Things to do in Switzerland
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Zurich Escape Room Game: Outdoor Puzzle Adventure in Old TownIf you love escape rooms or want to see Zurich from a totally new angle, this game is for you. You’ll hunt for clues all over the city center, solve clever puzzles with your team, and stumble into places most tourists miss. It’s challenging, social, and honestly—way more fun than just following a map.
Zurich: Lindt Chocolate Museum & Lake Cruise with Old Town WalkYou board a ferry across Lake Zurich, walk to the Lindt chocolate museum for an audio tour and unlimited tasting, return by bus to Bahnhofstrasse, then join a guided walk through the Old Town's medieval streets and churches, finishing at Lindenhof Hill for the city's best view. All transport passes and museum entry are included, and the small-group pace means you're not rushing between stops.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Zurich's main sights—the chocolate museum, the lake, the medieval center—in one organized day without arranging tickets, transport, or timing yourself. The included pass and pre-booked entry mean you skip the planning and the lines.
Zurich to Vaduz & Heidiland: Private Day Trip 2 CountriesYou get picked up from your Zurich hotel and spend the day crossing two countries with a driver-guide who handles navigation and timing. You'll stand in front of Vaduz Castle, walk through a rose garden in Rapperswil, get a passport stamp, and visit Heidi's village in the foothills. Hotel drop-off is included, and the car has Wi-Fi if you need it.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see two countries without arranging transport or worrying about train schedules — the private setup means you move at your own pace and don't wait for a group to gather.
Mt. Pilatus & Lake Lucerne tour from Zurich: Dragon cable carA guided tour from Zurich to Mt. Pilatus and Lake Lucerne includes hotel pickup, the famous dragon aerial cable car with 360-degree views, the steepest cogwheel railway descent, and a cruise across the Lake of Lucerne. The guide speaks English and the tour runs 6.5 hours, with all transport and rail passes included; you choose between a leisurely summit hike or the restaurant view platform at the top.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the commentary without translation — a straightforward choice for anyone traveling from an English-speaking country or comfortable hearing the tour in English. The fixed itinerary and included transport mean the day holds together without you building it.
Zurich: 1-Hour Lake Cruise & City Skyline ViewsYou board at Bürkliplatz in central Zurich and spend an hour on the water watching the city skyline, elegant villas, and lakeside landmarks slide past. The ticket includes the cruise itself; you bring a camera and an afternoon with no other plans. You're back at the starting point after 60 minutes, ready to move on to dinner or your next stop.Is it for me?Pick this if you have an hour or two free in Zurich and want to see the whole waterfront without arranging transport or planning stops—the fixed route and short duration fit perfectly into an afternoon between other plans.
Zurich Beer & Chocolate Tour: 8 Pairings in Districts 4 & 5A beer and chocolate tasting tour in Zurich's districts 4 and 5, where you walk between three hidden gem beer locations sampling eight 10cl craft beers, each paired with a praline by Max Chocolatier. A knowledgeable local guide shares stories about Zurich's beer scene and the craft behind both drinks. Groups stay under ten people, and the tour runs in English.Is it for me?The tour is held in English, so you'll follow the guide's commentary and stories about beer and Zurich without translation. Groups stay under ten people, which keeps the pace conversational and gives you room to ask questions as you taste.
Geneva to Chamonix Private Transfer & Airport PickupYou get picked up at Geneva Airport or your hotel and driven door-to-door to Chamonix in a modern, climate-controlled van with an English-speaking driver. The transfer includes up to 60 minutes of waiting time at the airport or 15 minutes from a city location, luggage help, and 24/7 support. Book with your pickup location, drop-off address, passenger count, and any child seats you need.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip arranging a taxi, negotiating a price at the curb, or figuring out public transport with luggage — the driver meets you, the route is fixed, and you arrive at your Chamonix address without a second thought.
Private Geneva TukTuk Tour: 5 Landmarks in 75 MinutesA private guided tour of Geneva's highlights aboard a small eTukTuk, covering Lake Geneva, Monument National, the Flower Clock, Jet d'Eau and Cathédrale Saint-Pierre in 75 minutes with a live guide in English or French. The tour operates with multiple daily departures and holds up to four passengers per vehicle, making it an efficient introduction for first-time visitors or those with limited time. Children under 10 need advance notice so the operator can arrange appropriate seating.Is it for me?Book the 1 TukTuk option if you're traveling solo or as a couple and want the full vehicle to yourself; choose 2 TukTuk if you're a larger group and want to split across two vehicles while staying together. The 75-minute duration works best if you're new to Geneva or have only an afternoon free—it covers the essential landmarks without eating a full day, and the eTukTuk pace means you're not walking between stops.
Mount Titlis Glacier World Private Day Tour from BaselA private guided day tour from Basel to Mount Titlis Glacier World combines scenic train travel through Lucerne and Engelberg with cableway access to the alpine summit. Your Swiss guide leads you through the Ice-Cave, across the Titlis Cliff Walk suspension bridge, and onto the Ice-Flyer chairlift over the glacier, with time at the Trubsee snow park and the village of Engelberg before the return train to Basel. All entrance fees, transportation and guide are included; the tour runs nine hours.Is it for me?The nine-hour day involves train travel and cableway rides rather than hiking, so it suits travelers who want alpine scenery and the thrill of the Cliff Walk without a strenuous climb. A private guide means the pace stays flexible and the experience is tailored to your group's interests.
Zurich Airport - City: Private van transfer with driverStep off your flight at Zurich Airport and be greeted by a local driver holding your name sign. Enjoy a private transfer in a clean Mercedes van with bottled water and help with your luggage. Relax as you’re driven straight to your hotel — it’s an easy start to Zurich you’ll remember long after landing.
