スイス6泊8日：上質かつコスパ良く旅する／かかった費用も全部公開

スイス6泊8日：上質かつコスパ良く旅する／かかった費用も全部公開

Hello 🎵 This is Pyon 🐰 Today, I’ll be sharing a highlight reel of my trip to Switzerland. In mid-July, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Alps, we spent a week traveling across Switzerland. By simply relaxing and watching this video as if traveling together, you’ll discover these key insights. First, real travel costs and money-saving tips. I’ll openly share the breakdown of lodging, transport, and meals, and show you concrete ways to achieve “luxury × cost efficiency.” Second, techniques to make travel more comfortable. With a little planning and smart packing, you can cut unnecessary expenses and still enjoy a smooth journey. These tricks are not limited to Switzerland—they apply to any trip, domestic or abroad. I’ll also share soothing footage along the way, so please enjoy until the very end. Our journey began with a late-night departure from Haneda. We first flew to Seoul using Peach, a low-cost carrier. We only carried a cabin suitcase and a backpack. Traveling with carry-on only has three main advantages. First, avoiding trouble. Since there’s no checked luggage, there’s no risk of lost baggage or delays caused by bags missing the connecting flight— issues surprisingly common on long-haul connections. Second, saving money. Many airlines charge extra for checked luggage. By going carry-on only, you avoid those fees completely. Third, saving time. No need to wait at the carousel after landing— you can leave the airport right away. Especially on trips with multiple connections or ground transfers, this time-saving makes a big difference. Packing light makes both your schedule and your mind feel freer. It’s one of those small choices that expand your sense of freedom while traveling. On the other hand, there are downsides to carry-on only. For example, liquid restrictions. You can’t bring skincare products or wine over 100ml. And with limited suitcase size, it’s not ideal if you want to bring lots of items. But since this was a summer trip to Europe, a compact setup was more than enough. Choosing places where you can do laundry, or coordinating clothes in versatile colors, helps keep things comfortable. And if I ever want to shop for souvenirs locally, I simply plan to check a bag on the return flight only. From Seoul, we took T’way Airlines’ business class to Frankfurt. Amazingly, this round-trip fare was just 220,000 yen per person. For July peak season, a popular Europe route, and a 14-hour long-haul flight— with a fully flat seat—it’s an unbelievable price. We found this deal thanks to daily checks on Google Flights. But you don’t have to monitor fares every day. I’ll continue sharing these kinds of tips on this channel, so just watching is enough. One tip for finding cheaper tickets: search not only from your nearest airport, but also include nearby international options. This simple trick allowed us to cut costs dramatically. Some may find connecting via Seoul a hassle, but actually, there are direct flights to Seoul from 31 cities across Japan, with easy 1–2 hour access even from many regional airports. Flights between Japan and Seoul are also inexpensive— sometimes under 10,000 yen round-trip, depending on the season. For those living outside the Tokyo area, flying to Seoul can actually be cheaper and faster than traveling to Narita or Haneda. This kind of Asia-connection to Europe has become a smart option for those wanting both comfort and affordability. T’way’s long-haul routes are truly a hidden gem. For more details on this flight, please check out my dedicated T’way Airlines video. We safely arrived at Frankfurt Airport in Germany. Even the taxis being Benz by default—that’s so Germany. We landed at 16:50 and our next flight was at 8:10 the following morning, so our stay in Germany was brief. We booked the Sheraton directly connected to Terminal 1. Just a 3-minute walk from the terminal. Although flying business class meant little fatigue, after such long travel, it was nice to drop our bags so quickly. There was a reason we chose not to connect right away, and instead stayed overnight in Frankfurt. The next leg of our trip in Switzerland involved renting a car, so we anticipated possible jet lag, lack of sleep, or fatigue, and