenic train rides like the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and GoldenPass that are operational in mid-March.
  • Explore dedicated accommodation sections online to find options that fit your family’s needs.
  • Consider sample itineraries available in planning sections for more travel ideas.
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  • Airdoc
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    11 February 2025 at 18:04:13 #2363065

    Planning a trip in mid march for about 6 days with family starting from Zurich, intend to drive, have the following queries
    1. Weather ?
    2. Itinerary – not into hiking/skiing
    3. Any Scenic trains operational and ticket availability
    4. Accommodation
    Any other inputs will be highly appreciated

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    Reply 1 of 1 • 12 February 2025 at 13:50:22 #2364409

    Hi Airdoc,

    Welcome to MySwissAlps.

    In answer to your questions:

    1.  March weather tips can be found here:  https://www.myswissalps.com/planning/practical/best-time-to-visit/
    2.  Any interests you could share, what is the family makeup – adults, seniors, children?
    3.  Scenic train rides that are operating when you are here, the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass train are just a few examples.  Read more about these rides (and others) in the link attached.  You can also double check dates of operation in the “Operation dates, schedules and timetable” sections.  Explanation of how to buy tickets for all rides are provided too:  https://www.myswissalps.com/activities/trips/train/scenic/
    4.  Lots of accommodation suggestions can be found in our dedicated accommodation section.  Just use the drop down filters to research:  https://www.myswissalps.com/accommodation/
    5.  Our planning section has some sample itineraries that may suit.  Feel free to take a look here: https://www.myswissalps.com/planning/itineraries/

    I hope this gets you started.

    Kind regards,
    Yolanda

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