Basel to Zurich: Private Transfer & 3-Hour Sightseeing StopsYou get picked up from your Basel hotel or airport, travel in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver, and stop for 1.5 hours each in Muttenz and Wettingen to explore medieval churches, castle ruins, and riverside walks at your own pace. The driver waits, the price is fixed, and you arrive in Zurich without the fatigue of public transport or the stress of navigating luggage alone.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling between Basel and Zurich with luggage or children and want to break up the journey without arranging separate transport, tickets, and timing yourself — the fixed stops and included driver handle all three at once.
Geneva Airport to City: Private Transfer & Hotel PickupYou're met at arrivals with a name board, driven directly to your Geneva hotel in a new private vehicle, and arrive knowing the cost in advance. Bottled water and WiFi are included; child seats and ski racks are free. The driver handles navigation and timing, so you can rest after your flight or start your trip without the taxi-stand shuffle.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Geneva and want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel knowing the cost in advance — the fixed price and meet-and-greet are what turn a transfer into one less thing to think about after your flight.
Lucerne & Interlaken: Panoramic Train with Private GuideYou're picked up at your hotel and driven to Lucerne for a quick walk through the city's main sights; then you board a panoramic train to Interlaken while your guide drives ahead to meet you. The afternoon is yours to spend in the Jungfrau region—Lauterbrunnen, alpine villages, cafés, shops—at your own pace with your guide handling the details. A two-hour return drive through the Bernese Oberland closes the day.Is it for me?Choose this if you want the Lucerne-to-Interlaken route without managing train tickets, transfers, or timing yourself—the guide handles the logistics so you focus on the views and the pace that suits you.
Swiss Alps Cooking Class from Zurich: Make Fondue & ChocolateA cooking class in the Swiss Alps near Zurich where you prepare fondue and a homemade dessert, taste regional cheese and chocolate, and hear stories about mountain life—an 8-hour experience with private transport, a Swiss guide in English or German, and all meals and drinks included.Is it for me?Book this class if you want to cook rather than watch—the fondue is made by your hands, not demonstrated—and if you have eight hours to spend in the mountains without rushing back to the city the same afternoon. The minimum age is 17.
Zurich to Basel Private Transfer: Mercedes & Airport PickupYou get picked up at Zurich Airport with a personalized name board, ride in a Mercedes Benz with a multilingual driver, and arrive in Basel an hour later with travel advice and luggage handled. The airport wait time is included, so there's no rush after landing. No rental desk, no shuttle queue, no stress.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the rental car desk and arrive in Basel without arranging transport yourself—the fixed price and included airport wait mean you land, walk to your car, and let someone else handle the road while you settle in.
Montreux & Chaplin's World Winter Tour from LausanneThis 6.5-hour guided tour from Lausanne drives the Swiss Riviera to four stops: the terraced Lavaux vineyards (a UNESCO site), Chaplin's World museum in Vevey, Chillon Castle on the water between Montreux and Villeneuve, and free time in Montreux for lunch. Transport by coach, a professional guide in English, entry to both museums, and bottled water are included; food and drinks during the Montreux break are at your own expense.Is it for me?This tour suits small groups and families traveling together who want the landmarks and the guide without building the day themselves — the fixed schedule holds four stops and two museums inside the afternoon, and the coach handles the driving between them.
Lucerne Lake Cruise and Old Town Tour with Guide & PhotographerA two-hour Lucerne tour combining a scenic lake cruise with a walking tour of the old town, led by an English or Portuguese-speaking guide and accompanied by a professional photographer who delivers edited images after the experience. The route covers Lake Lucerne's mountain panoramas, the Chapel Bridge, medieval cobbled streets, and the Lion Monument, with the photographer capturing candid and posed moments throughout.Is it for me?The two-hour pace keeps the lake, bridge, and old town inside a single morning or afternoon without rushing between stops. A professional photographer travels with you, so you get lifestyle portraits instead of selfies — the guide handles the stories and the photographer handles the framing, which means you're free to be present instead of managing the camera.
Chillon Castle & Chaplin's World Tour with Lake CruiseA full-day guided tour from Geneva visiting Chaplin's World museum, the UNESCO-protected Lavaux vineyard terraces, and Chillon Castle, with a cruise across Lake Geneva on a Belle Époque steamer and free time in Vevey and Montreux. The tour includes museum entry, a local wine and cheese tasting in the vineyards, the lake cruise, and an English-speaking guide; you travel by bus and return to Geneva by evening.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour with a fixed itinerary and schedule, so the day is structured around the boat departure and castle hours rather than your own pace — it suits travelers who want the major stops and the lake cruise without planning the route or managing transitions themselves. If you prefer to linger at one site or skip another, or if you'd rather explore at your own speed, a private tour or self-guided day would work better.
Lucerne Day Trip from Basel: Mount Pilatus Cruise & GuideA full-day private tour from Basel to Lucerne combines train travel with a guide, a scenic boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, and a ride up Mount Pilatus on the world's steepest cogwheel railway, followed by time in Lucerne's old town. All train, boat, cogwheel railway, gondola and bus tickets are included. The itinerary is customizable, and hotel pickup from Basel is part of the package. The boat and cogwheel railway operate May through October; outside those months, the gondola serves both directions to the mountain, with the boat cruise moved to the return journey.Is it for me?The guide speaks your language—English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian or another—so the commentary travels with you without translation delays. Book this if you want someone who knows the route and the stops but won't dictate the pace once you're on the mountain.
Private car transfer Basel to Zurich with English driverYou’ll be picked up right at your hotel or address in Basel by an English-speaking local driver who handles your luggage and shares small insights along the drive to Zurich. Enjoy a comfortable private car ride with bottled water included — and arrive feeling calm, not frazzled, thanks to door-to-door service you’ll remember long after the trip.
