14-Day Switzerland road trip from Geneva to Bern, Lucerne, Zurich, and Basel

Photo of panoramic view of Geneva skyline with famous Jet d'Eau fountain.
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14 days & 13 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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13 nights included
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14 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 14-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 4 nights in Geneva, 2 nights in Bern, 1 night in Lucerne, 2 nights in Zurich, 3 nights in Basel, and 1 night in Lausanne, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Switzerland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Geneva, Gruyères, Bern, Lucerne, Zurich, Basel, and Lausanne. We'll help you experience the best 14 days in Switzerland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Geneva, 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 Chapel Bridge.

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 Lion Monument Lucerne to the breathtaking Titlis Cliff Walk and Rhine Falls, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Geneva, Gruyères, Bern, Lucerne, Zurich, Basel, and Lausanne, 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 13 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 13 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, 13 nights
Rental car, 14 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

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 / 4 nights
Bern, Switzerland. View of the old city center and Nydeggbrucke bridge over river Aare.Bern / 2 nights
View of the Old Town of Basel with red stone Munster cathedral and the Rhine river, Switzerland.Basel / 3 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 / 2 nights
Lucerne - town in SwitzerlandLucerne / 1 night
Photo of Castle Chillon one of the most visited castle in Montreux, Switzerland attracts more than 300,000 visitors every year.Montreux
Photo of aerial View of the Medieval Town of Gruyeres, Famous Castle of Gruyeres, Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland.Gruyères

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Attractions

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
Broken ChairBroken Chair
Photo of the Basel Minster Cathedral in Switzerland.Basel Minster
St Pierre Cathedral, Cité, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandSt Pierre Cathedral
Les Bains de Lavey, Lavey-Morcles, District d'Aigle, Vaud, SwitzerlandLes Bains de Lavey
photo of AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium in Lausanne, Switzerland.AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium
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
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
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 the Palace of Justice in the Esplanade of Montbenon in Lausanne, Switzerland.Montbenon
Mon Repos Park, Pâquis, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandMon Repos Park
photo of beautiful morning at Brunswick Monument is a mausoleum of Charles II Duke of Brunswick in Geneva city, Switzerland.Brunswick Monument
photo of morning view of Zurich, Switzerland. View of the historic city center with famous Fraumunster Church, on the Limmat river.Fraumünster
photo of Musee d'Art et d'Histoire in Geneva, Switzerland.Musée d’Art et d’Histoire de Genève
Kannenfeld Park, St. Johann, Basel, Basel-City, SwitzerlandKannenfeld Park
photo of Spalentor Gate in Basel, one of the most beautiful gates of Switzerland.Gate of Spalen
photo of Museggmauer it's an old city wall and towers in Luzern, Switzerland.Museggmauer
photo of Museum Tinguely in Basel, Switzerland.Museum Tinguely
Museum of Natural History Basel, Altstadt Grossbasel, Basel, Basel-City, SwitzerlandMuseum of Natural History Basel
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Day 1 – Geneva - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Geneva - arrival day

  • Geneva - Arrival day
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  • Brunswick Monument
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Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Geneva has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Brunswick Monument. This attraction is a mausoleum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,591 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 Geneva, Auberge de Savièse. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,055 customers.

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

Geneva also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 14-day vacation in Switzerland!

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Day 2 – Geneva

Day 2

Day 2 – Geneva

  • Geneva
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Drive 4 km, 39 min

  • Musée d’Art et d’Histoire de Genève
  • St Pierre Cathedral
  • L'horloge fleurie
  • Jardin Anglais
  • The Geneva Water Fountain
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Geneva has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Geneva 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 Geneva. 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 Geneva, like the extraordinary Musée d’Art et d’Histoire de Genève. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,203 visitors. Musée d’Art et d’Histoire de Genève gets around 170,000 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Geneva is the spectacular 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 then travel to the amazing L'horloge fleurie. This floral clock has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,421 visitors.

