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Self-drive road trip · Switzerland

Best of Switzerland Self-Drive Loop

Zurich - Lucerne - Interlaken

  • Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
  • Stops3 Cities
  • Start and finishZurich
  • IncludedHotels + car

Per person, estimatedUS$431

OverviewDay by dayCarWhat's includedQuestions

About this road trip

Discover Switzerland at your own pace with this flexible self-drive package. Your journey begins in Zurich, followed by Lucerne and Interlaken — but you choose the hotels or apartments that fit your style and budget. Included in your package is also rental car for Days 2–7. The suggested 7-day itinerary takes you to Rhine Falls, Stein am Rhein, Appenzell's Ebenalp trail, and over the Brünig Pass. Enjoy a classic Swiss mountain day on Mount Pilatus or Mount Rigi, then explore Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald from your Interlaken base. You drive. You choose. You explore.

Perfect for

  • Self-Drive Fans
  • Couples
  • Small Groups
  • Mountain Lovers
  • Road Trippers
  • Photography Lovers
  • Casual Hikers
  • Flexible Budgets
  • Hotels you choose
  • Rental car included
  • 24/7 assistance
  • Experts on call

Your trip

Estimated trip price

US$431per person

US$862total for 2 travelers

  • Includes: 6 hotel nights + 6-day rental car
  • Based on 2 travelers sharing 1 room and 1 car
  • Flight priced separately once you pick one

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Why You'll Love This Trip

  • Rental car included — just pick up and go

  • Choose your own hotels, from budget to five-star

  • Three great Swiss cities without backtracking

  • Iconic peaks like Pilatus, Rigi, and Grindelwald on your own schedule

  • Scenic drives over Brünig Pass and through the Alps

  • Short rewarding hikes, including the Ebenalp trail to Wildkirchli

  • A ready-made 7-day plan you can follow or adapt as you like

Your 7 days at a glance

Your road trip, day by day

Every stop has a hotel already chosen for you. Open a stop to swap the hotel, add activities or stay longer. The price updates as you go.

Want more time somewhere? Open any stop and tap Add a night. Every day after it moves back, and your dates and price update automatically.

7 Days

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Zürich

Your stay in ZürichDays 1–3

2 Nights7 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

  1. 1
    Arrival

    Arrival: Zurich Airport → Zurich

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    Pick up your car at ZURICH (EAP). It's yours for all 7 days.

    Arrive in Zurich and transfer to your hotel.

    Afternoon / Evening:

    Stroll the Old Town (Altstadt)
    Walk along the Limmat River
    Dinner by the lake

    🛏️ Overnight: Zurich
    🚗 No car needed yet

    Overnight: Swiss Star Longstreet, night 1 of 2

  2. 2
    Full day

    Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein

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    Pick up your car and enjoy a gentle first drive.

    Route:
    Zurich → Rhine Falls (~45 min)
    → Stein am Rhein (~25 min)

    Highlights:
    Walk to the falls viewing platforms
    Optional boat ride
    Explore frescoed houses in Stein am Rhein

    Return to Zurich.

    Overnight: Swiss Star Longstreet, night 2 of 2

Your hotel in Zürich

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Swiss Star Longstreet
3.8Fair

“This Zurich apartment near the station offers clean, affordable accommodation, though guests should be aware that rooms lack air conditioning and openable windows, with some reporting issues with check-in procedures and ventilation.”

  • Wi-Fi

Included in your trip2 Nights, Langstrasse 213

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Zürich surprise you.

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Lucerne

Your stay in LucerneDays 3–5

2 Nights7 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

  1. 3
    Drive day

    Zurich → Appenzell → Wildkirchli → Lucerne

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    A scenic transition into alpine Switzerland.

    Route:
    Zurich → Appenzell (~1 hr 30)
    Cable car to Ebenalp
    Walk to Wildkirchli caves & chapel

    👉 Short, unforgettable hike (~30–40 min)

    Optional:

    Photo stop at Aescher cliff restaurant

    Continue to Lucerne (~2 hrs)

    Overnight: ibis Styles Luzern, night 1 of 2

  2. 4
    Full day

    Lucerne & Mountain Experience🚠

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    Relaxed day with one iconic mountain.

    Choose ONE:
    Mount Pilatus (dramatic views)
    OR Mount Rigi (gentler, panoramic)

    Afternoon: Explore Lucerne Old Town, Chapel Bridge & lakefront

    Overnight: ibis Styles Luzern, night 2 of 2

Your hotel in Lucerne

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7.6Good

“Experience the charm of Luzern at this perfectly located hotel, just steps from the Lion Monument and beautiful lake, where guests consistently praise the exceptionally welcoming and helpful staff, clean comfortable rooms, and excellent breakfast. The convenient proximity to the train station and local amenities makes it an ideal base for exploring this picturesque Swiss destination.”

