7 Day Zurich including Lake ferry, Cable Car, Mount Rigi, Grindelwald and Interlaken, Rhine Falls & Sten am Rhein

Combine the fascinating city of Zurich with its beautiful surroundings on our extended afternoon sightseeing tour! Let your guide show you the highlights and cross pristine Lake Zurich by ferry. Take the cable car to the Felsenegg viewpoint for a stunning view of the city, the lake, and the snow-capped Alps. ­ After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich's main train station (Zurich HB). ­ Departure time: 13:00 Duration: 4 1/2 hours Language: English, Spanish ­ Highlights Enjoy the view of picturesque Lake Zurich during a photo stop Explore the Old Town on a short guided walk through medieval alleys Drive along the Gold Coast and cross Lake Zurich by ferry Ride the aerial cable car to the Felsenegg viewpoint Take in breathtaking views of the city, the lake and the snow-covered Alps ­Inclusions Guided Old Town walk Ferry across Lake Zurich Aerial cable car to Felsenegg Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide Transportation in comfortable coach Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate Exclusions Meals and drinks Personal expenses Description Enjoy a drive in a comfortable, climate-controlled coach past the castle-like Swiss National Museum, the chic shopping promenade Bahnhofstrasse and Zurich's famous financial district. Revel in marvellous views of brilliantly blue Lake Zurich during a photo stop at Enge harbour. Cruise the university quarter via the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich), the University of Zurich and the Kunsthaus art museum to the enchanting Old Town. Discover historic guild houses, the Church of St. Peter with Europe's largest clock face, the Grossmünster church and the Fraumünster church with its captivating stained-glass windows by Marc Chagall on a guided walking tour. ­ Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and continue with a scenic drive along the Gold Coast to Meilen. Cross the smooth waters of Lake Zurich by ferry before reaching Adliswil for the final highlight of the tour: Board the only aerial cable car in the canton of Zurich for an unforgettable ride up to the Felsenegg viewpoint! Immerse yourself in one of the most popular recreational zones in the greater Zurich area and delight in incredible views over the city, the lake and the snow-capped Alps. Breath in the fresh air of the tranquil forest before heading back to the Sihlquai Bus Station.

Go where the Swiss go and visit majestic Mt Rigi using various means of transport! Take an aerial cable car, Europe's first ever mountain railway and a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne. Relish an amazing view over 13 lakes and a magnificent alpine panorama and visit the charming Old Town of Lucerne. ­ After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich's main train station (Zurich HB). ­ Departure time: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours Language: English ­ Highlights Enjoy a scenic drive along the shores of Lake Lucerne Take the aerial cable car up to the car-free village Rigi Kaltbad Board Europe’s first ever mountain railway to Rigi Kulm Delight in unsurpassed views over deep blue lakes and the snow-capped Alps on a hike Relax during a 1-hour boat ride on Lake Lucerne and explore Lucerne Inclusions Aerial cable car, cogwheel train Boat ride on Lake Lucerne Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide Transportation in comfortable coach with AC Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate Exclusions Optional activities Meals and drinks Personal expenses Description Depart for a full-day trip with a lovely coach ride to Central Switzerland and along the shores of beautiful Lake Lucerne to Weggis, a charming summer resort on the Lucerne Riviera. Board the aerial cableway to Rigi Kaltbad and enjoy a breathtaking vista of pristine Lake Lucerne. Change for Europe's first ever mountain railway to Rigi-Kulm at 1,797 m a.s.l. The unsurpassed views from the summit over the Swiss Midlands with its deep blue lakes and the snow-capped mountain range of the Alps will overwhelm you! ­ A variety of well-prepared hiking trails invites for a walk and cosy mountain restaurants offer a decent selection of typical Swiss meals, all accompanied by an amazing alpine panorama. Take in a moment of silence at the Rigi Kulm mountain chapel before you descend to Vitznau by cogwheel train. Board a public boat for a lovely one-hour boat trip on picturesque Lake Lucerne and lean back in front of an incomparable natural scenery. ­ Dock at the Lucerne pier and stroll through the medieval streets of the charming Old Town. See the famous Chapel Bridge, the baroque Jesuit Church and the impressive Culture and Convention Centre (KKL) by star architect Jean Nouvel. Continue along the lakeside promenade with its grand Belle Epoque hotels and visit the famous Lion Monument for a souvenir photo. Have a snack or drink or buy some souvenirs before you meet your tour guide for the coach journey back to Zurich in the evening.

