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The 15 Best Zurich Tours & Day Trips

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Zurich is a compact old town with a lake at the bottom of it and Switzerland’s best train connections at the top. Build a first visit out of these 15: the Niederdorf lanes, an hour on the water, and the half-days out to Rhine Falls, Lucerne and the peaks.

Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich - Engelberg and the climb to 3,000 meters
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Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

1.Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,960 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $215Our pick

Travel by coach from Zurich to Lucerne and Engelberg, then ride cable cars to 3,000 meters on Mount Titlis. You will have time for the Glacier Cave, Cliff Walk, Ice Flyer, and snow tubing, weather permitting. Guides such as Andrea, Dario, Monica, and Victor have led recent departures.

“We had a lovely day in Lucerne and Mount Titlis and were extremely lucky to have clear weather. The views are incredible and absolutely worth every penny. Bernie, our guide was great, friendly and clear in her instructions.”

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Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich - Rapperswil: roses, castle towers, and a useful lunch stop
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Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich

2.Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,745 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Travel by comfortable, air-conditioned coach from Zurich to Rapperswil, Vaduz, and the Heidi region. You’ll see medieval streets, alpine lakes, mountain valleys, and Liechtenstein’s capital with guides such as Raymond, Walter, or Carsten. In winter, Werdenberg replaces Heidi’s Village.

“Great tour but I wish that I would have been informed about Heidiland being mostly shut down from November onwards. Able to go to the village but not go into the buildings. Should have been told during the booking. Our tour guide, Walter was very knowledgeable and pleasant. I wonder if he was able to move in beside Roger Federer yet?”

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Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich - Sphinx Observatory and the Aletsch Glacier
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Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

3.Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,647 reviews · 11 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $380

Leave Zurich at 8:30 a.m. for Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, and Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. You’ll ride a cogwheel train and the Eiger Express, visit the Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory, and return by coach. Guides vary, with Kid and Raymond among the praised leaders.

“The views alll along the trip were amazing! It was a beautiful sunny day. Our guide, Kid, was fabulous. He kept us moving, helped everyone get the best pictures, ensured nobody was left behind, and he was entertaining. We loved Kid, he added so much to the experience. And he advised us to get food for lunch before we left Zürich, and to eat it on the cog train during the assent so as not to upset our stomachs. The views from both outside viewing areas were breathtaking. The walk through the glacier was fun and intriguing. The gondola ride on the way down was fantastic with the setting sun…”

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Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland - The morning drive through the Bernese Oberland
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Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

4.Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,409 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $386

Travel from Zurich to Interlaken and Grindelwald, then ride the Eiger Express gondola and cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch at 3,454 meters. Explore the Sphinx Observatory, Ice Palace, and Alpine Sensation with a multilingual guide such as Lars, Olga, or Andrea. Expect a long, carefully organized day.

“We had a really great experience during this tour. Fernando was very knowledgeable and informative, whilst Min was also very helpful at all times.”

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Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride - Starting at Sihlquai and seeing Zurich by coach
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Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride

5.Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,229 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $86

See Zurich by air-conditioned coach, walk the Old Town, cross Lake Zurich by ferry, and ride the cable car to Felsenegg at 800 meters. English and Spanish commentary, guides such as Marianne, Lars, and Sofia, and a compact schedule make this a useful first look at the city.

“Perfect balance of walking and bus rides. Lots of scenery. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Perfect length when just flying in the same morning! I highly recommend!”

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Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket - Walking from the Lake to Lindt Home of Chocolate
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Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket

6.Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,028 reviews · 5 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Spend about 5 hours and 15 minutes seeing Zurich by coach, on foot, and from Lake Zurich before visiting Lindt Home of Chocolate. Guides such as Daniel, Renate, Fernando, and Katrin lead the city portion in English. Add the optional FIFA Museum for an independent football-themed visit afterward.

“Good overview of city and takes you to parts you might not otherwise see. Guide was fantastic. Boat trip was short, but worth it to get to Lindt.”

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Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich - Rhine Falls and Castle Laufen: one hour of thunder
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Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich

7.Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 716 reviews · 5 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Leave Zurich at 1:15 pm by air-conditioned coach for Rhine Falls and Castle Laufen, then walk through mural-covered Stein am Rhein. A multilingual guide such as Francesca, Bjorn, or Monika provides commentary. The optional summer boat ride costs CHF 12 and gets you close to the spray.

“The tour guide was very informative and knowledgeable. Bus driver was very good getting us around the highways”

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Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise - Lucerne in less than an hour
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Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise

8.Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 694 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $250

Travel from Zurich to Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus with a multilingual guide such as Adolfo or Rafael. Explore Lucerne briefly, ride gondolas to 2,132 meters, walk the Dragon’s Path, descend by the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, and finish with a Lake Lucerne cruise in the summer season.

