Classic Switzerland

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Embark on this bucket-list vacation to Switzerland! Enjoy stays in not one, not two, not even three - but four cities throughout the country! Take advantage of your included rental car and roam far and wide through Switzerland's lush mountainous landscapes and lakeside villages.  Your journey will begin in the historical city of Zurich, filled with 11th and ...

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Feel your eyes widen as you visit Lake Lucerne, Lake Zurich, Lake Thun, and many others.
    • Immerse yourself in the old-world feel of vibrant cities like Zurich, Lucerne, and Bern
    • Taste the rich cheeses and chocolates that Switzerland is so widely known for.
    • Enjoy the freedom of having your own car! Drive off the beaten path and roam wherever your heart desires.
    • Visit the Lauterbrunnen Valley and the Trummelbach waterfalls in Bern!

What's this trip about?

    Embark on this bucket-list vacation to Switzerland! Enjoy stays in not one, not two, not even three - but four cities throughout the country! Take advantage of your included rental car and roam far and wide through Switzerland's lush mountainous landscapes and lakeside villages.  Your journey will begin in the historical city of Zurich, filled with 11th and 12th-century churches and buildings. Walk along Lake Zurich, strut down Bahnhofstrasse, and see amazing city views from Lindenhof Hill.  Next, take a scenic drive to Lucerne, where you'll see the famous Chapel Bridge and Lake Lucerne! The area is filled with great hiking opportunities, so if that thought excites you, check out Pilatus and Rigi. In Interlaken, you'll see postcard-worthy landscapes that look so perfect, you might even have to convince yourself they're real! "Lake-hop" from Lake Thun to Lake Brienz, where you'll find all sorts of valleys, waterfalls, and of course, stunning views. Your next night will be spent in the capital city of Bern. This UNESCO-recognized medieval city is filled with beauty, culture, history, and cuisine. Walk through the Old Town, stroll along the Aare River, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Swiss tradition.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityZurich
End CitySwitzerland

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Switzerland

Attractions

  • Bern
  • Lucerne
  • Zurich

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Zurich (ZRH)
    • Automatic, economy-sized rental car for 7 nights, including unlimited mileage, air conditioning, & mandatory insurances Pick up and drop off at Zurich Airport 7 nights' accommodation in the following hotels, or similar: 1 night in Zurich at the Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
    • 2 nights in Lucerne at the Altstadthotel Krone
    • 2 nights in Interlaken at the Hey Hotel
    • 1 night in Bern at the Hotel Kreuz
    • 1 night in Zurich at the Hotel Sternen Oerlikon Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Zurich!

Upon arrival in Zurich, pick up your rental car and get ready to explore! Head to your first luxurious accommodation and settle in. Then, head out to the city's Altstadt or "Old Town." Wander through amazing architecture, Gothic treasures, unique shops, and tons of great restaurants. Treat yourself to a delicious first night meal!

Day 2 Zurich - Lucerne

Enjoy your first Swiss breakfast, then set out for Lucerne. Along the way, you may want to stop at Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall! Take tons of selfies in front of this amazing natural phenomenon, then continue on your way.

Upon arrival in beauti...

Day 3 Lucerne

What a perfect day to get to know Lucerne! Explore all that the city and its surrounding areas have to offer. Gawk at the impressive mountainous panorama and watch historic steamships glide by on Lake Lucerne.

In the mood to do some hiking? Head to surrou...

Day 4 Lucerne - Interlaken

Recharge with breakfast, then embark on your short journey to Interlaken! On the way, consider stopping at the spectacular Aare River Gorge. This site actually provides a unique natural adventure, where you can walk through the gorge on a safe walkway!

Co...

Day 5 Interlaken

Today, explore the many beautiful gem-like lakes of the Interlaken area! After breakfast, take a drive to Lake Thun, a picture-perfect mountainside lake whose shore is dotted with small towns. From Lake Thun, head to Lake Brienz, a bright turquoise spectacle of...

Day 6 Interlaken - Bern

Enjoy a pleasant breakfast, then take a scenic drive to Switzerland's capital city - Bern! Upon arrival, check in to your hotel, then explore the city's charming Old Town. Bern's medieval streets are filled with ornate fountains and statues. Check out the Zytgl...

Day 7 Bern - Zurich

Spend a relaxing morning in Bern, then head back to where your journey first began: Zurich! What a perfect place to spend your last night in Switzerland. 

Walk along Bahnofstasse, Zurich's main downtown street, where you'll find the souvenirs of your drea...

Day 8 Depart Switzerland

Enjoy one last Swiss breakfast, then pack your bags and head to the airport. After returning your rental car, board your plane and wave goodbye to Zurich. Until next time!

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Last Updated: 4/15/2024

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