Cheap 11-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich traveling south to Lugano, Bern, and Geneva

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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 11-day road trip through Switzerland! Travel to Zurich, Lugano, Bern, and Geneva with this cheap holiday package!

Explore Switzerland for less with this 11-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Zürich Zoo, the captivating The Geneva Water Fountain, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Switzerland and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 3 nights in Zurich, 1 night in Lugano, 2 nights in Bern, and 4 nights in Geneva.

This customizable and cheap Switzerland travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Switzerland at the lowest price!

On arrival in Zurich, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Switzerland. Explore the magnificent Jardin Anglais to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Chapel Bridge and take in its distinct atmosphere. Switzerland offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Switzerland. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Switzerland.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Switzerland, like the stunning Lion Monument Lucerne. You'll visit the incredible Chillon Castle to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Basel Zoo up close.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 11-day road trip, you'll leave Switzerland happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 11-day vacation in Switzerland. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 10 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Switzerland with CDW insurance.

You can customize your Switzerland travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Switzerland and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Switzerland’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in Switzerland offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Switzerland with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Switzerland fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Hotel, 10 nights
Rental car, 11 days
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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 / 3 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
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
Lausanne - city in SwitzerlandLausanne
Lucerne - town in SwitzerlandLucerne
Lugano - city in SwitzerlandLugano / 1 night
Interlaken
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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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
Photo of Old wrought iron gate overlooking Lake Lugano in Ciani Park, Lugano, Switzerland.Parco Ciani
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
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 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 Swiss miniature park in Melide, is an open-air museum with the most important Swiss buildings and means of transportation.Swissminiatur
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
Parc de La Grange, Eaux-Vives, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandParc de La Grange
Aare Gorge - West Entrance, Schattenhalb, Interlaken-Oberhasli administrative district, Oberland administrative region, Bern, SwitzerlandAare Gorge - West Entrance
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
photo of LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura, a cultural center in Swiss city Lugano.Lugano Arte e Cultura
Statue Of Yash Chopra, Interlaken, Interlaken-Oberhasli administrative district, Oberland administrative region, Bern, SwitzerlandStatue Of Yash Chopra
photo of Arboretum Zürich in Switzerland.Arboretum Zürich
photo of Museggmauer it's an old city wall and towers in Luzern, Switzerland.Museggmauer
Cancello sul lago di Lugano, Lugano, Circolo di Lugano ovest, Distretto di Lugano, Ticino, SwitzerlandCancello sul lago di Lugano

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Day 1

Day 1 – Zurich - arrival day

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  • Lindenhof
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Your exciting road trip through Switzerland starts when you reach the incredible city of Zurich, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Zurich and begin your adventure in Switzerland.

Zurich is a popular cheap holiday destination in Switzerland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Zurich and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Lindenhof will make your cheap holiday in Switzerland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,365 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Zurich. An excellent example is the popular Weisses Rössli. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Switzerland is Zeughauskeller. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Swiss Chuchi Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,383 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Tibits is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,746 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Zurich we recommend is Kennedy's Irish Pub, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

El Lokal is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,127 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Switzerland!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Zurich

  • Zürich
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Drive 10 km, 46 min

  • Zürich Zoo
  • Kunsthaus Zürich
  • Grossmünster
  • Zürich Opera House
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Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Zurich, proving that cheap holidays in Switzerland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Zürich Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,267 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Kunsthaus Zürich. This popular place of interest is a stunning art museum that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,594 visitors. With around 382,603 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Kunsthaus Zürich is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Zurich more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Grossmünster. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,297 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Grossmünster is often mentioned in Switzerland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Zürich Opera House is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This opera house and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,213 reviews.

Your discovery of Zurich does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Zurich on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Switzerland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Switzerland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Babu's, one of the best restaurants in Zurich. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,949 reviews.

You can also check out Kronenhalle. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,764 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Markthalle. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,771 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Zurich.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Zurich for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Rimini Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,417 customers.

