[debuda]

Wonderfully narrated with beautiful pictures. I started seeing it on my phone but soon switched to my desktop to see the pictures properly on a large screen.

[Sasanka_Sanga]

Wow this thread brought my old memories (2007) when I was in Switzerland.

I remember Saali, GuisanPlatz (my hotel was allotted here), Bern Bahnhof, Interlaken, Mount Titlis, Jungfrau mountains.

The way I was welcomed in Switzerland was not the best one. It was worst as the place I landed has lost a football match and the situation was pretty chaotic and I have experienced water jet that flushed me 50 meters and I had bruises. Can't recollect any more.

But the overall stay in that country was awesome and it will be my first favorite place after India.

[busydrive]

Brilliant travelogue. Great and useful details for anyone planning a swis trip. Fantastic photos as well.
Now the funny part, while I strated reading it I didnt look at the team bhp handle and got engrossed in the content. When I saw the photos and your one specially i was thinking have seen him somehwere! But where??
I got my answer when you mentioned Sherdil and then I remembered your Ladakh episode! Scrolled up to see the team bhp handle and then yes I knew where I had seen you before

[SPIKE ARRESTOR]

Originally Posted by gearhead_mait

Its not over yet! One more travelogue is on the way next, the part II of this journey - The rest of Europe. Till then, Ciao!

Lovely travelogue, brings back memories, specially of Grindelwald.

BTW, did you guys have a breakdown? If the Polizei caught you stopping on the Motorway (unless an emergency), it would have cost you a bomb. Generally, in Europe it is only allowed to stop in designated places, the Swiss police is also known to strictly enforce rules. Be careful next time.

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[gearhead_mait]

Woah! So many comments and applause for the beauty of Switzerland. I am confident now that I have been able to showcase the beauty of Switzerland at least to some extent! Thanks a lot everyone.

Originally Posted by haisaikat

Epic TL dada accompanied by Wonderful pictures, rated 5 stars. I wish to visit Khajjar, Switzerland of India at least once since I do not think real Switzerland travel will be possible in near future.

Thanks a lot! I haven't been to Khajjiar, but its beautiful. I think quotes like "Switzerland of India" or "Mini Switzerland" tagged to various places in India brings down the uniqueness of each place in our country. India is beautiful in its own unique way, it never needed a Swiss tag to attract tourists. We have the Great Himalayan Range at our disposal. But having said that there is no denying the fact that other countries, specially Switzerland, are also equally beautiful. Each Country is unique in its own way. I generally laugh when someone who has never been to Switzerland says "Swiss is a nothing in front of our Himalayas!" Reminds me of the Sarpanch of the film - 'Swades'.

Best wishes to you for your travel, from my side!

Originally Posted by Batfreak

Absolutely beautiful thread..

Switzerland is certainly one of the most beautiful places on the planet and it has been a bucket list destination for me as well. I was planning to attend the Geneva Motor Show this year...

...with shoe-string budgets. Could you please provide some more tips or insights for backpackers?

Thanks a lot for your kind words! Hard luck on your plan to visit Geneva this year. We have all been hit equally and everyone is sharing the same feeling across the globe. Hope the world heals quickly.

BHPian amods has answered your questions elaborately.

Originally Posted by ChiragM

gearhead_mait. Stunning.

I visited Switzerland only for the Geneva Motor Show in 2017. Did not get time to see the town itself .

Need to visit Switzerland once to take in the natural beauty. The urge has increased after seeing your pics. Looking forward to part 2.

Thanks ChiragM! Yes, Part II should be available soon.

Originally Posted by amods

You're lucky to get a chance to work there. Great log.

There's something else about Switzerland which can't be compared to any other place.

Thanks for sharing.

Thanks amods! I agree about your comment on the beauty of Switzerland. Its a visual treat.

Originally Posted by amods

There are plenty of Youtube videos on how to do it.

Overall, it takes a lot of research to save money. I researched for a solid 3-4 months before applying for visa.

Good luck.

