Basel to Bern: Private day trip
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About your trip
This round-trip journey from Basel to Bern and back offers an unforgettable escape into the Swiss Alps. Explore Bern’s historic core, scenic rose gardens, and river paths in just half a day, with your driver ensuring comfort, local insights, and effortless travel through the heart of Switzerland.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Basel whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Expect smooth, punctual travel through one of the most gorgeous cities in Switzerland with a knowledgeable driver who will handle the logistics while you explore the timeless sights.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Bern should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €206
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€618
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Basel
You choose the pickup spot.
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Bern
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 5 hours - admission not included






Back to Basel
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
Bern stands out with its exceptionally well-preserved medieval old town- a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring 6 kilometers of arcaded shopping promenades (Lauben), distinctive 16th-century fountains with colorful sculptures, the Zytglogge medieval clock tower with moving figures, and charming sandstone buildings that create a harmonious architectural ensemble.
The drive from Basel to Bern takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes covering a distance of about 100 kilometers. With a private Daytrip transfer you'll travel comfortably through the scenic Swiss countryside with the option to make stops at interesting locations along the way.
Don't miss the Zytglogge (clock tower) with its astronomical clock and moving figures, the 15th-century Bern Minster (cathedral) with Switzerland's tallest spire the Bear Park (Bärenpark) where the city's symbols live the Einstein Museum, and the Parliament Building with its impressive dome.
Absolutely. With 5 hours to explore, you can thoroughly enjoy Bern's compact old town, visit several museums (the Einstein Museum, Paul Klee Center, or Historical Museum), enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant, and still have time for shopping under the medieval arcades. The city is perfectly sized for a satisfying day trip.
Bern's old town occupies a peninsula created by a sharp bend in the Aare River, providing natural protection on three sides. The uniform sandstone buildings with their distinctive red roofs, arcaded walkways, and cellar shops create a cohesive medieval appearance, while the 11 ornate Renaissance fountains add colorful focal points throughout the city.
Yes, the Rose Garden (Rosengarten) above the Bear Park offers spectacular panoramic views of the old town and the river. The Bern Minster tower provides another excellent vantage point after climbing 344 steps. For a unique perspective, try walking along the Aare River or crossing one of the historic bridges that span it.
Bern offers excellent opportunities to try traditional Swiss cuisine. Sample local specialties like Bernese platter (mixed meats and sauerkraut), rosti (potato dish), raclette, or fondue at historic restaurants in the old town. The covered market halls also offer fresh local products and casual dining options.
Bern's historic center is compact and pedestrian-friendly, with most attractions within walking distance of each other. Public transportation is excellent, with free tram and bus service included in most hotel stays. The arcaded walkways provide shelter for exploring even during inclement weather, making Bern an ideal destination year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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