Café Bar ODEON is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Oliver Twist. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Zurich.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Zurich!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Lucerne and Lugano

  • Lucerne
  • Lugano
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Drive 225 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Swiss Museum of Transport
  • Lion Monument
  • Museggmauer
  • Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne
  • Chapel Bridge
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On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Switzerland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Lucerne and end your day in the city of Lugano, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Lucerne is the amazing Swiss Museum of Transport. This travel destination is a technology museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,571 visitors. Up to 562,605 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Swiss Museum of Transport with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,294 travelers, a visit to this well-known sculpture and sightseeing spot in Lucerne is likely to make your vacation in Switzerland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Lucerne is the outstanding Museggmauer. This fortification has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,197 visitors. In a single year, approximately 562,605 travelers include the unforgettable Museggmauer in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Switzerland, drop by the popular Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This attraction, an amazing wooden bridge, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,066 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Chapel Bridge. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,995 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Switzerland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Switzerland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Switzerland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Switzerland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lugano. Lugano is another cheap travel destination in Switzerland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Switzerland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lugano that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lugano is Bistrot & Pizza Argentino. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,569 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lugano, Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,096 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Ristorante Trattoria Galleria. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lugano enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,111 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lugano’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Switzerland. For example, you can visit Il Fermento. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Trinity Irish Pub. This popular bar in Lugano has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 695 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bar Laura as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bar Laura is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 653 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Switzerland!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Lugano, Melide, and Bern

  • Lugano
  • Bern
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Drive 291 km, 3 hours 44 min

  • Parco Ciani
  • Cancello sul lago di Lugano
  • Lugano Arte e Cultura
  • Swissminiatur
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On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Switzerland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Lugano and end your day in the city of Bern, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Lugano is the amazing Parco Ciani. This travel destination is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,286 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Gate on Lake Lugano. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 269 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Lugano is likely to make your vacation in Switzerland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Lugano is the outstanding Lugano Arte e Cultura. This museum building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,055 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Switzerland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Switzerland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Switzerland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Switzerland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bern. Bern is another cheap travel destination in Switzerland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Switzerland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Bern that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bern is Brasserie Obstberg. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 628 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bern, Restaurant Rosengarten is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,281 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Turnhalle. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bern enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,298 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bern’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Switzerland. For example, you can visit tibits. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Lötschberg. This popular bar in Bern has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,268 bar-goers.

You can also go to Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,069 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Switzerland!

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Day 5

Day 5 – Ballenberg, Harderkulm, Beatenberg, Interlaken, and Bern

  • Interlaken
  • Bern
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Drive 200 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Aare Gorge - West Entrance
  • Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
  • Statue Of Yash Chopra
  • Harderkulm
  • St Beatus Caves
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Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Ballenberg, proving that cheap holidays in Switzerland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Harderkulm. This attraction is a mountain that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,635 travelers.

Your discovery of Ballenberg does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Ballenberg on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Switzerland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Switzerland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Kornhauskeller, one of the best restaurants in Bern. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,436 reviews.

You can also check out Luce. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Casino Bern. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,429 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Bern.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Bern for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Adrianos Bar & Café and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 865 customers.

Einstein – café & bel étage – is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Klösterli Weincafe. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 759 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Bern.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Bern!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Gruyères, Pringy, and Geneva

  • Bern
  • Geneva
  • Gruyères
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Drive 197 km, 3 hours 3 min

  • Bear pit
  • Rose Garden Bern
  • Castle of the counts of Gruyères
  • La Maison du Gruyère
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Day 6 of your road trip across Switzerland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Bern and the enchanting Gruyères, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Bern and end the day in Gruyères, where you'll stay for 4 nights.

Buckle up because day 6 of your affordable vacation in Switzerland will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Bern is the magnificent bear pit. Around 13,960 visitors have rated this excellent architectural structure and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Rose Garden Bern on this leg of your self-drive tour in Switzerland. This attraction is a well-known architectural structure that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 4,381 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Bern, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Gruyères.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Gruyères Castle. This popular site is a valued museum in Gruyères and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,612 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Switzerland. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Switzerland. Make your cheap holiday experience in Switzerland more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Geneva offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Switzerland. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Geneva offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Switzerland.

Auberge de Savièse is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,055 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Geneva is Oh Martine!, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Café de Paris - Chez Boubier offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Geneva. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,127 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Geneva’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Beau-Rivage Genève is an excellent example of a great bar in Geneva offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Demi Lune Café, another of locals’ go-to bars in Geneva. Demi Lune Café is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 968 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Le Kraken is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Geneva. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 898 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Switzerland with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Switzerland!

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Day 7

Day 7 – Geneva and Lausanne

  • Geneva
  • Lausanne
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Drive 138 km, 2 hours 56 min

  • Lausanne Cathedral
  • The Olympic Museum
  • Bains des Pâquis
  • The Geneva Water Fountain
  • Parc de La Grange
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On day 7 of your road trip adventures in Switzerland, you’ll go deep into Geneva, where you'll stay for 3 nights, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Geneva, and meet locals along the way!