Explore one of Switzerland’s most stunning alpine destinations, the Jungfrau Region in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. Travel through amazing mountain views to the famous village of Grindelwald, surrounded by high mountains and nature. Then continue to the beautiful valley of Lauterbrunnen, known for its waterfalls. ­ After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich's main train station (Zurich HB). ­ ­ Departure time: 08:00 Duration: 12 hours Language: English, Spanish ­ Highlights Scenic drive through the Bernese Oberland Admire the iconic peaks Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau Discover the Glacier Village of Grindelwald Explore the breathtaking valley of Lauterbrunnen and its famous waterfalls Inclusions Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide Visit to the beautiful town of Interlaken (for departures from Zurich or Lucerne only) Visit to the charming village of Lauterbrunnen Visit to the alpine village of Grindelwald Transportation in comfortable coach with AC Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate Exclusions Optional activities Meals and drinks Personal expenses ­ Description From Zurich and Lucerne, set off on a scenic coach journey through beautiful Swiss countryside, crossing the spectacular Brünig Pass on your way to Interlaken. Nestled between the turquoise waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, Interlaken is a picture-perfect alpine destination. Enjoy its lively streets, scenic views, and the unforgettable sight of paragliders drifting through the sky above the town. ­ From Interlaken, drive to the charming mountain village of Grindelwald. Set in the heart of the Alps, this charming destination is known for its wooden chalets and a dramatic mountain scenery. Enjoy breathtaking views in every direction, especially of the iconic peaks Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. You will have approximately 3.5 hours of free time to discover the area at your own pace and enjoy optional activities of your choice. ­ For a real highlight, take the cable car up to Mount First. Feel the thrill on the famous First Cliff Walk by Tissot, a suspended walkway high above the valley, or slow down and enjoy a relaxing break at the mountaintop restaurant with panoramic alpine views. You can also stroll to the “First View” platform for even more panoramic scenery. If you’re looking for more adventure, explore the Glacier Canyon, where powerful glacier waters have carved striking rock formations over thousands of years. Alternatively, take a nostalgic ride up to Mount Pfingstegg, offering stunning views and fun alpine activities in a relaxed setting. These activities are optional and available at an additional cost. ­ Later, continue by coach to Lauterbrunnen, famous for its 72 waterfalls and once inspiration for writers such as Goethe and J.R.R. Tolkien. Enjoy free time to explore the charming village, stroll its picturesque streets, and admire Staubbach Falls, Switzerland’s third-highest waterfall and a true landmark of the valley. ­ Full of mountain-fresh air and fond alpine memories, meet your tour guide for the return journey in the afternoon.

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Zurich. Explore the city at your own pace, relax, or join optional activities. You may stroll through the charming Old Town, shop along Bahnhofstrasse, visit local cafés, or enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Zurich. This day is free for personal exploration and optional excursions (not included).

Discover the Rhine Falls, Europe’s biggest waterfall, and visit the medieval town of Stein am Rhein on an afternoon coach excursion from Zurich! Travel along the Grand Tour of Switzerland to the medieval Laufen Castle by the falls and marvel at exceptional frescoes in the well-preserved Old Town of Stein am Rhein. ­ After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich's main train station (Zurich HB). ­ Departure time: 13:15 Duration: 5 ¼ hours Language: English ­ Highlights Drive along the scenic Grand Tour of Switzerland Discover Europe’s biggest waterfall and the Laufen Castle Take an optional boat ride in the Rhine basin Explore the medieval village Stein am Rhein on a guided walk Marvel at exceptional painted facades and half-timbered houses Inclusions Rhine Falls, Laufen Castle, Historama Guided village walk in Stein am Rhein Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide Transportation in comfortable coach with AC Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate Exclusions Optional boat ride Meals and drinks Personal expenses Description Journey along the Grand Tour of Switzerland through gently rolling vineyards and charming farming villages to Northern Switzerland near the border with Germany. Reach the splendid Laufen Castle for the first highlight of this afternoon: the mighty Rhine Falls! Enjoy about one hour at leisure to explore Europe’s biggest waterfall, which is one of Switzerland’s major tourist attractions. ­ Delight in unique views from the panoramic lift and see how an average of 700,000 litres of water per second plunge across a width of 150 meters into the basin below. The Belvedere panoramic trail brings you to a viewing platform right above the falls where you feel the spindrift of the rumbling waters. Top off your visit with an optional boat ride (summer only) to get as close to the falls as possible – a truly memorable experience! Continue past Schaffhausen with its imposing Munot Fortress and through beautiful countryside to the medieval village of Stein am Rhein. ­ Follow your tour guide on a guided stroll through the winding alleys of the well-preserved Old Town and learn the story behind the exceptional frescoes of the many distinctive buildings. Walk past half-timbered houses to the White Eagle, where you can admire the oldest preserved mural painting of the Renaissance in Switzerland. Enjoy some time at leisure before meeting your tour guide for the evening drive back to Zurich.

After breakfast, meet your driver and transfer to Zurich Airport ( ZRH ) . We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up up to 4 hours before your flight departure time. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon, and late check-out will be subject to availability.