10-Day Switzerland Road Trip around Bern to Lausanne, Interlaken, Zurich, and Basel

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Bern has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Rose Garden Bern. This attraction is an architectural structure and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,016 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, Süder. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Restaurant Rosengarten. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

Locals recommend Kornhauskeller as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Bern also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bern is Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bern is Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Locals also enjoy Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Switzerland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Bern has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Bern by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Bern. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Bern, like the extraordinary Zytglogge. This attraction is an astronomical clock and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,998 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bern is the spectacular UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,343 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Bern Minster. This church building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,614 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Bern.

Your discovery of Bern does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Bern on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, be sure to eat at Luce, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Bern is the popular Entrecôte Fédérale. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Bern is Lötschberg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Bern for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

Lorenzini is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bern is Volver BarTapasCafé. Volver BarTapasCafé has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Bern!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Chaplin's World. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,827 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Golden Pass Railway. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,324 visitors.

Freddie Mercury statue is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 7,061 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bern is another excellent way to spend your new day in Switzerland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Switzerland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Switzerland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Chaplin's World for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,827 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Golden Pass Railway. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,324 visitors, this must-see tourist destination deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Freddie Mercury statue. This attraction, a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,061 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Chillon Castle. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,926 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Lausanne.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Great Escape, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,559 customers.

Locals also recommend Inglewood Saint-Laurent as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. Inglewood Saint-Laurent is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne is Pub Les Gosses du Québec. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

After dinner, visit King Size Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lausanne. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lausanne, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Lausanne.

Today you'll explore the city of Bern. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,273 visitors.

Bains des Pâquis is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bern. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,686 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bern is The Geneva Water Fountain. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,645 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Jardin Anglais. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,315 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic L'horloge fleurie. This floral clock is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,847 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Switzerland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Lausanne.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne, like Le Ticino - Restaurant Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,086 customers.

McCarthy's Irish Pub is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lausanne. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lausanne, Eat Me Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge Lausanne. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Barberousse Lausanne. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Switzerland!

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bern and the city of Gruyères. You’ll stay in Interlaken for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bern today is Lausanne Cathedral. This excellent attraction is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,461 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing The Olympic Museum, an outstanding museum, in the city of Bern. Around 7,959 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Switzerland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Switzerland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to La Maison du Gruyère for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gruyères. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,962 visitors.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,928 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Interlaken.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Interlaken, Hüsi Bierhaus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,315 customers.

Locals recommend MAHARAJA Indian Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Interlaken. MAHARAJA Indian Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Interlaken is OX Restaurant & Grill. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Interlaken, Brasserie 17. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 569 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Pizzeria Horn. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 283 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Interlaken and embark on a scenic drive to Zurich, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Interlaken and Interlaken-Oberhasli administrative district before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Interlaken. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Höhematte. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,846 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Statue Of Yash Chopra. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,478 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Interlaken is the stunning Flying Wheels Interlaken. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 248 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Harderkulm. This attraction is a mountain that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,237 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,804 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Interlaken-Oberhasli administrative district, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Zurich. When you arrive in Zurich you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Weisses Rössli. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 525 customers.

Locals also recommend Zeughauskeller, another of the best restaurants in Zurich. Zeughauskeller is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Swiss Chuchi Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Old Crow to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zurich, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tales Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Tales Bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Kennedy's Irish Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Switzerland, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 7 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Placid Hotel Zurich, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bern. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,026 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Bern is the 5-star FIVE Zurich. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,444 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bern is the 3-star Hotel Sternen Oerlikon. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 997 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Bern, like the outstanding Kunsthaus Zürich. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,967 visitors and gathers around 382,603 every year.

Lindenhof is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Bern. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,743 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Bern is the extraordinary Swiss National Museum. This organization is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,511 reviews.

Come to Bern prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Bern.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Kennedy's Irish Pub, after your day of exploring the city of Bern. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Markthalle is another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Cantinetta Antinori. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Locals recommend Rimini Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Bern, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern, Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Switzerland.

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bern is the amazing Fraumünster. This attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,184 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Grossmünster. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,833 visitors.

Chinagarten Zürich is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bern. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 5,048 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bern is Zürich Opera House. This attraction is an amazing opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,390 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bern is another excellent way to spend your new day in Switzerland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Switzerland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Switzerland’s scenic spots.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Basel.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits, one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Locals also recommend tibits as one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. Tibits is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Basel is KLARA 13 AG. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Rouge, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,606 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland!

Day 9 of your road trip through Switzerland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Bern and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bern. You will stay in Bern for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bern is the amazing middle bridge. This attraction is a road bridge that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,782 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cathedral, Basel Minster. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,929 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bern is the outstanding Tinguely Fountain. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,788 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bern by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Switzerland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bern, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

Locals also recommend Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

After dinner, visit Abflugbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 322 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Altes Tramdepot Brauerei und Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,739 customers.

Alternatively, McCarthy's Irish Pub Bern is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 438 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland!

Day 10 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bern before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Bundesplatz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bern. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,945 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Bern and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Switzerland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bern at The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Lorenzini for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bern. The Lorenzini restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Volver BarTapasCafé. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Bern. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Switzerland!