We offer Budget, Standard and Luxury level roadtrips so you can always find something that suits your budget. For this roadtrip, here are the hotels you might typically stay at and hire car class for each roadtrip level:
Bustling modern cities
Quintessential Alpine towns
Stunning Swiss countryside
duration
13 days
2 HRS Average
driving per day
A global finance hub, Zurich clusters around a charismatic Old Town on the northern shores of Lake Zurich. Its 19th-century Polybahn funicular offers sweeping views of the city while the surrealist works of local artist, Fuseli, are showcased at the Kunsthaus. Learn about the evolution of coffee culture at the Johann Jacobs Museum, stroll along the lakeside promenade to the Tiefenbrunnen public baths, then party into the early hours in Zurich’s legendary clubs.
Nestled below the pyramid-shaped peak of the Matterhorn, Zermatt is an attractive mountain resort town in the heart of an alpine playground. Ride the Gornergrat railway to soak up the breathtaking mountain views or jump aboard the funiculars, cable cars and ski lifts that access more than 360 kilometres of pistes. When you’re not out revelling in the great outdoors, experience the lively après-ski scene in the town’s pedestrianised streets.
Surrounded by soaring mountains near France’s border with Switzerland and Italy, Chamonix lies at the base of legendary Mont Blanc. Ride the cable car that leads to its dramatic peak and witness the mesmerising blues of the Glacier des Bossons, then soak up the fairytale atmosphere of Argentiere. Unparalleled views are on offer at Le 3842, which dishes up high-end cuisine alongside the aptly-named glass cube “Step into the Void”.
Famed for its summer jazz festival, Montreux is a lakeside resort town that’s backed by the snowcapped peaks of the Swiss Alps. Stroll along the flower-filled promenade to admire the ornate Belle Époque buildings and see where Freddy Mercury once recorded at the Montreux Mountain Studios. Don’t miss the medieval frescoes and Gothic dungeons of the Château de Chillon before riding the Lavaux Express through the surrounding UNESCO-listed vineyards.
Sprawling around a hairpin bend in the Aare River, Bern serves as the stately capital of Switzerland. The city’s 12th-century origins are visible in the preserved medieval buildings that cluster in its UNESCO-listed Old Town, with winding cobblestone streets that are lined with cosy cafes and bookstores. Witness the outstanding art collection at the Kunstmuseum and see the circus of mechanical creations at the 800-year-old Clock Tower.
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We offer Budget, Standard and Luxury level roadtrips so you can always find something that suits your budget. For this roadtrip, here are the hotels you might typically stay at and hire car class for each roadtrip level:
Mini or larger
Midsize or larger
Standard or larger
95% of the hotels are rated “Fabulous” or better on Expedia so you can be confident of a great series of stays.
We only hire cars from blue chip providers. They will come with collision damage waivers to reduce your risk, and air conditioning.
You’ll get a personalized ModernRoadtrips Guide with booking details, route suggestions, food recommendations, hidden gems, and much more.
A global finance hub, Zurich clusters around a charismatic Old Town on the northern shores of Lake Zurich. Its 19th-century Polybahn funicular offers sweeping views of the city while the surrealist works of local artist, Fuseli, are showcased at the Kunsthaus. Learn about the evolution of coffee culture at the Johann Jacobs Museum, stroll along the lakeside promenade to the Tiefenbrunnen public baths, then party into the early hours in Zurich’s legendary clubs.
Nestled below the pyramid-shaped peak of the Matterhorn, Zermatt is an attractive mountain resort town in the heart of an alpine playground. Ride the Gornergrat railway to soak up the breathtaking mountain views or jump aboard the funiculars, cable cars and ski lifts that access more than 360 kilometres of pistes. When you’re not out revelling in the great outdoors, experience the lively après-ski scene in the town’s pedestrianised streets.
Surrounded by soaring mountains near France’s border with Switzerland and Italy, Chamonix lies at the base of legendary Mont Blanc. Ride the cable car that leads to its dramatic peak and witness the mesmerising blues of the Glacier des Bossons, then soak up the fairytale atmosphere of Argentiere. Unparalleled views are on offer at Le 3842, which dishes up high-end cuisine alongside the aptly-named glass cube “Step into the Void”.
Famed for its summer jazz festival, Montreux is a lakeside resort town that’s backed by the snowcapped peaks of the Swiss Alps. Stroll along the flower-filled promenade to admire the ornate Belle Époque buildings and see where Freddy Mercury once recorded at the Montreux Mountain Studios. Don’t miss the medieval frescoes and Gothic dungeons of the Château de Chillon before riding the Lavaux Express through the surrounding UNESCO-listed vineyards.
Sprawling around a hairpin bend in the Aare River, Bern serves as the stately capital of Switzerland. The city’s 12th-century origins are visible in the preserved medieval buildings that cluster in its UNESCO-listed Old Town, with winding cobblestone streets that are lined with cosy cafes and bookstores. Witness the outstanding art collection at the Kunstmuseum and see the circus of mechanical creations at the 800-year-old Clock Tower.
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