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Venture beyond Lugano city limits and discover some of the surrounding region’s most spectacular highlights—this private, half-day tour makes exploring simple. Depart directly from your area accommodation, and head to the banks of the Ticino River in the Verzasca Valley. Admire the medieval Ponte dei Salti, stop for an optional swim, and visit the Froda Waterfall. Then, continue to the picturesque Sonogno to sightsee and stop for lunch (own expense).

Discover Alpine views from peak, lake, and sky on this Golden Round-Trip tour of Mount Pilatus. The typical Golden Round Trip (Jun-Oct) offers a wonderful excursion: Begin with a cruise across Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad, then transfer to the world's steepest cogwheel railway to reach the summit of Mount Pilatus. There, enjoy spectacular views over the Lake Lucerne region and the Alps from the large viewing terraceand grab a bite to eat (own expense). The return journey to Kriens will be done on the aerial cableway 'Dragon Ride' and on the Panorama gondolas. From the valley station it is a five-minute walk to the bus stop for a convenient ride to Lucerne. Benefit from your local guide’s insider tips and avoid hidden costs with admission fees and transfers included in the price. Cogwheel railway and the scheduled lake boat are closed from Nov-May. During this time you reach Mt. Pilatus by cableway and we take a one-hour scenic lake cruise in Lucerne instead.

Discover the allure of the European Alps on a full-day trip to Chamonix and Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Europe, from Geneva. With a guide, travel through the splendor of the countryside to Chamonix, a picturesque Alpine town. Upgrade options include ticket to ascend the Aiguille de Midi peak in a modern cable car; and a scenic railway ride to Montenvers, home to Mer de Glace.

Explore Basel’s historic Old Town, hear stories from the dim and distant past and discover what makes the city special on this 2-hour Basel walking tour. Follow a guide through Basel’s pretty Old Town and gain insight into its 15th-century history. Take in top city attractions such as Basel Minster, the Barfüsserkirche, City Hall, the Museum der Kulturen and Tinguely Fountain. Along the way, admire the city’s bold and modern architecture, and see how the centuries have shaped the Basel of today.

Discover a quintessential Swiss landscape on this full-day tour to Zermatt and Gornergrat from Zurich. Learn more about the region’s cultural heritage from your local guide as you explore the Alpine village of Zermatt, then ride to the Gornergrat summit for panoramic views of the Monte Rosa massif, Gorner Glacier, and iconic Matterhorn. Return train transfer, including the Gornergrat Bahn, is included.

Check off the UNESCO-listed Jungfraujoch, aka the Top of Europe, on this Bernese Oberland day trip from Zurich. With a well-honed itinerary that shows off the best of the Swiss Alps, you’ll spend more time enjoying the mountain scenery and less time planning your logistics. Travel by coach, cogwheel train, and the Eiger Express gondola, and admire sights over the Aletsch Glacier and beyond.

Go beyond the typical tourist experience of Zermatt and discover its history and local traditions with the help of a guide on this small-group tour. Go further afield too, with a cable car ride up to the world-famous Matterhorn Glacier for incomparable views over the Alps. This booking also includes time to spend exploring the Glacier Palace below the glacier’s surface.

Ascending Mt. Pilatus, Lucerne's landmark mountain, is a must-do when you are in the Lake Lucerne region. For maximum flexibility, choose between a ride on the world's steepest cogwheel railway from Alpnachstad, or a combination of a gondola and an aerial cableway from Kriens. Then, enjoy spectacular views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps that you don’t see otherwise from 6,995 feet (2,132 meters) above sea level.

Travel to the top of Europe and admire the Swiss Alps on this Jungfraujoch day trip from Lucerne. Following an itinerary that showcases the region’s highlights, you’ll spend less time on the logistics and more time enjoying the mountains instead. Sights of the Eiger North Face, a cogwheel train ride, the Eiger Express gondola, and Jungfraujoch attractions such as the Ice Palace are all covered.

See the largest waterfall in Europe—without the hassle of navigation and logistics—on this half-day small-group tour to Rhine Falls from Zurich. Travel in a panoramic minibus along part of the iconic Grand Tour of Switzerland, enjoying stunning alpine scenery. Your driver-guide shares local insights as you explore the powerful waterfall with ample free time. Discover the Rhine River waterfall, where water gushes down at 600,000 liters per second.

Mt. Titlis is close to Lucerne, but you might not want the hassle of trains and shuttle buses to reach the gondolas. This day trip makes it easy with coach transport and gondola tickets organized in advance. Then at the summit, your time is your own to enjoy the attractions. Go snow tubing at Titlis Glacier Park, ride the Ice Flyer chairlift, and visit the Cliff Walk, Europe’s highest suspension bridge.

