City Tours and Excursions, Zürich, Switzerland. 52 Grand Tour of Switzerland Travelers on the Grand Tour of Switzerland are treated to cultural and regional gems as they explore five Alpine passes, four language zones, and many UNESCO World Heritage sites. The route goes completely around and through Switzerland. In the Zurich region, the Grand Tour of Switzerland passes through Rapperswil and Zurich to the Rhine Falls, offering breathtaking countryside, culture and culinary experiences. The highlights of the Zurich section are the cities of Rapperswil, Zurich and Winterthur, as well as the delightful drive along Lake Zurich to the Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall. This adventurous road trip is also available as the E-Grand Tour for electrically- powered vehicles. The recommended time to travel is summer, from April through October. The Grand Tour is marked with official signposts, traveling in a clockwise direction. Within the Grand Tour itinerary, you will find sections that offer guided tours, including “Half-Day Trip to the Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein” (Tour 20) and “Day Trip to Berne With Food Tasting” (Tour 22). More Information ➡ zuerich.com/grandtour ➡ MySwitzerland.com/grandtour Apr 1, 2018 – info@zuerich.com #visitzurich Other Destinations Mar 31, 2019 +41 44 215 40 00 zuerich.com/tours Inserat Airport Center Shop City Tours Excursions 93x198 en.indd 2 09.03.18 08:05 Welcome to Zürich, Switzerland. Choose from a variety of tours and excursions in and around Zurich. Buy your tour tickets at the Tourist Information at Zurich Main Station, where you will also find other useful information for your stay here. All tours depart from Sihlquai bus station unless otherwise noted. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the departure time. Program and prices are subject to change. Some tours require a minimum number of participants. Reservations, tickets and information: Tourist Information at Zurich Main Station T +41 44 215 40 00 info@zuerich.com ➡ zuerich.com Opening hours: May – Oct Mon – Sat 8 am – 8.30 pm Sun 8.30 am – 6.30 pm Nov – Apr Mon – Sat 8.30 am – 7 pm Sun 9 am – 6 pm Zurich and Region Mountains Zurich Old Town Walking Tour 1 Day Trip With Chocolate, Cheese and Mountains 28 Tour Suggestion for Culture Lovers 2 Day Trip to Mt. Rigi 29 Zurich Food Tour 3 Day Trip to Mt. Pilatus 9.30 am 30 City Tour Through Zurich by Bus 4 Day Trip to Mt. Pilatus 10 am 31 City Tour Through Zurich by Bus With Audio Guide 5 Day Trip to Mt. Titlis 10 am 32 City Tour and Boat Trip in Zurich 6 Day Trip to Mt. Titlis 9.30 am 33 City Tour and Train Trip to the Uetliberg 7 Day Trip to Engelberg and Lucerne 34 City Tour and Felsenegg Cable Car Trip 8 Day Trip Over Three Swiss Mountain Passes 35 City Tour in Zurich and to Rapperswil 9 Day Trip to Stanserhorn With CabriO Cable Car 36 City Tour and Boat Trip to the Lindt Shop 10 Day Trip to the Jungfraujoch 8 am 37 Tour Suggestion for Families 11 Day Trip to the Jungfraujoch 8.30 am 38 City Tour with Swiss Cheese Fondue 12 Day Trip to Kleine Scheidegg 8 am 39 Swiss Finance Museum 13 Day Trip to Kleine Scheidegg 8.30 am 40 Private City Tour by eTukTuk 14 Day Trip to Grindelwald and Interlaken 8.30 am 41 Boat Trips – Lake Zurich and River Limmat 15 Day Trip to Grindelwald and Interlaken 8 am 42 City Tour by Segway 16 Canyoning or Rafting in Interlaken 43 FIFA World Football Museum 17 Day Trip to Mt. First with Fun and Adventure 44 Swiss Casinos Zürich 18 Day Trip Skiing in Grindelwald for Beginners 45 Half-Day Trip to the Rhine Falls and Laufen Castle 19 Half-Day Trip to the Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein 20 Day Trip to the Black Forest and Rhine Falls 21 More Destinations Baden 46 Swiss Cities Zug 47 Rapperswil-Jona 48 Day Trip to Berne With Food Tastings 22 Winterthur 49 Day Trip to Lucerne 9.30 am 23 Schwyz 50 Day Trip to Lucerne 10 am 24 Swiss Travel System 51 Grand Tour of Switzerland 52 Traditional Switzerland Day Trip to Lucerne With Folklore Show 25 Day Trip to the Appenzell Region 26 Day Trip to Heidiland and Liechtenstein 27 Wi-Fi as a standard feature, however not guaranteed Experience a Climate-Neutral Zurich We are committed to sustainable development in tourism. Climate-neutral tours are marked with a green leaf. Climate-neutral means that either no climate-relevant emissions are generated or the emissions caused are offset by the myclimate foundation. More information at zuerich.com/sustainability Zürich Card: Transport + Museums + Tours 1 Zurich Old Town Walking + Boat Cruises Tour Discover Zurich’s historic center on this guided walking tour. You will hear fascinating stories and anecdotes + Restaurants about the eventful history of the city