Top 20 Experiences in Switzerland
Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland
Sure to be a highlight of your Switzerland vacation, this day trip from Zurich takes you into the Swiss Alps. Discover Jungfraujoch, one of the highest points in Europe, travel by coach with a multilingual guide through the Bernese Oberland region, and enjoy a stop in the famous town of Interlaken along the way. Board the gondola in Grindelwald and change to the cogwheel train at the Eiger Glacier for a ride to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jungfraujoch mountain pass, where an Alpine wonderland of spectacular mountains and glaciers awaits.
Tandem Paragliding Experience from Interlaken
Fly high on rising thermals and enjoy bird’s-eye views over the Swiss Alps on this 1.5-hour paragliding experience from Interlaken. Travel out of the city to Beatenberg in the foothills of the Swiss Alps. Following a full safety briefing, strap into your glider in tandem with your guide and soar though the skies. Take in panoramic views over Lake Thun and the snow-capped peaks of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 10 people.
Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich
Witness breathtaking snowy mountain landscapes on this day trip from Zurich to Mount Titlis. First, your guide points out some top Lucerne attractions on a short orientation drive through the city, followed by some free time in this charming city. Then, continue to Engelberg in the Swiss Alps and ride in a revolving cable car to the top of mighty Mount Titlis for majestic views of ice boulders and crevasses. Get closer to the crevasses on the Ice Flyer chairlift, enjoy some snow tubing at the Glacier Park and walk across Europe’s highest suspension bridge for more spectacular views. Optional (in winter, for ski beginners only): Choose the Snow Experience option. Slide down the hill on snow tubes and try skiing once in a lifetime on the beginner slopes – definitely a memorable experience you shouldn't miss. A Titlis Snow Park staff member (English-speaking) will provide the equipment and supervise the activities.
Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip from Interlaken
Immerse yourself in a breathtaking Alpine wonderland on this guided day trip from Interlaken to the Top of Europe. Travel by coach through the Jungfrau region to Grindelwald. Take the gondola from Grindelwald Terminal and change at Eiger Glacier station to the cogwheel train up the Jungfraujoch pass to arrive at Europe’s highest railway station. Soak up a stunning panorama of snowcapped Alps, spot the longest glacier of the alps, and walk through the one-of-a-kind Ice Palace!
Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich
Embark on a spectacular Alpine journey from Zurich to the Top of Europe! Travel by coach through the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland's magnificent Jungfrau region, then hop aboard a cogwheel train and ride up to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station at a staggering elevation of 11,333 feet (3,454 meters). A stunning panorama of snow-capped mountains and glaciers awaits you.
Mount Pilatus Summit from Lucerne With Lake Cruise
Enjoy a day of Alpine adventure in Switzerland on this half-day, summer trip to Mt Pilatus from Lucerne. Begin your journey toward the skies with a 30-minute panoramic gondola ride to Fräkmüntegg, and then hop aboard the aerial cableway for your ascent to the summit of Mt Pilatus. Relax at your leisure on the peak or take a short hike to make the most of the stunning scenery below. Descend to Alpnachstad aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train and cruise out onto Lake Lucerne to admire the views from the water.
Zurich Highlights Tour With Cruise and Lindt Home of Chocolate
Discover Switzerland’s cultural hub on a half-day tour of Zurich, including a half-hour cruise. Begin with a guided tour by coach, passing the National Museum, the financial district, and the shopping avenue of Bahnhofstrasse. Tour distinguished districts with stately mansions from glorious times past and convince yourself of the high standard of living on the threshold of the popular Zürichberg recreational area. Hop on a half-hour sightseeing cruise across Lake Zurich, followed by a 15-minute walk along the shores of Lake Zürich. Conclude with a visit to the famous Lindt Home of Chocolate. Take the public bus and tramway back to the city centre of Zurich either with your tour guide or individually. With this experience, you get familiar with Zürich’s excellent public transport system and get a 24-hour ticket for public transport in Zurich.
Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip from Lucerne
Travel to the top of Europe and admire the soaring peaks of the Swiss Alps on this 9.5-hour Jungfraujoch day trip from Lucerne. Take a scenic drive through high mountain passes to picturesque Lauterbrunnen with your guide. Board the cogwheel train and travel up to Kleine Scheidegg, beneath the famous Eiger North Face. Alight at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Jungfraujoch — Europe's highest railway station at a dizzying 11,333 feet (3,454 meters). Explore the Ice Palace and enjoy panoramic views over the mighty Aletsch Glacier from the observation terrace.
Chamonix and Mont Blanc Day Trip from Geneva
Cross the Switzerland-France border with an informative guide and marvel at the majesty of the European Alps on this Chamonix and Mont Blanc highest mountain in Europe day trip from Geneva. You'll drive through the Arve Valley to the pretty Alpine town of Chamonix. Ride the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi peak and enjoy breathtaking views over the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Take the scenic cog railway to Montenvers and see the spectacular Mer de Glace, widely considered the most famous glacier in France.
Mt Pilatus Peak and Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group from Lucerne
Towering over the city of Lucerne like a monument to the Swiss wilderness, Mt. Pilatus is a must-visit for nature lovers. This stunning massif boasts several stunning peaks, set within a playground of soaring rock faces, lush rolling valleys, and a network of meandering emerald lakes. The tallest peak in the group, Mt. Pilatus, reaches a heady 2,132 meters above sea level and is beloved by visitors for its sensational views over the region. We'll take you to the heart of the sights, with opportunities to explore the Lake of Lucerne, Pilatus summit, and ride the famous dragon aerial cable cars.