avoided driving right after a long-haul flight. We prioritized safety and built in extra time. Building in that one-night buffer really helped us stay healthy for the rest of the trip—looking back, I’m glad we did. The plan was simple: if we felt tired on arrival, sleep at the hotel; if we had energy, go out for dinner and a stroll in the city. As you can see, we felt great and enjoyed a little time in Germany too. Hotels in Switzerland are pricier on average, so rather than arriving late and checking in there, an overnight in more affordable Germany was better value—two birds with one stone. Frankfurt is one of Europe’s leading financial hubs. Yet its old town has fairy-tale streets, perfect for a leisurely walk. Tomorrow, our Swiss adventure truly begins. We took the first morning flight—an hour on SWISS—to Geneva. Intra-Europe flights are short, so we chose Economy Light with only the essentials. That’s another way we trim unnecessary costs. Picked up our rental car at Geneva Airport. We’d emailed the rental company in advance to confirm the Swiss motorway toll sticker (vignette) was included. Most Swiss rental cars come with the vignette as standard. Even if you buy the much-talked-about unlimited public-transport pass, for this itinerary, renting a car was cheaper for two adults, with simpler routes and far more freedom—so we went with a car. Quick break at a service area. Just under three hours’ drive to Grindelwald. The road winds between lakes and mountains—scenery for days. We had time before hotel check-in, so we decided to grab lunch. We headed to a fondue specialty spot with stellar reviews. Switzerland has over 450 kinds of cheese, they say. Cheese fondue began in the Swiss Alps as a way to preserve and enjoy food in winter. When snow shut people in and fresh ingredients were scarce, they found delicious ways to use stale bread and well-aged cheese, melting cheese with wine and dipping bread into it. The classic version uses white wine and kirsch (cherry brandy), and you dip bread or vegetables into the melted cheese. There’s a fun rule here: drop your bread in the pot and you get a “penalty.” Depending on the region, that could be “drink a glass of wine” or “sing a song,” among others. For the first two nights we stayed in a hotel, just to ease into the trip. Hotel Fiescherblick, opened at the end of 2022. We booked the Panoramic Sunset Room category. Soft tones and a Scandinavian feel to the interiors. It’s tucked behind a quiet church in Grindelwald village, with dreamlike views all around. The bathroom and linens were impeccably clean—very reassuring. We knew amenities were minimal, so we brought what we needed from Japan. Let’s head out and soak in the scenery with a little walk. Switzerland does excellent coffee. Rising right before us: the famed Eiger North Face, standing 3,970 meters tall. A sudden shower—but the sun’s still out, so we scanned the sky with high hopes… and there it was. Dinner tonight is at a highly rated Japanese restaurant. We started with a local Grindelwald beer. Inside-out rolls: spicy tuna in front, salmon in back. The miso soup tasted a bit like miso-ramen broth thinned with hot water. In mid-July, sunset in Grindelwald is around 21:20— a lovely bonus for travelers. Today we’re spending the whole day in Grindelwald. After getting ready and heading to the dining room, a very Swiss breakfast awaited us. Local cheeses and hams each had distinct flavors— you can really taste the region. We planned to take the first gondola up the mountain, but with rain falling, we lingered over breakfast to wait it out. Quietly gazing outside over breakfast—pure happiness. The forecast says it’ll clear up soon, so let’s go before it gets crowded. “Grindelwald” comes from Old German meaning “valley of green forests.” It’s a year-round destination—hiking in summer, winter sports in winter— and about 80% of total stays are by repeat visitors. We rode up to First, over 2,000 meters above sea level. Time to explore the famous Cliff Walk. The descent offers lots of fun options, too— a zipline reaching up to 84 km/h, a glider that lets you soar like a bird, mountain carts that race down the slopes, and the Trottibike, which rides like a scooter-bike hybrid. Plenty to choose from. We chose the Trottibike