Here’s a detailed 5-day Switzerland itinerary covering Lucerne, Mt. Titlis, Interlaken, Grindelwald, Jungfraujoch, and Lauterbrunnen, along with hotel recommendations, local food spots, and information on the Swiss Travel Pass.

Day 1: Arrival in Lucerne
• Morning: Arrive in Lucerne, a charming city by Lake Lucerne. Explore the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) and Old Town.
• Afternoon: Visit the Lion Monument and Musegg Wall for panoramic views.
• Evening: Stroll around Lake Lucerne, enjoy dinner, and take in the scenic beauty.

Hotel Recommendation:
• Budget: Hotel Alpha Lucerne
• Mid-range: Hotel des Balances
• Luxury: Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne

Local Food Recommendations:
• Wirtshaus Galliker – Traditional Swiss dishes.
• Zunfthausrestaurant Pfistern – Swiss cuisine with a lake view.

Day 2: Mt. Titlis
• Morning: Take a train from Lucerne to Engelberg, and from there, the cable car up to Mt. Titlis. Enjoy the Titlis Rotair (rotating cable car) and Titlis Cliff Walk for breathtaking views.
• Afternoon: Explore Glacier Cave and Ice Flyer chair lift for snow activities.
• Evening: Return to Lucerne and relax by the lake or enjoy a quiet dinner.

Hotel Recommendation: Same as Day 1 in Lucerne

Local Food Recommendations:
• Restaurant Swiss Stübli – Cheese fondue and raclette.
• Brasserie Bodu – French-Swiss bistro.

Day 3: Interlaken & Grindelwald
• Morning: Take the scenic train from Lucerne to Interlaken (covered by Swiss Travel Pass). Explore Interlaken’s Höhematte Park and stroll along the Aare River.
• Afternoon: Head to Grindelwald via train and enjoy activities such as the First Cliff Walk or First Flyer (zipline).
• Evening: Return to Interlaken and explore local shops and cafes.

Hotel Recommendation:
• Budget: Hotel Rössli Interlaken
• Mid-range: Hotel Interlaken
• Luxury: Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa

Local Food Recommendations:
• Restaurant Taverne – Swiss specialties.
• Hirschen – Traditional Swiss food, including fondue.

Day 4: Jungfraujoch & Lauterbrunnen
• Morning: Take the train to Jungfraujoch, the “Top of Europe” (partially covered by Swiss Pass, additional cost for the final leg). Enjoy the Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, and Aletsch Glacier.
• Afternoon: After descending, visit the picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen and its famous Staubbach Falls. Explore the Trümmelbach Falls inside the mountain.
• Evening: Return to Interlaken for the night.

Hotel Recommendation: Same as Day 3 in Interlaken

Local Food Recommendations:
• Restaurant Laterne – Swiss dishes.
• Velo Café – Casual café with local snacks.

Day 5: Return
• Morning: After breakfast, take a final walk around Interlaken or Lucerne, depending on your departure city.
• Afternoon: Return to your departure city or Zurich/Geneva Airport using your Swiss Travel Pass.

Swiss Travel Pass
• The Swiss Travel Pass offers unlimited travel on the Swiss Travel System network, including trains, buses, boats, and mountain railways. You can get a 4-day or 8-day pass depending on your needs.
• Mt. Titlis and Jungfraujoch are only partially covered, but you get discounted fares for the last leg of these trips.

This itinerary provides a good balance of adventure, nature, and scenic Swiss towns, with plenty of opportunities to try authentic Swiss cuisine and stay at comfortable accommodations.