Road Trip Grand Tour of Switzerland – Eastern Route

The eastern route takes you through impressive landscapes and cultural highlights in the eastern and southern parts of Switzerland. The road trip feeling really comes to life as you drive through the hilly landscapes of Appenzellerland and the mountains of Graubünden. In the south of Switzerland, you will find Mediterranean flair and the lifestyle of La Dolce Vita.

6 days / 5 nights
from CHF 630
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A wide view of the impressively roaring Rhine Falls amidst green landscape under a clear sky.
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Highlights

  • St. Gallen – charming old town and baroque monastery complex
  • Mediterranean flair in Ticino
  • Davos – a paradise for outdoor adventures and alpine relaxation
  • Driving pleasure amidst breathtaking landscapes and over spectacular Alpine passes
  • Rhine Falls - the largest waterfall in Europe

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Itinerary

Overview

  • Day 1 Arrival in Zurich
  • Day 2 Journey from Zurich to St. Gallen
  • Day 3 Journey from St. Gallen to Davos
  • Day 4 Journey from Davos to Lugano
  • Day 5 Journey from Lugano to Lucerne
  • Day 6 Journey from Lucerne to Zurich and onward travel

Map of Switzerland with the Grand Tour of Switzerland – Eastern route from Zurich to Lucerne
Day 1

Arrival in Zurich

Itinerary

Start your journey from your individual starting point in Switzerland and travel to Zurich.

Overnight stay in Zurich
Day 2

Journey from Zurich to St. Gallen

Itinerary

Travel from Zurich via Schaffhausen to St. Gallen. Enjoy the scenery during the journey and discover the charming villages along the way.

Distance: 150 km

Overnight stay in St. Gallen
Day 3

Journey from St. Gallen to Davos

Itinerary

Travel from St. Gallen via Appenzellerland to Davos. Enjoy the journey and discover the beautiful landscape along the way.

Distance: 183 km

Overnight stay in Davos
Day 4

Journey from Davos to Lugano

Itinerary

The route continues from Davos through the Engadin over the Julier Pass and the San Bernardino Pass to Lugano.

Distance: 290 km

Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 5

Journey from Lugano to Lucerne

Itinerary

Travel from Lugano via Bellinzona, the Gotthard and Grimsel passes to Meiringen and finally reach Lucerne. Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way!

Distance: 236 km

Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 6

Journey from Lucerne to Zurich and onward travel

Itinerary

Travel from Lucerne to Zurich. Alternatively, you can extend your stay at a location of your choice.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period
April to October
Recommended travel period
June to September
High season
July, August

Important information about the trip

What our Switzerland expert says

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Freedom of road trip

I particularly like the freedom of a road trip – just stop at any time and savour the beauty of the place.

Sarah

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6 days / 5 nights
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