Luxury 12-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich traveling south to Lugano, Ernen, Geneva, Bern, and Sion

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Escape for the holiday of a lifetime with this 12-day luxury road trip in Switzerland!

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

Your exclusive luxury holiday package will bring you to the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in the best destinations in Switzerland. With this perfectly planned vacation itinerary, you will stay 4 nights in Zurich, 1 night in Lugano, 1 night in Ernen, 2 nights in Geneva, 2 nights in Bern, and 1 night in Sion, experiencing the ultimate luxury vacation in Switzerland.

We will help you have the best 12-day luxury holiday in Switzerland imaginable, so you can leave feeling fulfilled and inspired.

Upon arriving in Switzerland, you will collect the luxury rental vehicle of your choice. We will provide you with the best car rental for the entirety of your 12-day luxury self-drive holiday, including CDW insurance. From there, you will drive off to discover some of the best travel destinations in Switzerland, including the stunning Zürich Zoo and The Geneva Water Fountain.

Your 12 days in this one-of-a-kind destination in Europe will be filled with bucket-list experiences and bespoke activities. Expect sweeping views over the best attractions, heavenly meals at top-rated restaurants, and world-class service at 5-star luxury hotels.

Finding the perfect luxury lodging is going to make your vacation in Switzerland feel truly special. The home for your 12-day luxury holiday will be only the most exclusive 5-star hotels in Switzerland. You will choose from the best selection of luxury hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located along your carefully planned self-drive route.

Throughout your exclusive vacation in Switzerland, you will get to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the country. Highlights of your itinerary include visiting the famous Jardin Anglais, experiencing the fantastic Basel Zoo up close, and discovering the unique features of the highly-recommended Chillon Castle. These are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you will find on your luxury travel itinerary in Switzerland.

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

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

This exclusive travel plan is designed to include everything you need to have the best vacation in Switzerland. By booking this luxury holiday package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 12-day road trip in Switzerland. Let the experts figure out the details, so you can focus on enjoying.

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

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

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

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Valais/Wallis - state in SwitzerlandWallis / 1 night
Lugano - city in SwitzerlandLugano / 1 night
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 / 2 nights
Photo of aerial view of the Arth Goldau village by lake Zug in Canton Schwyz in Central Switzerland on a sunny day.Arth
View of the Old Town of Basel with red stone Munster cathedral and the Rhine river, Switzerland.Basel
Lausanne - city in SwitzerlandLausanne
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 / 4 nights
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
Ernen / 1 night

