Firs on this tour, yo'll discover Northern Switzerland, a beautiful wine-growing region with charming farming villages located close to the German border. After a scenic coach ride in the morning, you'll reach the medieval Castle Laufen with the mighty Rhine Falls, Europe's biggest waterfall. Enjoy spectacular views from the panoramic trail and feel the spindrift of the rumbling waters on an optional boat ride (summer only) close to the falls. After this sublime nature experience, you'll return via German territory to Zürich.

You'll then have your lunch break, before exploring Switzerland's business and cultural center in an air-conditioned coach. You'll pass by the castle-like National Museum, the shopping avenue Bahnhofsstrasse and Zürich's famous financial district, and you'll enjoy a photo stop at the beautiful Lake Zürich. Next you'll ride through the prestigious Zürichberg district and enjoy breathtaking vistas of the city, the lake, and the snow-covered Alps. Finally you'll cruise around the university quarter with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) and Zürich's art museum.

After that you'll have a picture stop in the charming Old Town with the patriarchal guild houses, St. Peter church with Europe’s largest clock face, the Grossmünster church, and the Fraumünster church. Following a short introduction walk, the tour will end with a scenic drive back along the Limmatquai.

Explore the splendid medieval Castle Laufen
Enjoy a beautiful sight from the viewing platform right above Europe's biggest waterfalls
See the famous shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse and the financial district
Admire beautiful views of the Lake Zurich and the Swiss Alps
Go for a short walk through the Old Town

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on site:

10 CHF per adult or 5 CHF per child to take the boat ride (optional); please note this activity is subject to availability and isn't suitable for guests with reduced mobility or strollers

Know in advance:

this tour combines a Rhine Falls tour in the morning (3 hours and 45 minutes) with a Zurich city tour in the afternoon (2 hours and 15 minutes); in between, you'll have 2 hours to spend at leisure for lunch
the Rhine Falls tour will have an English/Spanish-speaking guide service
the Zurich city tour will have an English-speaking guide service
on your journey from the Rhine Falls to Zurich, you'll pass via Germany; passport is mandatory
external weather conditions are beyond partner's control, consequently they're unable to offer refunds due to poor or less than ideal weather
also, refunds aren't possible for last-minute tour cancellations due to flight changes or unforeseen health issues; please consider a travel insurance before your trip to cover such situations

Remember to bring:

a pair of solid shoes
your ID and booking confirmation, plus your passport

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Guided tour
Entrance ticket
Transportation

Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Boat ride at Rhine Falls (CHF 10 per adult, CHF 5 per child)

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

Meeting point:

The departure place is the Sihlquai Bus Station (Limmatstrasse 4), located behind the train station, in front of the Hotel Fred. The meeting point is a white ticket booth marked with "Best of Switzerland Tours" or "Tickets here" signs.