Top Zurich Outdoor Activities

Discover some of the Swiss Alps’ most famous peaks in just one day on this seamless trip from Zurich. Your destination is the UNESCO World Heritage–listed region of Jungfrau-Aletsch. Ride the Eiger Express gondola and the cogwheel train to ascend the Jungfraujoch mountain pass. Enjoy vistas of the Bernese Alps, explore the Ice Palace, and make the most of other summit attractions at the mountain plateau dubbed the Top of Europe.

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.

Get more out of your Zurich vacation—and enjoy a hassle-free way to explore—on this half-day city highlights tour. After a coach tour of Zurich's picturesque Old Town, see the sights from a different angle during a Lake Zurich cruise. Finally, stroll to Lindt Home of Chocolate, where a chocolate museum and samples await. As a bonus, you can upgrade to include admission tickets to the FIFA Museum.

Switzerland is known around the world for its natural beauty and snow-capped mountains, but one sight may stand out from the rest: Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe. On this coach tour from Zurich, you’ll stop to see the falls from Laufen Castle, enjoy an optional Rhine Falls boat ride (extra cost), and visit the quaint town of Stein am Rhein.

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.

Discover the beauty of Switzerland , the Swiss Alps aboard a unique panoramic Glass top bus, the only one of its kind in the country, guided by a local expert who shares stories and insider tips. Your adventure begins in Zurich, you will visit first Grindelwald, one of Switzerland's most picturesque mountain villages. Surrounded by dramatic peaks, including the famous Eiger North Face. The journey continues to Lauterbrunnen, a valley straight out of a postcard. Famous for its 72 waterfalls cascading down dramatic cliffs, this peaceful village offers incredible scenery at every turn. Enjoy free time walk through the charming streets, admire the Staubbach Falls. Finally, Visit Interlaken, set between the sparkling lakes of Thun and Brienz and watched over by the iconic peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Explore the town at your own pace, wander through the Höhematte meadow, and don’t miss the incredible sight of paragliders drifting down from the sky—an Interlaken highlight.

Exploring Mount Pilatus involves a lot of planning and logistics, but this full-day tour from Zurich covers everything for a hassle-free day out. Ascend to vertiginous vantage points by gondola and cable car and enjoy sweeping vistas of the dramatic Alps mountain range. Embark on a moderate hike down the verdant Dragon’s Path and the world’s steepest cogwheel railway before taking a short cruise on Lake Lucerne. Please note: Itinerary and inclusions vary by season.

Any tourist with even half a sweet tooth in Switzerland knows they need to try famous Swiss chocolate, but it’s easy to get stuck in tourist traps. Instead, let a local guide show you around the best chocolate shops in Zurich, so you eat as the locals do rather than as most other travelers do on this small-group tour.

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.

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.

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 unrivaled views over the Alpine scenery. Enjoy unlimited access to the rides and attractions at the peak including the Glacier Grotto, Cliff Walk, Fun Lift, and Ice Flyer.

Perhaps the best experience you will have in Zurich. You don’t want to go on a tour with 40 other tourists, but you want to experience a private city tour that is exciting and humorous. Then you've come to the right place. You will experience an unusual city tour in Zurich. Immerse yourself in the interesting history of Zurich. In between, we also move underground in Zurich. You will get a lot of background knowledge and many exciting stories on this tour. The city whispers know how to transfer their enthusiasm for this beautiful city to the guests.

Combine sightseeing with local cuisine and skip the need to book a restaurant reservation on this private tuk-tuk tour of Zurich. Board your electric-powered tuk-tuk as you drive across the city's landmarks, including the Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches, the Niederdorf district, and Bahnhofstrasse. Tuck into a pot of cheese fondue and a bottle of white wine as you go; both are included in your package.

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.

Join us for an unforgettable full-day excursion to the picturesque Swiss villages of Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen, nestled in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. Travel in comfort on our air-conditioned bus coach, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide to discover the breathtaking beauty of the Swiss Alps. Highlights: 1. Onboard on our AC Bus Coach for the journey through some of the most stunning countryside in the country, past snow-capped peaks, beautiful landscapes and pristine lakes in Bernese Oberland Region. 2. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Grindelwald, a picturesque Swiss Alps village offering unique blend of traditional Swiss charm, stunning mountain scenery & outdoor adventure with leisure time to explore at your own pace & itinerary. 3. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen with a guided tour, see the beautiful landscapes, stunning architecture and fascinating waterfalls with leisure time to explore the stunning villages at your own.

Exploring further afield on vacation can be enticing, but handling foreign roads or an unfamiliar city’s public transport can prove more stressful than it’s worth. With this small-group tour, you have a guide to see you through all your explorations out of Zurich, from the train journey to the Swiss Alps to Lucerne and back again.

Experience the scenery and culture of two countries in one day on a tour that covers Switzerland and Liechtenstein. With the driving and planning left to local experts, you can relax and focus on the itinerary highlights instead; Rapperswil rose garden, the Liechtenstein capital of Vaduz, and the picturesque Heidiland region are all on the list. Just note: Winter tours visit Werdenberg instead of Heididorf in Maienfeld.

Your expert guide will show you the city's highlights and hidden gems. On this walking tour you will be able to see a lot of places within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sights, your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city through the eyes of a local. This private tour can be customized according to your personal preferences. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. Therefore, the sightseeing points listed below in the itinerary are just an example of what is possible. Your guide can suggest other sightseeing points that better suit your interests. This tour has two options for guides: a local guide or a professional tour guide. Please be aware that a local guide does not have detailed historical knowledge. If profound knowledge is important to you, you should book the tour option with a professional tour guide.

Navigating mountain trains, cable car connections, and alpine passes on your own can be quite challenging. Eliminate the stress with this private tour from Zurich to Lucerne and Mount Titlis. Ride the revolving Titlis Rotair for uninterrupted alpine views, cross Europe's highest suspension bridge, explore glacier caves, and enjoy year-round snow activities, plus enjoy a scenic tour of historic Lucerne.

Discover the Swiss Alps aboard a hop-on hop-off panoramic bus, featuring oversized windows for unforgettable mountain views. Travel in comfort through Switzerland’s most scenic regions while your guide shares stories, highlights, and insider tips along the way. Hop on in Zurich, Lucerne, or Interlaken and enjoy a journey through lakeside landscapes, alpine valleys, and dramatic mountain scenery toward the Bernese Oberland. Begin in the enchanting Grindelwald, a classic Swiss village at the foot of the Eiger North Face, surrounded by glaciers, meadows, and towering peaks. Continue to the Lauterbrunnen Valley, famous for its cliffs and waterfalls. Next, visit Interlaken, nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and framed by the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks, offering stunning views and a lively alpine feel. This flexible panoramic journey is ideal for travelers seeking freedom, comfort, and breathtaking alpine scenery.

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.

Marvel at the Rhine Falls of northern Switzerland on a coach tour from Zurich. Along with free time to explore Europe's largest waterfall, enjoy a stop by Laufen Castle and travel through Schaffhausen for a glimpse of 16th-century Munot Fortress. From April through October, there’s also the chance to include a Rhine Falls boat ride, which is payable locally on the day.

Visit the Swiss Alps and still make it back to Zurich in time for bed, all without having to rent a car and potentially drive in the snow, thanks to this small-group tour. Meet your driver at your hotel and head to the mountains to visit the scenic villages such of Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen, with stops along the way to visit Lake Lungern, Giessbach Falls, and more.