12-Day Switzerland road trip from Bern to Geneva, Interlaken, Lugano, and Zurich

Photo of Schloss Oberhofen on the Lake Thun in Bern Canton of Switzerland.
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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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11 nights included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-day road trip through Switzerland.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Switzerland. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Bern, 2 nights in Geneva, 2 nights in Interlaken, 1 night in Lugano, 2 nights in Zurich, and 1 night in Basel, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Switzerland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Bern, Geneva, Interlaken, Innertkirchen, Lugano, Zurich, and Basel. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in Switzerland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Bern, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, including the stunning Jardin Anglais and Zürich Zoo.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Switzerland. From the magnificent Chillon Castle to the breathtaking Titlis Cliff Walk and Chapel Bridge, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Lion Monument Lucerne and learn more about the unique Rhine Falls to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Bern, Geneva, Interlaken, Innertkirchen, Lugano, Zurich, and Basel, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Switzerland. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Switzerland.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Switzerland. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Switzerland.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Switzerland.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Switzerland has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Switzerland. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Switzerland extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Switzerland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Switzerland today!

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Winterthur - city in SwitzerlandWinterthur
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 / 1 night
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 / 2 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 / 3 nights
Interlaken / 2 nights

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Attractions

Photo of Rhine Falls or Rheinfall, Switzerland panoramic aerial view.Rhine Falls
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
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
Swiss Science Center Technorama, Oberwinterthur, Winterthur, Bezirk Winterthur, Zurich, SwitzerlandSwiss Science Center Technorama
Broken ChairBroken Chair
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 Lausanne Cathedral with blue sky, Lausanne, Switzerland.Lausanne Cathedral
Parc de La Grange, Eaux-Vives, Geneva, Grand Genève, SwitzerlandParc de La Grange
photo of aerial view of scenic Bern old town cityscape with old buildings Bern Minster cathedral tower and Aare River view in Bern SwitzerlandBern Minster
UNESCO- Von Bern, Grünes Quartier, Stadtteil I, Bern, Bern-Mittelland administrative district, Bernese Mittelland administrative region, SwitzerlandUNESCO - Bern Old Town
Uetliberg Lookout Tower, Stallikon, Bezirk Affoltern, Zurich, SwitzerlandUetliberg Lookout Tower
photo of a beautiful sky with green trees and beautiful roses in Rose Garden Bern in Switzerland.Rose Garden Bern
photo of adventurers Paragliding at Interlaken Hohematte Park in winter in Switzerland.Höhematte
photo of LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura, a cultural center in Swiss city Lugano.Lugano Arte e Cultura
photo of Titlis Cliff Walk in Mount Titlis in the Swiss Alps in winter time.Titlis Cliff Walk
photo of the Palace of Justice in the Esplanade of Montbenon in Lausanne, Switzerland.Montbenon
photo of astronomical clock on the medieval Zytglogge clock tower in Kramgasse street in old city center of Bern, Switzerland.Zytglogge
photo of Bundesplatz the Swiss Capital Building in Bern, Switzerland.Bundesplatz
photo of aerial view of Uetliberg mountain in Zurich, Switzerland.Üetliberg
Parco del Tassino, Lugano, Circolo di Lugano ovest, Distretto di Lugano, Ticino, SwitzerlandParco del Tassino
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Day 1

Day 1 – Bern - arrival day

  • Bern - Arrival day
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  • Rose Garden Bern
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Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Bern has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Rose Garden Bern. This attraction is an architectural structure and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, Brasserie Obstberg. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Süder. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Rosengarten as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

Bern also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bern is Turnhalle. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bern is tibits. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Locals also enjoy Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in Switzerland!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Bern

  • Bern
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Drive 2 km, 27 min

  • Zytglogge
  • UNESCO - Bern Old Town
  • Bern Minster
  • Bear pit
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Bern has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Bern by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Bern. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Bern, like the extraordinary Zytglogge. This attraction is an astronomical clock and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,318 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bern is the spectacular UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Bern Minster. This church building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

