Things to do in Switzerland
Day Trips from Zurich19 optionsMuseums7 optionsLucerne Tours45 optionsZurich Airport Taxi11 optionsBoat Tour Zurich30 optionsGeneva City Tour14 optionsMount Titlis Tours13 optionsZurich City Tour24 optionsLake Lucerne Tours38 optionsGeneva Airport Transfer12 optionsLucerne Boat Tour20 optionsLake Zurich Tours27 options
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Lucerne & Mount Rigi tour: Cogwheel train, lake cruiseA private guided tour of Lucerne, Mount Rigi and Lake Lucerne combines a cogwheel train ride to the alpine summit, a 50-minute cruise across the lake, and a walking tour of Lucerne's landmarks—the itinerary adjusts to your pace and interests instead of following a fixed schedule. Pickup from your hotel is included, and your guide meets you at each transition point to keep the day flowing without gaps or confusion.Is it for me?Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or another language—choose the one you're comfortable with when you book. The private format means the guide paces the commentary and stops around what you want to focus on, so you're never waiting for a group or rushing past something that interests you.
Basel to EuroAirport: Business Car Transfer & Meet-GreetYou're picked up at your Basel hotel by a named driver holding a sign, helped with luggage, and driven in a disinfected business car to EuroAirport. The vehicle includes bottled water and hand sanitizer; you get 20 minutes of free wait time if you're running late. The driver handles the door and the route, so you arrive calm and on time without arranging parking or timing yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you're leaving Basel early or late and want to skip the parking lot and the taxi negotiation — a named driver and a fixed price mean you arrive at the airport ready to go, not stressed.
Private Zurich City Tour: Tailor Your Own RouteA private Zurich city tour where you choose the stops and the pace: a driver-guide picks you up at your hotel or the airport in a comfortable vehicle and takes you where you want to go, with the option to ask for advice or follow your own plan. Available for 2, 4, or 8 hours; the guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two additional languages.Is it for me?Choose the 2-hour option if you're between flights and want the essentials; go 4 hours for a real sense of the city without a full day commitment; book 8 hours if you want to move at your own pace and explore neighborhoods beyond the main sights. The private vehicle means you're not waiting for a group to board or keeping to someone else's schedule.
Rophaien summit hike from Zurich: Ridge walk above Lake LucerneA guided day trip from Zurich to the summit of Rophaien (2,078 m) in the Uri Alps, starting from the lakeside village of Sisikon. The hike climbs through forests and alpine meadows to an exposed ridge with panoramic views of Lake Lucerne, the Glarus Alps, and the Uri Alps. Transport by train and cable car is included, along with a live guide in English or German.Is it for me?This hike suits travelers with moderate to good fitness who want a genuine alpine summit experience without the crowds of Switzerland's most famous peaks. The 11-hour day and steep ridge sections mean it's built for people comfortable with sustained effort and exposed terrain, not a casual afternoon walk.
Geneva 5-Hour Private City Tour: Jet d'Eau & Old TownA private Geneva city tour with an English-speaking guide covers the Jet d'Eau, Reformation Wall, Old Town and Flower Clock in 5 hours, with air-conditioned transport and Swiss lunch at Café du Centre. Pickup is included; the route holds together without arranging stops or transport separately, so the morning stays intact for the rest of your day.Is it for me?Five hours is enough to see the main landmarks and eat without rushing, but it leaves the afternoon free for museums, shopping or the lake. If you need a full day in Geneva or want to linger in one neighborhood, a longer tour would suit you better; this one is built for travelers who want the essential Geneva in a half day.
Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: Medieval Streets & Lake ViewsA guided walking tour of Zurich's Old Town explores medieval streets, iconic churches (Grossmünster, Fraumünster, St. Peter's), and riverside views along the Limmat, with an English-speaking guide sharing local stories and hidden details. The tour runs 3 to 4 hours and includes a scenic bus route through the city; children under 6 join free with a reservation made at booking.Is it for me?The tour is led entirely in English, so you'll follow the guide's stories and historical context comfortably without translation or headsets. It suits first-time visitors and culture lovers who want an informed introduction to the Old Town without building an itinerary themselves.
