Top Zurich Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Getting to know a new city can be time-consuming, especially when you only have a weekend. Make the most of your time in Switzerland’s largest city on this quick-but-comprehensive Zurich walking tour. Hear insider insights from your private guide as you explore.

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.

Zurich looks close to Lucerne on a map, but it can seem far away when you’re traveling without a car. This day trip offers an easy way for you to reach it with round-trip transportation from Zurich, an express Lucerne sightseeing tour, and then ample free time to explore as you wish. A ticket for an hour-long Lake Lucerne cruise is an extra perk.

Discover Zurich on this comprehensive city tour, which offers sightseeing, city architecture, medieval history, and even tastes of the local food in just half a day. With a local guide, you’ll dig deep into Zurich to see the old town highlights and the lake as well as the places away from the tourist trail, where the locals like to hang out.

The Swiss Bernese Oberland mountains are loved for their scenic alpine villages and summit-level lookout points, but if you don’t know the area, planning a trip may seem overwhelming. This day trip from Zurich makes it easy with an itinerary that covers free time in Interlaken and a visit to the glacier village of Grindelwald, where you can take a summertime ride up Mt. First (extra cost may apply).

Discover the spellbinding beauty of Engelberg, a picturesque town located at the foot of Mount Titlis on an enriching full-day excursion from Zurich. Enjoy a 3-hour stay in this beautiful resort town to explore independently. Venture within the legendary Baroque-style monastery to see the largest organ in Switzerland, and marvel at sweeping vistas of the dramatic mountain scenery. On the way back to Zurich stop in Lucerne for approximately one hour to absorb the cultural charm of the city and explore independently.

A visit to Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe, is a must for many Bernese Oberland travelers. But, with a wide choice of cogwheel trains, gondolas, and routes to choose from, you can end up getting stuck in the logistics. This day trip from Zurich makes it easy with prebooked tickets for the Eiger Express gondola and cogwheel train, and an itinerary that covers Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, the Jungfraujoch Ice Palace, and more.

While you could attempt to navigate the area on your own, this tour takes you on a guided day trip to Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus from Zurich with a local expert. Dive into the Dragon World, trek the Dragon Trail, and admire panoramic views from the summit. Ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway, cruise on Lake Lucerne, and wander through Lucerne's Old Town.

Delve into the cultural and architectural delights of Bern during a day trip from Zurich. With a guide at your side, you’ll admire the Swiss landscape as you travel by minibus, and then discover city landmarks when you arrive in Bern. Learn the secrets behind fine Swiss cookies at the Kambly Experience; explore Bern’s UNESCO-listed old town on a tour; and visit a traditional dairy to sample Emmental cheese.

Go beyond Zurich, and enhance your experience of Switzerland with this day trip to the Appenzell canton where mountains, traditional villages, and farms offer a photogenic backdrop. You’ll learn about Swiss history and culture from a guide, and enjoy visits to a farm, a show dairy, and Mt. Hoher Kahn where mountain restaurants beckon for lunch (own expense). Samples of Appenzeller cheese are among the perks.

Swap Zürich for a day of adventures exploring the highlights of Lucerne. Travel on an eco-friendly, climate-neutral train with all tickets included for extra convenience. Once in Lucerne, no need to study a map, as a guide shows you around. See sights such as Chapel Bridge, Lucerne Old Town, and the Lion Monument; then, round off the trip with a scenic boat cruise on Lake Lucerne.

Experience the beauty of the Swiss Alps on this private tour from Zurich. Cruise across Lake Lucerne on a steamboat and ride Europe's oldest cogwheel railway to reach Mount Rigi's summit with sweeping views. Descend by cable car to Lucerne and enjoy a sightseeing tour of highlights like the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Discover the hidden side of Zurich on this small-group walking tour. You'll learn all about Zurich's history and see hidden gems that you'd never find on your own, from a secret medieval tunnel that lies behind a locked door to the 13th-century remnants of the city's wall and the ruins of a Roman Fort and medieval palace.