Jardin Anglais is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This urban park is a popular destination among visitors in Geneva. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider The Geneva Water Fountain. The Geneva Water Fountain is a park and popular attraction in Geneva. More than 16,221 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Geneva does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Geneva 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 Restaurant Les Armures, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Geneva

Day 3

Day 3 – Geneva

  • Geneva
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Drive 13 km, 1 hour 22 min

  • Broken Chair
  • Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva
  • Mon Repos Park
  • Bains des Pâquis
  • Parc de La Grange
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Day 3 of your road trip across Switzerland is another day in the magnificent Geneva. You now have 2 nights left in Geneva. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Geneva offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Geneva is the stunning Broken Chair. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,375 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva in the city of Geneva. This attraction is a botanical garden and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,616 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Geneva is the incredible Parc Mon Repos. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,415 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Bains des Pâquis. This public bath and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Parc de La Grange. This park is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,058 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Geneva you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Geneva has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva, Tartares & Co. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Geneva that locals enjoy, eat at Bologne. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 244 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Geneva!

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Day 4 – Gruyères and Bern

Day 4

Day 4 – Gruyères and Bern

  • Montreux
  • Bern
  • Gruyères
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Drive 208 km, 2 hours 53 min

  • Chaplin's World
  • Freddie Mercury statue
  • Castle of the counts of Gruyères
  • La Maison du Gruyère
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You’ll stay in Bern for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Chaplin's World. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,239 visitors.

Around 7,710 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 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. 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.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,220 travelers.

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, Süder. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Rosengarten as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. Restaurant Rosengarten is 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, Lötschberg. This popular 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 5 – Bern

Day 5

Day 5 – Bern

  • Bern
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Drive 3 km, 45 min

  • Rose Garden Bern
  • Bear pit
  • UNESCO - Bern Old Town
  • Bern Minster
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On day 5 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 4,030 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 Rose Garden Bern. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,288 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 Bern Minster. This church building is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,755 reviews.

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.

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.

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

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Day 6 – Lucerne

Day 6

Day 6 – Lucerne

  • Lucerne
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Drive 195 km, 4 hours 1 min

  • St Beatus Caves
  • Harderkulm
  • Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
  • Titlis Cliff Walk
  • Aare Gorge - West Entrance
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Day 6 of your road trip through Switzerland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Lucerne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,805 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mountain, Harderkulm. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,505 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,813 visitors.

The spectacular Titlis Cliff Walk is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,452 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Aare Gorge - West Entrance. This attraction is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,999 visitors.

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 Lucerne, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Grottino 1313, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lucerne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 624 customers.

Locals also recommend Mill'Feuille as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lucerne. Mill'Feuille is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lucerne is tibits Luzern. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,445 customers.

After dinner, visit Bierliebe & Friends, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lucerne. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Suite small plates & cocktails. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Alternatively, Shamrock Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lucerne. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Lucerne and Zurich

Day 7

Day 7 – Lucerne and Zurich

  • Lucerne
  • Zürich
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Drive 59 km, 1 hour 34 min

  • Chapel Bridge
  • Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne
  • Museggmauer
  • Lion Monument
  • Swiss Museum of Transport
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lucerne. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lucerne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lucerne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Chapel Bridge. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This wooden bridge and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,021 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museggmauer to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Museggmauer is a fortification that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,162 visitors.

The lovely Lion Monument Lucerne is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,987 visitors have left this sculpture average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Swiss Museum of Transport. This attraction is a technology museum rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 11,371 reviews. Around 562,605 people come to see this attraction every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lucerne has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Zurich. Zurich 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 Weisses Rössli. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 525 reviews.

The remarkable Zeughauskeller is another top restaurant in Zurich we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Swiss Chuchi Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Zurich, the fantastic Kennedy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

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Day 8 – Zurich

Day 8

Day 8 – Zurich

  • Zürich
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 2 min

  • Chinagarten Zürich
  • Swiss National Museum
  • Kunsthaus Zürich
  • Zürich Zoo
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On day 8 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich 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 H+ Hotel Zürich, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Zurich. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,185 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Zurich is the 5-star FIVE Zurich. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,507 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Zurich is the 3-star Neufeld. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,299 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 Zurich, like the outstanding Chinagarten Zürich. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,297 visitors.