Geneva International District Tour by Open Top BusAn open-top bus tour of Geneva's international district and lakeside parks, departing from Place Dorcière with audio commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German. The route passes the United Nations Office, the Broken Chair sculpture, and the Jet d'Eau fountain, then follows both shores of Lake Geneva through the city's green spaces. Children from age 4 are welcome; the bus operates every 45 minutes and the full loop takes about 75 minutes.Is it for me?The open-top format and fixed 45-minute schedule suit travelers who want to see Geneva's landmarks and lakeside without planning a route or timing—you board when you arrive, listen in your language, and the bus handles the stops. It works well for families with children from age 4 and for anyone who prefers to sit and take in the city rather than walk it.
Zurich open-top bus tour with chocolate and cheese tastingA full-day tour of Zurich combines a one-hour open-top bus ride through the city with visits to two working food factories in the countryside — the Chocolarium chocolate maker in Flawil and the Appenzeller Schaukäserei cheese dairy — plus a 30- to 45-minute stop in St. Gallen to see the cathedral and walk the old town. A live English-speaking driver-guide leads the whole day; you arrange your own lunch in Zurich before the afternoon departs.Is it for me?Pick this if you're based in Zurich without a car—the afternoon itinerary starts with a guided bus tour of the city, then continues to the chocolate factory and cheese dairy, so you experience both attractions in one outing rather than planning separate trips.
Mount Rigi and Lake Lucerne day tour from BaselA guided day tour from Basel to Mount Rigi and Lake Lucerne with a small group and English-speaking Swiss guide. The itinerary chains four transport modes—train, boat, cogwheel railway and cable car—into one continuous loop, so the day unfolds without backtracking. Lunch at Rigi Staffel is on your own; the guide handles timing and commentary across all the transitions.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the commentary without translation or a headset. It suits anyone who wants the mountain and the lake in one day without renting a car or reading train schedules.
Circle 4 Langstrasse tour Zurich: Red-light district historyA guided city tour of Zurich's Circle 4 district, led by a live guide in English or German, that traces the Langstrasse and the Cheib neighborhood from their turbulent past through their transformation into a multicultural creative hub. The tour runs two hours and covers the history of bars, clubs and galleries that now define the district. Minimum age is 16; the route is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see a side of Zurich that most visitors skip—a neighborhood with real history and real character, not a polished version of it. The two-hour walk keeps the pace manageable while covering enough ground to understand how the district works.
Lake Zurich Cruise: 1-Hour Scenic Boat Tour with PickupA 1-hour scenic cruise on Lake Zurich departing from Zurich with hotel pickup and professional driver included. You board at the pier and glide past lakeside villas, charming towns, and lush landscapes; on clear days the distant Swiss Alps come into view. The experience includes onboard commentary and concludes at the pier, leaving the rest of your day open.Is it for me?Pick this if you prefer being driven directly to the boat rather than navigating to the pier yourself—the driver handles timing so you board without rushing.
Private Zurich City Tour with Lake Cruise and Hotel PickupA private city tour of Zurich combines a car-based route through the financial district, university area and Bahnhofstrasse with a 1-hour cruise on Lake Zurich, including hotel pickup and drop-off. The driver-guide speaks English and handles the route while you move between the city's landmarks and the water. Wheelchair accessible throughout; suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The three-hour pace is split between car and water, so you're seated most of the time—a good fit if you want to see Zurich's layout and landmarks without walking between stops, or if you're arriving fresh and want to ease into the city before exploring on foot later.
Rafting in Interlaken: Glacial river descent in the Swiss AlpsRafting in Interlaken is a 3.5-hour descent down the Lütschine river in the shadow of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, where you paddle through fast white water in a wetsuit, helmet and life jacket supplied for you. The activity starts with a safety briefing and equipment check in Bönigen, then moves straight to the river; transport to and from the site is included, as is a snack and drinks at the end. Children from age 15 can join; a high level of physical fitness is needed.Is it for me?The guide delivers the safety briefing and instructions in multiple languages (English, German, Italian and Spanish), so you can follow the setup and technique in whichever language you're most comfortable with. This matters because the river moves fast and you need to understand the briefing clearly before you paddle.
