Lucerne to Swiss Adventures: Private day trip

The towering Verzasca Dam is over 720 feet (220 meters) tall, with its concrete arches balanced above the emerald-green waters of the Verzasca River. The dam became famous as one of the world’s highest bungee jumps after it was used in the opening scenes of “GoldenEye,” a James Bond movie from 1995. Visitors can choose to recreate the scene by booking an adrenaline-soaring jump of their own or take a walk across the top and watch others take the plunge. The location is also popular among photographers for its dramatic views and incredible lighting. Bungee jumps are available from Easter through October, and must be coordinated in advance: https://www.trekking.ch/bungy?lang=en

Nestled in one of the country’s most remote valleys, Foroglio is a charming village of stone houses at the foot of a spectacular waterfall. This incredibly scenic place is undisturbed by modern development and offers visitors the feeling of exploring a fantasy world. Enjoy remote alpine beauty, a thundering waterfall, and traditional Ticinese stone architecture. Be sure to visit the restaurant at the base of the falls for an authentic Swiss-Italian meal to cap off your explorations. This area is easiest to access from April to October, and may not be passable in the winter months.