Rhine Falls Coach Tour incl. entry tickets from Zurich
At a glance
Rhine Falls Coach Tour incl. entry tickets from Zurich is a 4h guided experience in Zurich, Switzerland, operated by Best of Switzerland Tours. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 441 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $54 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide (English/Spanish), Rhine Falls visit with entry ticket included, Access to Laufen Castle and Historama.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 48 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Marvel at the Rhine Falls, Europe's biggest waterfall, on this half-day tour from Zurich. Travel to Northern Switzerland, a beautiful wine growing region with charming farming villages and scenic landscape near the German border. Admire the medieval Laufen Castle before reaching majestic Rhine Falls. Enjoy approx. 1 ¾ hours to admire and capture photos of the powerful falls, and in summer, take a thrilling boat ride to get a closer look at them (optional, summer only, subject to availability). The duration of this excursion make this scenic tour easy to squeeze into a tight schedule.
What's included
What's included
- Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Rhine Falls visit with entry ticket included
- Access to Laufen Castle and Historama
- Transportation in comfortable coach with AC
- Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Not included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Optional boat ride (CHF 12 per adult / CHF 8 per child, payable on site by cash or card)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
After pickup from Central Zurich (Sihlquai Bus Station), drive through the picturesque landscape with gently rolling vineyards and charming farming villages to reach the splendid medieval Castle Laufen!
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Stop 2 · 1h 45m
Enjoy approx. 1 ¾ hours 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. Take an optional boat ride (summer only) close to the falls. Visit the Historama at the patriarchal castle to learn more about the interesting history of this unique place.
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Stop 3
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 before you arrive back in the city centre of Zürich.
Meeting point
The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passport is required for the return journey from Rhine Falls via Germany to Zurich
- Optional boat ride: CHF 12 per adult / CHF 8 per child (April to October, subject to availability, payable on site by cash or credit card)
- The boat ride is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility or strollers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Rhine Falls Coach Tour incl. entry tickets from Zurich take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $54 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide (English/Spanish); Rhine Falls visit with entry ticket included; Access to Laufen Castle and Historama; Transportation in comfortable coach with AC; Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate.
Where does it start?
The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 441 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Zurich.
