13-Day Switzerland road trip from Basel to Geneva, Lausanne, Bern, and Interlaken

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13 days & 12 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 13-day road trip through Switzerland.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Switzerland. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Basel, 2 nights in Geneva, 1 night in Lausanne, 2 nights in Bern, 1 night in Interlaken, and 3 nights in Zurich, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Switzerland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Basel, Geneva, Lausanne, Bern, Innertkirchen, Interlaken, and Zurich. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in Switzerland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Basel, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, including the stunning Jardin Anglais and Zürich Zoo.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Switzerland. From the magnificent Chillon Castle to the breathtaking Titlis Cliff Walk and Chapel Bridge, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Lion Monument Lucerne and learn more about the unique Rhine Falls to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Basel, Geneva, Lausanne, Bern, Innertkirchen, Interlaken, and Zurich, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Switzerland. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Switzerland.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Switzerland. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Switzerland.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Switzerland.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Switzerland has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Switzerland. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 12 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 12 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Switzerland extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Hotel, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

View of the Old Town of Basel with red stone Munster cathedral and the Rhine river, Switzerland.Basel / 3 nights
Bern, Switzerland. View of the old city center and Nydeggbrucke bridge over river Aare.Bern / 2 nights
Geneva skyline cityscape, French-Swiss in Switzerland. Aerial view of Jet d'eau fountain, Lake Leman, bay and harbor from the bell tower of Saint-Pierre Cathedral. Sunny day blue sky.Geneva / 2 nights
Lausanne - city in SwitzerlandLausanne / 1 night
Panoramic view of historic Zurich city center with famous Fraumunster, Grossmunster and St. Peter and river Limmat at Lake Zurich on a sunny day with clouds in summer, Canton of Zurich, SwitzerlandZürich / 3 nights
Lucerne - town in SwitzerlandLucerne
Photo of aerial view of the Arth Goldau village by lake Zug in Canton Schwyz in Central Switzerland on a sunny day.Arth
Photo of Castle Chillon one of the most visited castle in Montreux, Switzerland attracts more than 300,000 visitors every year.Montreux
Morges - city in SwitzerlandMorges
Winterthur - city in SwitzerlandWinterthur
Interlaken / 1 night
Photo of aerial View of the Medieval Town of Gruyeres, Famous Castle of Gruyeres, Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland.Gruyères
Photo of beautiful autumn view of Lauterbrunnen valley with gorgeous Staubbach waterfall and Swiss Alps at sunset time, Switzerland.Lauterbrunnen