Bear pit is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This architectural structure is a popular destination among visitors in Bern. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,764 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Bern does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Bern on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, be sure to eat at Kornhauskeller, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Bern is the popular Luce. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Bern is Casino Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,429 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern is one of the best bars in the city of Bern for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Adrianos Bar & Café is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bern is Einstein – café & bel étage –. Einstein – café & bel étage – has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Bern!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Veytaux and Geneva

  • Lausanne
  • Geneva
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Drive 207 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Chillon Castle
  • The Olympic Museum
  • Lausanne Cathedral
  • Montbenon
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Bern and embark on a scenic drive to Geneva, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bern before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Bern. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Chillon Castle. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,098 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable The Olympic Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,425 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lausanne Cathedral. This cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,709 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Montbenon. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,638 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Auberge de Savièse. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,055 customers.

Locals also recommend Oh Martine!, another of the best restaurants in Geneva. Oh Martine! is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Café du Soleil. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Beau-Rivage Genève to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Geneva, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Demi Lune Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Demi Lune Café has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

Le Kraken is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Switzerland, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Geneva

  • Geneva
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Drive 14 km, 1 hour 25 min

  • St Pierre Cathedral
  • The Geneva Water Fountain
  • Parc de La Grange
  • Broken Chair
  • Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva
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On day 4 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Nash Airport, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Geneva. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 13,490 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Geneva is the 5-star de la Cigogne. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,348 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Geneva is the 3-star Nash Pratik Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,833 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Geneva, like the outstanding St Pierre Cathedral. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,301 visitors.

The Geneva Water Fountain is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Geneva. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Geneva is the extraordinary Parc de La Grange. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,058 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Broken Chair. Around 7,375 visitors have given this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva is a popular botanical garden, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,616 travelers.

Come to Geneva prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Geneva.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Café de Paris - Chez Boubier, after your day of exploring the city of Geneva. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Restaurant Les Armures is another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva is Cottage Café. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Locals recommend Mr Pickwick Pub, one of the best bars in the city of Geneva, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Geneva, Café du Centre. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,188 customers.

Les Brasseurs is also one of the best bars in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,451 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Switzerland.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Corsier-sur-Vevey, Montreux, and Interlaken

  • Geneva
  • Montreux
  • Interlaken
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Drive 246 km, 3 hours 19 min

  • L'horloge fleurie
  • Jardin Anglais
  • Bains des Pâquis
  • Chaplin's World
  • Freddie Mercury statue
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Geneva and the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey. You’ll stay in Interlaken for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Geneva today is L'horloge fleurie. This excellent attraction is a floral clock that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,421 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Jardin Anglais, an outstanding urban park, in the city of Geneva. Around 17,964 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Geneva is Bains des Pâquis. This amazing attraction is a public bath and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Switzerland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Switzerland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Chaplin's World for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,239 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Interlaken.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Interlaken, Hüsi Bierhaus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,315 customers.

Locals recommend MAHARAJA Indian Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Interlaken. MAHARAJA Indian Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Interlaken is OX Restaurant & Grill. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Interlaken, Brasserie 17. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 569 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland with a toast!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Ballenberg, Harderkulm, Beatenberg, Innertkirchen, and Interlaken

  • Interlaken
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Drive 136 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Titlis Cliff Walk
  • Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum
  • Höhematte
  • Harderkulm
  • St Beatus Caves
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Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Interlaken has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Interlaken by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Interlaken. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Interlaken, like the extraordinary Höhematte. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,960 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Interlaken.

Your discovery of Interlaken does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Interlaken on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, be sure to eat at Café de Paris, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Interlaken. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Interlaken is the popular Indian Tandoori. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Interlaken is Asllanis Corner. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Pizzeria Horn is one of the best bars in the city of Interlaken for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 283 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Interlaken!