Geneva 3-hour Chocolate Tasting Tour and Old Town Visit
Experience Geneva’s award-winning chocolate creations as well as an Old Town guided visit in a delightful 3-hour walking tour. Our guests enjoyed this sweet discovery so much that we are TripAdvisor's Geneva no 1 rated Tour, Winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award for 2020 (award offered to 4700 attractions and hotels out of 8,700,000 listed worldwide), Number 1 Food Tour in Switzerland, Winner of the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2019. During the tour your passionate guide will share with you the secrets of chocolate: from the origins to the manufacturing, the history of Swiss chocolate as well as anecdotes and stories about Geneva. You will taste 12 of the best Geneva and Swiss chocolate creations in 6 different stops. You will also enjoy a guided visit of the picturesque Old Town, learn about its history, explore the Lower Streets (les rues Basses), Left Bank (Rive Gauche) and the Right Bank (Rive Droite) and enjoy a boat ride from one bank to the other.
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Experience the beauty and thrills of the French Alps on a guided day tour from Geneva. Visit the towering 3842m peak of the Aiguille du Midi and enjoy the beautiful Alpine views of Italy France and Switzerland. Enjoy the beautiful romantic Village of chamonix and taste its local specialties. And in the afternoon enjoy exploring the breathtaking Mer de Glace glacier and its ice caves. (Ice caves and cog-wheel train closed from 01/10/23-23/12/23)
Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich
Visit the magnificent Rhine Falls and the pretty village of Stein am Rhein on this 5-hour trip from Zurich. With a guide, you'll travel through northern Switzerland’s rolling wine country to the falls, Europe’s largest. View the roaring waters from clifftop Laufen Castle, and, in summer, choose to ride a boat close up to the cascades (optional). Afterward, take a guided stroll around medieval Stein am Rhein to admire its fresco-painted, half-timbered houses and other historical highlights. The tour duration is ideal if you’re short on time.
Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich
Immerse yourself in a world of mountains and valleys, alpine lakes and meadows, waterfalls, gorges, caves and fascinating scenic reserves on a guided coach tour to Heidiland. Your full day tour includes a city tour of Zurich, Rapperswil's Old Town, the Toggenberg region and Principality of Liechtenstein.
Lucerne Walking & Boat Tour: The Best Swiss Experience
This incredibly wide-ranging and exceptional local experience encompasses the very best of Lucerne's attractions in 3 hours. Discover Lucerne's best sights and attractions from the water on a one hour Lake Cruise, and in a two hrs. panoramic walking tour visiting the Chapel Bridge, Water Tower, Lake Lucerne, Lucerne River, Lion Monument, City Wall and middle ages towers. After the Walking tour, your guide will provide all info. and tickets to begin the boat tour (self guided with audioguide in several languages) Round up your Swiss activity with a Real Swiss Culinary experience tasting the best central Swiss cheese and a glass of swiss wine, or enjoy an Alpine Bier paired with Sausage and Pretzels as an optional tour extension. Check out our Culinary Swiss Experiences! Bookings from 1 single person up to Groups of 8 are possible. If you hace bigger groups, then get in touch with customer service to check availability and price.
Swiss Villages Grindelwald and Interlaken Day Trip from Zurich
Travel from Zurich for a mostly independent day trip to the Swiss villages of Grindelwald and Interlaken, with transport included. Enjoy a coach ride through the Bernese Oberland to Grindelwald, and learn about the region from your multilingual guide along the way. After exploring Grindelwald at your own pace, take a train ride to Interlaken and soak up the scenery of the Jungfrau region from a different perspective.
Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls E-bike Tour with Swiss Picnic
A wonderful guided e-bike tour to Lauterbrunnen and into the amazing Valley of 72 Waterfalls, which is part of one of the largest nature reserves in Switzerland. High-end electric bikes with e-motor assistance are included in the price, so you will have no problems if you are not super-fit. Included as well is our famous Swiss Picnic (see description below).
Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise
For a full day of alpine summer splendor, make for the mountains on this guided roundtrip from Zurich to central Switzerland's Mount Pilatus. Your full-day guided tour includes a gondola and aerial cable car ride, the world's steepest cogwheel railway and a cruise on Lake Lucerne.
Glacier 3000 and Montreux Riviera from Geneva
After driving along the Lake Geneva, you will have a scenic drive through the swiss countryside full of wooden chalets and nature. Immediate embarcation aboard the cable car for a flight over the snow-capped summits. Ascent by cable-car from the Diablerets to the Glacier (3000m or 10'000ft). Be breathtaking walking on the suspended bridge, it’s unique bridge connecting 2 peaks in the world! Take a chair lift and have some fun in the fun park with the sledges. Feel a unique experience on a spectacular day! Lunch at the panoramic restaurant, work of the architect Mario Botta, who designed the San Francisco Museum of Art. Then discover the famous town of Montreux. Because of the exceptionally mild climate Montreux is called the capital of the Vaud Riviera. Plants associated with the Mediterranean, such as pines, cypresses and palm trees grow here. Charlie Chaplin, Freddie Mercury and several other famous people of world-renown lived and continue to live on this area.
Chamonix and Mont Blanc Guided Day Trip from Geneva
Take a ride on a panoramic bus with a glass top in order to enjoy the wonderful view of the Alps mountains. Enjoy a cable car full of sensation and a mountain cogwheel to see the glacier. A once in a lifetime experience. The cable car will take you up 3842 meters, you have access to different terraces, you will just across the majestic Mont Blanc to snap a picture. For lunch, have free time and try a typical savoy speciality. Explore the stunning mountain resort before ridind the mountain train to the Ice of Sea: largest french glacier.