Top Zurich Half-day Tours

Explore Zurich on a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. Climb aboard a luxury coach for a panoramic tour of top sights like the Swiss National Museum, the Zurich Opera House and the Old Town, and then take to the water for a scenic ferry crossing of Lake Zurich. Marvel at the grand architecture of Fraumünster Church and the Bahnhofstrasse and then gaze at sweeping Alpine vistas as you ride a cable car to the vertiginous Felsenegg vantage point.

Journey from Zurich to see the Rhine Falls and historical Stein am Rhein on this half-day sightseeing trip by air-conditioned coach. Travel northward through vine-coated hills to the Swiss-German border. Visit Laufen Castle to see the falls, and if you’re here in summer, take an optional boat ride for an up-close look at the cascades. Continue to Stein am Rhein and enjoy a walking tour through the Old Town, passing the fresco-covered houses and other medieval landmarks.

See the best of Switzerland's business and cultural hub on a half-day tour of Zurich. Follow your guide to the city's top attractions, including the shopping haven of Bahnhofstrasse, the Opera House, National Museum, and charming Old Town. Ride uphill by cogwheel train for panoramic views over the city and then take a 30-minute cruise on Lake Zurich. Top off the trip with a stop at the newly opened Lindt Home of Chocolate, where you can marvel at the world's highest free standing chocolate fountain. After an audio-guided tour through the museum, taste as much chocolate as your heart desires before returning by coach to Sihlquai Coach Parking.

Experience Mount Titlis’ dramatic summit on a full-day excursion from Zurich. First, explore Old Town Lucerne on a short orientation drive through the city and then explore independently. Travel to Engelberg, a resort cradled by the Swiss Alps, and ascend to the summit of Mount Titlis for breathtaking Alpine vistas. Take a chairlift to get up close to frozen crevices, and cross Europe’s highest suspension bridge. During winter, upgrade to include a skiing option.

Ascend to one of Europe’s highest peaks on a full-day trip to the magnificent mountain region of Jungfrau from Zurich. With a knowledgeable guide, travel by luxury coach through the scenic splendor of the Bernese Oberland region to the charming village of Grindelwald. Board the gondola Eiger Express of the newly opened V-Cableway and ascend the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jungfraujoch mountain pass. Absorb sweeping vistas of a sprawling Alpine wonderland from the vertiginous vantage point of the Sphinx Observatory. Explore the enchanting depths of an Ice Palace and capture fabulous photographs of the breath-taking landscape during your tour.

Marvel at the Rhine Falls of northern Switzerland on a tour from Zurich by coach. In addition to free time to explore Europe's largest waterfall at your leisure, enjoy a photo stop outside the medieval Laufen Castle. On the return drive you’ll pass through Schaffhausen for a glimpse of Munot Fortress, built in the 16th century. During summer months (June to August), you have the option of a boat ride that brings you up close to Rhine Falls.

Enhance your sightseeing experience of Switzerland’s cultural capital on a half-day tour of Zurich and the quaint neighboring village of Rapperswil. With a knowledgeable guide, discover blooming rose gardens; see sweeping vistas of the snow-capped Alps; and stroll amid the verdant splendor of a deer park to see the majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Marvel at the ancient castle that reigns over the village of Rapperswil and then conclude your tour with a tranquil boat ride on Lake Zurich.

Enhance your experience of Switzerland on a full-day tour of the country’s scenic countryside from Zurich. Delve into rich cultural traditions with an expert guide as you explore picturesque towns and cultural institutions; sample fine Swiss cheese at a traditional cheese factory; ride an aerial cable car over the magnificent Swiss Alps; sample chocolate at a traditional chocolate producer.; and visit a Swiss cow farm and a herbal garden . Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 16 explorers, and take home with you a goodie bag including typical Swiss products.

