Luxury 5-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich to Lausanne and Lucerne

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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Escape for the holiday of a lifetime with this 5-day luxury road trip in Switzerland!

Switzerland offers the ultimate luxury holiday experience for anyone up for an unforgettable adventure, including couples, families, solo travelers, and friends.

Your exclusive luxury holiday package will bring you to the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in the best destinations in Switzerland. With this perfectly planned vacation itinerary, you will stay 2 nights in Zurich, 1 night in Lausanne, and 1 night in Lucerne, experiencing the ultimate luxury vacation in Switzerland.

We will help you have the best 5-day luxury holiday in Switzerland imaginable, so you can leave feeling fulfilled and inspired.

Upon arriving in Switzerland, you will collect the luxury rental vehicle of your choice. We will provide you with the best car rental for the entirety of your 5-day luxury self-drive holiday, including CDW insurance. From there, you will drive off to discover some of the best travel destinations in Switzerland, including the stunning Lindenhof and Zürich Zoo.

Your 5 days in this one-of-a-kind destination in Europe will be filled with bucket-list experiences and bespoke activities. Expect sweeping views over the best attractions, heavenly meals at top-rated restaurants, and world-class service at 5-star luxury hotels.

Finding the perfect luxury lodging is going to make your vacation in Switzerland feel truly special. The home for your 5-day luxury holiday will be only the most exclusive 5-star hotels in Switzerland. You will choose from the best selection of luxury hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located along your carefully planned self-drive route.

Throughout your exclusive vacation in Switzerland, you will get to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the country. Highlights of your itinerary include visiting the famous Chapel Bridge, experiencing the fantastic Lion Monument Lucerne up close, and discovering the unique features of the highly-recommended The Geneva Water Fountain. These are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you will find on your luxury travel itinerary in Switzerland.

Between attractions and activities, you will have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in Switzerland. Here you can find unique souvenirs to preserve the memory of your luxury holiday in Switzerland.

As your luxury vacation in Switzerland comes to an end, you will return home with new experiences and unforgettable memories. Not to forget, a full camera album on your phone with amazing photos and videos from the most beautiful places in Switzerland to share with your friends and family.

This exclusive travel plan is designed to include everything you need to have the best vacation in Switzerland. By booking this luxury holiday package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 5-day road trip in Switzerland. Let the experts figure out the details, so you can focus on enjoying.

To deliver the best experience possible, we make it easy for you to customize each day of your luxury holiday in Switzerland before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you will be able to explore Zurich, Lausanne, and Lucerne at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey. Enjoy a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, including all travel documents for your exclusive getaway to Switzerland.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in Switzerland fill up quickly, so book your luxury vacation package in advance. Select a date and start planning your luxury holiday in Switzerland today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 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
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

Map

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 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 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 Bains des Paquis Public Baths at Lake Geneva, Switzerland.Bains des Pâquis
Photo of Grossmünster Romanesque-style Protestant church in Zürich, Switzerland.Grossmünster
Broken ChairBroken Chair
Photo of Zurich opera house and Sechselautenplatz town square view, largest city in Switzerland.Zürich Opera House
China Garden, Seefeld, Riesbach, Zurich, District Zurich, SwitzerlandChinagarten Zürich
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
Botanical Garden, Weinegg, Riesbach, Zurich, District Zurich, SwitzerlandBotanical Garden

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Car

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Small car

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small car
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Medium car

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Premium car

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premium car
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Hotels

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Day 1 – Zurich - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Zurich - arrival day

  • Zürich - Arrival day
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  • Lindenhof
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Your luxury holiday in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the city of Zurich. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Switzerland is Zurich - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Zurich.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Lindenhof. This square is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Zurich, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Zurich. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Zurich.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Weisses Rössli. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 525 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Zurich.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Zeughauskeller. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Swiss Chuchi Restaurant is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Zurich, and has an impressive average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

As your day in Zurich is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Switzerland.