Swiss National Museum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Zurich. This incredible attraction is an organization and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,999 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Zurich is the extraordinary Kunsthaus Zürich. This art museum gets more than 382,603 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 6,485 reviews.

Come to Zurich 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 Zurich.

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

Locals recommend Markthalle, one of the best bars in the city of Zurich, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich, Rimini Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

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

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Day 9 – Zurich, Schaffhausen, and Basel

Day 9

Day 9 – Zurich, Schaffhausen, and Basel

  • Zürich
  • Basel
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Drive 151 km, 2 hours 42 min

  • Lindenhof
  • Fraumünster
  • Grossmünster
  • Zürich Opera House
  • Rhine Falls
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Zurich is the amazing Lindenhof. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Fraumünster. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,365 visitors.

Grossmünster is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Zurich. This well-known attraction, a spectacular church building, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 8,203 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Zurich is Zürich Opera House. This attraction is an amazing opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,119 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Zurich 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 Rhine Falls for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a waterfall and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 69,929 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 Stucki - Tanja Grandits, one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

After dinner, visit tibits, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like KLARA 13 AG. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

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Day 10 – Basel

Day 10

Day 10 – Basel

  • Basel
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Drive 10 km, 49 min

  • Basel Zoo
  • Tinguely Fountain
  • Fine Arts Museum Basel
  • Museum Tinguely
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On day 10 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Basel. You’ll stay in Basel for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Gaia Hotel , one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Basel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,002 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Basel is the 4-star Spalentor. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,138 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Basel is the 3-star Rochat. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,331 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 Basel, like the outstanding Tinguely Fountain. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,054 visitors.

Fine Arts Museum Basel is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Basel. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,982 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Basel is the extraordinary Museum Tinguely. This art museum is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,274 reviews.

Come to Basel 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 Basel.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like WERK 8, after your day of exploring the city of Basel. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 996 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Basel is Za Zaa - Lebanese Soul Food. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 926 customers.

Locals recommend NOOHN, one of the best bars in the city of Basel, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 829 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Basel

Day 11

Day 11 – Basel

  • Basel
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Drive 5 km, 52 min

  • Basel Minster
  • Museum of Natural History Basel
  • Middle bridge
  • Gate of Spalen
  • Kannenfeld Park
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Basel has to offer. Cherish the 1 night 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 Minster. This attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Basel is the spectacular Museum of Natural History Basel. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,071 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing middle bridge. This road bridge has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

Gate of Spalen is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This tower is a popular destination among visitors in Basel. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,435 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Kannenfeldpark. Kannenfeldpark is a best-rated sightseeing destination and popular attraction in Basel. More than 2,474 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Restaurant Boo Klybeck, 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 551 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Basel is the popular Ufer7 Basel. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Basel is Schlüsselzunft. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Schall und Rauch Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Basel for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 104 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 12 – Lausanne

Day 12

Day 12 – Lausanne

  • Lausanne
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 35 min

  • Chillon Castle
  • Les Bains de Lavey
  • Servion Zoo
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Day 12 of your road trip through Switzerland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Lausanne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,098 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible spa, Les Bains de Lavey. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,615 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Lausanne, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Inglewood Saint-Laurent, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating 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.

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Day 13 – Lausanne and Geneva

Day 13

Day 13 – Lausanne and Geneva

  • Lausanne
  • Geneva
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Drive 78 km, 1 hour 38 min

  • Lausanne Cathedral
  • Montbenon
  • The Olympic Museum
  • AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 13 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lausanne. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lausanne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lausanne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Lausanne Cathedral. This much-appreciated cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,709 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Montbenon. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,638 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Olympic Museum to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular The Olympic Museum is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,425 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lausanne has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Geneva. Geneva 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 Chez ma Cousine. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,685 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Geneva, the fantastic Spinella. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 400 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

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Day 14 – Geneva - departure day

Day 14

Day 14 – Geneva - departure day

  • Geneva - Departure day
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  • L'Usine
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Day 14 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Geneva 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.

L'Usine is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Geneva. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 886 visitors.

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

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

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