Top Zurich Water Tours

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.

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.

Zurich boasts a unique and far-reaching history, but appreciating the city’s landmarks can be difficult on a self-led tour. Be immersed in the history and culture of Switzerland’s biggest city on a walking tour of highlights including Lindenhof, St Peter’s Church, and Fraumünster, while benefiting from the more personalized experience of a small-group tour. After the city tour, enjoy and rest while experiencing a 90 minutes cruise on Lake Zurich.

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.

See the best of Zurich in one excursion on this comprehensive, multi-part tour. Look forward to seeing the best of the city's Old Town, from historic churches to vibrant shopping streets. Then, go on a seasonal ferry ride across Lake Zurich, take a cable car or train journey to Uetliberg or Felsenegg for magnificent mountain views, and learn insider facts and stories about the city’s history from your local guide.

Discover a side of Zurich that’s all too easy for tourists to miss out on when they don’t have the help of a local guide. On this walking tour, you ensure the essential city sights are on your itinerary, such as St. Peter’s Church, Lindenhof Hill, Rindermarkt, and much more.

Enhance your sightseeing in Switzerland’s cultural capital on a half-day tour of Zurich and Rapperswil that finishes with a Lake Zurich ferry cruise. With a carefully planned route and a guide, you’ll see more than you’d see alone, passing classic Zurich sights such as the Fraumünster Church and Limmatquai along with a rose garden, lookout points for alpine vistas, a deer park, and an ancient castle in nearby Rapperswil.

From the cobblestone streets of Zurich Old Town to the wealth that oozes from the Bahnhofstrasse shopping street, Zurich is a city with many sides. Discover them all on this small-group walking tour. You’ll stop at the Polyterrasse observation deck and Lindenhof for sweeping city views, admire Chagall’s stained-glass windows in Fraumünster Church, and relax on a scenic lake cruise.

Discover two of northern Switzerland’s most iconic destinations on this small-group day tour from Zurich, travelling the Swiss way by train. Enjoy a relaxed journey with no traffic and beautiful scenic views along the route. Start at Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall, with a boat ride (Mar–Oct) or panoramic viewing platforms (Nov–Feb). Continue to Schaffhausen, a charming medieval town, where you’ll enjoy a guided walk followed by free time to have lunch or explore at your own pace. - Small group experience with local guide - Travel by train like a local — scenic, stress-free, no traffic - Rhine Falls with boat ride (Mar–Oct) or viewpoints (Nov–Feb) - Schaffhausen guided visit with free time

Zurich sprawls for miles along Lake Zurich, making a tour an effective way to discover the city. This guided coach trip includes a photo stop at Enge Harbor and a walking tour of Zurich Old Town, and takes in locations from lakeside Hafen Enge harbor to the luxury shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse. Afterward, see the city and its waterfront villas from the lake on a cruise with a multilingual guide app.

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.

Join me on a tour through the heart of Switzerland - all by public transport just like the locals. We ascend Europe’s first-ever cogwheel train to the majestic Queen of the Mountains, Mount Rigi. Breathe in the fresh air and take in breathtaking 360° views over glittering lakes, forested hills, and the snow-capped Alps. From the summit, we descend to the other side, where a scenic cruise awaits. Relax on deck as the boat glides across crystal-blue waters framed by dramatic mountain scenery. Our route then carries us through spectacular spiral tunnels, a masterpiece of Swiss engineering, into hidden valleys at the country’s heart. Next, we board another cogwheel mountain railway, climbing across the Alps through the Grand Canyon of Switzerland, where cliffs, gorges, and rushing rivers reveal nature’s raw beauty. As evening falls, we return aboard a restaurant wagon, where you can enjoy a meal or drink while the train carries us back - the perfect ending to a day of Swiss wonders.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hop aboard on a AC bus coach to explore the castle-like Swiss National Museum, high-end shopping mile Bahnhofstrasse & Zurich's illustrious financial district. Meander through the city's most exclusive residential area, catch a glimpse of the opulent Opera House, pause for a picture-perfect moment at Enge harbour, and prestigious Zürichberg neighborhood. Continue your journey through the lively university quarter before arriving at the historic Old Town. Marvel at the intricate guild houses, the iconic Town Hall, enchanting churches as you stroll through the charming medieval streets on a guided tour. Climb aboard a charming cruise for a leisurely half-hour tour on the crystal-clear waters of Lake Zurich. Visit the Lindt Home of Chocolate, a modern marvel designed by renowned Swiss architects Christ & Gantenbein with an enthralling audio-guided excursion through the chocolate museum. Delve into the rich history of chocolate from bean to bar followed by unlimited chocolate tasting!

Explore Zurich like a traveler, not like a tourist! This half-day tour combines walking and the use of our excellent public transportation network—funicular, tram, ferry, cable car, bus, and train—for a seamless exploration of Switzerland's financial and cultural hub. Learn fascinating insights about Zurich's main landmarks as your guide shares highlights of this extraordinary city. Venture into the scenic surroundings for a tranquil boat ride on the pristine waters of Lake Zurich, and ascend to a charming little mountain like Uetliberg or Felsenegg. There, a short cable car ride awaits, offering panoramic vistas of the city, the lake, and the majestic Alps.

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.

Switzerland is synonymous with chocolate and many visitors are traveling to Zurich with a dream - to explore the impressive LINDT Home of Chocolate. To make it a sweet and stressless experience we invite you on this small-group tour that includes a walking tour of the Old Town, an hour-long cruise on Lake Zurich, and an audio tour of the Lindt museum that comes together with unlimited chocolate tasting. This is an all-inclusive tour: the LINDT entry tickets for a self-guided audio tour and a 24-hour pass for all transportation in Zurich are included. Solo travelers are kindly asked to contact us in order to check the availability

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.

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.

Explore the heart of Switzerland on this unforgettable day tour led by local geography expert Dave. This exclusive adventure takes you to three breathtaking mountain summits in one day, using some of the most spectacular and record-breaking transport systems in the world! -Soar on a convertible cable car with panoramic views. -Ride the world's steepest funicular – a true engineering marvel. -Climb aboard a cogwheel train. Along the way, enjoy stunning alpine scenery, fascinating geographic insights, and smooth connections between mountain railways, lakes, and charming Swiss villages. After conquering the peaks - Unwind on a scenic cruise on Lake of Lucerne, renowned for its beauty. - Conclude your adventure by soaking in Lucerne's enchanting night atmosphere, with illuminated bridges, charming promenades, and a scenic old town. This tour is perfect for curious minds, mountain lovers, and anyone seeking the ultimate Swiss public transport day trip with a knowledgeable local guide.