What do I have to bear in mind when picking up a hire car and is there a minimum age?

The minimum age for most vehicle categories is 21 years, for higher vehicle categories 25 years. In addition, driving experience of at least three years is required. For young drivers under the age of 25, there is often a surcharge . A credit card in the name of the main driver must be presented when picking up the hire car. A valid driving licence is also required. Additional drivers can be registered on pickup for a surcharge .

How do I find my way around the Grand Tour of Switzerland?

The route is well signposted with over 650 signs . Motorways are only used if necessary. You will also receive a guidebook and a Hallwag map so that you don't miss any highlights. The Grand Tour of Switzerland app also provides you with further information about the route and a practical navigation system.

How many kilometres do I drive each day on the Grand Tour of Switzerland?

The driving times of the Grand Tour of Switzerland vary , but you can expect a figure of around 3 to 5 hours per day . The exact number of kilometres for each day are specified in the programme . Depending on the route, stops and traffic , the journey time may also vary slightly.

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend that you book early to avoid disappointment. Demand is particularly high for the high season (see above). You can book your package online at the touch of a button or via our travel experts .

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Road Trip

Grand Tour of Switzerland – City & Culture

Short trip by car from the federal capital via the heart of Switzerland to the metropolis of Zurich. Embark on a cultural voyage of discovery in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bern's Old Town. You'll also have enough time to visit a museum before setting off on the Grand Tour of Switzerland to the next cultural city.

3 days / 2 nights

from £ 210

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Highlights

Bern – Swiss capital with charm and history
Drive through the hilly Emmental
Einsiedeln Abbey – traditional place of pilgrimage and baroque jewel
Lucerne and the picturesque Lake Lucerne
Zurich – small cosmopolitan city on Lake Zurich

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Itinerary

Overview

Day 1

Travelling to Bern

Itinerary

You are travelling to Bern, the federal city of Switzerland. Stroll through the old town, visit the Zytgloggeturm, the Bundeshaus and the Bärengraben.

Overnight stay in Bern

The Federal Palace in Bern on a sunny day, surrounded by autumn trees.

Day 2

Journey from Bern to Zurich

Itinerary

Today you will drive to Zurich on a varied route. Stop off at particularly beautiful places – for example in the Emmental, at Lake Lucerne or at Einsiedeln Abbey.

Distance: 220 km

Overnight stay in Zurich

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Day 3

Return journey from Zurich

Itinerary

Explore Zurich on a city tour, visit one of the many museums or enjoy the lake. From Zurich you travel to the end point of your journey. Or extend your stay.

View of Zurich with church, river, and bridge in sunny weather.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

April to October

Recommended travel period

June to September

High season

July, August

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