Things to do in Switzerland
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Geneva: Chocolate Tasting Tour & Old Town Walk with Boat RideYou’ll wander Geneva’s Old Town with a local guide, tasting award-winning chocolates (twelve in total!) across six stops. Cross Lake Geneva by boat, listen to stories behind each sweet bite, and catch glimpses of city life you’d probably miss alone. There’s laughter, history, sticky fingers—plus that moment when Geneva suddenly feels familiar.
Zurich to Mount Titlis & Lucerne: Cable Car, Cliff Walk, Ice FlyerYou’ll start in Zurich and ride through Lucerne’s old streets before climbing high above Engelberg on a revolving cable car to Mount Titlis. Feel glacier air on your face from the Ice Flyer chairlift, try snow tubing if you dare, and step onto Europe’s highest suspension bridge—all with a local guide handling logistics. It’s one of those days you’ll replay in your head long after you’re home.
Interlaken Tandem Paragliding: Swiss Alps & Lake ViewsYou'll be driven to Beatenberg, complete a safety briefing, then fly tandem with a professional pilot for 10–20 minutes over the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks and both lakes. The landing happens in central Interlaken, and transport back is included. The whole experience runs 1.5 hours door-to-door.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Swiss Alps experience without months of training — a professional handles the glider, you get the views, and the whole thing fits into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day.
Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from ZurichYou board a coach in Zurich, ride 100 minutes south through the Bernese Oberland to Lauterbrunnen, then switch to a cogwheel train that climbs to Jungfraujoch at 11,333 feet. You spend three hours at Europe's highest railway station, visiting the Sphinx Observatory overlooking the Aletsch Glacier and walking through the Ice Palace carved into the glacier itself. The descent uses the Eiger Express cable car, and a coach returns you to Zurich by evening, with guide and all transport included.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Zurich who want to reach the Alps' highest accessible point without arranging multiple train tickets and transfers themselves. The full day out—roughly 10 to 11 hours from terminal to terminal—is what makes the climb, the three hours at altitude, and the cable car descent all fit into one trip.
Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Eiger Express & Cogwheel TrainYou board a coach in Zurich, travel through the Bernese Oberland with a multilingual guide, then ride the Eiger Express cable car and cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch at 3,454 meters. At the top you visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace, walk through the Ice Palace, and see the Aletsch Glacier and the triple peaks of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The coach returns you to Zurich in the evening, with all transport, entry fees and the guide included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to reach one of Europe's highest points without arranging your own transport, train tickets and timing — the fixed schedule and included guide handle all three, and the coach pickup means you don't navigate Swiss rail connections yourself.
Mount Pilatus summit from Lucerne: Train, gondola & cruiseThis half-day tour from Lucerne combines a 30-minute panoramic gondola ride to Fräkmüntegg, an aerial cable car ascent to Mount Pilatus's 7,000-foot summit, a descent aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train, and a one-hour boat cruise across Lake Lucerne. A professional guide in English leads the group; transportation, all mountain rides and the lake cruise are included. Free time at the summit lets you rest on the sun terrace, hike the Dragon's Path, or grab lunch (at your own cost). From mid-October through late November, the itinerary shifts to cogwheel train ascent and descent with no boat ride, though a lunch voucher is added.Is it for me?Most Mount Pilatus tours from Lucerne stick to one route up and one route down. This one uses three different mountain systems—gondola, cable car and cogwheel train—so you experience the peak from multiple angles and the descent is the most dramatic part of the day, not a repeat of the climb.
Chamonix & Mont Blanc Day Trip from Geneva with Cable CarYou’ll start your Chamonix & Mont Blanc day trip from Geneva by crossing borders on a comfy bus with your local guide, then ride up Aiguille du Midi for wild Alpine views. Wander Chamonix’s streets, take the scenic cog railway to Mer de Glace glacier—and maybe brave those famous ice caves if they’re open. This trip leaves you feeling small in all the best ways.
Zurich: Lake Cruise, Lindt Chocolate & Optional FIFA TicketYou board a coach at Sihlquai and spend the morning with a guide covering Bahnhofstrasse, the financial district, and elegant residential areas before a thirty-minute Lake Zurich cruise and a walk to the Lindt Home of Chocolate, where you taste chocolate and explore the interactive museum. You return to the city centre by public transport using your included 24-hour ticket, with the option to visit the FIFA Museum independently afterward. The whole experience takes four to five hours and includes all entry fees, the guide, and transport.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see Zurich's main sights — the lake, the old city, the chocolate heritage — in one morning without arranging separate tickets, transport, or timing yourself. The fixed schedule and included guide handle the logistics, leaving you free to enjoy the cruise and the museum at a real pace.
Tandem Paragliding from Interlaken: Swiss Alps flightTandem paragliding from Interlaken takes you to the alpine village of Beatenberg, where you'll fly with a licensed pilot over the lakes and mountains surrounding the region. Transport from Interlaken is included, along with a safety briefing and all equipment. The flight lasts around 90 minutes and suits most fitness levels, though weight limits apply and weather can shift the timing close to departure.Is it for me?Book an earlier departure time if you're under 30kg, as children fly best in the morning. Weight limits vary by time slot and season, so check your chosen departure before booking—some slots max out at 80kg, others at 90kg.
Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Lucerne: Cogwheel Train & Sphinx ViewYou’ll ride trains past waterfalls and alpine valleys before reaching Jungfraujoch’s snowy heights from Lucerne. Wander through an icy palace, stand above Europe’s longest glacier on the Sphinx terrace, and share laughs with travelers from everywhere. It’s not just scenery—it’s that feeling when cold air hits your face and you realize you’re somewhere rare.
Zurich: Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Day Trip with GuideYou’ll stand above Rhine Falls feeling its thunder in your bones, stroll through medieval Stein am Rhein’s painted streets with a local guide, and relax as Swiss countryside rolls by your window. This half-day trip from Zurich includes coach transport, entry to Laufen Castle, and a guided walk—leaving you free to soak up every moment.
Zurich: Walking Tour, Lake Cruise & Felsenegg Cable Car ViewsYou’ll wander Zurich’s old town with a local guide, ride the Polybahn funicular for city views, then relax on a Lake Zurich cruise before gliding up to Felsenegg by cable car for crisp Alpine air. Expect stories you won’t find in guidebooks—and moments that linger long after you’re back in town.
Zurich: Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day TripYou board a coach in Zurich, ride through the Bernese Oberland to Interlaken, then spend free time in Grindelwald (where cable cars and glacier walks are optional extras) and Lauterbrunnen's waterfall valley. Transport, a multilingual guide, and a full day out are all locked in; you just choose what to do in each village.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Zurich who want to see three Alpine villages and the Jungfrau region without arranging their own transport or guide—the coach and timing handle the logistics, leaving you free to choose what to do in each stop. Expect a full day out, which is what makes fitting all three villages and the return journey possible.
Zurich to Mt Pilatus & Lucerne: Cable Car, Cogwheel Train, Lake CruiseYou’ll ride up Mount Pilatus by panoramic gondola and aerial cable car, walk through Lucerne’s storybook Old Town with a local guide, descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, and drift across Lake Lucerne by boat—all in one day from Zurich. Expect laughter, fresh mountain air, and memories that stick with you long after you’re back.
Mt. Pilatus & Lake Lucerne Cruise: Dragon Cable Car TourA small-group tour from Lucerne that takes you up Mt. Pilatus by the famous dragon aerial cable car, gives you time to hike to the 2,132-meter summit or rest at the restaurant, then brings you down by cogwheel train and finishes with a cruise across Lake Lucerne. Your guide meets you at Lucerne Train Station and stays with the group all day; the route and timing shift seasonally depending on which descent railway is operating.Is it for me?Most Mt. Pilatus tours make you arrange your own transport between the cable car, the train, and the boat—or they skip the lake entirely. This one strings all three together with a guide who stays with you the whole way, so the day holds together without you figuring out which platform to find next or whether you have time for the boat before heading back.
Mount Titlis from Lucerne: Glacier & Cliff Walk Half-DayYou ride a rotating cable car to a 3,020-meter glacier summit, walk Europe's highest suspension bridge, explore an ice cave, and slide down snow tubing — all in one afternoon from Lucerne. Transport, multilingual guide, and all attraction entry are included. The tour returns you to central Lucerne by evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Titlis attractions — the rotating gondola, the suspension bridge, the glacier cave — without arranging separate transport or tickets; the fixed itinerary and included guide handle the logistics so you just show up at the coach in Lucerne.
Mürren Paragliding: Tandem Flight over Lauterbrunnen Valley & EigerYou hike to a mountain take-off point, run off it with a professional pilot, and glide over the Lauterbrunnen Valley with unobstructed views of three major peaks and dozens of waterfalls. The flight ends in the valley bottom, where you choose between a bus ride or a walk back down. Includes your pilot, helmet, and all landing fees.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see the Lauterbrunnen Valley from the air without piloting themselves — the pilot handles everything, which is what makes it possible to focus on the view and the moment instead of technique.
Lake Brienz: Guided Kayak Tour & Castle Stop with PhotosYou’ll paddle Lake Brienz with a small group and local guide, passing forested cliffs and stopping at Ringgenberg Castle for stories (and photos). Glide over turquoise water, rest on hidden beaches, learn new skills even if you’re a beginner — and leave with memories you’ll want to share long after you’ve dried off.
Zurich: Food Tour with Swiss Cheese, Chocolate & Local DelicaciesYou’ll taste your way through Zurich’s old town—Swiss cheeses paired with schnaps, classic street foods like rosti and sausage, pastries fresh from local bakeries, and chocolates from historic shops. With every stop comes a story or small surprise from your guide. You’ll leave full—maybe even a little tipsy—and probably still thinking about that secret dish days later.
Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Interlaken: Eiger Express & Ice PalaceYou travel by coach, gondola, and cogwheel train from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station. You walk through the Ice Palace, stand on the Sphinx Observation Terrace overlooking the Aletsch Glacier, and experience Alpine Sensation, a 100-year anniversary tour of the railway. A multilingual guide leads you throughout, seat reservations are included, and you're guaranteed at least two hours on top before descending back to Interlaken.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Interlaken who want to reach the top of the Alps without arranging separate transport, cable car bookings, and train tickets — the guide and reserved seats handle the logistics. Plan for a full day out and bring warm clothes; the altitude and snow are constant, which is exactly what makes the Ice Palace and glacier views possible.
