Self-drive road trip · Switzerland
Zurich - Lucerne - Interlaken
Per person, estimatedUS$434
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
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.
Stay longer or shorter in Zürich
Your stay in ZürichDays 1–3
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.
Pick up your car at ZURICH (EAP), from 10:00. It's yours for all 7 days.
Overnight: Swiss Star Longstreet, night 1 of 2
Overnight: Swiss Star Longstreet, night 2 of 2
“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.”
Included in your trip2 Nights, Langstrasse 213
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Zürich surprise you.
Stay longer or shorter in Lucerne
Your stay in LucerneDays 3–5
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.
Overnight: ibis Styles Luzern, night 1 of 2
Overnight: ibis Styles Luzern, night 2 of 2
“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.”
Included in your trip2 Nights, Friedenstrasse 8
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Lucerne surprise you.
Stay longer or shorter in Interlaken
Your stay in InterlakenDays 5–7
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.
Overnight: Hotel Chalet Swiss, night 1 of 2
Overnight: Hotel Chalet Swiss, night 2 of 2
“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.”
Included in your trip2 Nights, Seestrasse 22
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Interlaken surprise you.
Return your car at ZURICH (EAP) by 10:00, then check in for your flight home.
Departure day · No overnight stay
A rental car is included for all 7 days. Want more room or comfort? Upgrade below.
Pick up, day 1ZURICH (EAP), from 10:00
Return, day 6ZURICH (EAP), by 10:00
Good to knowRates assume a driver aged 30 or over.
Operated by Avia Travel & Tours.
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Estimated total, 2 travelersUS$868
How this road trip stacks up against similar self-drive tours, side by side.
| Tour | |  |  |  |
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| Price, per person | ||||
| From | US$434 | US$452 | US$1,931 | US$350 |
| Per night | US$72 / night | US$75 / night | US$322 / night | US$58 / nightBest |
| The trip | ||||
| Duration | 7 days, 6 nights | 7 days, 6 nights | 7 days, 6 nights | 7 days, 6 nights |
| You're viewing this tour | View tour | View tour | View tour |
"From" prices are per person for 2 travelers sharing, at the cheapest hotels. Driving is estimated from the stop locations.
| Stops | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
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| Places | Zürich, Lucerne, Unterseen | Milano, Verona, Lago di Garda Nord, Como | Rome, Áquila | Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Fuessen, Munich |
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| Start and finish | Zurich | Milan | Rome | Munich |
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| On the road |
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| Total driving | About 115 km | About 370 km | About 115 km | About 155 km |
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| Longest drive day | About 65 kmBest | About 175 km | About 115 km | About 115 km |
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| Car included | Economy | Compact | Economy | Mini |
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| Stays and extras |
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| Hotels included | 3-star hotels | 4-star hotels | 4-star hotels | 2 to 4-star hotels |
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| Hotel choice | About 14 hotels per stopBest | About 9 hotels per stop | About 7 hotels per stop | About 12 hotels per stop |
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| Airport transfer | Not included | Not included | Not included | Not included |
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FromUS$1,931per person