  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking

Included in your trip2 Nights, Friedenstrasse 8

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Lucerne surprise you.

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Interlaken

Your stay in InterlakenDays 5–7

2 Nights7 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

  1. 5
    Drive day

    Lucerne → Interlaken (via Brünig Pass)

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    A short but beautiful drive.

    Route:
    Lucerne → Brünig Pass
    Optional stop: Lake Lungern viewpoint

    Arrive in Interlaken

    Overnight: Hotel Chalet Swiss, night 1 of 2

  2. 6
    Full day

    Lauterbrunnen & Grindelwald

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    The alpine highlight day.

    Visit:
    Lauterbrunnen
    Grindelwald

    Recommended:
    Park in Lauterbrunnen
    Use trains/cable cars locally
    Optional: Wengen or Grindelwald First

    Overnight: Hotel Chalet Swiss, night 2 of 2

Your hotel in Interlaken

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8.2Very good

“This charming Swiss chalet-style hotel near Interlaken West offers exceptional value with friendly staff, excellent views, a delightful breakfast buffet, and convenient access to local attractions—perfect for travelers seeking comfort and authenticity in a peaceful Alpine setting.”

  • Breakfast available
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Spa

Included in your trip2 Nights, Seestrasse 22

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Interlaken surprise you.

  1. 7
    Departure

    Interlaken → Zurich Airport

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    Return your car at ZURICH (EAP), then check in for your flight home.

    Easy return drive (~2 hrs)
    Return Your Car at the Airport and Depart Switzerland.

    Departure day · No overnight stay

Your car

A rental car is included for all 7 days. Want more room or comfort? Upgrade below.

Pick up, day 1ZURICH (EAP)

Return, day 7ZURICH (EAP)

Good to knowRates assume a driver aged 30 or over.

What's in the price

Included

  • 6 nights' accommodation in the hotel category selected by you (based on double occupancy)
  • Rental car for the entire journey, including insurance coverage
  • Pick-up and drop-off at Zurich Airport
  • Carefully crafted self-drive itinerary featuring scenic routes and comfortable driving distances
  • Comprehensive travel documentation and day-by-day itinerary
  • Detailed route maps and driving instructions
  • Highlights and recommendations for each destination
  • 24/7 travel assistance and emergency support throughout your journey

Not included

  • City tax, if applicable. (Will be charged by the Hotel direct)
  • Fuel, tolls, and parking fees outside hotel arrangements
  • Entrance fees to attractions and sights
  • (e.g. castles, palaces, museums, cable cars)
  • Guided tours and all optional activities
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Personal expenses (minibar, laundry, tips)
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Visa and Visa fees if applicable

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Estimated trip price

US$431per person

US$862total for 2 travelers

  • Includes: 6 hotel nights + 6-day rental car
  • Based on 2 travelers sharing 1 room and 1 car
  • Flight priced separately once you pick one

Would you like to add round-trip flights from your home airport to Zurich?

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Estimated total, 2 travelersUS$862

Still deciding? Compare similar tours

How this road trip stacks up against similar self-drive tours, side by side.

Tour
This tour
Best of Switzerland Self-Drive Loop7 days, 6 nights
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Price, per person
FromUS$431US$450US$1,929US$349
Per nightUS$72 / nightUS$75 / nightUS$322 / nightUS$58 / nightBest
The trip
Duration7 days, 6 nights7 days, 6 nights7 days, 6 nights7 days, 6 nights
Stops3423
PlacesZürich, Lucerne, UnterseenMilano, Verona, Lago di Garda Nord, ComoRome, ÁquilaGarmisch-Partenkirchen, Fuessen, Munich
Start and finishZurichMilanRomeMunich
On the road
Total drivingAbout 115 kmAbout 370 kmAbout 115 kmAbout 155 km
Longest drive dayAbout 65 kmBestAbout 175 kmAbout 115 kmAbout 115 km
Car includedEconomyCompactEconomyMini
Stays and extras
Hotels included3-star hotels4-star hotels4-star hotels2 to 4-star hotels
Hotel choiceAbout 14 hotels per stopBestAbout 9 hotels per stopAbout 7 hotels per stopAbout 12 hotels per stop
Airport transferNot includedNot includedNot includedNot included
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