Cheap 14-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich to St. Gallen, Schaffhausen, Geneva, Lucerne, and Lugano and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through Switzerland starts when you reach the incredible city of Zurich, where you'll stay for 6 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!

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 Zürich Opera House. This popular place of interest is a stunning opera house that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,213 visitors.

To make your trip to Zurich more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Botanical Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,198 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Botanical Garden is often mentioned in Switzerland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Chinagarten Zürich is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This park and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,420 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Zürichhorn. More than 2,512 visitors have rated this river delta and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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!

Day 3 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Switzerland, Zurich. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Zurich!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Fraumünster. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 3,411 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable church building is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Grossmünster. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,297 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Kunsthaus Zürich. Hosting around 382,603 visitors each year, it’s clear that this art museum is one of the most visited sites in the area. This popular art museum in Zurich has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,594 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Swiss National Museum. This organization and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,085 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Zurich?

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Zurich. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Zurich offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Switzerland worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Zurich has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Zurich is Cantinetta Antinori. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,379 customers.

Metropol is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,341 reviews. Metropol is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Zurich is Viadukt. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,179 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Zurich as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Zurich, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit La Stanza, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,083 customers.

Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Zurich. Customers have rated Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 870 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Rio Bar. This bar is popular in Zurich for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 992 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Zurich can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Switzerland!

Day 4’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Winterthur, proving that cheap holidays in Switzerland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Swiss Science Center Technorama. This attraction is a technology museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,644 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Wildpark Bruderhaus. This popular place of interest is a stunning wildlife park that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,573 visitors.

Your discovery of Winterthur does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Winterthur 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 La Pasta, one of the best restaurants in Zurich. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,041 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 Zurich for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at The International Beer Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 773 customers.

Aurora 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Ebrietas Bar. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 560 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!

Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Unteriberg, proving that cheap holidays in Switzerland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Hoch-Ybrig. This attraction is a ski resort that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,165 travelers.

Your discovery of Unteriberg does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Unteriberg 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.

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 Zurich for an after-dinner drink.

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

On day 6 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 Kreuzlingen and end your day in the city of St. Gallen, where you'll stay for 3 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Kreuzlingen is the amazing Seeburgpark. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,245 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of St. Gallen. St. Gallen 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 St. Gallen that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in St. Gallen is GRECO. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,083 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in St. Gallen, tibits St. Gallen 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 1,004 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is focacceria St. Gallen. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in St. Gallen enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 851 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of St. Gallen’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Switzerland. For example, you can visit HANS IM GLÜCK - ST. GALLEN Kugelgasse. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 747 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Süd Bar. This popular bar in St. Gallen has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 721 bar-goers.

You can also go to Blumenmarkt as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Blumenmarkt is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 557 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

On day 7 of your road trip adventures in Switzerland, you’ll go deep into St. Gallen, where you'll stay for 2 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 St. Gallen, and meet locals along the way!

St. Gallen 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 Hotel Walhalla to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in St. Gallen. This 4-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 5,884 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star Sorell Hotel City Weissenstein. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in St. Gallen. Sorell Hotel City Weissenstein has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 816 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in St. Gallen should also consider B&B Hotel St Gallen. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. B&B Hotel St Gallen has been rated by 4,091 guests with an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in St. Gallen 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 St. Gallen the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding benedictine abbey, Abbey of Saint Gall. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,646 visitors.

The famous St. Gallen Cathedral is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible cathedral and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,083 visitors.

St. Gallen is also the home of the extraordinary Abbey library of St. Gallen. Around 758 travelers have rated the spectacular Abbey library of St. Gallen an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Drei Weieren. With an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from a total of 1,727 reviews, a visit to this wonderful urban park and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This fascinating attraction is a must-visit.

Come to St. Gallen 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 St. Gallen.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in St. Gallen, Al Capone. Locals enjoy eating at Al Capone for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 910 diners.

Fondue Beizli serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 627 food lovers.

If you want more options, netts is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why netts has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 507 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in St. Gallen? Consider visiting some of the best bars in St. Gallen after dinner. Locals recommend Restaurant Nektar, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 106 customers.

Stars and Stripes is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Switzerland. Stars and Stripes has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,239 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in St. Gallen.

You might also want to cap the night off at news Café Music Bar, a fascinating bar that 722 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!

Day 8’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in St. Gallen, proving that cheap holidays in Switzerland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Roter Platz. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 300 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Natural History Museum St. Gallen. This popular place of interest is a stunning museum that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 842 visitors.

