The Great Tour of Zurich

Highlights

Benefit from the insider insights of your local guide
Round-trip transfer from central Zurich ensures a hassle-free trip
Spot landmarks including Fraumunster, Limmatquai, and Rapperswil Castle

Summary

After pickup from a centrally located spot in Zurich, climb aboard a spacious, air-conditioned coach and embark on a panoramic sightseeing tour of the city. As your guide delivers entertaining commentary, gaze out of the window at impressive monuments like Fraumuenster Church from the outside and the historical Limmitaquai. Cruise through the charming Old Town, the commercial center and the university district and marvel at sweeping vistas of the snow-capped Alps mountain range as you travel along the Hohenstrasse towards the quaint village of Rapperswil, affectionately known as the ‘City of Roses’. Relish the charming sights of the village on a guided orientation tour, discovering the ancient castle, the beautiful rose gardens and the deer park. Stroll the ambient sprawl of the Old Town and then enjoy some leisurely free time to explore independently. Next, climb aboard a boat for an enchanting boat tour of Lake Zurich; revitalize with a fulfilling lunch at the onboard restaurant (own expense) and then reconvene with your guide for the return journey to Zurich. Please note: between November and March there are no boats operating, so you return to Zurich by modern train 'Gold Coast Express' along the romantic road parallel to Lake Zurich.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

Widen your perspective of Switzerland’s biggest city on this half-day tour of Zurich and the lakeside village of Rapperswil. Benefit from your local guide’s insider insights as you cruise seamlessly between the sprawling city’s dispersed landmarks by air-conditioned coach, then transfer through the scenic countryside to the medieval village of Rapperswil for your introductory tour, with return transfer by Lake Zurich cruise or Goldcoast train included in the price.

What’s included?

Air-conditioned vehicle
Local guide
WiFi on board
Cruise on lake Zurich
Food & Drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Gray Line Zurich

About operator:

If you want to visit "Heidiland" but don’t know the best way to get there, this day trip from Zurich is the ticket. You’ll visit the village of Maienfeld, where the beloved Heidi books were set, and spend time in Zurich and Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, too. It’s the perfect way to learn the region’s history and culture while following in the footsteps of Heidi in the Swiss mountains.