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14-Day Switzerland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Basel traveling south to Zurich, Lucerne, Bern, Geneva, and Lausanne

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 14-day road trip in Switzerland! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Basel, Neuhausen, Zurich, Lucerne, Schattenhalb, Schwanden bei Brienz, Beatenberg, Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, Corsier-sur-Vevey, Gruyères, and Pringy.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Switzerland. You will spend 3 nights in Basel, 2 nights in Zurich, 2 nights in Lucerne, 2 nights in Bern, 2 nights in Geneva, and 2 nights in Lausanne. 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 Basel, 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 Basel, Neuhausen, Zurich, Lucerne, Schattenhalb, Schwanden bei Brienz, Beatenberg, Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, Corsier-sur-Vevey, 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

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

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

Raise a toast to the start of your 14-day road trip in Switzerland!

Day 2

Basel
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Drive 7 km, 44 min

Kannenfeld Park
Zoo Basel
Tinguely Fountain
Fine Arts Museum Basel
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Basel. You’ll stay in Basel 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.

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

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

Day 3

Basel
Zurich
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Drive 145 km, 2 hours 19 min

Museum of Natural History Basel
Basel Minster
Palatinate (Pfalz) Viewing Platform
Rhine Falls
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On day 3 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Switzerland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Basel and Neuhausen. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Zurich, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

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.

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.

Day 4

Zurich
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Drive 1 km, 23 min

Swiss National Museum
Lindenhof
Old Town (Altstadt)
Bahnhofstrasse
Niederdorf
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You’ll stay in Zurich for 1 night.

A visit to Old Town (Altstadt) is a must on the agenda today. This neighborhood is full of hidden gems and character, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Plus, you’ll be close to some of the city’s most famous sights.

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 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.

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

Day 5

Zurich
Lucerne
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Drive 62 km, 1 hour 35 min

Grossmünster
Kunsthaus Zürich
Zürich Opera House
Zürich Zoo
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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 1 place, which are Zurich. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lucerne, where will spend 2 nights.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

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

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

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

Lucerne
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Drive 9 km, 52 min

Spreuerbrücke
Chapel Bridge
Lion Monument Lucerne
Swiss Museum of Transport
Old Town (Altstadt)
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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.

Lucerne 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 Lucerne.

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

Day 7

Lucerne
Bern
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Drive 211 km, 3 hours 53 min

Titlis Cliff Walk
Aare Gorge - West Entrance
Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
Harderkulm
St. Beatus Caves
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Dive into day 7 of your remarkable road trip in Switzerland. Today you'll explore 4 destinations, including Schattenhalb, Schwanden bei Brienz, Harderkulm, and Beatenberg. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Bern, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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.

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.

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

Day 8

Bern
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Drive 8 km, 48 min

bear pit
Rosengarten Bern
Zentrum Paul Klee
Matte
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You have 1 night left in Bern. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Set aside time today to explore Matte, a standout neighborhood that reflects the essence of the city. While you're there, you'll also be within reach of some of the city's top landmarks, making it easy to maximize your day.

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 Bern's best restaurants.

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

Day 9

Bern
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Drive 205 km, 2 hours 49 min

UNESCO - Bern Old Town
Zytglogge
Bundesplatz
Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum
Chillon Castle
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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 Bern. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel 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.

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

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

Day 10

Geneva
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour 24 min

Bains des Pâquis
Mon Repos Park
Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva
Broken Chair
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Day 10 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Basel. 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 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.

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

Day 11

Geneva
Lausanne
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Drive 66 km, 1 hour 13 min

St Pierre Cathedral
The Flower Clock
Jardin Anglais
The Geneva Water Fountain
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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. Geneva are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Lausanne, 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 Lausanne. Lausanne 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 Lausanne. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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

Day 12

Lausanne
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Drive 5 km, 53 min

The Olympic Museum
Montbenon
Casino de Montbenon
Place de la Palud
Lausanne Cathedral
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You’ll stay in Lausanne 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 Lausanne. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Switzerland!

Day 13

Lausanne
Basel
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 7 min

Chaplin's World
Castle of the counts of Gruyères
HR Giger Museum
La Maison du Gruyère
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On day 13 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Switzerland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Corsier-sur-Vevey, Gruyères, and Pringy. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Basel, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Basel, 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 Basel, 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 14

Basel - Departure day
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Spalentorweg
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Day 14 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.

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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