12-Day Switzerland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Geneva traveling east to Lausanne, Gruyères, Interlaken, Lucerne, and Zurich

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 12-day road trip through Switzerland. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Switzerland. You will spend 3 nights in Geneva, 1 night in Lausanne, 1 night in Gruyères, 2 nights in Interlaken, 2 nights in Lucerne, and 2 nights in Zurich. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Switzerland. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Geneva, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Switzerland on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Switzerland. Rhine Falls and Chapel Bridge are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Gruyères, Interlaken, Lucerne, Zurich, Neuhausen, Schaffhausen, and Bern, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Switzerland. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Switzerland.

Throughout your road trip in Switzerland, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Switzerland.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Switzerland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Switzerland today!

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Day 1

Geneva - Arrival day
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Say hello to Geneva! Your exciting road trip through Switzerland is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Geneva for 2 nights before you continue your adventure!

Geneva is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Geneva. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Switzerland. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Geneva, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in Switzerland!

Day 2

Geneva
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Drive 13 km, 1 hour

United Nations Office at Geneva
Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva
The Geneva Water Fountain
Jardin Anglais
The Flower Clock
St Pierre Cathedral
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Switzerland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Bring home unique finds from Geneva's bustling shopping hub, Rue du Rhône. Enjoy a leisurely exploration of unique high-end stores where locals shop. Don’t forget to browse souvenirs and local specialties that make perfect gifts for your loved ones. Beyond shopping, Rue du Rhône offers plenty of options, including primary services, unique landmarks, and community events.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Geneva's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Switzerland.

Day 3

Geneva
Lausanne
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Drive 68 km, 1 hour 11 min

The Olympic Museum
Lausanne History Museum
Lausanne Cathedral
Place de la Palud
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in Switzerland. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Lausanne. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lausanne, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Lausanne. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Lausanne's best restaurants.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Switzerland.

Day 4

Lausanne
Gruyères
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Drive 86 km, 1 hour 35 min

Freddie Mercury statue
Montreux Museum
Chillon Castle
Castle of the counts of Gruyères
HR Giger Museum
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in Switzerland. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Montreux and Gruyères. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Gruyères, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Gruyères, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Gruyères. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Switzerland!

Day 5

Gruyères
Interlaken
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Drive 144 km, 2 hours 21 min

Lake Thun
Harderkulm
Lake Brienz
Höhematte
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in Switzerland includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Harderkulm and Interlaken. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Interlaken, where you'll spend 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Interlaken. Interlaken offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Interlaken. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Head back to your accommodation in Interlaken and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Switzerland.

Day 6

Interlaken
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Drive 593 km, 7 hours 8 min

Landschaftspark Binntal
GOMS Bridge (Hängebrücke Fürgangen - Mühlebach)
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On day 6 of your road trip in Switzerland, you’ll start and end your day in Interlaken, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the town. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Interlaken, there’s no need to rush. Experience Fürgangen to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Interlaken.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Interlaken, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Head back to your accommodation in Interlaken and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Switzerland.

Day 7

Interlaken
Lucerne
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Drive 72 km, 1 hour 41 min

Männliturm
Natur-Museum Kanton Luzern
Spreuerbrücke
Kunstmuseum Luzern
Chapel Bridge
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On day 7 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Switzerland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Lucerne. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Lucerne, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Interlaken.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Lucerne. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the town.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Lucerne's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Switzerland!

Day 8

Lucerne
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Drive 29 km, 1 hour 9 min

Swiss Museum of Transport
Lion Monument Lucerne
Hofkirche St. Leodegar
Mount Pilatus
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You have 1 night left in Lucerne. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the town.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Switzerland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Lucerne's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 9

Lucerne
Zurich
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Drive 53 km, 1 hour 11 min

Swiss National Museum
Lindenhof
Grossmünster
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On day 9 of your road trip in Switzerland, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Zurich are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Zurich, where you will stay for 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Zurich, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Zurich is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Zurich.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Switzerland.

Day 10

Zurich
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Drive 106 km, 1 hour 36 min

Rhine Falls
Kloster Allerheiligen, Schaffhausen
Reformierte Kirche St Johann
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On day 10 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Neuhausen and Schaffhausen. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Zurich, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Zurich and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Zurich. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Switzerland!

Day 11

Zurich
Geneva
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Drive 283 km, 3 hours 51 min

Rosengarten Bern
bear pit
UNESCO - Bern Old Town
Zytglogge
Bundesplatz
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 11 of your road trip in Switzerland. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Bern. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Geneva, where will spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Geneva. Geneva offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Geneva, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Switzerland!

Day 12

Geneva - Departure day
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Bains des Pâquis
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Day 12 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

For those seeking luxury items, check out the area’s high-end stores.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Switzerland!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

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