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Attractions

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 bridge at Limmatquai in the city center of Zurich, Switzerland. People on the background. Seen from Lindenhof hill.Lindenhof
Photo of Swiss Transport Museum, lucerne, Switzerland.Swiss Museum of Transport
Photo of flower clock or L'horloge fleurie is a symbol of the city watchmakers, located in Jardin Anglais park in Geneva city in Switzerland.L'horloge fleurie
Photo of Old wrought iron gate overlooking Lake Lugano in Ciani Park, Lugano, Switzerland.Parco Ciani
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
The Olympic Museum, Lausanne, District de Lausanne, Vaud, SwitzerlandThe Olympic Museum
Photo of Bains des Paquis Public Baths at Lake Geneva, Switzerland.Bains des Pâquis
Photo of Grossmünster Romanesque-style Protestant church in Zürich, Switzerland.Grossmünster
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
Photo of Swiss National Museum or Landesmuseum in Zurich, Switzerland.Swiss National Museum
Freddie Mercury statue, Montreux, District de la Riviera-Pays-d’Enhaut, Vaud, SwitzerlandFreddie Mercury statue
Broken ChairBroken Chair
Photo of Ancient double arch stone Roman bridge (Ponte dei Salti) over the clear water of the Verzasca river in Lavertezzo ,Verzasca Valley, Ticino Canton, Switzerland.Ponte dei Salti
Photo of the Basel Minster Cathedral in Switzerland.Basel Minster
St Pierre Cathedral, Cité, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandSt Pierre Cathedral
Nature and Animal Park Goldau, Arth, Schwyz, SwitzerlandNature and Animal Park Goldau
photo of stunning view of the top of Harder Kulm in Interlaken in winter, Switzerland photographed in summer with paragliders flying around. Hilly Alpine landscape and Lake Thun in background.Harderkulm
St Beatus Caves
photo of Swiss miniature park in Melide, is an open-air museum with the most important Swiss buildings and means of transportation.Swissminiatur
Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
photo of Middle bridge over Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland.Middle bridge
Photo of Zurich opera house and Sechselautenplatz town square view, largest city in Switzerland.Zürich Opera House
photo of Lausanne Cathedral with blue sky, Lausanne, Switzerland.Lausanne Cathedral
Parc de La Grange, Eaux-Vives, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandParc de La Grange
Aare Gorge - West Entrance, Schattenhalb, Interlaken-Oberhasli administrative district, Oberland administrative region, Bern, SwitzerlandAare Gorge - West Entrance
UNESCO- Von Bern, Grünes Quartier, Stadtteil I, Bern, Bern-Mittelland administrative district, Bernese Mittelland administrative region, SwitzerlandUNESCO - Bern Old Town
photo of part of the ancient Spreuer Bridge (Spreuerbrücke) over the river Reuss in the historical town center of Lucerne, the famous city in Central Switzerland.Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne
photo of LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura, a cultural center in Swiss city Lugano.Lugano Arte e Cultura
Fine Arts Museum Basel, Vorstädte, Basel, Basel-City, SwitzerlandFine Arts Museum Basel
photo of beautiful morning at Brunswick Monument is a mausoleum of Charles II Duke of Brunswick in Geneva city, Switzerland.Brunswick Monument
photo of Madonna del Sasso, Switzerland. The Madonna del Sasso is a sanctuary and pilgrimage church in Orselina, above the city of Locarno in Switzerland.Madonna del Sasso
GOMS Bridge (Hängebrücke Fürgangen - Mühlebach)
Cornèr ArenaCornèr Arena
photo of Polybahn is a Swiss Transport in Zurich, Switzerland.Polybahn

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Day 1

Day 1 – Zurich - arrival day

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

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

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Polybahn. This funicular is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Zurich, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 691 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 Tibits. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,746 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Kennedy's Irish Pub, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars among 2,395 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is El Lokal. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day luxury vacation in Switzerland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Zurich

  • Zürich
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 1 min

  • Zürich Zoo
  • Swiss National Museum
  • Grossmünster
  • Zürich Opera House
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On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Switzerland you will continue exploring the city of Zurich. You still have 3 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 26,267 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Swiss National Museum. This attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,085 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 6,213 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 Kronenhalle. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,764 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Zurich before is Markthalle. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 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.

Rimini Bar is one of the best bars in Zurich and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

You may also want to check out Café Bar ODEON. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Café Bar ODEON is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Oliver Twist. Oliver Twist has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 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.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Zurich

  • Basel
  • Zürich
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Drive 177 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • Fine Arts Museum Basel
  • Basel Minster
  • Basel Zoo
  • Middle bridge
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On day 3 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Basel. You’ll stay in Basel for 2 nights, 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 Basel to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Basel. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Fine Arts Museum Basel. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,049 visitors.

When you’re finished at Fine Arts Museum Basel, make a stop at the wonderful Basel Minster. This incredible attraction is a cathedral, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,442 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Basel, the extraordinary Basel Zoo. This zoo gets around 2,012,511 visits annually and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,178 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible middle bridge. Up to 6,025 visitors have rated this road bridge an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful ibis Styles Zurich City Center, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 6,748 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Basel is the fantastic Krone Unterstrass. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Krone Unterstrass is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,415 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding FIVE Zurich. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,637 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 Basel.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Cantinetta Antinori. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at Metropol. Considered one of the best restaurants in Basel, it has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,341 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Basel, Viadukt is one to check out. Viadukt is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 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 Basel.

