Luxury 5-Day Switzerland Road Trip Vacation around Zurich to Basel

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

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

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Lindenhof. This square is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Zurich, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,743 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.

To feel extra special from the very the start of your luxury holiday in Zurich, stay at a hotel like the luxurious H+ Hotel Zürich. The wonderful facilities of this luxury hotel offer the perfect place to lay back after a long day of exploring the city. Guests have rated this 4-star hotel an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 6,390 reviews.

Another perfect 5-star hotel you can stay at in Zurich is the impeccable Atlantis by Giardino. Expect luxurious rooms, outstanding service, and a spectacular ambiance. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,813 guest reviews.

To stay at a hotel with outstanding attention to detail, check in at the incredible Hotel Sternen Oerlikon. This 3-star luxury hotel is often complimented for its excellent facilities and attentive staff. Guests have rated their experience an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 857 reviews.

If these hotels are unavailable for your time in Zurich, we will help you find the best luxury alternatives.

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 Old Crow. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Tales Bar, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars among 628 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Kennedy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Switzerland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

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

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Grossmünster. This attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,833 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Zürich Opera House. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,390 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Swiss National Museum organization, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

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 Kennedy's Irish Pub. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Markthalle. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Zurich before is Cantinetta Antinori. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 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 Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

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

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Switzerland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Zurich and the city of Basel. You’ll stay in Basel for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Lion Monument Lucerne your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,935 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this sculpture and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Church of St. Leodegar. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,527 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this church building and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Chapel Bridge. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 28,159 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 3,833 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Zurich 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 Zurich today.

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

In Basel, the most wonderful 4-star luxury hotels await you. If you only want the best, check in at the fantastic Essential by Dorint Basel City. Guests who have stayed at this luxury hotel have rated their experience an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 3,547 reviews.

Alternatively, spoil yourself with a stay at the superb Aparthotel Adagio Basel City. This 3-star luxury hotel is another of travelers' and locals' most recommended stays in the city. In fact, Aparthotel Adagio Basel City has received an average guest rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 1,039 reviews.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out the beautiful Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois. Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Zurich and Basel. This extravagant 5-star hotel in Basel has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 304 guests.

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

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend tibits as one of their top choices in the city. Tibits is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Basel is KLARA 13 AG. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

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

Bar Rouge is one of the best bars you can visit in Basel tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,606 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.

On day 4 of your luxury holiday in Switzerland, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Zurich and Schaffhausen. You’ll stay in Zurich for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding middle bridge. This attraction is a road bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,782 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Basel Minster. This cathedral and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 6,929 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Zurich 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.

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

Celebrate your exciting luxury holiday with a stay at the fantastic 3-star Hotel Sternen Oerlikon. At this luxury hotel, you’ll be welcomed with flawless service, top-notch facilities, and lovely rooms. Guests who have stayed here have rated their experience an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 857 reviews.

Another excellent option in Zurich is the stylish luxury hotel H+ Hotel Zürich. Staying at this 4-star hotel means enjoying a wealth of facilities, well-equipped rooms, and world-class service. The average guest rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 6,390 reviews may help make your mind up.

Alternatively, go for the fantastic Atlantis by Giardino. At this chic hotel, you’ll enjoy sophisticated interiors and staff who are generous with both their time and recommendations. Guests have left this luxury 5-star hotel an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,813 reviews.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Switzerland, 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 keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Yen's as one of the top restaurants in the city. Yen's is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 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 Rio Bar. This bar is considered one of the best in Zurich and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The International Beer Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

Alternatively, go to Ebrietas Bar. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Zurich and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 560 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!

Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Switzerland and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Zurich before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Switzerland by heading out to the stunning Botanical Garden. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,980 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Zurich.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Zurich, check out the menu at The International Beer Bar. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is zum Kropf. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

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!