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The 15 Best Zurich Tours & Day Trips

114 tours  ·  from $13 a head

Zurich is where most Swiss trips land, and almost everything famous is a day trip from it. These 15 cover the lake and the old town, the chocolate museum down at Kilchberg, and the long runs out to the Jungfraujoch, Titlis and the Rhine Falls.

Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket - From cocoa origins to chocolate in Europe
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Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket

1.Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,329 reviews · 1 day · from $22Our pick

Review of Lindt Home of Chocolate near Zurich, with factory exhibits, a giant fountain, audio guide, and generous unlimited tastings.

“Tour was very informative, the chocolate was delicious of course. The cafe had great little snacks and drinks as well. Absolutely worth the money!”

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Zurich: Day Trip to Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen - Grindelwald and the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau
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Zurich: Day Trip to Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen

2.Zurich: Day Trip to Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,699 reviews · from $132

Review of Zurich’s 12-hour trip to Grindelwald, Interlaken, and Lauterbrunnen, with alpine views, waterfalls, free time, and optional mountain rides.

“We loved this activity. The Alps region is probably the most beautiful place I have ever seen. Our guide Natalia was very informative, and did a great job coordinating the group all day. Would absolutely recommend.”

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Zurich: City Tour, Cruise, and Lindt Home of Chocolate Visit - Starting near Zurich HB
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Zurich: City Tour, Cruise, and Lindt Home of Chocolate Visit

From Zurich: Bus Day Trip to Heidiland and Liechtenstein - A brief look at Zurich before the countryside
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From Zurich: Bus Day Trip to Heidiland and Liechtenstein

4.From Zurich: Bus Day Trip to Heidiland and Liechtenstein

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,531 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $115

See Rapperswil, Alpine villages, Heidi’s world, and Liechtenstein on a scenic 7.5-hour bus trip from Zurich.

“The tour guide John, was absolutely fabulous, we got to know history of whole swiss. The tour was better than expected, with various interesting info. We saw more than expected. Everything was absolutely perfect. The Best tour guide i have ever jad on trips”

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Zurich: City Highlights Tour by Bus, Cable Car, and Ferry - Zurich Old Town, from St. Peter’s clock to the guild houses
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Zurich: City Highlights Tour by Bus, Cable Car, and Ferry

Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich - Engelberg and the climb to 3,000 meters
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Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

6.Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,960 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $215

Ride the Rotair to Mount Titlis, cross the Cliff Walk, explore Lucerne, and weigh the weather, crowds, cost, and winter options.

“Went with a tour group. We waited in line for one hour to get up and one hour to get back down. When we get to the sky and next in line to get on, they stop accepting more riders. They entire day felt rushed.”

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Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich - Rapperswil: castle views and a rose-filled Old Town
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Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich

8.Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,745 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

See Rapperswil, alpine valleys, Vaduz, and Heidiland on a scenic 7.5-hour coach tour from Zurich, with winter alternatives.

“Fantastic views and a great tour if you haven’t got much time in Switzerland and want to see the Alps up close. Was nice to visit a different country as well.”

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Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich - A short stop in Interlaken
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Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

9.Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,647 reviews · 11 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $380

Ride from Zurich to Jungfraujoch by cogwheel train and Eiger Express for glacier views, the Ice Palace, and a long Alpine day.

“Mind blowingly beautiful and the most gorgeous, hardworking tour guide I have ever experienced. This tour is non stop amazement from start to finish with nature at her best and Mr Kid the tour guide kept everyone together, making sure everyone had the best spot for their particular needs the whole day. It was cold and windy but it didn’t stop us enjoying the stunning view and experiences of this amazing tour.”

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Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland - Interlaken in 30 minutes
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Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

10.Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,409 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $386

Review of the 12-hour Jungfraujoch trip from Zurich, with the Eiger Express, Ice Palace, Sphinx views, Interlaken, tips, and value advice.

“If you do one thing in Switzerland, do this. Amazing experience. We went during the week in December so it wasn't overrun with skiers. Had a sunny day and the views were georgous. We also had great guides. I wish could remember their names (sorry). We went from Zurich and it was expensive but we'll worth the money. Do this!”

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Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride - Zurich by coach: Bahnhofstrasse, the museum quarter, and Zürichberg
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Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride

Zurich: City Bus Tour with Audio Guide and Lake Cruise - Bahnhofstrasse, banks, and the first look at the lake
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Zurich: City Bus Tour with Audio Guide and Lake Cruise

From Zurich: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus Day Tour - Meeting the coach near Zurich HB
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From Zurich: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus Day Tour

13.From Zurich: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,110 reviews · 10 hours · from $238Top rated

Ride gondolas, the Pilatus cogwheel train, and a Lake Lucerne boat on a full-day trip from Zurich with free time in Lucerne.

“Adolfo was amazing ,, he was very patient and very knowledgeable. The tour itself was worth it . Mt pilatus was incredible and would highly recommend it .. the tour includes transportation to all the places .”

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Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket - Lake Zurich photo stop and city views
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Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket

14.Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,028 reviews · 5 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Review of Zurich’s city tour, Lake Zurich cruise, Lindt chocolate museum, transit pass, and optional FIFA Museum visit.

“Though we had a good time, I am not sure I would book this particular tour again. It seemed a bit expensive for a quick overview of Zurich. However, our guide was very good -- very thorough with all directions and very easy to understand, unlike other tours I have been on.”

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