Geneva offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming de la Cigogne to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Geneva. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 1,348 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star Nash Airport. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Geneva. Nash Airport has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 13,490 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Geneva should also consider Nash Pratik Hotel. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Nash Pratik Hotel has been rated by 4,833 guests with an average of 4 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Geneva offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Geneva the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding public bath, Bains des Pâquis. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,194 visitors.

The famous The Geneva Water Fountain is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible park and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,281 visitors.

Geneva is also the home of the extraordinary Parc de La Grange. Around 5,098 travelers have rated the spectacular Parc de La Grange an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

This fascinating attraction is a must-visit.

Come to Geneva prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Switzerland. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Geneva.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Geneva, Restaurant Les Armures. Locals enjoy eating at Restaurant Les Armures for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,758 diners.

Cottage Café serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,337 food lovers.

If you want more options, Tartares & Co is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Tartares & Co has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 707 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Geneva? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Geneva after dinner. Locals recommend Mr Pickwick Pub, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

Café du Centre is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Switzerland. Café du Centre has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 2,188 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Geneva.

You might also want to cap the night off at Les Brasseurs, a fascinating bar that 1,451 customers have rated 4.2 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Switzerland!

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Day 8

Day 8 – Geneva

  • Geneva
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Drive 10 km, 51 min

  • St Pierre Cathedral
  • L'horloge fleurie
  • Jardin Anglais
  • Broken Chair
  • Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva
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Day 8’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Geneva, proving that cheap holidays in Switzerland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary St Pierre Cathedral. This attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,386 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular L'horloge fleurie. This popular place of interest is a stunning floral clock that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,614 visitors.

To make your trip to Geneva more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Jardin Anglais. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 18,129 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Jardin Anglais is often mentioned in Switzerland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Broken Chair is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This top-tier point of interest and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,465 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. More than 7,702 visitors have rated this botanical garden and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Geneva does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Geneva on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Switzerland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Switzerland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives, one of the best restaurants in Geneva. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 532 reviews.

You can also check out Bologne. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 244 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Café du Soleil. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,890 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Geneva.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Geneva for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Hôtel Métropole Genève and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 843 customers.

Britannia Pub is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Hôtel Bristol Genève. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 634 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Geneva.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Geneva!

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Day 9

Day 9 – Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, Veytaux, Lavey-Morcles, and Geneva

  • Montreux
  • Geneva
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Drive 255 km, 3 hours 20 min

  • Chaplin's World
  • Freddie Mercury statue
  • Chillon Castle
  • Les Bains de Lavey
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Day 9’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Corsier-sur-Vevey, proving that cheap holidays in Switzerland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Chaplin's World. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,338 travelers.

Your discovery of Corsier-sur-Vevey does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Corsier-sur-Vevey on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Switzerland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Switzerland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Chez ma Cousine, one of the best restaurants in Geneva. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,685 reviews.

Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Geneva for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Spinella and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 400 customers.

Café PAPON is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Le Bateau-Lavoir. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 395 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Geneva.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Geneva!

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Day 10

Day 10 – Zurich

  • Basel
  • Zürich
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Drive 341 km, 4 hours 25 min

  • Basel Zoo
  • Basel Minster
  • Middle bridge
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On day 10 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Switzerland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Basel and end your day in the city of Zurich, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Basel is the amazing Basel Zoo. This travel destination is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,178 visitors. Up to 2,012,511 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Basel Zoo with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Basel Minster. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,442 travelers, a visit to this well-known cathedral and sightseeing spot in Basel is likely to make your vacation in Switzerland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Basel is the outstanding middle bridge. This road bridge has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,025 visitors. In a single year, approximately 2,012,511 travelers include the unforgettable middle bridge in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Switzerland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Switzerland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Switzerland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Switzerland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zurich. Zurich is another cheap travel destination in Switzerland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Switzerland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Zurich that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Zurich is Cantinetta Antinori. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,379 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Zurich, Metropol is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,341 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Viadukt. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Zurich enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,179 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Zurich’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Switzerland. For example, you can visit La Stanza. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar. This popular bar in Zurich has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 870 bar-goers.

You can also go to Rio Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Rio Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 992 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Switzerland!

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Day 11

Day 11 – Zurich - departure day

  • Zürich - Departure day
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  • Arboretum Zürich
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Switzerland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 11 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Zurich.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Switzerland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Zurich is the remarkable Arboretum Zürich. This arboretum and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,796 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Zurich, consider a top-rated restaurant like La Pasta. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,041 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Zurich and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Switzerland!

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