Top Zurich Tours by Duration

Switzerland’s Glacier Express train route is one of the world’s leading rail journeys. It crosses 291 bridges and passes through 91 tunnels on its thrilling climb through the Alps. Along the way, listen to commentary via complimentary headphones explaining the engineering feat of building a rail line at high altitude. The 3-day tour includes discounted rail tickets and daily breakfast, overnight stays in Zermatt and St. Moritz, and two-for-one dining deals.

Ride on Switzerland’s most impressive alpine train routes during this 3-night trip with reservations on the Glacier and Bernina Express trains. With sweeping mountain views and tracks that travel across historical viaducts and around lakes, the train routes are loved for their scenery, but working out the journeys can be tricky if you are new to the area. This trip from Zermatt to Lugano makes it easy with a preplanned itinerary, overnight accommodation, and train tickets booked in advance.

Combine the cultural highlights and natural delights of Zurich at a discounted price on this Zurich super saver tour. Wake up early and travel to Rhine Falls waterfalls, a spectacular natural wonder set amid verdant forest, and then spend the afternoon discovering Zurich’s most popular attractions. Listen to expert commentary as you cruise past impressive monuments like Fraumunster Church.

Ascend to one of Europe’s highest peaks on an exhilarating 2-day Alpine adventure from Zurich. With a knowledgeable guide, travel through the spectacular countryside of Bernese Oberland and ascend the UNESCO-listed Jungfraujoch pass on the new state-of-the-art gondola Eiger Express and a cogwheel train. Absorb sweeping vistas of the Alpine wonderland from the highest railway station in Europe, and luxuriate in comfortable accommodation in either Interlaken or Grindelwald, two charming Swiss towns. Enjoy a variety of rejuvenating outdoor activities like lake cruises, hikes and bicycle rides during relaxed free time and gain fascinating insight into the region’s rich history from your expert guide.

Board a cogwheel train to the UNESCO-listed Jungfraujoch, known as the Top of Europe, on this day trip from Zurich to the spectacular Swiss Alps. After a scenic coach journey through the Bernese Oberland, ride up to Europe's highest railway station, located 11,333 feet (3,454 meters) above sea level. From the Sphinx Observatory, look out over Aletsch Glacier and past the snow-capped Alpine peaks toward France and Italy.

Explore Zurich on a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. Climb aboard a luxury coach for a panoramic tour of top sights like the Swiss National Museum, the Zurich Opera House and the Old Town, and then take to the water for a scenic ferry crossing of Lake Zurich. Marvel at the grand architecture of Fraumünster Church and the Bahnhofstrasse and then gaze at sweeping Alpine vistas as you ride a cable car to the vertiginous Felsenegg vantage point.

Home to soaring Alpine peaks, medieval cities, and UNESCO–listed treasures, Switzerland offers unending opportunities for outdoor exploration. On this adventurous 8-day tour, travel throughout the country by train with accommodation and breakfasts included, and reach top attractions including the Bernese Oberland, the Jungfraujoch, and glitzy St. Moritz in comfort. With the logistics covered, you’re free to relax and enjoy the best of Switzerland.

Switzerland’s combination of tall mountains and charming towns has lured many a traveler. On this five-day tour, which is limited to just 10 guests, you’ll visit the country’s top sites. Start with two nights in Lucerne followed by two nights in Interlaken, with side trips to the top of Mount Pilatus and/or Mount Titlis and the Jungfraujoch. You have the option of 3- or 4-star accommodations.

Tick off three top experiences at a reduced price with a 3-in-1 Zurich package. Discover the city’s major landmarks on a walking tour, then relax your feet on a lake cruise, before riding a cable car to Felsenegg’s summit for views that reach as far as the Alps. Along the way, benefit from your small-group guide’s personalized insights.

Hop between the mountain towns of the Swiss Alps on a 4-day sightseeing trip from Zurich. With hotel accommodations and transport included, the experience allows you to visit the alps’ must-see towns with ease. Interlaken, Lucerne, Gruyère, Geneva, Bern and Zermatt — home of the Matterhorn — are on the itinerary, as well as a cable car ride to the tip of Mt Titlis. Bring your camera and enjoy ample free time to complement the guided tours.

Experience Mount Titlis’ dramatic summit on a full-day excursion from Zurich. First, explore Old Town Lucerne on a short orientation drive through the city and then explore independently. Travel to Engelberg, a resort cradled by the Swiss Alps, and ascend to the summit of Mount Titlis for breathtaking Alpine vistas. Take a chairlift to get up close to frozen crevices, and cross Europe’s highest suspension bridge. During winter, upgrade to include a skiing option.

Marvel at the Rhine Falls of northern Switzerland on a tour from Zurich by coach. In addition to free time to explore Europe's largest waterfall at your leisure, enjoy a photo stop outside the medieval Laufen Castle. On the return drive you’ll pass through Schaffhausen for a glimpse of Munot Fortress, built in the 16th century. During summer months (June to August), you have the option of a boat ride that brings you up close to Rhine Falls.

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.

