3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg
Avoid the crowd and get the undivided attention of your private guide and discover the spectacular sights of Zurich and its surroundings by walking in a small group. Discover as a local the cultural and financial capital of Switzerland, enjoy a pleasant cruise on the crystal clear Lake Zurich, and experience a short cable car ride in order to admire awesome panoramic views over the city, lake, and snow-capped Alps from the local little mountain Felsenegg or Uetliberg. In the Old Town, we are focusing on legendary landmarks and historical monuments and besides taking beautiful pictures you’ll enrich your knowledge about the region’s history and you'll find out interesting facts about Switzerland. The tour will offer you the chance to get the best taste of Zurich on shore, on water, and in the air! Families or larger groups (4+ people) contact us in order to check the availability.
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3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg
What's included in 3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Old Town
Discover the cultural and natural sides of Zurich during this 5 - 6 hours tour (walking and public transport use) and enrich your knowledge about Switzerland's business and cultural capital while listening to your guide pointing out the highlights of this unique town. While strolling around Zurich's Old Town we will focus on Bahnhofstrasse and Paradeplatz which is Zurich's main downtown street and one of the world's most expensive and exclusive shopping avenue; Limmatquai - a vibrant, historical shopping, dining and hotel area with many interesting buildings dating from the days of the rich Guilds that governed Zurich until 1789; Lindenhof and Roman Baths - the historical site of a Roman castle situated on a hillside, from where you can get great view of Old Town; St. Peter Church - one of the four main churches in Zurich whose clock face is the largest in all of Europe; Fraumünster (Church of Our Lady) - to admire and learn about the world-famous Chagall Windows, created by famous artist Marc Chagall. Grossmünster Church - the icon of Zurich and the place where Reformation begun; Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) - whose most famous former student and professor is Albert Einstein and other 20 Nobel Prize winners; Swiss National Museum - history in a castle which houses the largest collection of cultural-historical objects in the country; The house where Lenin was living before returning to Russia for leading the revolution and overtaking the power.
Felsenegg
After the city walking tour, we will continue with a journey to the local little mountain Uetliberg or Felsenegg to experience a short aerial cable car ride and to enjoy breathtaking views. This is a popular recreational area for the locals living in and around Zurich and offers incredible views overlooking Zurich, the lake and the snow-capped Alps. We will experience a short hike on a special trail called "Planetweg" which represents our solar system on a reduced scale and will enjoy the fresh air of the beautiful forest before heading back to Zurich by boat.
Lake Zurich
After the city tour and the visit of the local little mountain, we are heading back to Zurich by boat. We will enjoy a 45 min cruise on Lake Zurich and we will talk about the chocolate while passing nearby Lindt Chocolate Factory and we will admire one of the most expensive areas of Lake Zurich, where celebrities as Tina Turner are living.
Inclusions
- Funicular and Aerial Cable Car ride
- Cruise on the Lake Zurich
- Local Guide
- Unforgettable Memories :)
- Small Group
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- DEPARTURE: Daily at 10:00 from the front side of the Swiss National Museum (LANDESMUSEUM) located 2 minutes away from Zurich Main Station (Zurich HB). The guide is meeting the guests next to the vertical panel "LANDESMUSEUM - MUSEE NATIONAL" holding an iPad with your name on it.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
This is a WALKING TOUR Check in is at 9:45 AM Departure is at 10:00 AM from LANDESMUSEUM (Swiss National Museum located at Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zurich). Swiss Punctuality is highly recommended. Your guide will hold an iPad, your name will be displayed on it. Operates in all weather conditions. Dress appropriately, wear comfortable shoes, and bring an empty bottle for a water refill. Tour duration: 6 Hours. Tour ends at Zurich HB.