6-Day Switzerland road trip from Geneva to Lucerne and Basel

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva for 2 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 The Geneva Water Fountain. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 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 6-day vacation in Switzerland!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Geneva, start your day with a visit to the amazing L'horloge fleurie. This much-appreciated floral clock and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,421 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Jardin Anglais. This urban park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 17,964 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Broken Chair to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Broken Chair is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,375 visitors.

The lovely Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,616 visitors have left this botanical garden average ratings of 4.7 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 Bains des Pâquis. This attraction is a public bath rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,124 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Geneva has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lucerne. Lucerne 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 Grottino 1313. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 624 reviews.

The remarkable Mill'Feuille is another top restaurant in Lucerne we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous tibits Luzern is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,445 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lucerne, the fantastic Bierliebe & Friends. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Suite small plates & cocktails. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Shamrock Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 833 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

On day 3 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Lucerne. You’ll stay in Lucerne 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 AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Lucerne. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,338 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Lucerne is the 5-star Schweizerhof Luzern. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,283 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Lucerne is the 3-star Tourist. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,366 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 Lucerne, like the outstanding Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,021 visitors.

Chapel Bridge is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Lucerne. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Lucerne is the extraordinary Church of St. Leodegar. This church building is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,624 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. Around 19,987 visitors have given this sculpture an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Swiss Museum of Transport. Swiss Museum of Transport is a popular technology museum, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,371 travelers. Around 562,605 people visit this technology museum each year.

Come to Lucerne 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 Lucerne.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Bolero, after your day of exploring the city of Lucerne. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,089 customers.

Pastarazzi is another of the best restaurants in the city of Lucerne. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 797 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lucerne is La Cucina. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Locals recommend Zur Werkstatt, one of the best bars in the city of Lucerne, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Lucerne, Bar bei Miguel. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 207 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip through Switzerland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Zurich and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Basel. You will stay in Basel for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Zurich is the amazing Grossmünster. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Lindenhof. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Zurich is the outstanding Swiss National Museum. This popular organization and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,999 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Zurich by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 Basel, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Basel. 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 Basel’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Basel, start your day with a visit to the amazing middle bridge. This much-appreciated road bridge and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Basel Minster. This cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,367 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Tinguely Fountain to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Tinguely Fountain is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,054 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Basel 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 Restaurant Les Armures. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,758 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

Day 6 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.

Parc de La Grange is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Geneva. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,058 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Geneva at Tartares & Co before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Bologne for your last chance at a meal in the city of Geneva. The Bologne restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 244 customers.

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