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

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 13-day road trip in Switzerland! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Pringy, Gruyères, Interlaken, Mürren, Lauterbrunnen, Lucerne, Goldau, Zurich, Neuhausen, Schaffhausen, Bern, Schlosswil, and Walkringen.

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 Montreux, 3 nights in Interlaken, 2 nights in Lucerne, 2 nights in Zurich, and 1 night in Bern. 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, Pringy, Gruyères, Interlaken, Mürren, Lauterbrunnen, Lucerne, Goldau, Zurich, Neuhausen, Schaffhausen, Bern, Schlosswil, and Walkringen, 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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Jardin Anglais
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Welcome to Geneva, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Switzerland! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 2 nights discovering what to see in Geneva before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

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.

Find your way to your hotel in Geneva. 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 Geneva, 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!

Day 2

Geneva
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 23 min

United Nations Office at Geneva
Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva
Bains des Pâquis
St Pierre Cathedral
The Geneva Water Fountain
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You have 1 night left in Geneva. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

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 Geneva's best restaurants.

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

Day 3

Geneva
Montreux
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Drive 96 km, 2 hours 8 min

Montbenon
Lausanne Cathedral
Place de la Palud
The Olympic Museum
Parc Olympique
Promenade sur les quais de Montreux
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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 2 places, which are Lausanne and Montreux. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Montreux, 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 Montreux. Montreux offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

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

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

Day 4

Montreux
Interlaken
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Drive 171 km, 2 hours 35 min

Freddie Mercury statue
Chillon Castle
La Maison du Gruyère
HR Giger Museum
Castle of the counts of Gruyères
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in Switzerland. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Montreux, Pringy, and Gruyères. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Interlaken, where you'll spend 3 nights.

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

Interlaken 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 Interlaken.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 5

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 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Interlaken, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate town, including Fürgangen.

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.

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

Day 6

Interlaken
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Drive 36 km, 56 min

Mürrenbachfall
Trümmelbach Falls
Wengernalpbahn
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Greet day 6 of your road trip in Switzerland with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Interlaken, 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 Mürren and Lauterbrunnen.

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

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

Day 7

Interlaken
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Drive 75 km, 1 hour 43 min

Swiss Museum of Transport
Lion Monument Lucerne
Bourbaki Panorama Lucerne
Chapel Bridge
Jesuitenkirche Hl. Franz Xaver
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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.

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.

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

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

Day 8

Lucerne
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Drive 95 km, 1 hour 44 min

Mount Pilatus
Männliturm
Spreuerbrücke
Nature and Animal Park Goldau
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Wake up to day 8 of your road trip in Switzerland. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Lucerne and Goldau. With 1 night to stay in Lucerne, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the town’s surroundings!

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Switzerland!

Day 9

Lucerne
Zurich
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Drive 53 km, 1 hour 11 min

Swiss National Museum
Lindenhof
Grossmünster
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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 Zurich. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Zurich, 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 Zurich. Zurich 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 Zurich, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

Day 10

Zurich
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Drive 106 km, 1 hour 45 min

Rhine Falls
Moser Familienmuseum Charlottenfels
Kloster Allerheiligen, Schaffhausen
Schwabentor
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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 the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Zurich.

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

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

Day 11

Zurich
Bern
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Drive 123 km, 2 hours 2 min

Rosengarten Bern
bear pit
Bundesplatz
Zytglogge
UNESCO - Bern Old Town
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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. Bern are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Bern, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

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

Day 12

Bern
Geneva
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Drive 198 km, 2 hours 41 min

Wil Castle
Sensorium
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in Switzerland. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Schlosswil and Walkringen. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Geneva, where will spend 1 night.

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.

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

Day 13

Geneva - Departure day
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Rue du Rhône
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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.

You can also explore high-end shops for luxury items.

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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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.

Get instant confirmation

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.

Easily make changes

Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

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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