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13-Day Switzerland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Zurich to Lucerne, Interlaken, Lausanne, Geneva, 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 Zurich, Lucerne, Beatenberg, Interlaken, Lausanne, Montreux, Geneva, Bern, Gruyères, Pringy, Jegenstorf, and Burgdorf.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Switzerland. You will spend 3 nights in Zurich, 1 night in Lucerne, 2 nights in Interlaken, 2 nights in Lausanne, 2 nights in Geneva, and 2 nights 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 Zurich, 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 Zürich Zoo are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Zurich, Lucerne, Beatenberg, Interlaken, Lausanne, Montreux, Geneva, Bern, Gruyères, Pringy, Jegenstorf, and Burgdorf, 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.

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Day 1

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

Zurich 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 Zurich. 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 Zurich, 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

Zurich
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 9 min

Zürich Zoo
Swiss National Museum
Lindenhof
Grossmünster
Old Botanical Garden
Old Town (Altstadt)
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You have 1 night left in Zurich. 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.

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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Switzerland!

Day 3

Zurich
Lucerne
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Drive 75 km, 1 hour 54 min

Mount Pilatus
Hofkirche St. Leodegar
Lion Monument Lucerne
Spreuerbrücke
Chapel Bridge
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Dive into day 3 of your remarkable road trip in Switzerland. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Lucerne. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Lucerne, where you'll spend 1 night.

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.

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

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

Day 4

Lucerne
Interlaken
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Drive 99 km, 1 hour 57 min

St. Beatus Caves
Lake Thun
Harderkulm
Statue Of Yash Chopra
Höhematte
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On day 4 of your road trip in Switzerland, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Beatenberg, Harderkulm, and Interlaken are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Interlaken, where you will stay for 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.

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.

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

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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Greet day 5 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 Fürgangen.

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

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

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.

Day 6

Interlaken
Lausanne
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Drive 171 km, 2 hours 26 min

AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium
Sauvabelin Tower
Collection de l'art brut
The Olympic Museum
Lausanne Cathedral
Place de la Palud
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Your itinerary for day 6 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.

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 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.

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

Day 7

Lausanne
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Drive 78 km, 1 hour 30 min

Chillon Castle
Freddie Mercury statue
Promenade sur les quais de Montreux
Golden Pass Railway
Gorges du Chauderon
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On day 7 of your road trip in Switzerland, you’ll start and end your day in Lausanne, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Lausanne, there’s no need to rush. Experience Montreux and Sonzier to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

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.

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

Day 8

Lausanne
Geneva
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Drive 67 km, 1 hour 36 min

Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva
Patek Philippe Museum
St Pierre Cathedral
Jardin Anglais
The Flower Clock
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Switzerland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Geneva. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Geneva, 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 Lausanne.

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

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.

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

Day 9

Geneva
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Drive 12 km, 51 min

United Nations Office at Geneva
International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
Broken Chair
Bains des Pâquis
The Geneva Water Fountain
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Day 9 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Zurich. 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.

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.

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

Day 10

Geneva
Bern
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Drive 166 km, 2 hours 29 min

Rosengarten Bern
bear pit
Bundesplatz
Zytglogge
UNESCO - Bern Old Town
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 10 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 Bern, 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 Bern. Bern 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 Bern'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 11

Bern
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Drive 133 km, 1 hour 57 min

Castle of the counts of Gruyères
HR Giger Museum
La Maison du Gruyère
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On day 11 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Gruyères and Pringy. 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 the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Bern.

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Switzerland!

Day 12

Bern
Zurich
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Drive 195 km, 2 hours 51 min

Skilift Linden
Jegenstorf Castle
Museum Franz Gertsch
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Dive into day 12 of your remarkable road trip in Switzerland. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Jegenstorf and Burgdorf. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Zurich, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Zurich. 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 Zurich's best restaurants.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Switzerland!

Day 13

Zurich - Departure day
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Botanical Garden
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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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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.

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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.

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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