Make your way to The Dolder Grand. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,031 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Tibits, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars among 2,746 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Kennedy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Switzerland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Lausanne

Day 2

Day 2 – Lausanne

  • Zürich
  • Lausanne
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Drive 242 km, 3 hours 13 min

  • Grossmünster
  • Zürich Opera House
  • Chinagarten Zürich
  • Zürich Zoo
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On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Switzerland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Zurich and the city of Lausanne. You’ll stay in Lausanne for 1 night.

Your day starts in Zurich. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Grossmünster your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this church building and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Zürich Opera House. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,119 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this opera house and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Chinagarten Zürich. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,297 visitors.

When you’re finished at the zoo, the perfect next stop is the popular Zürich Zoo. This spectacular zoo and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 26,031 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Zurich by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Switzerland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Switzerland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Zurich today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lausanne, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Beau-Rivage Palace, one of the best restaurants in Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,230 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Holy Cow! as one of their top choices in the city. Holy Cow! is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lausanne is Inglewood Saint-Laurent. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Great Escape is one of the best bars you can visit in Lausanne tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,559 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like King Size Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,356 customers.

Alternatively, try Bleu Lézard. Bleu Lézard is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,546 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Switzerland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Experiences

Day 3 – Lucerne

Day 3

Day 3 – Lucerne

  • Geneva
  • Lucerne
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Drive 331 km, 3 hours 56 min

  • Bains des Pâquis
  • Jardin Anglais
  • The Geneva Water Fountain
  • L'horloge fleurie
  • Broken Chair
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On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Switzerland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Geneva and the city of Lucerne. You’ll stay in Lucerne for 1 night.

Your day starts in Geneva. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Bains des Pâquis your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this public bath and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Jardin Anglais. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this urban park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding The Geneva Water Fountain. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

When you’re finished at the floral clock, the perfect next stop is the popular L'horloge fleurie. This spectacular floral clock and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 11,421 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Broken Chair. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,375 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Geneva by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Switzerland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Switzerland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Geneva today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lucerne, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

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

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Mill'Feuille as one of their top choices in the city. Mill'Feuille is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lucerne is tibits Luzern. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,445 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Bierliebe & Friends is one of the best bars you can visit in Lucerne tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

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

Alternatively, try Shamrock Irish Pub. Shamrock Irish Pub is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Switzerland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 4 – Lucerne, Neuhausen, and Zurich

Day 4

Day 4 – Lucerne, Neuhausen, and Zurich

  • Lucerne
  • Zürich
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Drive 168 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne
  • Chapel Bridge
  • Lion Monument
  • Swiss Museum of Transport
  • Rhine Falls
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Get ready for day 4 of your luxury vacation in Switzerland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Lucerne and Neuhausen. You’ll stay in Zurich for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Lucerne, the incredible Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This popular attraction is a wooden bridge that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,021 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Chapel Bridge, an outstanding must-see tourist destination in Lucerne. Around 29,664 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Lucerne is the astonishing Lion Monument Lucerne. This attraction is a sculpture and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 19,987 reviews.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Swiss Museum of Transport. This technology museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,371 visitors. Each year, approximately 562,605 come to this beautiful attraction to enhance their travel experience in Lucerne.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Switzerland. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Lucerne.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Neuhausen.

Make your way to the incredible Rhine Falls for some unforgettable sightseeing in Neuhausen. This popular attraction is a waterfall and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 69,929 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Zurich. Luxury hotels in Zurich offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Zurich.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Zurich, Babu's. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,949 reviews.

Locals also recommend Café Bar ODEON as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Zurich. The Café Bar ODEON is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Oliver Twist. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Zurich's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like El Lokal. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,127 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Markthalle. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Markthalle has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Alternatively, go to Rimini Bar. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,417 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Switzerland with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

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Day 5 – Zurich - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Zurich - departure day

  • Zürich - Departure day
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  • Botanical Garden
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Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Switzerland and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Zurich before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Switzerland by heading out to the stunning Botanical Garden. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,132 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Zurich.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Zurich, check out the menu at Cantinetta Antinori. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Kafi Dihei. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Viadukt. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Zurich and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Switzerland in your luggage!

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