Classic Switzerland Road Trip

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Departure Date

December 22, 2026

Overview

  • Begin in Zurich, exploring its lakeside charm and panoramic views from Felsenegg overlooking the Alps.
  • Visit Europe’s largest waterfall, the Rhine Falls, before discovering Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge and Old Town.
  • Ascend Mount Pilatus by gondola and descend by cogwheel railway, followed by a serene Lake Lucerne cruise.
  • Journey through the Aare Gorge to Interlaken, then ride the funicular to Harder Kulm for sweeping Alpine vistas.
  • Explore Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old Town via scenic stops at Trummelbach Falls, Lake Thun and the St. Beatus Caves.

 

Highlights

Trip Includes

  • 7-day car rental category C (VW Golf manual or similar) with airport pick-up and drop-off and unlimited mileage
  • 1 night premium accommodation in Zurich
  • 2 nights premium accommodation in Lucerne
  • 2 nights premium accommodation in Interlaken
  • 1 night moderate accommodation in Bern
  • Breakfast daily (excluding Day 1)

 

Trip Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
  • Gratuities
  • Optional excursions
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Passport & Visa fees, if applicable

 

Upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Visit this extraordinary city that won the award 'The City with the Best Quality of Life', you may enjoy a sightseeing tour of Zurich and take in the fabulous views of the Alps and Lake Zurich from the Hohenstrasse. Then you'll continue to Adliswil where you may take the cable car to Felsenegg, where a great view over Zurich, the lake 'Zürichsee' and the Alps with its white peaks is waiting for you.

 

Zurich

 

Your Accommodation

Central Plaza Hotel Zurich

Dating from 1883, the Central Plaza Hotel is situated right at Zurich's Central Square next to the main railway station .The Plaza houses a grill restaurant and a piano bar with live music, as well as the King's Cave Restaurant, which is located in the cellar of the building and has a unique ambience with an open fireplace, ancient mirrors and paintings. All rooms are soundproofed and comfortable. Guests can use the gym next to the hotel for free. The Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich's most popular shopping street, numerous banks, several museums and art galleries are only few steps away from the Central Plaza.

Central Plaza Hotel Zurich

Today you'll start the day with an opportunity visit to the Rhine Falls, this is Europe's largest waterfall and it is a grandiose natural phenomenon. Optionally, you can take a boat tour (only possible in summer, not incl.) to the rock in the middle of the falls. You'll continue to Lucerne, which is one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland, famous for its Chapel Bridge or Kapellbrücke. Visit the old town with its colorful facades.

 

Zurich - The Rhine Falls - Lucerne

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Breakfast

 

Your Accommodation

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

In the centre of Lucerne, between Lake Lucerne and the Alps, the AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora welcomes you. The 4-star hotel combines Swiss originality with urban flair: natural materials such as wood and leather meet fresh colours, and modern, minimalist design. Modern design meets Swiss authenticity: Enjoy extraordinary comfort in the AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora. Discover our different room categories.

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

After breakfast you may visit the impressive Mount Pilatus, where you can reach the top with the panorama gondola. Later you may descend with the world's steepest cogwheel railway which can be followed by an unforgettable boat tour on the Lake Lucerne.

 

Lucerne - Mount Pilatus - Lucerne

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Breakfast

 

Your Accommodation

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

In the centre of Lucerne, between Lake Lucerne and the Alps, the AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora welcomes you. The 4-star hotel combines Swiss originality with urban flair: natural materials such as wood and leather meet fresh colours, and modern, minimalist design. Modern design meets Swiss authenticity: Enjoy extraordinary comfort in the AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora. Discover our different room categories.

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

Your day may start with a trip to the spectacular gorge of the Aare River. You can walk through the gorge on a safe walkway, this is without doubt a unique natural adventure! (not included). Then you'll continue to Interlaken at the foot of Mount Jungfrau which is located between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. Nowadays, Interlaken is considered one of the most visited tourist destinations in Switzerland. You may take a ride to the 1321 meter Harder Kulm viewpoint with the funicular that offers you a wonderful view overlooking the mountains and the lakes.

 

Lucerne - Aare Gorge - Harder Kulm - Interlaken

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Breakfast

 

Your Accommodation

Hotel Krebs

A warm welcome to Hotel Krebs! Centrally located, just a short foot walk from the train station West, the Hotel Krebs is equally popular with business travelers and also tourists. 2008 renovated 37 rooms and 7 suites are modernly furbished and boost friendly colours. In the interest of guests, Hotel Krebs exclusively disposes of non-smoking rooms. The use of the internet and Wi-Fi is free of charge, and all rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi access.

Hotel Krebs

Your day may begin with a trip to the Lauterbrunnen Valley to visit the impressive Trummelbach Falls inside the mountains. The Trummelbach drains the water of the glaciers Jungfrau, Eiger and Mönch. Later you have the possibility to do an exciting and unforgettable tour (optional, not incl.) to Jungfraujoch, which is considered 'Top of Europe' that has been declared a natural world heritage site by the UNESCO.

 

Interlaken - Trummelbach Falls - Jungfraujoch - Interlaken

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Breakfast

 

Your Accommodation

Hotel Krebs

A warm welcome to Hotel Krebs! Centrally located, just a short foot walk from the train station West, the Hotel Krebs is equally popular with business travelers and also tourists. 2008 renovated 37 rooms and 7 suites are modernly furbished and boost friendly colours. In the interest of guests, Hotel Krebs exclusively disposes of non-smoking rooms. The use of the internet and Wi-Fi is free of charge, and all rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi access.

Hotel Krebs

After breakfast travel to Bern. There is a possibility on the way to visit the St. Beatus caves, discover the impressive caves of stalactites and stalagmites formed by nature itself (admission not included). Afterwards you can enjoy a boat ride along the Thun Lake (not included). Your drive continues to Bern, a city located alongside the Aare River. Bern is one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. Its old town is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its well preserved medieval architecture.

 

Interlaken - St. Beatus Caves - Bern

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Your Accommodation

Hotel Bristol Bern

According to the UNESCO, the Old Town of Bern is "a living example of town planning in the Middle Ages". A special feature is the arcades, "the longest covered shopping mall in Europe". Accordingly the capital city of Switzerland can be proud of an old town which as early as 1983 received the distinction of a World Heritage site. And right at the centre of the World Heritage site you can stay at the Best Western Hotel Bristol and discover Bern from this top location.

Hotel Bristol Bern

After breakfast travel to Zurich. The tours ends at the airport in Zurich.

 

Bern - Zurich

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Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.