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Explore Geneva by land and water on this guided chocolate tour. Sample around 13 different chocolate delicacies, including award-winning and heritage creations, while learning 2,000 years of chocolate history. You’ll visit artisan shops, discover hidden old town sites, and enjoy an express Lake Geneva cruise with views of the Jet d'Eau. And, for a more intimate tour, numbers are capped at just 15 people per group.

Soak up the sweeping vistas and fresh mountain air of the Swiss Alps on a full-day guided tour from Lucerne. Travel by comfortable coach through the UNESCO-listed Jungfrau region, and admire scenery as you approach the mountain towns of Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, and Grindelwald. Enjoy a combination of guided commentary plus time for independent sightseeing, and see more in one day than you easily could alone.

Paraglide above the Swiss Alp peaks on a tandem flight with transport from Interlaken. At the launch spot in Beatenberg, listen to a safety talk with a small group of no more than 10 people, and then take off with a guide. Gaze down at Lake Thun and the snowy summits of the Jungfrau as you soar above the alpine landscape; the views are as breathtaking as the flight.

Soak up the unique charm of the Swiss countryside with the help of a guide to whisk you away from the hustle and bustle of Zurich. Let someone else handle all of the logistics and the winding foreign countryside roads while you sit back, relax, and watch the sweeping landscape go by.

Discover Lucerne and Lake Lucerne on a relaxing 1-hour panoramic sightseeing cruise. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city, the surrounding mountains, and famous landmarks along the shoreline. Board the boat at Pier 7 at Schweizerhofquai, directly opposite the Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne. Choose your preferred seating on the open upper deck, the main deck, or inside the comfortable onboard restaurant, where food and drinks are available during the cruise. Cruise along the shores of Lake Lucerne and enjoy views of the illuminated city, elegant lakeside villas, and attractions such as Meggenhorn Castle, the Bürgenstock, and the Richard Wagner Museum. Relax on the water, take stunning photos, and enjoy a peaceful sightseeing experience. This panoramic cruise is perfect for first-time visitors, short stays, couples, families, and locals who want to rediscover Lucerne from the water. The 1-hour boat tour ends back at Pier 7 in Lucerne.

Visit the mountain towns of Grindelwald, Interlaken, and Lauterbrunnen on a fully guided day trip from Zurich. As you travel to the mountains, learn about the Swiss Alps from an onboard, multilingual guide. Enjoy a brief orientation stop to explore Interlaken, before continuing to the charming mountain resort of Grindelwald, where you have hours to explore at your own pace. Your last stop is Lauterbrunnen, where you can admire the valley's 72 waterfalls, including Staubbach Falls, Switzerland's third-highest.

Short on European sightseeing time but long on what you want to do on your Zurich vacation? With one easy booking, a guide whisks you away from the city to discover not just more of Switzerland, but Germany, Austria, and Liechtenstein too. They show you sides of these four countries that most tourists miss out on no matter how long their visits are.

Feast your eyes on the medieval monuments and colorful, half-timbered houses of Annecy on a half-day tour from Geneva. Travel to the "Venice of the Alps" and take a guided tour of the quaint cobbled streets of Annecy and delve into the town’s rich history as you visit interesting landmarks like Palais de l’Isle and Château Annecy. Take a stroll on the shores of Lake Annecy and then spend the remaining tour time exploring the Alpine gem at your own leisure.

Squeeze loads of sightseeing into one memorable day with the help of a guide to handle all the planning for you. Explore the underground passages and stalactites of the St. Beatus Caves; stroll through the charming village of Grindelwald; admire the dramatic cliffs of Lauterbrunnen, and more through the eyes of a local as you traverse the Swiss countryside together.

Exploring the villages of the Swiss Alps can be confusing, but this group tour has you covered with mountain transportation all the way from Lucerne to the top of Mt. Pilatus. Your seasonal adventure includes panoramic gondola rides up Mt. Pilatus, free time at the summit, a ride down the world's steepest cogwheel train, and a scenic Lake Lucerne cruise (summer only). Guided commentary and round-trip transportation from Lucerne complete the experience.

Tick off three top experiences with a 3-in-1 Zurich package that includes walking, public transport, and a lake cruise. Discover the city’s major landmarks on a guided tour, enjoy a quick lunch break, and ride a cable car to Felsenegg’s summit for views reaching the Alps. Along the way, benefit from your guide’s personalized insights and a short hike on the Planetweg trail.