on the River Limmat. + Nightlife • Most popular Zurich city tour • Guided walk through the historic Old Town • Stories and anecdotes about Zurich’s history + Shopping • Tour guides offer a local inside perspective • Impressive guild houses, historic squares and quaint + Family Offers side streets • Interesting for guests and locals alike • Important: The tour is held Saturday at 11 am in German + Wellness and at 3 pm in English. All other tours are conducted in German and English. • Bookings available for private groups • Meeting point: Tourist Information at Zurich Main = CHF 27 (24 h) Station = CHF ( ) 53 72 h Duration: 2 h Prices: Adults CHF 25, children CHF 12.50 Benefit from free travel on local public transportation, 50% discount with the Zürich Card as well as many more price reductions. Available Languages: EN, DE at the Tourist Information at Zurich Main Station, at Schedule: J F M A M J J A S O N D Zurich Airport, and at all SBB and ZVV points of sale. daily 3 pm and Sat / Sun 11 am ➡ zuerich.com/zuerichcard Wed / Sat / Sun 11 am and Sat 3 pm ➡ zuerich.com/tour1 171213_ZuerichCard_CityTours_DE_EN_89x193.indd 2 05.03.2018 11:52:42 Zürich Card: Transport + Museums + Tours + Boat Cruises + Restaurants + Nightlife + Shopping + Family Offers + Wellness = CHF 27 (24 h) = CHF 53 (72 h) 180116_ZuerichCard_CTE_89x58mm.indd2 Tour Suggestion 1 16.01.2018 14:27:28 3 Zurich Food Tour for Culture Lovers Learn about Zurich’s culinary side on this guided city tour. Walk through the trendy Zurich-West quarter, where By Ronnie, Munich: former factory halls now house creative gastronomic Anyone visiting Zurich for the first time should be sure to concepts. go to the National Museum by the Main Station: here Switzerland’s history is brought to life. After fortifying • A tour for foodies, amateur chefs and gourmets yourself in the Restaurant Spitz (named for the adjoining • On foot through the former industrial district of Platzspitz Park) next door, you can learn all kinds of Zurich-West fascinating facts on a guided walk through Zurich’s Old • Visit trending restaurants and bars Town. Afterwards, it is worth embarking on a shopping • Sample delicious culinary specialties spree through the Old Town, because the most beautiful • Tour guides have a wealth of insider knowledge souvenirs of Zurich can be found in the stores, • Discover Zurich-West’s hip food scene Marktlücke and Schweizer Heimatwerk. In the evening I • Alcoholic drinks may be served at tasting stops recommend the restaurant AuGust, housed in the Widder • Important: Not recommended for vegetarians or people with food allergies Hotel, and for a nightcap the Cabaret Voltaire, the • The tour will be canceled if the minimum number birthplace of the Dada art movement. of 6 participants is not reached by 2 pm on the day of the tour • Bookings available for private groups Zürich Card Discount Savings (CHF) National Museum Zurich Free 10 Restaurant Spitz Surprise ~6 Zurich Old Town Walking Tour 50% 12.50 Marktlücke store 10% Schweizer Heimatwerk store 10% Duration: 3 h Restaurant AuGust Surprise ~6 Prices: Adults CHF 85 Cabaret Voltaire 2 for 1 Dada-Sour 14.50 10% discount with the Zürich Card ZVV Day Pass Zone 110 Free 8.80 Languages: EN, DE Total savings per person 57.80 Schedule: J F M A M J J A S O N D (without shopping discounts) Fri 4 pm ➡ zuerich.com/zurichcard ➡ zuerich.com/tour3 Zurich and Region 4 City Tour Through Zurich by Bus Discover Zurich’s highlights in an air-conditioned tour bus. See the historic Old Town, take a ride on the Dolder cogwheel train, and enjoy beautiful views over Lake Zurich. • A classic city tour in a modern tour bus • Detailed information from audio guide and tour guide • Photo stops: Lake Zurich and Fraumünster church • Highlights: Kunsthaus, Zurich Opera House, university quarter, Grossmünster, Fraumünster, historic guild houses • Ride on the Dolder cogwheel train up the Zürichberg • Spectacular views of the city, Lake Zurich, and the Alps • Short stroll through the historic Old Town • Drive along the scenic Limmatquai promenade • Return trip to Sihlquai bus station in Zurich • Optional: Drop-off at Limmatquai promenade for guests staying in hotels in the Old Town: 12.15 pm, 3.15 pm, 5.30 pm Duration: 2¼ h Prices: Adults CHF 34, children CHF 17 10 am tour: 20%, 1 pm / 3.30 pm tour: 10% discount with the Zürich Card Languages: EN, DE Audio guide: CN, JA, RU, ES Transportation: Bus ( ), cogwheel train Schedule: J F M A M J J A S O N D daily 10 am / 1 pm / 3.30 pm daily 1 pm ➡ zuerich.com/tour4 Zurich and Region 5 City Tour Through Zurich by Bus With Audio Guide This impressive city tour is accompanied by a detailed commentary on Zurich’s history, culture, and main sights – including two photo stops.