“Bus, train and cable car this tour has it all. Along with beautiful mountains, lakes and views all seen with very informative commentary from an experienced guide. A day well spent in nature with lovely professional people.”

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Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car - Old Town sights, from Bahnhofstrasse to the Grossmünster
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Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

9.Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 669 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $111Top rated

Start at the Swiss National Museum and explore Zurich with a local guide such as Greg or Patricia. Walk the Old Town, ride the Polybahn, cruise Lake Zurich, and take a cable car or train toward Felsenegg or Uetliberg. Expect a small group, many transport modes, hills, and about six hours on the move.

“Greg was a great host and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour. He answered all our questions and made the tour very interesting and informative - with a bit of humor as well 😁 It was a great experience- We travelled on tram train bus boat and cable car! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Zurich”

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Zurich Old Town Walking Tour - Fraumünster and its famous windows
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Zurich Old Town Walking Tour

10.Zurich Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 479 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33Best value

Set out from Zurich Main Station with an English speaking guide such as Eric, Michael, Claudia, or Ann. In two hours, you’ll connect Bahnhofstrasse, Lindenhof, Fraumünster, Niederdorf, and Grossmünster through local stories, practical tips, and an easy city orientation. Expect hills, steps, and plenty of walking.

“Lots of walking and steep steps. Covered lots of city. Very informative . Guide was hard to hear at some places.”

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Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip from Zurich - Leaving Zurich for the Bernese Oberland
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Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip from Zurich

11.Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 464 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $147

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Zurich into the Bernese Oberland, with guided visits to Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Lauterbrunnen. You get the most time in Grindelwald, where optional Mount First, Glacier Canyon, and Pfingstegg activities cost extra. English and Spanish guiding is provided.

“Amazing, knowledgeable guide, perfect weather, plenty of time to explore, eat, rest, highly reccomnded”

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Rhine Falls Coach Tour incl. entry tickets from Zurich - The rural drive to Laufen Castle
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Rhine Falls Coach Tour incl. entry tickets from Zurich

12.Rhine Falls Coach Tour incl. entry tickets from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 405 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Travel from central Zurich by air-conditioned coach through vineyard country to Rhine Falls. Your guide covers Swiss history on the way, with entry to Laufen Castle and the falls included. You get about an hour on site, plus an optional boat ride close to the water in the warmer months.

“Wonderful tour. Great tour guide and driver. Such a beautiful place. This is a must see and do tour!”

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Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen Lungern Interlaken Semi-Private - Giessbach Falls adds the day’s best walk
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Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen Lungern Interlaken Semi-Private

13.Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen Lungern Interlaken Semi-Private

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 393 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $292

Travel from Zurich in a van for up to eight people, stopping at turquoise Lake Lungern, Giessbach Falls, Grindelwald, and Lauterbrunnen. Your guide, such as Carlos, Marjorie, or Anouar, handles the mountain roads and points out photo stops while you enjoy free time in the villages.

“The driver was great. Very informative. HOWEVER,THE BLACK BLOCKOUT WINDOWS WAS RIDULOUS!!!! The only person that had a good view out was passenger in front seat. We couldn’t see anything until the van stopped.. A pure waste of money and time.”

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Zurich City Tour with Audio Commentary - Old Town churches and the Limmatquai riverfront
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Zurich City Tour with Audio Commentary

14.Zurich City Tour with Audio Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 372 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44

Ride Zurich’s reinvented trolley for about two hours from Sihlquai Bus Terminal. You’ll pass Bahnhofstrasse, Paradeplatz, Old Town churches, Zürichberg villas, and Lake Zurich, with audio commentary in 11 languages, Wi-Fi, and two photo stops.

“Had an accident and no one form yourself or the bus operators company contacted us to check if we fine. We didn’t get to complete the tour.”

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Swiss Alps: Interlaken and Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich - The Road to Interlaken and the Bernese Oberland
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Swiss Alps: Interlaken and Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich

15.Swiss Alps: Interlaken and Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 360 reviews · 11 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Zurich to Interlaken and Grindelwald, with free time in both Alpine towns. The tour may include guides such as Kid or Hans, while the optional Mt. First cable car runs in summer. Expect a long day, scenic roads, and mostly independent exploring.

“It is a long day but worth it! Kid our guide was amazing and fun! We could not get all the way to the ‘top of Europe’ but the company refunded us. They really tried but train track problems occurred not the company’s fault.”

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