Towering over the Alpine resort of Engelberg, Mt. Titlis ranks among central Switzerland’s top natural attractions—a haven of outdoor adventure all year round. On this tour from Zurich, reach the peak with ease by deluxe vehicle and rotating cable-car, and enjoy unrivalled views over the Alpine scenery. Enjoy unlimited access to the rides and attractions at the peak, and embrace outdoor adventure in the Swiss countryside.

If you want to experience all of the outstanding things Zurich has to offer in a single sightseeing outing, this is the tour package for you. Experience the town on this unique city tour with detailed commentaries in one of eleven languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, and Hindi.  The air-conditioned Panorama bus takes you on a 100-minute round trip to the sights of Switzerland’s largest city. The route leads across the famous Bahnhofstrasse and the banking center of the lake with a view of the snow-capped mountains, part of the old town with its magnificent guild houses and the churches St. Peter, Grossmünster and Fraumünster. You’ll see the university quarter and the residential area Zürichberg, the National Museum and the Kunsthaus. At the two most scenic viewpoints we will make a short photo stop.

Sample Swiss delicacies on a half-day, culinary small-group tour from Zurich. With your guide travel in a comfortable minibus to Lindt Home of Chocolate. Marvel at the world’s highest free-standing chocolate fountain and browse the world’s largest Lindt Chocolate Shop. Then ascend to a mountain viewpoint for sweeping vistas; stroll through a dense forest on a nature trail; and top off the trip with a 3-course cheese fondue dinner plus appetizer, and a glass of mulled wine (winter) or white wine (summer) in a restaurant overlooking Lake Zurich.

Discover the spectacular sights of Zurich on a private tour of the cultural Swiss city. Admire legendary landmarks and historical monuments like the Bahnhofstrasse and the charming Old Town while enriching your knowledge of the region’s rich history. See the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, the place Albert Einstein imparted his wisdom; browse the exhibits within the Swiss National Museum; and take a tranquil cruise on the shimmering surface of Lake Zurich. Customize the itinerary of this private tour according to your interests and receive the undivided attention of your personal guide.

Discover top Zurich attractions and hidden gems off the beaten track on this private 4-hour Zurich city tour. Follow a private guide through the bustling streets of Zurich and enjoy the freedom to customize your tour to hit the highlights you most want to see. Perhaps take in landmarks such as the Zurich Opera House, the churches of Grossmünster or Fraumünster, or the Swiss National Museum. Wander along the pretty Bahnhofstrasse and enjoy fine views over the Limmat River. Along the way, travel by bus, cable car, riverboat or tram.

Visit Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall, on a half-day trip from Zurich with a private guide. After a photo stop at the wonderful medieval Laufen Castle, arrive at the waterfall for an hour of sightseeing. If watching the thundering falls from dry land isn’t spectacle enough, you can take an optional boat ride to the middle of it, and see the waters crash down around you from a rock. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Zurich is included, and there’s an option to finish up at Zurich Airport if your vacation is coming to an end.

Discover small artisan chocolate stores in the heart of Zurich, followed by a Sensory Tasting in a handcrafted chocolate factory. Only first-class cocoa beans from small producers are processed in this factory. Let yourself be surprised by local artisans with an incredible knowledge of chocolate, they will be happy to pass on their knowledge and show you how to eat chocolate in such a way that allows you to enjoy to the fullest. All aboard a TaxiBike!!!

See the Rhine Falls, one of Europe’s most spectacular waterfalls, with this private day trip from Zurich. A convenient option if you don’t have your own transport, the excursion also packs in visits to Laufen Castle and the Munot fortress in Schaffhausen, giving you something extra than a standard Rhine Falls trip. Summer tours also have the option of a boat ride for close-up photos of the crashing cascades.

This enchanting morning tour takes you on a scenic route to Northern Switzerland and shows you the stunning Rhine Falls! See the medieval Castle Laufen, settled directly above the falls and feel the roar and vibration of Europe's biggest waterfalls from the panoramic trails and viewing platforms.