It can't get any better than these set of suggestions. You have literally spoken my heart out. Thorough research, I must say.

Originally Posted by Annibaddh

And if you ever get to drive down from St. Moritz down to Milan, you'll be a blessed man! Imposing dam walls visible high in the snow-clad hills. A sharp decline into quaint Italian villages. Lakes after lakes after lakes. Uff. And Grindelwald! Oh the sight of Jungfraujoch vertical. The snow-dome in the town-square. And cold beer served off the tap! This really stirs the memory a bit!

I sincerely would like to read a travelogue on your story. If I regret missing one stretch that I ever wanted to do in Switzerland, it would be St. Moritz - Lugano - Milan one. Please share some pictures if you have!

Originally Posted by Amyth Prabhakar

Excellent Travelogue.

I have never been to Switzerland. Thanks a lot for sharing, this will serve as a reference for my itinerary.

Thanks a lot! Hope this travelogue and the useful comments that followed from BHPians will help.

Originally Posted by aneezan

Superb pictures and story-line
Managed to cover only a few places over the 2 days we had - Lucerne, Rigi, Engelberg, Mt.Titlis. Amazing country.

I completely forgot about Mt. Rigi. Thanks for reminding. I had to choose between Rigi and Pilatus and chose the later. Please post some pictures and your story of Rigi and beautiful Engelberg /Mt. Titlis.

Originally Posted by CountMe91

Amazing Travelogue. Interlaken and surrounding areas are truly beautiful although I prefer non-touristy areas. One of the best places I visited in Switzerland was Murren. Next time I visit Switzerland, I plan to stay there for a night or two. Sharing a picture from our Swiss trip.

Absolutely! Murren is beautiful.

Originally Posted by #ABTorquey

Oh Boy! Thanks a million for the travelogue. Very crisp writing and awesome detailed pictures. This made my day, surely a dream destination for everyone.

Maybe one day I get to experience the beauty in person as well.

Many thanks and my best wishes with you!

Originally Posted by sidm

It is truly a paradise of a country!

My itinerary... :

For any trip between 9-14 nights, highly advisable....

Exhaustive itinerary and a good coverage one. Thanks for sharing the tips and suggestions which would help travelers planning their trip.
Please post some pictures of your travel. Its always charming to see the pictures of this beautiful country!

Originally Posted by debuda

Wonderfully narrated with beautiful pictures. I started seeing it on my phone but soon switched to my desktop to see the pictures properly on a large screen.

Thanks for your kind words and I am pleased that you liked the flow of the travelogue.

Originally Posted by Sasanka_Sanga

Wow this thread brought my old memories (2007) when I was in Switzerland

The way I was welcomed in Switzerland was not the best one. It was worst as the place I landed has lost a football match and the situation was pretty chaotic and I have experienced water jet that flushed me 50 meters and I had bruises.

Gosh, that was some unusual experience! Good that it didn't dampen your spirit to explore Swiss.

Originally Posted by busydrive

Brilliant travelogue.
Now the funny part, while I strated reading it I didnt look at the team bhp handle and got engrossed in the content. When I saw the photos and your one specially i was thinking have seen him somehwere! But where??
I got my answer when you mentioned Sherdil and then I remembered your Ladakh episode! Scrolled up to see the team bhp handle and then yes I knew where I had seen you before

Ha ha! You really got me. I referred Sherdil in present tense though. 8 years back, he had not yet earned the name for himself! Many thanks for following my travelogues!

Originally Posted by SPIKE ARRESTOR

Lovely travelogue, brings back memories, specially of Grindelwald.

BTW, did you guys have a breakdown? If the Polizei caught you stopping on the Motorway (unless an emergency), it would have cost you a bomb. Generally, in Europe it is only allowed to stop in designated places, the Swiss police is also known to strictly enforce rules. Be careful next time.

Grindelwald is indeed beautiful.
No, we didn't have any breakdowns. We stopped to change over to another driver, as the existing person behind the wheel was little fatigued. We were not fined nor issued any tickets.