Self-drive road trip · Switzerland, Italy
Switzerland and a Taste of Italy
Per person, estimatedUS$1,254
Explore at your own pace with a rental car included
Iconic Alpine scenery from the Jungfrau to the Matterhorn
Two countries, one seamless road trip
Optional mountain railways and cable cars along the way
Comfortable driving distances between stops — no long slogs
End the journey with sunny Italian lakes and island boat trips
Built-in free time so you can slow down when you want to
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 Zurich
Your stay in ZurichDays 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 15 days.
Overnight: Hotel Montana Zurich, night 1 of 2
Overnight: Hotel Montana Zurich, night 2 of 2
“Discover Hotel #5904, perfectly positioned just steps from Zurich's main train station with easy access to the city center, shopping, and dining. Guests rave about the exceptional location, outstanding breakfast, and genuinely welcoming staff who go the extra mile, plus convenient amenities like free luggage storage and easy self-check-in.”
Included in your trip2 Nights, Konradstrasse 39
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Zurich 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: Hotel Luzernerhof, night 1 of 2
Overnight: Hotel Luzernerhof, night 2 of 2
“This recently renovated hotel impresses guests with its excellent location near the lake and railway station, clean and comfortable modern rooms, and genuinely friendly staff. Visitors particularly appreciate the welcoming reception, quality breakfast, and outstanding value for money in this convenient lakeside setting.”
Included in your trip2 Nights, Alpenstrasse 3
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Lucerne surprise you.
Stay longer or shorter in Interlaken
Your stay in InterlakenDays 5–8
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 Harder Minerva, night 1 of 3
Overnight: Hotel Harder Minerva, night 2 of 3
Overnight: Hotel Harder Minerva, night 3 of 3
“Discover Hotel Harder Minerva in Interlaken, where guests rave about the spotless rooms, warm hospitality, and generous breakfast featuring fresh options. This charming property offers exceptional value with a prime location near the train station, perfect for exploring this Alpine destination.”
Included in your trip3 Nights, Harderstrasse 15
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Interlaken surprise you.
Stay longer or shorter in Sion
Your stay in SionDays 8–11
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 Albatros Zermatt, night 1 of 3
Overnight: Hotel Albatros Zermatt, night 2 of 3
Overnight: Hotel Albatros Zermatt, night 3 of 3
“This charming, newly built guesthouse wins hearts with its spotless, modern rooms, excellent bathrooms, and exceptionally well-equipped shared kitchen—all at remarkably reasonable prices. Guests rave about the warm, attentive owner and peaceful location, making it the perfect home-away-from-home for families and pet-friendly travelers alike.”
Included in your trip3 Nights, Steinmattstrasse 93, Zermatt
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Sion surprise you.
Stay longer or shorter in Stresa
Your stay in StresaDays 11–14
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 Boston, night 1 of 3
Overnight: Hotel Boston, night 2 of 3
Overnight: Hotel Boston, night 3 of 3
Included in your trip3 Nights, Viale Duchessa Di Genova 13
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Stresa surprise you.
Stay longer or shorter in Zurich
Your stay in ZurichDays 14–15
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 Montana Zurich
“Discover Hotel #5904, perfectly positioned just steps from Zurich's main train station with easy access to the city center, shopping, and dining. Guests rave about the exceptional location, outstanding breakfast, and genuinely welcoming staff who go the extra mile, plus convenient amenities like free luggage storage and easy self-check-in.”
Included in your trip1 night, Konradstrasse 39
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Zurich 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 15 days. Want more room or comfort? Upgrade below.
Pick up, day 1ZURICH (EAP), from 10:00
Return, day 14ZURICH (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$2,508
How this road trip stacks up against similar self-drive tours, side by side.
| Tour | |  |  |  |
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| Price, per person | ||||
| From | US$1,254 | US$1,496 | US$1,046 | US$1,594 |
| Per night | US$90 / night | US$115 / night | US$80 / nightBest | US$123 / night |
| The trip | ||||
| Duration | 15 days, 14 nights | 14 days, 13 nights | 14 days, 13 nights | 14 days, 13 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 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
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| Places | Zürich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Sion, Stresa | Nungwi, Bologna, Florence, Siena, Lucca, Parma, Milan | Bingen Am Rhein, Strasbourg, Ingersheim, Fuessen, Salzburg, Munich, Rothenburg Ob Der Tauber, Frankfurt | Stockholm, Gävle, Sundsvall, Docksta, Östersund, Mora, Avesta, Västerås |
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| Start and finish | Zurich | Milano | Frankfurt | Stockholm |
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| On the road |
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| Total driving | About 285 km | About 845 km | About 1,360 km | About 1,330 km |
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| Longest drive day | About 95 kmBest | About 290 km | About 330 km | About 300 km |
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| Car included | Compact | Intermediate | Compact | Yes |
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| Stays and extras |
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| Hotels included | 3 to 4-star hotels | 1 to 4-star hotels | 2 to 4-star hotels | 2 to 4-star hotels |
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| Hotel choice | About 10 hotels per stop | About 12 hotels per stop | About 16 hotels per stopBest | About 9 hotels per stop |
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| Airport transfer | Not included | Not included | Not included | Not included |
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FromUS$1,046per person