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Day 7

Day 7 – Lugano

  • Lugano
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Drive 235 km, 3 hours 15 min

  • Swissminiatur
  • Lugano Arte e Cultura
  • Parco del Tassino
  • Parco Ciani
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lugano. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lugano. You’ll stay in Lugano for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lugano’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lugano, start your day with a visit to the amazing Lugano Arte e Cultura. This much-appreciated museum building and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,005 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Parco del Tassino. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 385 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parco Ciani to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Parco Ciani is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,205 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lugano has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lugano. Lugano offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Bistrot & Pizza Argentino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,569 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Trattoria Galleria is another top restaurant in Lugano we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,111 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante Commercianti is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 972 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lugano, the fantastic Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,096 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Il Fermento. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Trinity Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 695 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

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Day 8

Day 8 – Goldau, Lucerne, and Zurich

  • Lucerne
  • Arth
  • Zürich
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Drive 238 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Nature and Animal Park Goldau
  • Swiss Museum of Transport
  • Lion Monument
  • Chapel Bridge
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Day 8 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Goldau and the city of Lucerne. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Goldau is the amazing Nature and Animal Park Goldau. This attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,032 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Goldau is another excellent way to spend your new day in Switzerland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Switzerland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Switzerland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Swiss Museum of Transport in the city of Lucerne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a technology museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,371 visitors. Each year, Swiss Museum of Transport is visited by more than 562,605 travelers, so don't miss out!

Another unforgettable travel destination in the town of Lucerne is the outstanding Lion Monument Lucerne. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 visitors, this sculpture deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Chapel Bridge. This attraction, a stunning top-tier point of interest, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Zurich.

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

Locals also recommend Zeughauskeller as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. Zeughauskeller is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Swiss Chuchi Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

After dinner, visit The Dolder Grand, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,031 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,746 customers.

Alternatively, Kennedy's Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland!

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Day 9

Day 9 – Zurich

  • Zürich
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Drive 10 km, 53 min

  • Zürich Zoo
  • Grossmünster
  • Lindenhof
  • Swiss National Museum
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On day 9 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the CitizenM Zurich hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Zurich. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,320 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Zurich is the 5-star FIVE Zurich. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,637 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Zurich is the 3-star ibis Styles Zurich City Center. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 6,748 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Zurich, like the outstanding Zürich Zoo. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,031 visitors.

Grossmünster is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Zurich. This incredible attraction is a church building and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Zurich is the extraordinary Lindenhof. This square is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 11,259 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Swiss National Museum. Around 7,999 visitors have given this organization an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Come to Zurich prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Zurich.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Babu's, after your day of exploring the city of Zurich. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,949 customers.

Café Bar ODEON is another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Oliver Twist. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

Locals recommend El Lokal, one of the best bars in the city of Zurich, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich, Markthalle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Rimini Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Switzerland.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Winterthur, Sellenbüren, Neuhausen, Siblingen, and Basel

  • Winterthur
  • Basel
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Drive 205 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Üetliberg
  • Uetliberg Lookout Tower
  • Swiss Science Center Technorama
  • Rhine Falls
  • Siblinger Randenturm
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Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Zurich and embark on a scenic drive to Basel, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Zurich before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Zurich. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Swiss Science Center Technorama. This attraction is a technology museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,513 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Uetliberg Lookout Tower. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,288 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 520 customers.

Locals also recommend Hotel Les Trois Rois, another of the best restaurants in Basel. Hotel Les Trois Rois is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Fiorentina Basel. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit tibits to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Basel, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like KLARA 13 AG. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. KLARA 13 AG has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Switzerland, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 11

Day 11 – Basel, Gruyères, and Bern

  • Basel
  • Bern
  • Gruyères
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Drive 227 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Middle bridge
  • Basel Minster
  • Basel Zoo
  • Castle of the counts of Gruyères
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Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the city of Basel and the city of Gruyères. You’ll stay in Bern for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Basel today is middle bridge. This excellent attraction is a road bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Basel Minster, an outstanding cathedral, in the city of Basel. Around 7,367 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Basel is Basel Zoo. Attracting over 2,012,511 visitors in a single year, it's clear that Basel Zoo is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,001 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Switzerland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Switzerland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Gruyères Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gruyères. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,511 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bern.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, Entrecôte Fédérale. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

Locals recommend Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Noa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 799 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bern, Klösterli Weincafe. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

Lorenzini is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland with a toast!

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Day 12

Day 12 – Bern - departure day

  • Bern - Departure day
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  • Bundesplatz
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Day 12 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bern before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Bundesplatz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bern. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,050 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Bern and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Switzerland.

You’ll then say farewell to Bern. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Switzerland!

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