Discover Lucerne and its charming Old Town on a full-day tour from Zurich. With a guide, embark on a short sightseeing tour of Lucerne and then spend some free time exploring independently. Admire popular attractions like Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, and browse the artistic exhibits within the Picasso Museum.

Journey from Zurich to see the Rhine Falls and historical Stein am Rhein on this half-day sightseeing trip by air-conditioned coach. Travel northward through vine-coated hills to the Swiss-German border. Visit Laufen Castle to see the falls, and if you’re here in summer, take an optional boat ride for an up-close look at the cascades. Continue to Stein am Rhein and enjoy a walking tour through the Old Town, passing the fresco-covered houses and other medieval landmarks.

Ascend to one of Europe’s highest peaks on a full-day trip to the magnificent mountain region of Jungfrau from Zurich. With a knowledgeable guide, travel by luxury coach through the scenic splendor of the Bernese Oberland region to the charming village of Grindelwald. Board the gondola Eiger Express of the newly opened V-Cableway and ascend the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jungfraujoch mountain pass. Absorb sweeping vistas of a sprawling Alpine wonderland from the vertiginous vantage point of the Sphinx Observatory. Explore the enchanting depths of an Ice Palace and capture fabulous photographs of the breath-taking landscape during your tour.

Save time and money with this tour package that combines two tours, so you can visit Zurich’s popular highlights, as well as the town of Stein am Rhein and Rhine Falls. Take the Dolderbahn rack railway up Zurichberg, explore Old Town (Altstadt) Zurich, travel to Laufen Castle to catch sight of Rhine Falls, and go on a walking tour of Stein am Rhein—all in one day.

Let the Alpine allure of the Bernese Oberland region impress you on a full-day excursion from Zurich. Climb aboard a luxury coach and gaze at spectacular scenery as you travel via Interlaken to Lauterbrunner on a scenic route; on arrival, take a seat on a mountain railway train and travel through idyllic panoramas of flower-filled meadows and dense forests. Explore the quaint village of Wengen and then ascend to the 2,016-meter (6,763-foot) summit of Kleine Scheidegg to admire breathtaking vistas of the Monch, Eiger and Jungfrau mountain ranges. Explore the area independently before returning to Zurich in the late afternoon. 

Gain a new perspective on Zürich on a small-group excursion that includes a ferry ride across Lake Zürich, a cable car journey during the summer, and a tour of the Old Town. Visit landmarks including Lindenhof and Grossmünster, gaining insight into the city’s history and culture from your local guide.

Discover the mountainous majesty of Lucerne and Engelberg on a full-day trip from Zurich. Pass the picturesque Swiss Alps and Lake Zurich as you travel by luxury coach, and then arrive in Lucerne, a charming Swiss town famed for impressive monuments like Chapel Bridge and the Town Hall. Head next to the renowned mountain resort of Engelberg to explore the enticing area independently; visit a Swiss cheese factory; see a magnificent Baroque monastery; or invigorate with a rewarding hike on one of the verdant valley trails. Enjoy illuminating commentary from an expert guide on this enchanting excursion.

Discover the spellbinding beauty of Engelberg, a picturesque town located at the foot of Angel Mountain, on an enriching full-day excursion from Zurich. With a knowledgeable guide, delve into the rich history of the beautiful resort town and enjoy some leisurely free time 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. Stop in Lucerne on the way back to Zurich to absorb the cultural charm of the city.  

Spend two days amid the Alpine majesty of Switzerland on a 2-day tour of Lucerne, Interlaken, Bern and Gruyères from Zurich. With a knowledgeable guide, immerse yourself in the rich cultural and natural tapestry of the country and visit a selection of historical attractions and stunning scenic spots. Take an Alpine cable car ride to the summit of a mountain; uncover the mysteries of cheese making on a tour of a factory; and discover the impressive monuments in Bern, the country’s capital. Conclude in Geneva and luxuriate in 4-star accommodation for one night on this enriching and highly enjoyable excursion.

Experience the natural splendor and cultural richness of two countries on a full-day tour of the Zurich region and the Liechtenstein Principality. With a knowledgeable guide, immerse yourself in a wonderland of sweeping valleys, alpine lakes, plunging waterfalls and scenic reserves as you explore Heidiland by coach. See the spectacular sights of Zurich on a guided city tour and marvel at the ancient majesty of Rapperswil and its medieval castle. Discover Vaduz, the capital of Leichtenstein, and its charming beauty and then return to Zurich after a comprehensive and captivating experience.

See the best of Switzerland's business and cultural hub on a half-day tour of Zurich. Follow your guide to the city's top attractions, including the shopping haven of Bahnhofstrasse, the Opera House, National Museum, and charming Old Town. Ride uphill by cogwheel train for panoramic views over the city and then take a 30-minute cruise on Lake Zurich. Top off the trip with a stop at the newly opened Lindt Home of Chocolate, where you can marvel at the world's highest free standing chocolate fountain. After an audio-guided tour through the museum, taste as much chocolate as your heart desires before returning by coach to Sihlquai Coach Parking.