Stein am Rhein & Rhine Falls Half-day Tour

Chance to wander a medieval town and see Europe’s largest waterfalls

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 5 hours 15 minutes

On this half-day tour, you’ll discover Rhine Falls and the town of Stein am Rhein. You’ll depart from Zürich and head to the ancient Castle Laufen located on the top of the enormous Rhine Falls – the largest waterfalls in Europe. After an hour of walking around the scenic area to see different perspectives of the falls, you’ll continue up the Rhine River. Traveling the landscapes, you’ll reach the medieval town of Stein am Rhein. Here you’ll learn about the town and see its renowned wooden and stone buildings with renaissance frescoes. There will be some time to relax before returning to Zürich.

Why Visit

  • A chance to view the largest waterfalls in Europe
  • Opportunity to wander a charming medieval town
  • A stop at the Castle Laufen on top of Rhine Falls

What's included

  • Guide services
  • Transportation
  • Admission to Laufen Castle at Rhine Falls
  • Guided walk in Stein am Rhein

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Food and drinks
    • Personal expenses
    • Boat ride at Rhine Falls (April to October)

    Restrictions

    • Arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time.

    Languages spoken by guide

    English

    Additional information

    This tour can accommodate a maximum of ten participants.

    If there are infants with you, you will need to book a ticket for them too.

    This tour is conducted by a multilingual guide in English and German.

    Please note that the tour price does not include the boat ride at the Rhine Falls. An additional amount will have to be paid.

    The additional charges for the boat ride are as follows:

    Location

    Meeting point
    Limmatstrasse 4, Zurich, 8005
    Arrive at the white ticket office with the ‘Best of Switzerland Tours or Tickets Here’ signs at least 15 minutes before the tour’s starting time. The tour will depart from the Sihlquai Coach Terminal on Limmatstrasse 4.

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    Good value
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    Facilities
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    Quality of service
    4.6
    Ease of access
    4.6

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