Mt Pilatus & Lake Lucerne private tour: Railway & cruiseA private guided tour of Lucerne combines a first-class cruise across Lake Lucerne, a cogwheel railway ascent of Mt Pilatus (the steepest in the world), summit exploration with time for lunch, and descent via aerial cableway back to your hotel. Your personal guide handles logistics, photography and transport throughout the six-hour day. Hotel pickup and all entry fees are included; lunch is your own choice.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a private guide handling every transition and taking photos while you stand in the moment—the boat, the cogwheel train, the cableways and the drive home are all arranged and paid for, so the day holds together without you building it. A shared group tour splits the cost but also the guide's attention and the timing; this one is built for one party.
Lake Geneva: Private Boat Sunset & Fondue DinnerYou board a private boat with a professional skipper who adjusts the route to your group's preferences. Depending on your choice, you get a daytime cruise with optional swimming stops, a sunset aperitif, or a Swiss fondue dinner on the water with views of Mont Blanc and Geneva's shoreline. The boat stays small and intimate, and you return when your group is ready.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a private boat on Lake Geneva without arranging your own vessel or planning every stop — the skipper handles the navigation and timing, leaving your group free to decide whether to swim, watch the sunset, or linger over fondue.
Geneva Airport Transfer: Private Van & Name Sign WelcomeYou're met at arrivals with a name sign, travel in a comfortable air-conditioned van with bottled water, and get dropped directly at your hotel door. The driver tracks your flight and handles luggage, leaving you free to settle in. Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive in Geneva without logistics hanging over your head.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Geneva with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and negotiation at the curb — the driver is already tracking your flight and waiting with your name, which turns the first hour of arrival into something organized instead of something to figure out.
Geneva Private Tour with Watchmaking or Knifemaking WorkshopA private guided tour of Geneva covering the International District, Old Town and iconic landmarks, followed by a hands-on workshop where you choose between assembling a Swiss watch or crafting a Swiss knife with expert artisans at Initium Genève in the Arsenal. Hotel pickup is included; the tour runs six hours and your guide speaks English, Spanish, French or Greek. You pick your workshop focus at checkout.Is it for me?Book the watchmaking option if you want to take home a functional timepiece and learn the precision behind Swiss horology; choose knifemaking if you prefer metalwork and design. Either way, the workshop turns the tour into something you make rather than just observe, and the private guide means the pace stays yours throughout the day.
Mount Titlis & Lake Lucerne Tour: Cable Car & FondueA small group tour from Zurich to Mount Titlis combines the ascent in a revolving cable car with time on the summit exploring the Glacier Cave, crossing Europe's highest suspension bridge (the Cliff Walk), riding the Ice Flyer over crevasses, and snow tubing in the Glacier Park. The day ends with private fondue at an exclusive property overlooking Lake Lucerne. Groups stay between 6 and 12 travelers; your driver-guide handles the route and commentary; pickup from your Zurich location is included.Is it for me?Pick this if you want your guide speaking English, Spanish or Portuguese and prefer moving through the cable car and summit with fewer than a dozen people around you.
Lake Lucerne cable car and cheese tasting: Private tourA private tour of Lake Lucerne combines a cable car ascent with panoramic views, a cheese tasting session with local producers, and leisure time on the lakeshore, with a guide-driver and transport included. The tour runs April through October and lasts a full day. Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two additional languages, so the commentary travels with you in your own words.Is it for me?If your guide speaks your language, the whole day unfolds without translation lag—the commentary, the stories about the cheese, the names of the peaks all land in your own words, which is what makes a private tour worth the cost.
Zurich Private City Tour with Photos and Cable Car RideA private Zurich city tour with a local guide covers the Old Town's cobbled lanes and guild houses, the Lake Zurich promenade, Lindenhof Hill's skyline views and a panoramic Felsenegg cable car ride. The guide captures unlimited professional photos and drone video throughout, hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the pace stays relaxed so you can linger where you want. A local snack and edited travel reel round out the four to five hours.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or German, so you can follow the commentary comfortably in whichever language you choose. The four to five hour pace is relaxed and personalized, which works well if you want to linger over photos or historical details without feeling rushed between stops.
