Rhine Falls half-day tour from Zurich
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Rhine Falls half-day tour from Zurich

4.3/5

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9 reviews
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£52.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore the splendid medieval Castle Laufen
  • Take in unique views from the panoramic lift
  • Enjoy the view of Europe's biggest waterfalls
What to expect

This enchanting morning tour takes you on a scenic route through Northern Switzerland and shows you the stunning Rhine Falls. See the medieval Castle Laufen settled directly above the falls and feel the roar and vibration of Europe's biggest waterfalls from the panoramic trails and viewing platforms.

Sit back and relax on a comfortable coach while listening to your multilingual guide explaining Switzerland's interesting history and culture. Drive through the picturesque landscape with gently rolling vineyards and charming farming villages to reach the splendid medieval Castle Laufen.

Enjoy approximately one hour of leisure time at the mighty Rhine Falls, one of Switzerland's major attractions. Delight in unique views of Europe's biggest waterfalls from the panoramic lift and see how an average of 700'000 liters of water per second plunge across a width of 150 meters into the basin below.

A beautiful, short stroll on the Belvedere panoramic trail takes you to the viewing platform right above the falls where you feel the spindrift of the rumbling waters. Capture stunning photographs of the cataract, the fizzy waters of the below basin, and the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Visit the Historama at the patriarchal castle to learn more about the interesting history of this unique place.

The return journey passes by the picturesque town of Schaffhausen with its well-known Munot Fortress from the 16th century. The way then continues for a short stretch through Germany.

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What's included
  • check Walking tour with a multilingual guide
  • check Admission to Laufen Castle at Rhine Falls
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned coach
  • check Entrance ticket
What's not included
  • x_not_included Boat ride at Rhine Falls (available April to October, CHF 10.- per adult / CHF 5.- per child)
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Personal expenses
Where

Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

Meeting point:
The departure place is the Sihlquai Bus Station (Limmatstrasse 2), located behind the train station, in front of the Hotel Fred. You will need to check in at the counter marked with “Best of Switzerland Tours”. Please have the QR code on your voucher ready and present it printed or electronically on your smartphone or tablet.
What to remember

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • The optional boat ride must be paid on-site in cash

Know in advance:

  • This is a fully guided tour by a professional multilingual guide
  • External weather conditions are beyond control, consequently no refunds will be offered due to poor or less than ideal weather
  • Refunds aren't possible for last-minute tour cancellations due to flight changes or unforeseen health issues. Please consider travel insurance before your trip to cover such situations
  • The boat ride is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility and strollers
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Provider
Best of Switzerland Tours AG
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3 /5

Based on 9 reviews from verified customers


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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5

    22 October 2025

    Maravilloso y nuestra guía Madeline un encanto

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4

    30 August 2023

    The falls are amazing, but not a lot of other things to see there. The boat ride is a blast. You get right up to the falls and get tossed around a bit. There are different levels to view from and you truly get amazing views on each one.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4

    14 April 2018

    Everything was perfect

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4

    12 April 2018

    It was even better than I expected.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4

    3 April 2018

    Muy Bien, solo cambiaría el tiempo, añadiría una hora mas de tiempo allí, pero muy bonito y el guía muy simpático.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5

    2 July 2018

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