Cheap 5-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Geneva to Bern and Zurich

Your exciting road trip through Switzerland starts when you reach the incredible city of Geneva, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Geneva and begin your adventure in Switzerland.

Geneva 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 Geneva and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Bains des Pâquis will make your cheap holiday in Switzerland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating public bath that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,194 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 Geneva. An excellent example is the popular Auberge de Savièse. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,055 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Switzerland is Oh Martine! Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 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 Café de Paris - Chez Boubier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,127 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Beau-Rivage Genève is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,169 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Geneva we recommend is Demi Lune Café, 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 968 customers.

Le Kraken is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 898 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

On day 2 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 Geneva and end your day in the city of Bern, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Geneva is the amazing St Pierre Cathedral. This travel destination is a church that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,386 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible L'horloge fleurie. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,614 travelers, a visit to this well-known floral clock and sightseeing spot in Geneva is likely to make your vacation in Switzerland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Geneva is the outstanding Jardin Anglais. This urban park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,129 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Switzerland, drop by the popular Broken Chair. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,465 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This botanical garden is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,702 visitors from all over the globe.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 3 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 Bern and end your day in the city of Neuhausen.

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 Bern, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing UNESCO - Bern Old Town. The fantastic UNESCO - Bern Old Town is a popular top-tier point of interest and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,755 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Bundesplatz, a well-known square in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 3,059 travelers.

The top-rated bear pit is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular architectural structure and destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 13,960 travelers.

Continue your adventure-filled road trip vacation at the remarkable Rose Garden Bern. This attraction is an outstanding architectural structure that is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,381 visitors.

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

Make Rhine Falls your first stop. This popular waterfall among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 70,505 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.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Weisses Rössli, one of the best restaurants in Zurich. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 525 customers.

Zeughauskeller is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Zeughauskeller is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Swiss Chuchi Restaurant, another well-loved restaurant in Zurich. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 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 Zurich, Tibits. 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 2,746 bar goers.

Kennedy's 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 Zurich, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,395 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by El Lokal, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip across Switzerland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Zurich and the enchanting Yverdon-les-Bains, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Zurich and end the day in Yverdon-les-Bains, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 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 Zurich is the magnificent Lindenhof. Around 11,365 visitors have rated this excellent square and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Zürich Opera House on this leg of your self-drive tour in Switzerland. This attraction is a well-known opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 6,213 travelers.

The remarkable Zürich Zoo is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Switzerland. This attraction, an amazing zoo, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,267 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Zurich, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Yverdon-les-Bains.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Thermal Center at Yverdon-les-Bains. This popular site is a valued spa in Yverdon-les-Bains and is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 4,006 visitors.

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

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

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

Restaurant Les Armures is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,758 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Geneva is Cottage Café, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Tartares & Co 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 707 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.

Mr Pickwick Pub is an excellent example of a great bar in Geneva offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Café du Centre, another of locals’ go-to bars in Geneva. Café du Centre is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 2,188 customers having rated it an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Les Brasseurs 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 4.2 out of 5 stars from more than 1,451 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Switzerland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Geneva.

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 Geneva is the remarkable The Geneva Water Fountain. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,281 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Geneva, consider a top-rated restaurant like Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

Bologne is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 244 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Café du Soleil. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Switzerland and your fun memories in Geneva.

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