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Photo of Rhine Falls or Rheinfall, Switzerland panoramic aerial view.Rhine Falls
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Luzern, SwitzerlandChapel Bridge
Photo of the landscape of the Zurich zoo, Switzerland.Zürich Zoo
Photo of Chillon Castle, Switzerland. Montreaux, Lake Geneve, one of the most visited castle in Swiss, attracts more than 300,000 visitors every year.Chillon Castle
Photo of Lucerne dying lion monument, Switzerland.Lion Monument
Photo of flower clock or L'horloge fleurie is a symbol of the city watchmakers, located in Jardin Anglais park in Geneva city in Switzerland.Jardin Anglais
The Geneva Water Fountain, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandThe Geneva Water Fountain
Photo of Pink flamingos in the water in the zoo of Basel, Switzerland.Basel Zoo
Photo of a Bear is walking along edge of pool in Bern Bear Pit (Barengraben) in Bern Bear Park, Berne, Switzerland.Bear pit
Photo of bridge at Limmatquai in the city center of Zurich, Switzerland. People on the background. Seen from Lindenhof hill.Lindenhof
Photo of Swiss Transport Museum, lucerne, Switzerland.Swiss Museum of Transport
Photo of flower clock or L'horloge fleurie is a symbol of the city watchmakers, located in Jardin Anglais park in Geneva city in Switzerland.L'horloge fleurie
Gruyères Castle, Gruyères, Gruyère District, Fribourg, SwitzerlandCastle of the counts of Gruyères
Photo of the property on the bank of lake Geneva, where Charlie Chaplin spent the last 25 years of his life, now part of the Chaplin's World museum, Switzerland.Chaplin's World
The Olympic Museum, Lausanne, District de Lausanne, Vaud, SwitzerlandThe Olympic Museum
Photo of Bains des Paquis Public Baths at Lake Geneva, Switzerland.Bains des Pâquis
Photo of Grossmünster Romanesque-style Protestant church in Zürich, Switzerland.Grossmünster
La Maison du Gruyère
Photo of Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the city of Geneva is a museum and an institution in Geneva city in Switzerland.Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva
Photo of Swiss National Museum or Landesmuseum in Zurich, Switzerland.Swiss National Museum
Freddie Mercury statue, Montreux, District de la Riviera-Pays-d’Enhaut, Vaud, SwitzerlandFreddie Mercury statue
Swiss Science Center Technorama, Oberwinterthur, Winterthur, Bezirk Winterthur, Zurich, SwitzerlandSwiss Science Center Technorama
Broken ChairBroken Chair
Photo of the Basel Minster Cathedral in Switzerland.Basel Minster
St Pierre Cathedral, Cité, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandSt Pierre Cathedral
Nature and Animal Park Goldau, Arth, Schwyz, SwitzerlandNature and Animal Park Goldau
photo of stunning view of the top of Harder Kulm in Interlaken in winter, Switzerland photographed in summer with paragliders flying around. Hilly Alpine landscape and Lake Thun in background.Harderkulm
St Beatus Caves
photo of Zurich Kunsthaus, Switzerland. The Kunsthaus Zurich houses one of the most important art museums in Switzerland and Europe.Kunsthaus Zürich
Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
photo of Middle bridge over Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland.Middle bridge
Photo of Zurich opera house and Sechselautenplatz town square view, largest city in Switzerland.Zürich Opera House
photo of Lausanne Cathedral with blue sky, Lausanne, Switzerland.Lausanne Cathedral
Servion Zoo, Servion, District de Lavaux-Oron, Vaud, SwitzerlandServion Zoo
Trummelbach
Parc de La Grange, Eaux-Vives, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandParc de La Grange
China Garden, Seefeld, Riesbach, Zurich, District Zurich, SwitzerlandChinagarten Zürich
Aare Gorge - West Entrance, Schattenhalb, Interlaken-Oberhasli administrative district, Oberland administrative region, Bern, SwitzerlandAare Gorge - West Entrance
photo of aerial view of scenic Bern old town cityscape with old buildings Bern Minster cathedral tower and Aare River view in Bern SwitzerlandBern Minster
UNESCO- Von Bern, Grünes Quartier, Stadtteil I, Bern, Bern-Mittelland administrative district, Bernese Mittelland administrative region, SwitzerlandUNESCO - Bern Old Town
Uetliberg Lookout Tower, Stallikon, Bezirk Affoltern, Zurich, SwitzerlandUetliberg Lookout Tower
photo of a beautiful sky with green trees and beautiful roses in Rose Garden Bern in Switzerland.Rose Garden Bern
photo of part of the ancient Spreuer Bridge (Spreuerbrücke) over the river Reuss in the historical town center of Lucerne, the famous city in Central Switzerland.Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne
Tinguely Fountain, Vorstädte, Basel, Basel-City, SwitzerlandTinguely Fountain
photo of Titlis Cliff Walk in Mount Titlis in the Swiss Alps in winter time.Titlis Cliff Walk
Fine Arts Museum Basel, Vorstädte, Basel, Basel-City, SwitzerlandFine Arts Museum Basel
photo of Spalentor Gate in Basel, one of the most beautiful gates of Switzerland.Gate of Spalen
Observation Deck B
photo of aerial view of Uetliberg mountain in Zurich, Switzerland.Üetliberg
Parc de l'Indépendance, Morges, District de Morges, Vaud, SwitzerlandParc de l'Indépendance

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Day 1 – Basel - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Basel - arrival day

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

Basel has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible middle bridge. This attraction is a road bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 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 Basel, Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Basel is Hotel Les Trois Rois. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Fiorentina Basel as one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Basel also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Basel is tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

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

Locals also enjoy HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-day vacation in Switzerland!

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Day 2 – Basel

Day 2

Day 2 – Basel

  • Basel
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Drive 3 km, 43 min

  • Basel Zoo
  • Tinguely Fountain
  • Fine Arts Museum Basel
  • Basel Minster
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Basel has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Basel 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 Basel. 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 Basel, like the extraordinary Basel Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,001 visitors. Basel Zoo gets around 2,012,511 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Basel is the spectacular Tinguely Fountain. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,054 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Fine Arts Museum Basel. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,982 visitors.

Basel Minster is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This cathedral is a popular destination among visitors in Basel. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Basel does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Basel 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 WERK 8, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 996 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Basel is the popular Gifthüttli. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Basel is Za Zaa - Lebanese Soul Food. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 926 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Flanagan's is one of the best bars in the city of Basel for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,232 customers.