Would you like to go hiking in Switzerland but don`t you have any experience on facing the mountains? Don't worry, everybody can do this! Especially for you we created this hiking tour for starters. We pick you up at your hotel in Zurich, and together with your private driver guide you will reach the mountains of Canton Schwyz (approx. 1 hour away from Zurich). Take the cable car up the mountain (1856 m) and enjoy a two hours panoramic walking tour together with your guide. Get amazed by stunning views during your walk and enjoy the fresh air of the mountains. Reach the second peak, and have some time for lunch or a nice coffee, before taking the cable car down again and driving back to Zurich.

Zurich is home to a bounty of local, must-eat foods and one of the great joys of a holiday abroad is sampling the local cuisine and the food in Zurich is amongst the best in Europe. Experience is following on this fantastic experience: ✓Highlights of Zürich incl. photo stop at Lake Zürich ✓ Cogwheel railway “Dolderbahn” to viewpoint ✓ Financial district, University quarter and Limmatquai ✓ Old town introduction walk incl. guild houses and churches ✓ ½-hour public cruise on Lake Zürich ✓ 10 min. walk along the lake side with photo opportunities ✓ Visit of the new Lindt Home of Chocolate incl. chocolate tasting (interactive museum, world’s largest free-standing chocolate fountain, world’s biggest Lindt Chocolate Shop) It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the rich Swiss culture.

Experience fantastic nature, local culture and architecture, a rich Medieval history during this experience of Europe's biggest waterfalls & charming medieval town. 1. Enjoy the Scenic drive to Northern Switzerland 2. Explore the Europe's biggest waterfalls the Rhine Falls 3. Experience "Castle Laufen" wit belvedere panoramic trail, Historama museum, viewing platform and panoramic elevator 4. Enjoy the guided walk through the medieval town "Stein am Rhein"

Zurich is home to a bounty of local, must-eat foods and one of the great joys of a holiday abroad is sampling the local cuisine and the food in Zurich is amongst the best in Europe. Experience fantastic art and architecture, a rich Medieval history and innovative modern additions in Zurich which has the reputation of being the most cosmopolitan, modern and avant-garde city in Switzerland. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you filled with sightseeing, visiting local popular hangout places and trying the local food & drinks. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the rich Swiss culture. Following will be the highlights of this sighseeing experience ✓ Highlights of Zürich incl. photo stop at Lake Zürich ✓ Financial district and University quarter ✓ Old town introduction walk incl. guild houses and churches ✓ Zürich's surroundings incl. Golden Coast ✓ Ferry ride crossing Lake Zürich ✓ Aerial cable car ride to viewpoint Felsenegg

Afternoon excursion on the route of the Grand Tour of Switzerland to the spectacular Northern Switzerland. Discover the stunning Rhine Falls, Europe's biggest waterfall followed by the visit of the medieval town of Stein am Rhein.

Travel from Zurich to Lucerne by train with your own private guide, and learn as about the lakeside city as you go. Once there, you’ll take a stroll to hear the history behind Lucerne’s beautiful wooden Chapel Bridge and the medieval old town with its ancient towers and rampart walls. See the sights from the water during an audio-guided cruise on Lake Lucerne, then return to your Zurich hotel, accompanied the whole way by your guide.

Zurich is the biggest Swiss city offers you numerous attractions in each corner of it. The discovery starts when the local professional guide greets you at the lobby of the hotel in order to depart and enjoy a historical 2 hours walking tour through Zurich’s highlights. Later on, it will be the time to farewell the guide and to be greeted by the driver-guide who will take you to Bürkliplatz for a relaxing journey on Lake Zurich during a Ferry boat trip. A short journey on the lake approximately 54 minutes, however full of heavenly sceneries of Zurich with the Swiss Alps in the background. The driver-guide will meet you once again at Horgen in order to head to Adliswil. Here is the only aerial cable car in Zurich Canton - Adliswil-Felsenegg which takes you to the upper station of Felsenegg hill overviews the whole city. After an hour you will descend, and your exploring day will end by a private drop off at the initial meeting point in Zurich City.