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Zurich Old Town Walking Tour
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Delve into Switzerland’s colorful past and discover top Zurich attractions on this Zurich walking tour. Follow your guide along the beautiful Bahnhofstrasse, where locals mingle in bustling boutiques, art galleries, and cafes. Head towards Lindenhof, and discover local landmarks including the City Hall and St. Peter's Church. Stroll the winding alleys of Niederdorf in the Old Town, home to the attractive churches of Fraumünster and Grossmünster.
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$13.87
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$13.87

Einstein's Zurich: "A Walk in Time" Old Town Exploration Game
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Embark on a quest around Zurich by solving clues help Einstein develop the famous Theory of Relativity, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own Paradenplatz, St. Peter's Church, the Old Town, and more.
+ Find the real story behind Albert Einstein's General Theory of Relativity
+ Solve clues around town and discover other hidden gems
+ Explore Zurich in a unique and memorable way
Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions so you won't need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve the clues and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Start and stop whenever you want.
The tour will take you from 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit so you can finish it at your own pace. After you buy the quest, an access code will be delivered to you by mail. Go to the starting point and be ready to begin the adventure.
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$10.45
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$10.45
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Chocolate Workshop, Tasting, and a cruise on the Lake of Zurich Private Tour
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Be immersed in the world of Swiss chocolatiering on this private tour in Zurich. Begin with a tour of the city’s top chocolate spots, with tasters included, then embark on a lake cruise with insights provided by your local guide. Round off your adventure with a visit to the Lindt Chocolateria to learn more about the art of chocolate making and get hands-on experience crafting your own creations.
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$253.64
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$253.64
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Zurich Highlights Tour
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Discover the spectacular sights of Zurich on a comprehensive 2-hour coach tour of the vibrant Swiss city. Cruise past legendary landmarks like the sophisticated Bahnhofstrasse and admire the shimmering surface of Lake Zurich as you listen to illuminating commentary from a knowledgeable guide. See, too, the sacred St Peter’s Church and the charming Old Town, and then tour distinguished districts with stately mansions from glorious times past and convince yourself of the high standard of living on the threshold of the popular Zürichberg recreational area. Select either a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule.
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$37.65
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$37.65

Highlights of Zurich City (Private Tour)
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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.
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$296.81
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$296.81
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Zurich City Highlights Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride
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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.
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$66.42
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$66.42

Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich: Two Countries in One Day
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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 Liechtenstein, and its charming beauty and then return to Zurich after a comprehensive and captivating experience.
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$95.21
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$95.21

Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Tour from Zurich
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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.
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$181.55
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$181.55

Black Forest and Rhine Falls Day Trip from Zurich
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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.
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$86.34
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$86.34

Zurich Tour Including Lake Cruise and Lindt Home of Chocolate
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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. Tour the noble Zürichberg district with unparalleled views 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.
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$77.49
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$77.49

Bern Small-Group Day Trip from Zurich Including Cheese Tasting
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Delve into the cultural and architectural delights of Bern during a full-day trip from Zurich. Accompanied by a guide, discover the rural charm of the Swiss landscape as you travel by luxury minibus including wifi. Learn the secrets behind fine Swiss biscuits at the Kambly Experience; explore Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old Town on a comprehensive tour; and visit a traditional dairy to sample Emmental cheese. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to nine people.
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$243.54
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$243.54

Swiss Alps Day Trip from Zurich: Jungfraujoch and Bernese Oberland
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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.
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$286.72
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$286.72

Zurich City Tour Experience
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If you want to experience all of the outstanding things Zurich has to offer in a single sightseeing outing, this is the tour package for you. Experience the town on this unique city tour with detailed commentaries in one of eleven languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, and Hindi.
The air-conditioned Panorama bus takes you on a 100-minute round trip to the sights of Switzerland’s largest city. The route leads across the famous Bahnhofstrasse and the banking center of the lake with a view of the snow-capped mountains, part of the old town with its magnificent guild houses and the churches St. Peter, Grossmünster and Fraumünster. You’ll see the university quarter and the residential area Zürichberg, the National Museum and the Kunsthaus. At the two most scenic viewpoints we will make a short photo stop.
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$37.65
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$37.65

Zurich Tour: 6 hours on shore, on water, in the air!
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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.
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$92.82
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$92.82
Price varies by group size

Glacier Paradise Mount Titlis Guided Tour from Zurich Including Lucerne
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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 unrivalled views over the Alpine scenery. Enjoy unlimited access to the rides and attractions at the peak, and embrace outdoor adventure in the Swiss countryside.
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$181.55
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$181.55

Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich
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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.
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$76.38
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$76.38

Zurich Tuk Tuk Tour with Hot Stone BBQ Feast and Wine
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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.
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$112.25
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$112.25

Zürich Historic District Tour
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Uncover the history of Zurich's beautiful old town on this guided walking tour. Follow your guide through winding alleys and czsy squares, all the way across the old town on both sides of the Limmat river, to discover places you wouldn't find alone and buildings that are hundreds of years old and filled with fascinating stories.
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$28.03
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$28.03
Price varies by group size

Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Tour from Zürich
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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, then ride Europe’s highest open-air cog railway 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.
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$414.45
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$414.45

Walking tour of Zurich - your first overview of the city (Private Tour)
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Are you in Zurich just for a short time, on a lay over or just for a few days, and you want to see the most of it? Then book this two hours orientation tour of Zurich City. Together with your private guide, you will walk through the old part of town, and we will show you the highlights and absolute must-sees while you are in Zurich. Learn about the history and today`s life in Zurich City, ask recommendations and insider tips for food and activities to you private guide, and discover why Giaccomo Casanova never left the area while he was visiting Zurich! Adjust this tour on the spot together with your guide, as per your wishes and interests!
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$350.77
per group
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$350.77
per group

Private trip from Zurich to discover 4 neighbouring countries in 1 day
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Discover four different countries in just one day. This private tour from Zurich takes you over the Swiss borders to Liechtenstein, Austria, and Germany. Along the way you'll see Lake Zurich, Lake Constance, Obersee, the hilltop Vaduz Castle, the island of Lindau, and Stein am Rhein where you can stroll around the medieval center.
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$1,295.16
per group
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$1,295.16
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Zurich Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Zurich
Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour
• It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and location; skip the content that doesn't interest you, and listen longer to content that does interest you.
• Not necessary to download any location tracking apps. Audio guide can be listened online (or) offline.
•Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one you’re most comfortable with.
• It is one of the best options with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide.
•If you have any questions about any attractions. No worries, we will answer in your language instantly by message.
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$6.00
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$6.00

Day Trip to Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein with a local from Zurich
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Go beyond Zurich to spend a day at the Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein with a local guide. This half-day trip packs in the sights of northern Switzerland with a mix of free time and guided activities. You’ll admire the cascades of Rhine Falls, explore Laufen Castle, and hear medieval history during a guided walking tour of Stein am Rhein.
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$73.20
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$73.20

Zurich with Cruise and Chocolate (Private Tour)
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Gain a comprehensive overview of Zurich on this combo tour that includes a guided city walk, lake cruise, cogwheel train ride, and visit to the Lindt & Sprüngli chocolate store. Benefit from the personalized attention of your private guide throughout and save time finding your way with round-trip transfer from your hotel included in the price.
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$420.93
Price varies by group size
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$420.93
Price varies by group size
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