Check out culture-rich Basel in Switzerland and the city of Colmar in France on a private day trip from Zurich. Perfect for those who want to avoid the large, and sometimes impersonal, group tours, the bespoke experience is tailored to your interests to help you maximise your time in Basel and experience the Alsace region of France, too. Explore a renowned Basel museum or cruise on the River Rhine, then stroll around the architecture-rich city of Colmar, learning about its 16th-century houses as you go.

First-time visitors can discover St. Gallen in just one hour with this quick guided tour. Meet-up with your guide at the train station to set out on an adventure covering history and local landmarks. Stroll through parks and past monuments, see the standout local architecture—including a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and get tips on the best restaurants and bars so you can make the most of your post-tour exploration.

Skip the hassle of piecing together buses and trains and take the scenic route through northern Switzerland on this private door-to-door tour from Zurich to the majestic Rhine Falls. Stroll through medieval Castle Laufen to the viewing elevator and marvel at the force of the water: In summer, there’s an option to take a boat tour at your own expense. Plus, pass the picturesque town of Schaffhausen with its 16th-century fortress.

Discover the highlights of Zurich and its surrounding area on this private tour with a driver-guide. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz with stops around the historic heart of the city; admire the views as you take a ferry from Meilen to Horgen across Lake Zurich; and ride the only aerial cable car in the area to the viewpoint at Falsenegg.

A mountain kingdom of glaciers and eternal snow, Jungfraujoch is a must-visit for many. But piecing together many different trains and an aerial cableway can be a headache. On this tour, a private guide greets you at your hotel and accompanies you every step of the way. At the top, they’ll lead you round the ice palace and viewpoints so you don’t miss a thing.

Zip between the sights on an eTuk Tuk then tuck into a delicious barbecue on this unique 1.5-hour sightseeing tour of Zurich. Hop aboard a private electric-powered tuk tuk and drive past Zurich landmarks like the Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches, wind through the atmospheric Niederdorf district and admire the glamorous window displays along Bahnhofstrasse. As you glide around the city, share a tasty BBQ lunch or dinner, accompanied by a bottle of red wine. Each tuk tuk sits up to four people, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.

Escape the busy streets of Zurich and explore two of northern Switzerland’s must-sees in one convenient half-day trip. Visit Europe's largest waterfalls, Rhine Falls, see Munot Fortress, and explore the charming village of Stein am Rhein without the stress of planning. Helping you to maximize your sightseeing time while in Zurich, this option offers everything with a personal touch: private guide, prebooked entrance tickets to the falls, and your own transport direct from your hotel.

If you’re short on time in Zurich, get more out of a city tour and book your own personal driver-guide. You’ll go straight to the highlights of the medieval old town, find impressive vantage points over Zurich Lake, and hear historical curiosities aplenty. Ample time is included for questions and local tips for places to go, and you’ll have the flexibility to customize the itinerary, if you wish.

Optimize your time in Switzerland on this full-day private tour to Bern and Emmental from Zurich. Discover the de-facto capital’s UNESCO-listed Old Town on a walking tour, then visit the Emmental show dairy to learn more about Switzerland’s famous cheese. Benefit from personalized attention, hotel pickup, and round-trip transfers from your Zurich hotel.

Swap Zurich for a day out in Lucerne and the surrounding region, visiting the mountain town of Engelberg and Mount Titlis — the Bernese Oberland’s highest peak. Offering an easy way to discover Switzerland’s medieval towns, famous cheese, and mountain vistas in just one day, this trip includes a hotel pickup service, prebooked train and cable car tickets, and a guide to give you the lowdown on all the sights.

Spend a day exploring Switzerland's eastern region and Liechtenstein when you book this private excursion from Zurich. Discover the charming town of Appenzell with its vibrant facades before venturing to Liechtenstein for a unique experience. Highlights include the majestic Mount Santis, Appenzell Cheese Dairy, Maestrani Chocolate Factory, and Liechtenstein's covered bridge over the Rhine.