for our way down. Breathing in that crisp Alpine air—what a luxury. Back at the village, we took a short break. We went to a well-reviewed Swiss restaurant. Cabbage and sausage soup. Mushroom cream schnitzel with pasta. Sausage with rösti. Everything was delicious. For our second night, we moved to the hotel’s top-tier suite. There’s only one suite—also the largest room. Now, a quick introduction to Switzerland itself. Officially the Swiss Confederation; the capital is Bern. Population: just under 9 million—about one-fourteenth of Japan. Currency: the Swiss franc. At the time, it was at a record high—about ¥185 per CHF. A defining feature is language: there are four official ones. Depending on the region—German, French, Italian, and Romansh— and each brings its own culture and temperament. The land area is about 41,000 km²—slightly larger than Japan’s Kyushu. Within that compact space are famed Alpine peaks, lakes, and countless sights. From this room you get a head-on view of the Eiger. The Eiger is known as one of Switzerland’s iconic peaks, and a true symbol of Alpine mountaineering. Its North Face is especially legendary—over 1,800 meters of near-vertical rock, with volatile weather, making it one of the toughest climbs in the world. It looks bright, but it’s already 19:30. We strolled to Coop, the supermarket in the town center. Since we’d had a hearty early dinner, we kept supper light. I picked up a vegan salad packed with falafel and some in-season saturn peaches (flat peaches). Back in our room, gazing at the mountains outside, we each enjoyed something simple out on the terrace— a luxury to rival any multi-course dinner. At last, our final day in Grindelwald. The air outside the window is crystal clear in the early hour. We kept breakfast simple but balanced for nutrition. Time to check out. Grindelwald is truly scenic— peaceful, and nothing short of heavenly. I sincerely hope to return to this town someday. Time to set off. We left Grindelwald and drove to Chemin, a rural town in Valais. It’s about a three-hour drive to southwestern Switzerland. Along the way, we drove our car onto a special “car train.” Think of it as the rail version of a car ferry. Instead of crossing high Alpine passes, the train shoots through a long mountain tunnel in one go. You switch off the engine and stay seated in the car, and the train does the rest. About 15 minutes later, we emerged in a different town. Valais, along the Rhône River, is one of Switzerland’s top wine regions. For the final three nights, we stayed in a lovely standalone house surrounded by nature. It had a full kitchen, so we could cook for ourselves— avoiding “restaurant fatigue” that often hits during trips, and eating nourishing meals that felt good on the body. Mountains stretched around the house, with multiple hiking trails branching off. Days in nature reset our minds and filled us with deep calm and happiness. We covered our time here in detail in the previous video—please check that out too. Time to say goodbye to our quiet retreat in Chemin. One last look to etch the view in memory, then we packed up and left. We drove on to Geneva Airport. On the way, we glimpsed France’s famed Mont Blanc in the distance— the “Queen of the Alps,” regal as ever. We stopped at a gas station before the airport to top up the rental car one last time. There was a discount coupon on the back of our car-train ticket, so we’d saved it for this moment. First, Geneva to Frankfurt. We flew SWISS—just about 1 hour 15 minutes. Short as it is, the flight feels like a mini sightseeing tour in the sky. Pro tip: sit on the right side. After takeoff, you’ll see dazzling Lake Léman and Mont Blanc spread out below. With the Alps as a backdrop, it’s a parade of spectacular views. We spent a three-hour layover in the Frankfurt lounge, then boarded T’way’s business class to Seoul. Sinking into the comfortable seat with a deep breath, memories from the trip came flooding back one by one. Despite the surprisingly low fare for a long-haul route, it had everything we needed and thoughtful service. The seat went fully flat, so the flight was very comfortable. With a bit of lazing around, even an 11-hour flight flies by. The meals were tasty, and the value for money was outstanding. After arriving