ZURICH
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The 10 most popular cruises & boat tours from Zurich. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Zurich by bus and Lake Zurich cruise, then Lindt Home of Chocolate tastings plus Old Town landmarks, with a 24-hour transit pass.
Air-conditioned bus tour with 11-language audio and WiFi, plus a Lake Zurich cruise from Bürkliplatz. See Zurich highlights in 3.5 hours.
Skip ticket lines on Lake Zurich, tour Lindt with unlimited tastings, and get a guided Old Town intro plus optional FIFA.
“Good overview of the city and the Lindt chocolate museum. Guide was knowledgeable. Adequate time at Lindt to see museum and shop.”
See Zurich’s top landmarks in 1 hour on a red open bus, with an optional Lake Zurich cruise for extra scenic views.
Mt Pilatus and Lucerne by gondola, the steepest cogwheel train, and a Lake Lucerne cruise from Zurich with guided coach transport.
“We had a wonderful experience on our day trip to Mt Pilatus and Lucerne. Our tour guide, Adolfo, was exceptional—very knowledgeable, organised, and always accommodating. His friendly nature and willingness to help made the day run smoothly and added a personal touch to the journey.”
A 6-hour Zurich highlights tour with included funicular, boat cruise, and aerial cable car, plus Old Town history in a small group.
“Simply Outstanding…everything you want to know about Switzerland/Zurich in Half a Day.”
Zurich in 3.5 hours: coach overview, a guided Old Town walk, and a 1-hour Lake Zurich cruise with audio on your phone.
“Bus tour + lake cruise is a nice combo. The bus tour finished a bit early because of time constraints but overall it was good. The cruise was awesome. I stood on the front deck and had full view of the lake.”
From Zurich to Mt. Rigi and Lucerne via cable car, cogwheel train, and Lake Lucerne boat cruise. Partly guided with free time.
“A really nice trip through Mt. Rigi, Lake Lucerne, and Lucerne town. It was largely unguided, we basically just got travel vouchers, and then a quite significant walk back to the bus station in Lucerne. We had a good time, but it was not exactly what I would call a "tour".”
A 3-in-1 Zurich day: Old Town walking, Lake Zurich cruise, and a Felsenegg cable car ride for big views and included transport.
“We were very entertained by Greg, a very knowledgeable and witty tour guide. He covered the history of Zurich thoroughly and provided numerous stories and nuances that brought the city and its history to life. The tour was well planned and enjoyable. We highly recommend Greg.”
Zurich to Lucerne day trip with guided orientation, Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, 6 hours free time, plus optional yacht cruise.