Many locals go to La Stanza to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Rio Bar is another great option in Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 customers.

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

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Day 4

Day 4 – Goldau, Lavertezzo, Orselina, and Lugano

  • Arth
  • Lugano
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Drive 266 km, 3 hours 53 min

  • Nature and Animal Park Goldau
  • Ponte dei Salti
  • Madonna del Sasso
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Get ready for day 4 of your luxury vacation in Switzerland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Goldau and Lavertezzo. You’ll stay in Lugano 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 Goldau, the incredible Nature and Animal Park Goldau. This popular attraction is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,104 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 Goldau.

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

Make your way to the incredible Ponte dei Salti for some unforgettable sightseeing in Lavertezzo. This popular attraction is a stone arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,917 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Lugano, Bistrot & Pizza Argentino. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,569 reviews.

Locals also recommend Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Lugano. The Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,096 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Ristorante Trattoria Galleria. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,111 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 Lugano's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Il Fermento. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,038 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Trinity Irish Pub. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Trinity Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

Alternatively, go to Bar Laura. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 653 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

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

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Day 5

Day 5 – Lugano, Melide, Porza, and Ernen

  • Lugano
  • Ernen
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Drive 197 km, 3 hours 56 min

  • Parco Ciani
  • Lugano Arte e Cultura
  • Swissminiatur
  • Cornèr Arena
  • GOMS Bridge (Hängebrücke Fürgangen - Mühlebach)
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On day 5 of your luxury holiday in Switzerland, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Lugano and the city of Melide. You’ll stay in Ernen for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Parco Ciani. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,286 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Lugano Arte e Cultura. This museum building and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,055 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Lugano 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 Melide.

Make your way to the incredible Cornèr Arena in Melide for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a sport venue and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,183 visitors.

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

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

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!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, and Geneva

  • Lausanne
  • Montreux
  • Geneva
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 40 min

  • Freddie Mercury statue
  • Chaplin's World
  • Lausanne Cathedral
  • The Olympic Museum
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Get ready for day 6 of your luxury vacation in Switzerland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Corsier-sur-Vevey and Montreux. You’ll stay in Geneva 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 Corsier-sur-Vevey, the incredible Chaplin's World. This popular attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,338 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 Corsier-sur-Vevey.

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

Make your way to the incredible Freddie Mercury statue for some unforgettable sightseeing in Montreux. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,801 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Geneva, Auberge de Savièse. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,055 reviews.

Locals also recommend Oh Martine! as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Geneva. The Oh Martine! is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Café de Paris - Chez Boubier. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,127 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 Geneva's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Beau-Rivage Genève. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,169 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Demi Lune Café. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Demi Lune Café has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

Alternatively, go to Le Kraken. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 898 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

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

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Day 7

Day 7 – Geneva

  • Geneva
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Drive 14 km, 1 hour 7 min

  • Broken Chair
  • Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva
  • Bains des Pâquis
  • Brunswick Monument
  • Parc de La Grange
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On day 7 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva 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 Geneva to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Geneva. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Broken Chair. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,465 visitors.

When you’re finished at Broken Chair, make a stop at the wonderful Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,702 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Geneva, the extraordinary Bains des Pâquis. This public bath is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,194 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Brunswick Monument. Up to 3,631 visitors have rated this mausoleum an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular Parc de La Grange.

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

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Nash Pratik Hotel, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,833 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Geneva is the fantastic Nash Airport. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Nash Airport is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 13,490 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding de la Cigogne. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,348 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 Geneva.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Restaurant Les Armures. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at Cottage Café. Considered one of the best restaurants in Geneva, it has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Geneva, Tartares & Co is one to check out. Tartares & Co is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 707 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 Geneva.

