Super Saver Package - Rhine Falls and Zurich City

Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland, Zurich, Switzerland
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Overview
Duration
8h
Languages
English
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

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.

What to remember

Important info

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
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What's included
included-item
Guided tour. Entrance ticket. Transportation
excluded
What's not included
excluded-items
Food and drinks. Personal expenses. Boat ride at Rhine Falls (CHF 10 per adult, CHF 5 per child)
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Highlights

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

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Best of Switzerland Tours AG
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.