Mountain day trips are fun, but when you have to plan transportation and gondola tickets, they can quickly become a hassle. This day trip from Zurich allows you to experience all the fun stuff at Mt. Titlis and see the city of Lucerne, without any planning of logistics. Rotating cable cars, a chairlift over frozen crevices, and Europe’s highest suspension bridge await. In winter, there’s also a snow experience upgrade for first-time skiers.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this tandem paragliding experience above the mountainous scenery of the Swiss Alps. After taking off from Beatenberg, soar through the air with your pilot behind you. Feeling like a daredevil? Let the pilot try some aerial tricks. Want to focus on the scenery? Just gaze ahead, and take in sights of Lake Thun and the alpine villages below. A full safety briefing is included.

Forget the hassle of finding your way through Switzerland’s largest city with private transfer to your destination from Zurich Airport. Meet your professional driver on arrival then cruise directly to your accommodation in an air-conditioned, six-seat vehicle, benefiting from your driver's intimate knowledge of the local area to minimize your transit time.

Begin your walking tour in Basel with captivating stories from the city's distant past as your guide leads you through picturesque streets, highlighting significant landmarks and sharing intriguing historical anecdotes. Explore Basel Minster, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, and the Barfüsserkirche, renowned for its beautiful cloister. Continue on to City Hall, a striking building steeped in history, and delve into Basel's cultural heritage at the Museum der Kulturen. Along the way, admire the Tinguely Fountain, a unique modern sculpture that adds a contemporary flair to the historic surroundings. This private tour offers a personalized experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in Basel's history and architecture at your own pace, guided by a knowledgeable local. Benefit from your guide's insights and receive valuable advice on other attractions and activities in the city.

Experience an alpine adventure on a Lucerne and Mt. Rigi day trip that features ample free time and self-guided activities. Ideal for car-free travelers, the excursion combines round-trip transportation from Zurich with prebooked tickets for the gondolas, cogwheel trains, and boats between Weggis, Mt. Rigi, Vitznau, and Lucerne. Suggested itineraries and timetables are provided, but how you use your allocated time is up to you.

There’s plenty to see and do in Zurich, but what if you want to take a break from the concrete jungle? Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind for a day with the help of a guide to take you on a scenic drive through the Swiss countryside. Explore further at stops such as Rapperswil and the Lindt Home of Chocolate for a well-rounded day out.

Instead of getting lost on your Lucerne vacation, getting stuck in tourist traps along the way, let a guide show you around not just the city’s top landmarks, but the best spots for Swiss chocolate tasting too. As part of a small group, you learn all about the city, hearing fun facts about its history and local life that you’d never get otherwise.

Travel into the heart of the breathtaking Black Forest region on this day trip from Zurich, with a stop at Rhine Falls. Cross into Germany from Switzerland to visit the charming town of Titisee-Neustadt, where you visit the locally renowned Drubba watchmaker to see how cuckoo clocks are made. Enjoy free time here with the option to take a boat ride on Lake Titisee. Later, witness Europe’s largest waterfall tumbling into the Rhine River. Enjoy informative commentary from your guide and a round-trip ride by luxury coach.

Zurich is a big city, and if you want to discover its lake-and-mountain views and its urban landmarks, it’s best to do it with a guide. This Zurich tour helps you cover more ground in less time with a carefully planned itinerary by coach, foot, ferry, and cable car. The Swiss Gold Coast on Lake Zurich, the Felsenegg viewpoint, and Zurich Old Town are among the highlights.

Discover the charms of Monte Brè on this full-day tour to its sunny summit. Start with a short cruise on Lake Ceresio before transferring to the panoramic funicular, which whisks you high above the city. Stroll around the mountain-top town of Brè with your guide and visit the Wilhelm Schmid Museum to learn more about the region’s cultural heritage. The afternoon tour leaves your morning free for other activities.

Enjoy three experiences for the price of one with this Zurich city tour, chocolate tasting, and lake cruise combo booking. First, let a guide help you get your bearings in the city for the first time, showing you hidden gems and major attractions alike. Then, move on to tasting local favorite chocolates, and then relax and see the city from a whole new perspective on a cruise over the lake.

Get an insider’s outlook on the art, architecture, culture, and heritage of Basel with this whistlestop group tour—an ideal pick for travelers short on time. Save hours of research time and let a private guide show you Basel’s best-loved architecture—such as Basel Minster cathedral, as well as the city’s magnificent artwork. During the tour, enjoy insightful commentary about the city’s history and top landmarks.

Discover four different countries in just one day. This private tour from Zurich takes you over the Swiss borders to Liechtenstein, Austria, and Germany. Along the way you'll see Lake Zurich, Lake Constance, Obersee, the hilltop Vaduz Castle, the island of Lindau, and Stein am Rhein where you can stroll around the medieval center.