Many locals go to Mr Pickwick Pub to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Café du Centre. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,188 customers.

Les Brasseurs is another great option in Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,451 customers.

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

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Day 8

Day 8 – Geneva, Veytaux, and Bern

  • Geneva
  • Bern
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Drive 206 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • St Pierre Cathedral
  • L'horloge fleurie
  • Jardin Anglais
  • The Geneva Water Fountain
  • Chillon Castle
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On day 8 of your luxury holiday in Switzerland, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Geneva and the city of Veytaux. You’ll stay in Bern for 2 nights.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding St Pierre Cathedral. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,386 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible L'horloge fleurie. This floral clock and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 11,614 reviews.

The wonderful Jardin Anglais is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Geneva. This well-known attraction, and spectacular urban park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,129 visitors.

Now is also your opportunity to visit the fantastic The Geneva Water Fountain. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,281 visitors. Attracting more visitors every year, it's clear that The Geneva Water Fountain is one of the top places to see in the area.

Joining a top-rated tour in Geneva 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 Veytaux.

Make your way to the incredible Chillon Castle in Veytaux for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,331 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 Restaurant Rosengarten as one of the top restaurants in the city. Restaurant Rosengarten is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Bern is Turnhalle. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 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 Bern and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Alternatively, go to Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. 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 1,069 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!

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Day 9

Day 9 – Bern, Gruyères, and Pringy

  • Bern
  • Gruyères
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Drive 137 km, 2 hours 8 min

  • UNESCO - Bern Old Town
  • Bear pit
  • Castle of the counts of Gruyères
  • La Maison du Gruyère
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On day 9 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 UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

When you’re finished at UNESCO - Bern Old Town, 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 13,960 visitors.

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 Moxy Bern Expo, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,794 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Bern is the fantastic Best Western Plus Hotel Bern. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Best Western Plus Hotel Bern is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,082 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 Adrianos Bar & Café to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Einstein – café & bel étage –. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

Klösterli Weincafe is another great option in Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

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

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Day 10

Day 10 – Ballenberg, Beatenberg, and Sion

  • Wallis
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Drive 342 km, 4 hours 39 min

  • St Beatus Caves
  • Harderkulm
  • Aare Gorge - West Entrance
  • Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
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On day 10 of your luxury road trip holiday in Switzerland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the hamlet of Ballenberg and the city of Sion. You’ll stay in Sion for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Harderkulm your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,635 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this mountain and attraction before you head there.

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

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ferme Asile, one of the best restaurants in Sion. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 507 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Brasserie du Grand Pont as one of their top choices in the city. Brasserie du Grand Pont is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,135 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Sion is Pizzeria Pont du Rhône. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

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

Luigia is one of the best bars you can visit in Sion tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like L' AMBASSADE. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 161 customers.

Alternatively, try La Matriochka Café. La Matriochka Café is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 144 customers.

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

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Day 11

Day 11 – Lucerne and Zurich

  • Lucerne
  • Zürich
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Drive 322 km, 3 hours 50 min

  • Swiss Museum of Transport
  • Lion Monument
  • Chapel Bridge
  • Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne
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On day 11 of your luxury road trip holiday in Switzerland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Lucerne and the city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Swiss Museum of Transport your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,571 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this technology museum and attraction before you head there. More than 562,605 people visit this attraction every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,294 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this sculpture and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Chapel Bridge. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,995 visitors.

When you’re finished at the wooden bridge, the perfect next stop is the popular Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This spectacular wooden bridge and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,066 reviews.

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

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Pasta, one of the best restaurants in Zurich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,041 customers.

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

The International Beer Bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Zurich tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Aurora. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 705 customers.

Alternatively, try Ebrietas Bar. Ebrietas Bar is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 560 customers.

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

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Day 12

Day 12 – Zurich - departure day

  • Zürich - Departure day
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  • Lindenhof
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Today is the last day of your 12-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 Lindenhof. This extraordinary square and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 11,365 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!

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