Volkshaus Basel is another of the most popular bars in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Basel is NOOHN. NOOHN has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 829 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Veytaux, Morges, Servion, and Geneva

Day 3

Day 3 – Veytaux, Morges, Servion, and Geneva

  • Morges
  • Geneva
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Drive 303 km, 4 hours 2 min

  • Chillon Castle
  • Servion Zoo
  • Parc de l'Indépendance
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Day 3 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 Veytaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Geneva. You will stay in Geneva for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Veytaux is the amazing Chillon Castle. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,098 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Veytaux 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 Geneva, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Auberge de Savièse, one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,055 customers.

Locals also recommend Oh Martine! as one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. Oh Martine! is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva is Café du Soleil. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

After dinner, visit Beau-Rivage Genève, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Demi Lune Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

Alternatively, Le Kraken is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Geneva

Day 4

Day 4 – Geneva

  • Geneva
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 30 min

  • Parc de La Grange
  • The Geneva Water Fountain
  • Bains des Pâquis
  • Broken Chair
  • Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva
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On day 4 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva 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 Nash Suites Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Geneva. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,198 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Geneva is the 5-star de la Cigogne. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,348 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Geneva is the 3-star Nash Pratik Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,833 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 Geneva, like the outstanding Parc de La Grange. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,058 visitors.

The Geneva Water Fountain is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Geneva. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Geneva is the extraordinary Bains des Pâquis. This public bath is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,124 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Broken Chair. Around 7,375 visitors have given this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva is a popular botanical garden, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,616 travelers.

Come to Geneva 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 Geneva.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Café de Paris - Chez Boubier, after your day of exploring the city of Geneva. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Restaurant Les Armures is another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva is Cottage Café. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Locals recommend Mr Pickwick Pub, one of the best bars in the city of Geneva, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Geneva, Café du Centre. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,188 customers.

Les Brasseurs is also one of the best bars in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,451 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, and Lausanne

Day 5

Day 5 – Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, and Lausanne

  • Geneva
  • Montreux
  • Lausanne
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Drive 129 km, 1 hour 58 min

  • St Pierre Cathedral
  • L'horloge fleurie
  • Jardin Anglais
  • Chaplin's World
  • Freddie Mercury statue
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Day 5 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Geneva and the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Geneva is the amazing St Pierre Cathedral. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,301 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible L'horloge fleurie. This floral clock and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,421 visitors.

Jardin Anglais is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Geneva. This well-known attraction, a spectacular urban park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 17,964 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Geneva 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 in the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,239 visitors.

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 Beau-Rivage Palace, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,230 customers.

Locals also recommend Holy Cow! as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. Holy Cow! is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne is Inglewood Saint-Laurent. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

After dinner, visit The Great Escape, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lausanne. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,559 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like King Size Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

Alternatively, Bleu Lézard is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lausanne. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,546 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Gruyères, Pringy, and Bern

Day 6

Day 6 – Gruyères, Pringy, and Bern

  • Lausanne
  • Bern
  • Gruyères
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Drive 125 km, 2 hours 7 min

  • Lausanne Cathedral
  • The Olympic Museum
  • Castle of the counts of Gruyères
  • La Maison du Gruyère
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Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Lausanne and the city of Gruyères. You’ll stay in Bern for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Lausanne today is Lausanne Cathedral. This excellent attraction is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,709 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing The Olympic Museum, an outstanding museum, in the city of Lausanne. Around 8,425 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 Gruyères Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gruyères. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,511 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, Brasserie Obstberg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Locals recommend Süder as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. Süder 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 has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bern, Turnhalle. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Lötschberg is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Bern

Day 7

Day 7 – Bern

  • Bern
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Drive 2 km, 41 min

  • Bern Minster
  • UNESCO - Bern Old Town
  • Bear pit
  • Rose Garden Bern
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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 Best Western Plus Hotel Bern, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bern. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,082 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Bern is the 5-star Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,438 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bern is the 3-star Kreuz Bern. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,295 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 Bern Minster. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

UNESCO - Bern Old Town is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Bern. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Bern is the extraordinary bear pit. This architectural structure is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 13,764 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Rose Garden Bern. Around 4,288 visitors have given this architectural structure an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Kornhauskeller, after your day of exploring the city of Bern. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Luce is another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Casino Bern. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,429 customers.

