The 10 Best Day Trips from in Zurich, Canton of Zurich

Avoid the crowd and get the undivided attention of your guide and discover the spectacular sights of Zurich and surroundings by walking in a small group. Discover as a local the cultural and financial capital of Switzerland, enjoy a pleasant cruise on the crystal clear Lake Zurich and admire awesome panoramic views overlooking the city, the lake and the snow-capped Alps from the local little mountain Uetliberg. On the summer tours we are experiencing a short ride on the aerial cable car to the little mountain Felsenegg and we are hiking a short distance on a special trail. In the city, we are focusing on legendary landmarks and historical monuments and besides taking beautiful pictures you’ll enrich your knowledge about the region’s history and you'll find out interesting facts about Switzerland. The tour will offer you the chance to get the best taste of Zurich on shore, on water and in the air! If you are ready to do in 1 day what others are doing in 3, then join our tour!

Inclusions: Local guide, Ferry trip on the Lake Zurich, Aerial cable car (on the summer tours), Ride on the cogwheel railway, Nice spots for great pictures and unforgettable memories

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Souvenirs, Personal expenses and shopping

Explore the stunning landscapes of Bernese Oberland and let your adrenaline levels surge on this 12-hour tour from Zurich. Absorb panoramic views from the First Cliff Walk by Tissot, Europe’s highest suspension bridge; zoom down the First Flyer, a zipline overlooking the Alps; and take an off-road journey on a mountain cart and a scooter. See, too, the Alpine landscapes of Grindelwald and Interlaken, two picturesque mountain villages, with your guide. 

Inclusions: Transportation in a comfortable coach, Partly accompanied by a multilingual guide (no guide on Mt First and train ride to Interlaken), Ascent by aerial cable car to Mt First, Activities: Cliff Walk, First Flyer, Mountain Cart, Trottibike scooter, Public train ride from Grindelwald to Interlaken

Exclusions: Food/beverages and personal expenses, Hotel Pick-up and Drop off, Gratuities

Avoid the crowd and get the undivided attention of your private guide and discover the spectacular sights of Zurich and surroundings by walking in a small group. Discover as a local the cultural and financial capital of Switzerland, enjoy a pleasant cruise on the crystal clear Lake Zurich and experience a short cable car ride in order to admire awesome panoramic views over the city, lake and the snow-capped Alps from the local little mountain Felsenegg or Uetliberg. In the Old Town, we are focusing on legendary landmarks and historical monuments and besides taking beautiful pictures you’ll enrich your knowledge about the region’s history and you'll find out interesting facts about Switzerland. The tour will offer you the chance to get the best taste of Zurich on shore, on water and in the air!

Inclusions: Local Guide , Small Group, Funicular and Aerial Cable Car ride, Cruise on the Lake Zurich, Unforgettable Memories :)

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Embark on a spectacular Alpine journey from Zurich to the Top of Europe! Travel by coach through the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland's magnificent Jungfrau region, then hop aboard a cogwheel train and ride up to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station at a staggering elevation of 11,333 feet (3,454 meters). A stunning panorama of snow-capped mountains and glaciers awaits you.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Cogwheel train ride

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Sure to be a highlight of your Switzerland vacation, this day trip from Zurich takes you into the Swiss Alps. Discover Jungfraujoch, one of the highest points in Europe, travel by coach with a multilingual guide through the Bernese Oberland region, and enjoy a stop in the famous town of Interlaken along the way. Board the gondola in Grindelwald and change to the cogwheel train at the Eiger Glacier for a ride to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jungfraujoch mountain pass, where an Alpine wonderland of spectacular mountains and glaciers awaits.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Cogwheel train ride, Aerial cable car Eiger Express

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Gratuities, Food and drinks

For a full day of alpine summer splendor, make for the mountains on this guided roundtrip from Zurich to central Switzerland's Mount Pilatus. Your full day guided tour includes a gondola and aerial cable car ride, the world's steepest cog-wheel railway and a cruise on Lake Lucerne.

Inclusions: Panorama drive to Lucerne with photo stop en route ( at Lake Lucerne or the Lion Monument), Short introduction city tour of Lucerne, Panoramic gondola and aerial cablecar (except during maintenance), Steepest cogwheel train in the world (from early May to early November), Boat ride on Lake Lucerne, Lunch voucher will be provided in case the boat ride does not operate, Air-conditioned vehicle, Time at leisure in Lucerne

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Food and drinks, unless specified

See Zurich's highlights and secret spots.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional guide, Personal driver, All taxes, fees, and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Use of Wi-Fi

Exclusions: Lunch

Witness breathtaking snowy mountain landscapes on this day trip from Zurich to Mount Titlis. First, your guide points out some top Lucerne attractions on a short orientation drive through the city, followed by some free time in this charming city. Then, continue to Engelberg in the Swiss Alps and ride in a revolving cable car to the top of mighty Mount Titlis for majestic views of ice boulders and crevasses. Get closer to the crevasses on the Ice Flyer chairlift, enjoy some snow tubing at the Glacier Park and walk across Europe’s highest suspension bridge for more spectacular views. Optional (in winter, for ski beginners only): Choose the Snow Experience option. Slide down the hill on snow tubes and try skiing once in a lifetime on the beginner slopes – definitely a memorable experience you shouldn't miss. A Titlis Snow Park staff member (English speaking) will provide the equipment and supervise the activities.

Inclusions: Panorama drive to Lucerne with photo stop en route (at Lake Lucerne or the Lion Monument), Air-conditioned vehicle, Short orientation drive by coach through Lucerne, Revolving cable-car ride to the summit of Mount Titlis with Rotair gondola, Snow tubing at Glacier Park (May to October, in winter at Trübsee) (Subject to snow conditions), Local taxes, Professional, multilingual guide during coach journey, Titlis Cliff Walk & Glacier Cave (weather permitting), Ice Flyer chair lift (weather permitting, not included with Snow Experience option)

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Winter Clothes, Snow Experience option only: Ice Flyer not included

On this full-day alpine excursion, escape Zurich and spend a glorious day in the Lake Lucerne area, exploring Mount Rigi, known as the ‘Queen of the Mountains,’ and the picturesque lakeside town of Lucerne. This tour is mostly made up of free time and self-guided activities – your guide will be with you from Zurich to Weggis, at the foot of the mountain, and then you’re free to explore the mountain and Lucerne at your leisure. Ride an aerial cable car and a cogwheel train, take in stunning views over the Swiss Alps and enjoy a boat ride on Lake Lucerne – it’s a full day of gorgeous scenery and mountain delights.

Inclusions: Aerial cable car, Cogwheel train, Boat ride from Vitznau to Lucerne, Transportation by coach from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich, Live-guided from Zürich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zürich (no guide on Mt. Rigi and boat ride)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Meals and drinks

Spend a full day in the beautiful alpine world of the famous Bernese Oberland on this guided coach tour from Zurich. Sit back and relax on your guided tour in comfortable deluxe coach along the scenic route via Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen. There, you'll take the famous Wengernalp mountain railway for a 45-minute trip through idyllic alpine meadows and forests to the idyllic village of Wengen and then up to Kleine Scheidegg at 2,016 m (6,762 ft). Here, you'll enjoy scenic views of the magnificent Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau mountain range. The imposing Eiger North Face, featured in movies like The Eiger Sanction, is just within touching distance.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off