Top Zurich Rail Tours - page 2

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.

Discover the best of eastern Switzerland on this scenic day tour, blending rich heritage, storybook towns, and stunning Alpine views. Begin in St. Gallen, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore its remarkable Abbey District, including the Baroque Cathedral and world-famous Abbey Library with over 1,300 years of history. Wander the charming Old Town and admire its ornate oriel windows, a legacy of the city’s textile past. Continue to the picturesque village of Appenzell, known for its colorful houses, traditions, and relaxed charm. Stroll along Hauptgasse, browse local shops, and taste authentic Appenzeller cheese. Surrounded by rolling hills and the Alpstein mountains, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty in one unforgettable day.

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.

Trains can open up great swathes of Switzerland and the Alps to tourists, but navigating foreign public transport can be intimidating. With the help of a guide on this private tour, you don’t have to worry about any of that—they have the route all planned out for you, so all you need to do is focus on the sights at stops like Chur and the Oberalp Pass.

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.

This full-day journey from Zurich explores two of eastern Switzerland’s most charming regions. In Heidiland, visit the famous Heidi Village above Maienfeld, where traditional wooden houses, Alpine pastures, and peaceful walking paths bring the beloved story to life. Enjoy panoramic views over the Rhine Valley, surrounding vineyards, and the quiet rural landscape that inspired Johanna Spyri’s novel. Traveling onward through scenic valleys and lakes of eastern Switzerland, the tour continues to Appenzell, a town known for its colorful painted houses, artisan shops, and strong local traditions. Stroll along the historic Hauptgasse, discover local specialties such as Appenzeller cheese, and admire views of the rolling green hills and the dramatic Alpstein mountains. The journey itself reveals hidden highlights, including picturesque villages, pastoral farmland, and authentic Swiss countryside rarely seen by visitors.

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.

Visit the FIFA Museum with flexible access on your reserved date, and explore Zurich effortlessly with included public transport. Enjoy a scenic train ride to Uetliberg, where stunning views of the city await. This experience combines sports history with breathtaking panoramas, making it perfect for sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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.

Take a chocolate walking tour of Zurich, and let your sweet tooth lead the way around the city’s artisan confectioners and chocolate producers. With a guide at your side, you’ll sample the signature Zurich sweet of Luxemburgerli, along with pralines and Champagne truffles. Learn about Swiss chocolate in the city, and check out some of the city’s landmarks such as the Grossmünster Church and Lindenhof.

Appreciating Switzerland’s watchmaking history can be tricky for visitors to Zurich. Meet real watchmakers at a private Maurice de Mauriac workshop and listen as they share insights into the craft’s history and technique. Then, take the opportunity to try your own hand at the precise craft under the supervision of a professional and pose for memorable snaps while dressed in the traditional smock and magnifying glasses.

Gain a comprehensive overview of Switzerland’s Alpine landscapes on this 6-day Eurail tour to Jungfraujoch, Mt. Titlis, and Grindelwald. Round-trip transfers are included from Zurich Airport, as is accommodation and daily breakfast in Interlaken and Lucerne. Soak up birds’-eye views from the cliff walk viewpoints, ride Titlis’ revolving gondola, and enjoy the personalized service of this small-group tour.

Discover the best of Zurich in one single excursion on this bus tour with an audio guide. Choose from over 10 languages and sit back and relax on your air-conditioned bus through Switzerland’s largest city. Take in alpine and lakeside views, drive down the famous Bahnhofstrasse, see monuments such as the Fraumünster and Kunsthaus, and more. Additionally, your tour makes short photo stops at two scenic viewpoints.

Lucerne and Bürgenstock make ideal day trips from Zurich, but organizing transportation and excursions to explore independently cuts into valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, reach both sites in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle in one day with your guide—with pickup and drop-off at Sihlquai Bus Station included. Admire the alpine scenery by boat and cable railway, with plenty of free time to explore Lucerne and Bürgenstock at your leisure.

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.

Fullday excursion to Swiss Villages from Zurich by private car is a great way to experience stunning Swiss countryside at your pace; pass by quaint villages, rolling hills & stunning mountain ranges. Along the way you can stop in small towns for photo stops, lunch or coffee. First stop is Interlaken, beautiful town is uniquely nestled between Lake Brienz & Lake Thun, you can take boat ride at Lake Thun and enjoy the small scenic rides by train between the swiss villages cross the Interlaken Region. Visit Hohematte Park to take in breathtaking views of the Alps. Continue your journey to Grindelwald, where you can stroll through narrow cobblestone streets, visit museums & explore the country’s oldest churches, beautiful castle, and centuries-old buildings with incredible views of the surrounding mountains and lush valleys. Visit the impressive Staubbach and Trummelbach waterfalls. Last explore the beautiful Lauterbrunnen valley with dramatic waterfalls, lush meadows, & scenic lakes.

Ditch the typical tourist route and go for a more luxurious route with the help of a private guide to help you navigate this foreign public transportation. Follow the route of the famous Glacier Express and see glaciers, alpine villages, the Rhine Gorge, and the Oberalp Pass from the comfort of your 1st-class train seat. Stop to explore Chur, Disentis, and Andermatt for more detailed exploration.

Discover Lucerne and its charming Old Town, without having to stay the night, on a full-day tour from Zurich. On arrival, take an introductory city tour with a guide, then spend the rest of the day exploring independently with an audio guide. See and do exactly what you want without needing to keep up with a group. Perhaps visit popular attractions such as Chapel Bridge, or browse the art galleries—the choice is yours.

Switzerland is famed for its stunning mountain landscapes, and this full-day guided tour from Zurich lets you experience the best of the Bernese Oberland. Ideal for thrillseekers, enjoy panoramic views from the First Cliff Walk by Tissot, explore the charming villages of Grindelwald and Interlaken, and discover the dramatic Lauterbrunnen Valley with its towering cliffs and waterfalls.

Travel from Zurich to Mount Titlis with a local guide, and enjoy a small-group mountain day trip minus the fuss. With your logistics and transport organized in advance, you’ll have more time to focus on the fun stuff that the region has to offer. Explore Lucerne, and ride the cable car to the Mt. Titlis summit where cliff walks, glacier caves, and high-altitude activities await.

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.

Experience the majesty of the Swiss Alps on this train tour from Zurich. Alongside a private guide, board the Glacier Express and enjoy unparalleled views as that train climbs to approximately 7,000 feet (2,033 meters) above sea level from Chur to Brig. Take in spectacular views over Switzerland’s soaring peaks and spectacular valleys and you can opt for a short walk in Chur or Brig.

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.

Pack much more adventure into your day than you could when traveling independently on this private guided tour that hits two of the natural wonders near Zurich: Lake Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus. After a short Zurich city tour, you’ll cruise Lake Lucerne, ride the cogwheel railway up Mt. Pilatus, and catch the spectacular glass cable car down.