7-Day Switzerland road trip from Geneva to Bern and Basel

Photo of panoramic view of Geneva skyline with famous Jet d'Eau fountain.
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7 days & 6 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-day road trip through Switzerland.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Switzerland. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Geneva, 2 nights in Bern, and 1 night in Basel, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Switzerland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Geneva, Bern, and Basel. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Switzerland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Geneva, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, including the stunning The Geneva Water Fountain and Jardin Anglais.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Switzerland. From the magnificent Chapel Bridge to the breathtaking Lion Monument Lucerne and Zürich Zoo, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Rhine Falls and learn more about the unique Chillon Castle to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Geneva, Bern, and Basel, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Switzerland. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Switzerland.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Switzerland. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Switzerland.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Switzerland.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Switzerland has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Switzerland. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Switzerland extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Switzerland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Switzerland today!

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Included

Hotel, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 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 / 3 nights
View of the Old Town of Basel with red stone Munster cathedral and the Rhine river, Switzerland.Basel / 1 night
Photo of aerial View of the Medieval Town of Gruyeres, Famous Castle of Gruyeres, Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland.Gruyères
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
Photo of Castle Chillon one of the most visited castle in Montreux, Switzerland attracts more than 300,000 visitors every year.Montreux
Lucerne - town in SwitzerlandLucerne
Bern, Switzerland. View of the old city center and Nydeggbrucke bridge over river Aare.Bern / 2 nights

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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 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 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
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
Photo of Bains des Paquis Public Baths at Lake Geneva, Switzerland.Bains des Pâquis
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
photo of Zurich Kunsthaus, Switzerland. The Kunsthaus Zurich houses one of the most important art museums in Switzerland and Europe.Kunsthaus Zürich

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Day 1 – Geneva - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Geneva - arrival day

  • Geneva - Arrival day
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  • Bains des Pâquis
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Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Geneva has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Bains des Pâquis. This attraction is a public bath and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva, Auberge de Savièse. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,055 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva is Oh Martine! This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Locals recommend Café du Soleil as one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Geneva also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Geneva is Beau-Rivage Genève. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Geneva is Demi Lune Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Kraken. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Switzerland!

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Day 2 – Geneva

Day 2

Day 2 – 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 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Geneva has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Geneva by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Geneva. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Geneva, like the extraordinary St Pierre Cathedral. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,301 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Geneva is the spectacular L'horloge fleurie. This attraction is a floral clock and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,421 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Jardin Anglais. This urban park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors.

Broken Chair is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Geneva. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,375 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva is a botanical garden and popular attraction in Geneva. More than 7,616 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Geneva does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Geneva on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, be sure to eat at Café de Paris - Chez Boubier, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Geneva is the popular Restaurant Les Armures. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Geneva is Cottage Café. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Mr Pickwick Pub is one of the best bars in the city of Geneva for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

Café du Centre is another of the most popular bars in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,188 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Geneva is Les Brasseurs. Les Brasseurs has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,451 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Geneva!

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Day 3 – Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, Gruyères, Pringy, and Bern

Day 3

Day 3 – Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, Gruyères, Pringy, and Bern

  • Montreux
  • Bern
  • Gruyères
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Drive 208 km, 2 hours 53 min

  • Chaplin's World
  • Freddie Mercury statue
  • Castle of the counts of Gruyères
  • La Maison du Gruyère
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Day 3 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey and the city of Montreux. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the village of Corsier-sur-Vevey is the amazing Chaplin's World. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,239 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Corsier-sur-Vevey is another excellent way to spend your new day in Switzerland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Switzerland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Switzerland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Freddie Mercury statue in the city of Montreux 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 7,710 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bern.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Brasserie Obstberg, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Locals also recommend Süder as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. Süder is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Turnhalle, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bern. This bar 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, Lötschberg is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Bern

Day 4

Day 4 – Bern

  • Bern
  • Lucerne
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 15 min

  • Bear pit
  • Lion Monument
  • Chapel Bridge
  • Swiss Museum of Transport
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On day 4 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Hotel Ambassador, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bern. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,990 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Bern is the 5-star Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,417 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bern is the 3-star Prizeotel Bern-City. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 11,194 guests.

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

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Bern, like the outstanding bear pit. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,764 visitors.

Come to Bern prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Bern.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Kornhauskeller, after your day of exploring the city of Bern. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Luce is another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Casino Bern. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,429 customers.

Locals recommend Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern, one of the best bars in the city of Bern, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern, Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Einstein – café & bel étage – is also one of the best bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Zurich, Neuhausen, and Basel

Day 5

Day 5 – Zurich, Neuhausen, and Basel

  • Zürich
  • Basel
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Drive 282 km, 4 hours 6 min

  • Kunsthaus Zürich
  • Zürich Zoo
  • Rhine Falls
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Zurich and the city of Neuhausen. You’ll stay in Basel for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Zurich today is Kunsthaus Zürich. This excellent attraction is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors. Each year, Kunsthaus Zürich attracts over 382,603 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Zürich Zoo, an outstanding zoo, in the city of Zurich. Around 26,031 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Switzerland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Switzerland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Rhine Falls for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Neuhausen. This popular attraction is a waterfall and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 69,929 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Basel.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel, Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Locals recommend Hotel Les Trois Rois as one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. Hotel Les Trois Rois is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of 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, visit one of the top bars in the city of Basel, tibits. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You could also relax with a drink 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.

HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland with a toast!

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Day 6 – Veytaux and Geneva

Day 6

Day 6 – Veytaux and Geneva

  • Basel
  • Geneva
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Drive 300 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Basel Minster
  • Basel Zoo
  • Chillon Castle
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Basel and embark on a scenic drive to Geneva, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Basel before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Basel. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Basel Minster. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,367 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Basel Zoo. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,001 visitors. Basel Zoo welcomes around 2,012,511 yearly visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Chillon Castle. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,098 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Tartares & Co. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 707 customers.

Locals also recommend Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives, another of the best restaurants in Geneva. Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bologne. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 244 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Hôtel Métropole Genève to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Geneva, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Britannia Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Britannia Pub has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Hôtel Bristol Genève is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Switzerland, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 7 – Geneva - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Geneva - departure day

  • Geneva - Departure day
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  • The Geneva Water Fountain
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Day 7 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Geneva before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

The Geneva Water Fountain is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Geneva. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Geneva at Restaurant Vieux Bois before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Chez ma Cousine for your last chance at a meal in the city of Geneva. The Chez ma Cousine restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,685 customers.

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

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