in Seoul, we took Jeju Air to Narita. Narita’s airport fees are lower, so on most routes tickets are cheaper than flights to and from Haneda. Now, let’s review the trip costs. Haneda to Seoul on the outbound was ¥83,380 one-way for two adults. That’s steep for this route, but it was July peak season, and we needed a flight after work the day before that would still connect to the 9:50 a.m. Seoul–Frankfurt flight. Given those constraints, we had no other options. With more flexibility, Japan–Korea can be done much cheaper. Seoul–Frankfurt, a long-haul segment in business class, came to ¥450,000 round-trip for two adults— a big saving by flying from Korea instead of nonstop from Tokyo. Starting in Korea rather than Tokyo let us cut costs dramatically. Between Frankfurt and Geneva, we used SWISS. It’s just over an hour, so economy was more than enough. Round-trip for two: ¥142,646. Checked bags incur fees, so sticking to carry-on suitcases was the right call. For Seoul to Tokyo on the return, we found a bargain: ¥9,467 one-way for two adults. It was an LCC economy ticket, but for a short hop, that’s perfectly fine. Within Switzerland, we rented a car from SIXT at Geneva Airport. It was an Opel Astra, with a four-day rental of CHF 490.29 (¥90,703) plus full-coverage insurance CHF 120.47 (¥22,287). We drove about 600 km, and fuel was roughly ¥13,000. Swiss motorways use a flat-fee vignette, so tolls were included in the rental price. The only extra was the car-train: CHF 28. Total driving costs came to about ¥139,000. Had we used public transport instead, a 6-day Swiss Travel Pass for two would be around ¥220,000 in 1st class, or about ¥140,000 even in the cheaper class— so the rental car was both cheaper and more convenient. We stayed in three places this trip. First, the Sheraton connected to Frankfurt Airport. About ¥20,000 per night for two adults. Next, a highly rated boutique hotel in Grindelwald. Night one: the second-highest category, the Panoramic Sunset Room. Night two: the top category—the Loft. Finally, in the rural town of Chemin, we used Airbnb— flexible, comfortable, and convenient, with excellent value for money. We’ll be using Airbnb more from now on. In Frankfurt, we had dinner at an Italian restaurant. On the road, we grabbed quick bites at service areas, and had cheese fondue right after arriving in Grindelwald. We visited cafés twice in Grindelwald, and tried both Japanese and Swiss restaurants there. Plenty of good options. Sometimes we picked up simple items from the supermarket to eat in our room. During our Airbnb stay in Chemin, we cooked dinner every night with ingredients from supermarkets and greengrocers, and had lunch at restaurants in town. Sightseeing expenses included the gondola up the mountain and the Trottibike down— the set was CHF 81 (¥15,000) per adult. Wine tasting at a shop was CHF 9.5 (¥1,800). And we occasionally paid to use public restrooms. For six nights and eight days in Switzerland, the grand total for two adults was ¥1,424,250. About ¥700,000 per person to enjoy high-cost Switzerland in style— we felt the cost performance was excellent. By using connecting flights, minimizing luggage, and mixing accommodation types, we kept things luxurious while cutting costs to half—or even a third—of similar packages. A big saving overall. Because this trip was decided at the last minute, short-haul flights were pricey, but with earlier planning, that part can be reduced further. The cost-cutting rule: start with the big-ticket items. I’d love to hear your own travel-saving tips in the comments. See you in the next video. Thank you so much for watching to the end.

スイス6泊8日：上質かつコスパ良く旅する／かかった費用も全部公開

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📖 目次（チャプター）
00:00　オープニング & 旅の概要
01:30　荷物の工夫
04:26　ソウル→フランクフルト（T’way航空ビジネスクラス）
06:59　フランクフルト到着・空港直結ホテル滞在
07:45　フランクフルト市内観光
09:27　スイス航空でジュネーヴへ
09:52　レンタカーで移動
10:56　チーズフォンデュランチ
12:22　Hotel Fiescherblick
13:59　グリンデルヴァルド散策
15:15　夕食（日本食レストラン）
16:01　朝食
16:59　フィルスト観光（クリフウォーク・アクティビティ）
18:27　スイス料理レストラン
19:01　スイスの基本情報
21:14　夜のお散歩 & お部屋でディナー
22:25　グリンデルヴァルド最終日
23:43　カートレインでヴァレー州へ
24:42　シュマンのAirbnb滞在
25:40　旅の後半まとめ
29:01　旅費の内訳（交通費）
32:14　旅費の内訳（宿泊費）
33:10　旅費の内訳（食費）
33:59　旅費の内訳（観光費）
34:28　総旅費 & コストパフォーマンス

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