Locals recommend Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern, 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern, Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Einstein – café & bel étage – is also one of the best bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Ballenberg, Beatenberg, Lammi, Innertkirchen, and Interlaken

Day 8

Day 8 – Ballenberg, Beatenberg, Lammi, Innertkirchen, and Interlaken

  • Interlaken
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Drive 172 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • St Beatus Caves
  • Titlis Cliff Walk
  • Aare Gorge - West Entrance
  • Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
  • Harderkulm
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling hamlet of Ballenberg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Interlaken. You’ll stay in Interlaken for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ballenberg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ballenberg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Harderkulm. This much-appreciated mountain and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,505 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ballenberg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Interlaken. Interlaken offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Hüsi Bierhaus. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,315 reviews.

The remarkable MAHARAJA Indian Restaurant is another top restaurant in Interlaken we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous OX Restaurant & Grill is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Interlaken, the fantastic Brasserie 17. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 569 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Pizzeria Horn. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 283 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

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Day 9 – Mürren, Lucerne, and Zurich

Day 9

Day 9 – Mürren, Lucerne, and Zurich

  • Lucerne
  • Zürich
  • Lauterbrunnen
  • More

Drive 157 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Trummelbach
  • Swiss Museum of Transport
  • Lion Monument
  • Chapel Bridge
  • Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne
  • More

Rise and shine on day 9 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 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Interlaken 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 Trümmelbachfälle. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,297 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Swiss Museum of Transport. This attraction is a technology museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,371 visitors. Around 562,605 people visit Swiss Museum of Transport every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. This sculpture and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,987 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Chapel Bridge. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

The lovely Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,021 visitors have left this wooden bridge an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 The Dolder Grand 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 3,031 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tibits. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Tibits has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,746 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!

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Day 10 – Goldau and Zurich

Day 10

Day 10 – Goldau and Zurich

  • Zürich
  • Arth
  • More

Drive 114 km, 1 hour 52 min

  • Nature and Animal Park Goldau
  • Chinagarten Zürich
  • Zürich Opera House
  • Zürich Zoo
  • More

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Zurich, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Goldau is Nature and Animal Park Goldau. This amazing attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,032 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Switzerland more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Switzerland’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Zurich.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Babu's. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,949 customers.

Café Bar ODEON is one of the top restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Oliver Twist. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Zurich, El Lokal. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Zurich, we recommend the cocktails at Markthalle. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Zurich is Rimini Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Zurich!

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Day 11 – Zurich

Day 11

Day 11 – Zurich

  • Zürich
  • More

Drive 3 km, 45 min

  • Swiss National Museum
  • Lindenhof
  • Grossmünster
  • Kunsthaus Zürich
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Zurich has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Zurich 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 Zurich. 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 Zurich, like the extraordinary Swiss National Museum. This attraction is an organization and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,999 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Zurich is the spectacular Lindenhof. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Grossmünster. This church building has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

Kunsthaus Zürich is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Zurich. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 382,603 visitors.

Your discovery of Zurich does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Zurich 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 Cantinetta Antinori, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Zurich is the popular Kafi Dihei. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Zurich is Viadukt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Café Bar ODEON is one of the best bars in the city of Zurich for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

Oliver Twist is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Zurich is Metropol. Metropol has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,341 customers.

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

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Day 12 – Winterthur, Sellenbüren, Kloten, Neuhausen, and Basel

Day 12

Day 12 – Winterthur, Sellenbüren, Kloten, Neuhausen, and Basel

  • Winterthur
  • Basel
  • More

Drive 202 km, 3 hours 25 min

  • Üetliberg
  • Uetliberg Lookout Tower
  • Observation Deck B
  • Swiss Science Center Technorama
  • Rhine Falls
  • More

Day 12 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Winterthur and the hamlet of Sellenbüren. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Winterthur is the amazing Swiss Science Center Technorama. This attraction is a technology museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,513 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Winterthur 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 Uetliberg Lookout Tower in the hamlet of Sellenbüren for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors.

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 Boo Klybeck, one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 551 customers.

Locals also recommend Ufer7 Basel as one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. Ufer7 Basel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Basel is Schlüsselzunft. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

After dinner, visit Ängel or Aff, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like KaBAR. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 630 customers.

Alternatively, Schall und Rauch Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 104 customers.

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

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Day 13 – Basel - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – Basel - departure day

  • Basel - Departure day
  • More
  • Gate of Spalen
  • More

Day 13 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Basel 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.

Gate of Spalen is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Basel. This tower and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,435 visitors.

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

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

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