Luxury 9-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich to Bern, Lausanne, and Basel

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 9-day luxury vacation in Switzerland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Switzerland you will continue exploring the city of Zurich. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Zurich. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Zürich Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,031 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Kunsthaus Zürich, which is an art museum that gets around 382,603 visits every year. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Grossmünster church building, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Zürich Opera House is another stop you can visit today in Zurich. This opera house is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,119 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Zurich has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Zurich, make sure to check out Babu's. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,949 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Café Bar ODEON. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Zurich before is Oliver Twist. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

El Lokal is one of the best bars in Zurich and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

You may also want to check out Markthalle. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Markthalle is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Rimini Bar. Rimini Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Switzerland has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday in Switzerland, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Lucerne and the city of Innertkirchen. You’ll stay in Bern for 2 nights.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Lion Monument Lucerne. This attraction is a sculpture and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Swiss Museum of Transport. On an annual basis, this attraction receives around 562,605 visitors. This technology museum and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 11,371 reviews.

The wonderful Chapel Bridge is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Lucerne. This well-known attraction, and spectacular must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Lucerne is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Switzerland. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Innertkirchen.

Make your way to the incredible Titlis Cliff Walk in Innertkirchen for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,452 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Bern.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Switzerland, we recommend you try Brasserie Obstberg, one of the best restaurants in Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Süder as one of the top restaurants in the city. Süder is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

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

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Turnhalle. This bar is considered one of the best in Bern and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Alternatively, go to Lötschberg. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Bern and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,268 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Switzerland awaits!

On day 4 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Bern to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Bern. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Rose Garden Bern. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors.

When you’re finished at Rose Garden Bern, make a stop at the wonderful bear pit. This incredible attraction is an architectural structure, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,764 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Bern, the extraordinary UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This best-rated sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Bern Minster. Up to 4,755 visitors have rated this church building an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Bern. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Bern.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Prizeotel Bern-City, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 11,194 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Bern is the fantastic Hotel Ambassador. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Hotel Ambassador is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,990 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,417 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Bern.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Kornhauskeller. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at Luce. Considered one of the best restaurants in Bern, it has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Bern, Casino Bern is one to check out. Casino Bern is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,429 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Bern.

Many locals go to Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Einstein – café & bel étage – is another great option in Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Bern, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Switzerland!

Get ready for day 5 of your luxury vacation in Switzerland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Gruyères and Pringy. You’ll stay in Lausanne for 2 nights. 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 Gruyères, the incredible Gruyères Castle. This popular attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,511 visitors.

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 Gruyères.

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

Make your way to the incredible Chillon Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing in Pringy. This popular attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,098 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Lausanne. Luxury hotels in Lausanne 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 Lausanne.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Lausanne, Beau-Rivage Palace. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,230 reviews.

Locals also recommend Holy Cow! as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Lausanne. The Holy Cow! is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Inglewood Saint-Laurent. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 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 Lausanne's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like The Great Escape. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,559 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated King Size Pub. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. King Size Pub has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

Alternatively, go to Bleu Lézard. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,546 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.

On day 6 of your exciting luxury holiday across Switzerland you will continue exploring the city of Geneva. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Geneva. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,616 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Bains des Pâquis. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular The Geneva Water Fountain park, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Jardin Anglais is another stop you can visit today in Geneva. This urban park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Geneva, then consider a visit to the incredible L'horloge fleurie. L'horloge fleurie is a floral clock and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 11,421 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Geneva has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Geneva, make sure to check out Le Milan. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,343 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Tartares & Co Lausanne. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Geneva before is Le Ticino - Restaurant Lausanne. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,086 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Bruxelles Café is one of the best bars in Geneva and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,334 customers.

You may also want to check out Pub Les Gosses du Québec. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Pub Les Gosses du Québec is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Alternatively, head out to McCarthy's Irish Pub. McCarthy's Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Switzerland has plenty more in store for you.

On day 7 of your luxury holiday in Switzerland, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Lausanne and the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey. You’ll stay in Basel for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Lausanne Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,709 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible The Olympic Museum. This museum and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,425 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Lausanne is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Switzerland. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey.

Make your way to the incredible Chaplin's World in Corsier-sur-Vevey for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,239 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Basel.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Switzerland, we recommend you try Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits, one of the best restaurants in Basel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Hotel Les Trois Rois as one of the top restaurants in the city. Hotel Les Trois Rois is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Basel is Restaurant Fiorentina Basel. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated tibits. This bar is considered one of the best in Basel and 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.

Alternatively, go to HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Basel and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,144 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Switzerland awaits!

Get ready for day 8 of your luxury vacation in Switzerland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Basel 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 Basel, the incredible middle bridge. This popular attraction is a road bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Basel Minster, an outstanding cathedral in Basel. Around 7,367 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Basel is the astonishing Basel Zoo. Attracting more than 2,012,511 visitors annually, it's clear that the incredible Basel Zoo is one of the top sights of the area. This attraction is a zoo and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 15,001 reviews.

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 Basel.

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, Cantinetta Antinori. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,379 reviews.

Locals also recommend Kafi Dihei as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Zurich. The Kafi Dihei is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Viadukt. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 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 Café Bar ODEON. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,374 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Oliver Twist. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Oliver Twist has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

Alternatively, go to Metropol. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,341 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.

Today is the last day of your 9-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.

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!