13-Day Switzerland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bern to Lucerne, Interlaken, Geneva, Lausanne, and Zurich and surrounding area

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 13-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 Bern, 2 nights in Lucerne, 2 nights in Interlaken, 2 nights in Geneva, 2 nights in Lausanne, and 1 night 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 Bern, 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. Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument Lucerne are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bern, Köniz, Lucerne, Goldau, Interlaken, Beatenberg, Geneva, Lausanne, Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, Zurich, Gruyères, and Pringy, 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

Day 1

  • Bern - Arrival day
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Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach Bern and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Bern, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Bern 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.

Find your way to your hotel in Bern. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Switzerland. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

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 Bern, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in Switzerland!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Bern
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Drive 16 km, 1 hour 14 min

  • Gurten Park im Grünen
  • Zentrum Paul Klee
  • Rosengarten Bern
  • Einsteinhaus
  • UNESCO - Bern Old Town
  • Zytglogge
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On day 2 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Köniz and Bern. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Bern, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

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

Bern 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 Bern.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Switzerland!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Bern
  • Lucerne
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 14 min

  • Swiss Museum of Transport
  • Lido Luzern
  • Lion Monument Lucerne
  • Spreuerbrücke
  • Chapel Bridge
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On day 3 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.

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

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

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Lucerne
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Drive 95 km, 1 hour 39 min

  • Mount Pilatus
  • Hofkirche St. Leodegar
  • Nature and Animal Park Goldau
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Greet day 4 of your road trip in Switzerland with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Lucerne, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Lucerne and Goldau.

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

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

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Lucerne
  • Interlaken
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Drive 76 km, 1 hour 36 min

  • Harderkulm
  • Schloss Interlaken
  • Statue Of Yash Chopra
  • Höhematte
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 5 of your road trip in Switzerland. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Harderkulm and Interlaken. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Interlaken, where will 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 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.

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Interlaken
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Drive 578 km, 6 hours 59 min

  • Lake Thun
  • St. Beatus Caves
  • GOMS Bridge (Hängebrücke Fürgangen - Mühlebach)
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On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Interlaken, where you have 1 night left to stay.

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

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.

Say good night to Interlaken and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Switzerland!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Interlaken
  • Geneva
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Drive 220 km, 2 hours 55 min

  • The Geneva Water Fountain
  • Patek Philippe Museum
  • St Pierre Cathedral
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Dive into day 7 of your remarkable road trip in Switzerland. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Geneva. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Geneva, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Switzerland!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Geneva
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • United Nations Office at Geneva
  • Broken Chair
  • Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva
  • Bains des Pâquis
  • The Flower Clock
  • Jardin Anglais
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You’ll stay in Geneva for 1 night.

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.

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Switzerland!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Geneva
  • Lausanne
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Drive 75 km, 1 hour 58 min

  • The Olympic Museum
  • Sauvabelin Tower
  • Collection de l'art brut
  • Montbenon
  • Lausanne Cathedral
  • Place de la Palud
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Your itinerary for day 9 of your road trip in Switzerland includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Lausanne. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Lausanne, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

Lausanne 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 Lausanne.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Switzerland.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Lausanne
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Drive 102 km, 1 hour 56 min

  • Servion Zoo
  • AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium
  • Chaplin's World
  • Freddie Mercury statue
  • Chillon Castle
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On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lausanne, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Lausanne, Corsier-sur-Vevey, and Montreux.

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

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Lausanne
  • Zurich
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Drive 237 km, 3 hours 6 min

  • Kunsthaus Zürich
  • Swiss National Museum
  • Lindenhof
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On day 11 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 1 night.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Zurich'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.

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Zurich
  • Bern
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Drive 251 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Castle of the counts of Gruyères
  • HR Giger Museum
  • La Maison du Gruyère
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Switzerland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Gruyères and Pringy. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Bern, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Bern - Departure day
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  • Matte
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Day 13 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.

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.
Personalize your itinerary
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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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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