Guided Tour of Zürich and Surrounding Areas

Afternoon tour in and around Zürich by coach, ferry and cable car

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes

On this four-hour guided tour, you'll have the chance to view sights in Zürich and its surrounding areas.

The tour will begin with a ride in an air-conditioned coach. While aboard, your guide will point out the majestic National Museum, the Bahnhofstrasse shopping street, the financial district and the Zürich Opera House. You'll then stop for photos at Lake Zürich before heading to the Old Town district. While there, you'll embark on a walking tour of the city's historic attractions.

Afterwards, you'll go for a ride along the scenic Gold Coast on your way to the ferry port in Meilen. Once aboard the ferry, you'll travel to the quiet town of Horgen before heading off to Adliswil. In Adliswil, you'll board a cable car to the Felsenegg vantage point, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the snow-capped Alps.

Why visit

  • A chance to see Zürich's main sights
  • An opportunity to visit Zürich's surrounding areas
  • A chance to take a ferry ride on Lake Zürich
  • An opportunity to take a cable car ride to Mount Felsenegg

What's included

  • Guide services
  • Transport
  • Ferry ride
  • Cable car

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Meals
    • Drinks
    • Personal expenses

    Restrictions

    • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
    • Comfortable footwear is recommended.
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

    Languages spoken by guide

    English
    Spanish

    Additional information

    Please note that the tour guide is multilingual. You can decide your preferred language directly at the starting point.

    Please note that the aerial cable car could occasionally be replaced by a cogwheel railway due to maintenance.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

    Children aged 0 to 5 years can participate for free.

    Operated by Best of Switzerland Tours

    Location

    Meeting point
    Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, Zurich
    The departure point is at the Sihlquai bus station (Limmatstrasse 2), located behind the train station, in front of the Fred Hotel. Please check in at the counter with the 'Best of Switzerland Tours' sign.

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