To make your trip to St. Gallen more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Botanical Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 805 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Botanical Garden is often mentioned in Switzerland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Wildpark Peter und Paul is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This zoo and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,980 reviews.

Your discovery of St. Gallen does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about St. Gallen 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 Kafi Franz, one of the best restaurants in St. Gallen. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 400 reviews.

You can also check out la bocca City. 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 504 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is "Kostas der Grieche, St. Gallen" Griechisches Feinkost und Spezialitätenrestaurant. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 274 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in St. Gallen.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in St. Gallen for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at ØYA Bar Kafé Klub and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 460 customers.

Drahtseilbähnli 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 339 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Baracca Bar. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 336 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in St. Gallen.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical St. Gallen!

Day 9 of your self-drive vacation in Switzerland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of St. Gallen and end your day in the hamlet of Schwägalp Pass.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Schaffhausen for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Switzerland.

While you’re in St. Gallen, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing St. Gallen museum of art. The fantastic St. Gallen museum of art is a popular art museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 224 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Historical and Folklore Museum, a well-known museum in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 243 travelers.

The top-rated Stadtpark is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 270 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in St. Gallen, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the hamlet of Schwägalp Pass.

Make Säntis - Schwebebahn your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,539 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Switzerland. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Switzerland and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Schaffhausen. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Schaffhausen, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant La Piazza, one of the best restaurants in Schaffhausen. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 575 customers.

Hotel Kronenhof is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Hotel Kronenhof is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 505 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Fassbeiz, another well-loved restaurant in Schaffhausen. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 194 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Switzerland.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Schaffhausen, Tabaco Lounge. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 234 bar goers.

Bar No13 is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Schaffhausen, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 158 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Suren's, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 124 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Switzerland. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Switzerland!

Day 10 of your road trip across Switzerland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Neuhausen and the enchanting Basel, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Neuhausen and end the day in Basel, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 10 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 Neuhausen is the magnificent Rhine Falls. Around 70,505 visitors have rated this excellent waterfall and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Basel Minster. This popular site is a valued cathedral in Basel and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,442 visitors.

Another must-visit in Basel is the spectacular Basel Zoo. This outstanding zoo and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 15,178 travelers.

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!

Day 11 of your self-drive vacation in Switzerland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Geneva and end your day in the city of Veytaux.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Lucerne for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Switzerland.

While you’re in Geneva, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing The Geneva Water Fountain. The fantastic The Geneva Water Fountain is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,281 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Jardin Anglais, a well-known urban park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 18,129 travelers.

The top-rated L'horloge fleurie is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular floral clock and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 11,614 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Geneva, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Veytaux.

Make Chillon Castle your first stop. This popular museum among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,331 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Switzerland. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Switzerland and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Lucerne. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Lucerne, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bierliebe & Friends, one of the best restaurants in Lucerne. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 680 customers.

Grottino 1313 is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Grottino 1313 is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 624 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Mill'Feuille, another well-loved restaurant in Lucerne. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,538 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Switzerland.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Lucerne, Suite small plates & cocktails. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 bar goers.

Shamrock Irish Pub is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Lucerne, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 833 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Zur Werkstatt, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Switzerland. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Switzerland!

Day 12 of your road trip across Switzerland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Lucerne and the enchanting Lugano, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Lucerne and end the day in Lugano, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 12 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 Lucerne is the magnificent Chapel Bridge. Around 29,995 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Swiss Museum of Transport on this leg of your self-drive tour in Switzerland. This attraction is a well-known technology museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 11,571 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 562,605 people visit it every year.

The remarkable Lion Monument Lucerne is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Switzerland. This attraction, an amazing sculpture, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,294 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Parco Ciani. This popular site is a valued urban park in Lugano and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,286 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.

Lugano 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 Lugano offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Switzerland.

Bistrot & Pizza Argentino is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,569 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Lugano is Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, 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 1,096 customers.

Ristorante Trattoria Galleria offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Lugano. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,111 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 Lugano’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Il Fermento is an excellent example of a great bar in Lugano offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Trinity Irish Pub, another of locals’ go-to bars in Lugano. Trinity Irish Pub is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 695 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bar Laura is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Lugano. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 653 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!

Day 13 of your self-drive vacation in Switzerland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the hamlet of Heididorf and end your day in the city of Chur.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Zurich for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Switzerland.

While you’re in Heididorf, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Heididorf. The fantastic Heididorf is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,977 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Heididorf, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Chur.

Make Bernina Express your first stop. This popular must-see tourist destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,643 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Switzerland. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Switzerland and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Zurich. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Zurich, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Switzerland. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Switzerland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Switzerland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 14 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.

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!