Tick off Geneva’s top sights with ease on this private e-Tuk Tuk tour. Enjoy hassle-free hotel pickup, then zip between landmarks like Jet d'Eau and Reformation Wall before convenient drop off back to your accommodation. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge, plus the option to customize your itinerary according to your personal preferences.

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

See a whole new side of Lucerne —a side you’d easily miss if you tried exploring this huge city without a guide. On this small-group walking tour, you check off loads of essential city sights with one simple booking, such as St. Leodegar Church, the Lion Monument, Sternplatz, Hirschenplatz, and lots more.

Explore Zurich through its food—and visit places you might miss while exploring alone. Stroll the streets with your local guide in the lead, stopping for Swiss delicacies like fondue, sausage, chocolate, rosti, a selection of cheeses, and more. Drink Swiss gin, hot chocolate, schnapps, and Swiss wines along the way. See highlights including Fraumunster, Limmatquai, Grossmunster, and Paradeplatz.

See a side of Basel’s famous Swiss chocolate scene that you’d easily miss if you tried traversing the city on your own. Leave the tourist traps in the dust, get help finding the best spots for sweet-treat snacking in the city, and see a range of Basel’s most famous landmarks, including Market Square and Old Town, all with one simple booking on this tour. It’s private too, so you’re sure to have your guide’s full attention.

Begin your journey at Hirschenplatz, a place with old buildings, wine bars, and a lot of history. Explore Central Polybahn, a unique cable car ride offering a spectacular viewpoint of the city. Continue to Polyterrasse ETH for another stunning viewpoint before visiting Zentralbibliothek to see parts of the old city wall and fortifications. Stroll through Brunngasse to view an old picture in a private building and visit Spiegelgasse, the place where Lenin lived during his time in Zurich. Explore Grossmunster, where you'll find a hidden cloister and a chapel with a medieval baptismal font. Visit Fraumunster Church to see the famous Chagall Windows and explore Wasserkirche, known for its underground ruins and as the site of the execution of Felix & Regula. Finally, ascend Lindenhof Hill to discover historical ruins underground, concluding your private tour of Zurich's old town with a deeper understanding of its rich history and cultural significance.

The Bernina Express is one of the most dazzling rail lines in the world and this excursion offers the chance to experience it from the best seat in the house. Skip the hassle of arranging transportation to the departure and arrival stations with round-trip bus transport directly from Milan, and settle into a panoramic seat for views of the Alpine peaks between St. Moritz and Tirano.

Discover all of Lucerne's highlights as well as hidden gems that you would never find on your own. This private tour takes you through parts of the city in a small vehicle that large tour buses can't reach. You'll see sights like the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument as your guide tells you all you need to know about Lucerne.

If you have limited time to sightsee in Zurich, explore the city with a guide to hear its history and scout out its highlights in less time. As you delve into Switzerland’s colorful past, follow your guide along the Bahnhofstrasse to see where locals mingle in bustling boutiques, art galleries, and cafes. Lindenhof and the Niederdorf neighborhood are also covered, along with monuments such as the Fraumünster and Grossmünster churches.

Zip around Zurich aboard an eco-friendly, electric tuk-tuk for up to four people on this express sightseeing tour. As a private guide drives, you’ll relax on a route around Zurich’s historic old town, admiring the Grossmünster and Fraumünster, peeking into the Im Viadukt indoor market, and snapping photos by Lake Zurich. Then, glide along the Limmatquai and venture off the tourist trail for a glimpse of local life in vibrant District 5.

Soak up the sights of Lake Geneva on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise, complete with wine and aperitifs for a relaxing journey. Hop aboard your solar-powered vessel to glide past famous landmarks like the Palais des Nations and Jet d'Eau. With a maximum of 12 passengers, the small-group service ensures an intimate experience on the water.

Reaching Jungfrau’s Top of Europe with public transportation from Interlaken can be frustrating and time-consuming. However, this day trip offers seamless round-trip transportation and logistics, leaving you free to focus on the alpine scenery instead. Tickets for the Eiger Express from Grindelwald and the Jungfrau Pass cogwheel train to the Top of Europe are included, along with ample time to enjoy the summit views and attractions.