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

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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 Zurich, Lucerne, Beatenberg, Interlaken, Montreux, Corsier-sur-Vevey, Vevey, Geneva, Lausanne, Bern, 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 Zurich, 1 night in Lucerne, 2 nights in Interlaken, 2 nights in Montreux, 2 nights in Geneva, 2 nights in Lausanne, 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 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 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 Zurich, Lucerne, Beatenberg, Interlaken, Montreux, Corsier-sur-Vevey, Vevey, Geneva, Lausanne, Bern, 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.

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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.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Zurich. 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 Zurich, 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

Zurich
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Drive 37 km, 1 hour 56 min

Swiss National Museum
Lindenhof
Kunsthaus Zürich
Üetliberg
Old Town (Altstadt)
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Zurich, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Zurich and Sellenbüren.

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

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.

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 3

Zurich
Lucerne
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Drive 57 km, 1 hour 35 min

Swiss Museum of Transport
Hofkirche St. Leodegar
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 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.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road 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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Your itinerary for day 4 of your road trip in Switzerland includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Beatenberg, Harderkulm, and Interlaken. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Interlaken, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip 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 for the day, you’ll return to Interlaken and your accommodation.

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Switzerland!

Day 6

Interlaken
Montreux
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Drive 171 km, 2 hours 38 min

Rochers de Naye
Chillon Castle
Promenade sur les quais de Montreux
Freddie Mercury statue
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On day 6 of your road trip in Switzerland, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Montreux are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Montreux, 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 Montreux. Montreux 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 Montreux's best restaurants.

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

Day 7

Montreux
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Drive 19 km, 49 min

Chaplin's World
Jardin Doret
Jardin du Rivage
Statue Charlie Chaplin
The Fork - Alimentarium
Vevey History Museum
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Wake up to day 7 of your road trip in Switzerland. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Corsier-sur-Vevey and Vevey. With 1 night to stay in Montreux, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the town’s surroundings!

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

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

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

Day 8

Montreux
Geneva
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Drive 98 km, 1 hour 43 min

Palace of Nations
United Nations Office at Geneva
Broken Chair
The Geneva Water Fountain
Jardin Anglais
The Flower Clock
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Dive into day 8 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.

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.

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.

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

Day 9

Geneva
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Drive 6 km, 1 hour 2 min

Bains des Pâquis
Musée d’Art et d’Histoire de Genève
Place du Bourg-de-Four
St Pierre Cathedral
Patek Philippe Museum
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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.

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

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

Day 10

Geneva
Lausanne
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Drive 71 km, 1 hour 48 min

The Olympic Museum
Collection de l'art brut
Casino de Montbenon
Montbenon
Lausanne Cathedral
Place de la Palud
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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 Lausanne. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lausanne, where will 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.

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.

Day 11

Lausanne
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Drive 10 km, 53 min

AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium
Sauvabelin Tower
Sauvabelin Park
Park Hermitage
Hermitage Foundation
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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.

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 12

Lausanne
Bern
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Drive 115 km, 2 hours 1 min

Rosengarten Bern
Nydeggbrücke
bear pit
Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum
Zytglogge
UNESCO - Bern Old Town
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Switzerland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Bern. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Bern, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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.

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.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 13

Bern
Zurich
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Drive 252 km, 3 hours 16 min

Castle of the counts of Gruyères
HR Giger Museum
La Maison du Gruyère
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Your itinerary for day 13 of your road trip in Switzerland includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Gruyères and Pringy. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Zurich, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Zurich, 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 Zurich. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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

Day 14

Zurich - Departure day
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Zentralbibliothek Zürich
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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.

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.

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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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