3-Day Switzerland Road Trip in Bern

Photo of  view of the old city center ,Bern, Switzerland.
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Description

Summary

Duration
3 days & 2 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
2 nights included
Car rental
3 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 3-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 2 nights in Bern, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Switzerland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Bern, Zurich, and Basel. We'll help you experience the best 3 days in Switzerland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Bern, 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 UNESCO - Bern Old Town and Rose Garden Bern.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've 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. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Bern, Zurich, and Basel, 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 2 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 2 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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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Included

Hotel, 2 nights
Rental car, 3 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

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
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

Map

Attractions

Photo of the landscape of the Zurich zoo, Switzerland.Zürich Zoo
Photo of Pink flamingos in the water in the zoo of Basel, Switzerland.Basel Zoo
Photo of bridge at Limmatquai in the city center of Zurich, Switzerland. People on the background. Seen from Lindenhof hill.Lindenhof
photo of a beautiful sky with green trees and beautiful roses in Rose Garden Bern in Switzerland.Rose Garden Bern
UNESCO- Von Bern, Grünes Quartier, Stadtteil I, Bern, Bern-Mittelland administrative district, Bernese Mittelland administrative region, SwitzerlandUNESCO - Bern Old Town

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 3

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Bern - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Bern - arrival day

  • Bern - Arrival day
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  • UNESCO - Bern Old Town
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Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Bern has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,343 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 Bern, Süder. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Restaurant Rosengarten. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

Locals recommend Kornhauskeller as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Bern also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bern is Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bern is Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Locals also enjoy Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 3-day vacation in Switzerland!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Zurich, Basel, and Bern

Day 2

Day 2 – Zurich, Basel, and Bern

  • Basel
  • Zürich
  • Bern
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Drive 318 km, 4 hours 18 min

  • Zürich Zoo
  • Lindenhof
  • Basel Zoo
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Bern, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

You can also make your new day in Switzerland more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Switzerland’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Bern.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Luce. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

Entrecôte Fédérale is one of the top restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Lötschberg. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Bern, The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Bern, we recommend the cocktails at Lorenzini. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bern is Volver BarTapasCafé. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Bern!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Bern - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 – Bern - departure day

  • Bern - Departure day
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  • Rose Garden Bern
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Day 3 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bern 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.

Rose Garden Bern is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bern. This architectural structure and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,016 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bern at Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bern. The Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

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

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