Luxury 9-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich to Bern, Lausanne, and 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,365 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 9-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 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 Kunsthaus Zürich, which is an art museum that gets around 382,603 visits every year. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,594 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.

Get ready for day 3 of your luxury vacation in Switzerland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Lucerne and Innertkirchen. You’ll stay in Bern 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 Lucerne, the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. This popular attraction is a sculpture that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,294 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Swiss Museum of Transport, an outstanding technology museum in Lucerne. Around 11,571 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars. It’s estimated that more than 562,605 people stop by Swiss Museum of Transport every year to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Lucerne is the astonishing Chapel Bridge. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 29,995 reviews.

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 Lucerne.

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

Make your way to the incredible Titlis Cliff Walk for some unforgettable sightseeing in Innertkirchen. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,537 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Bern, Brasserie Obstberg. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 628 reviews.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Rosengarten as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Bern. The Restaurant Rosengarten is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Turnhalle. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 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 Bern's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like tibits. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,518 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Lötschberg. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Lötschberg has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Alternatively, go to Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,069 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.

On day 4 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 Rose Garden Bern. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,381 visitors.

When you’re finished at Rose Garden Bern, 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.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Bern, the extraordinary UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This must-see tourist destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Bern Minster. Up to 4,813 visitors have rated this church building an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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!

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 Gruyères and the city of Pringy. You’ll stay in Lausanne for 2 nights.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Gruyères Castle. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,612 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Gruyères 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 Pringy.

Make your way to the incredible Chillon Castle in Pringy 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 Lausanne.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Switzerland, we recommend you try Beau-Rivage Palace, one of the best restaurants in Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,230 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend The Great Escape as one of the top restaurants in the city. The Great Escape is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,559 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Lausanne is Holy Cow! This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,760 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 King Size Pub. This bar is considered one of the best in Lausanne and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bleu Lézard. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,546 customers.

Alternatively, go to Bruxelles Café. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Lausanne and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,334 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!

On day 6 of your exciting luxury holiday across Switzerland you will continue exploring the city of Geneva. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Geneva. 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 Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,702 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Bains des Pâquis. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,194 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular The Geneva Water Fountain park, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Jardin Anglais is another stop you can visit today in Geneva. This urban park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,129 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Geneva, then consider a visit to the incredible L'horloge fleurie. L'horloge fleurie is a floral clock and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 11,614 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Geneva 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 Geneva, make sure to check out Inglewood Saint-Laurent. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Le Milan. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,343 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Geneva before is Pub Les Gosses du Québec. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 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.

McCarthy's Irish Pub is one of the best bars in Geneva and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

You may also want to check out Barberousse Lausanne. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Barberousse Lausanne is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Les Brasseurs Lausanne. Les Brasseurs Lausanne has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,971 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.

Get ready for day 7 of your luxury vacation in Switzerland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Lausanne and Corsier-sur-Vevey. You’ll stay in Basel 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 Lausanne, the incredible Lausanne Cathedral. This popular attraction is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,766 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing The Olympic Museum, an outstanding museum in Lausanne. Around 8,534 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Lausanne.

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

Make your way to the incredible Chaplin's World for some unforgettable sightseeing in Corsier-sur-Vevey. This popular attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,338 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Basel, Hotel Les Trois Rois. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,540 reviews.

Locals also recommend tibits as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Basel. The tibits is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Restaurant Fiorentina Basel. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 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 Basel's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like KLARA 13 AG. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,460 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

Alternatively, go to Flanagan's. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,232 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.

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 Basel and the city of Neuhausen. 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 6,025 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 7,442 reviews.

The wonderful Basel Zoo is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Basel. This well-known attraction, and spectacular zoo, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,178 visitors. Basel Zoo attracts about 2,012,511 travelers every year.

Joining a top-rated tour in Basel 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 Neuhausen.

Make your way to the incredible Rhine Falls in Neuhausen for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a waterfall and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 70,505 visitors.

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

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Switzerland, we recommend you try Cantinetta Antinori, one of the best restaurants in Zurich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Metropol as one of the top restaurants in the city. Metropol is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,341 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Zurich is Viadukt. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 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 La Stanza. This bar is considered one of the best in Zurich and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Alternatively, go to Rio Bar. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Zurich and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 992 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 9-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 3,198 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 La Pasta. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,041 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!