From Zurich: Mount Säntis, St. Gallen Old Town & UNESCO Library

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From Zurich: Mount Säntis, St. Gallen Old Town & UNESCO Library — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Join this exclusive small-group tour from Zurich and experience Switzerland’s best in a single day.

Take a scenic train ride to the Appenzell region, ascend Mount Säntis via cable car for breathtaking panoramic views, and enjoy lunch at the summit.

Then, explore St. Gallen’s charming Old Town and step inside the UNESCO-listed Abbey Library, a Rococo masterpiece filled with ancient manuscripts.

Panoramic 360° views from Mount Säntis
Charming cobblestone streets and bay windows of St. Gallen Old Town
Explore the historic UNESCO Abbey Library with rare manuscripts

Perfect for travelers who love nature, history, and culture — all in one unforgettable day!

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At a glance

Duration: 8–11 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Switzerland Viva Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Train tickets (2nd class)
Included: St. Gallen Old Town exploration
Included: All transportation tickets, fees and taxes
Included: Mount Säntis Gondola
Included: Entrance ticket to UNESCO Abbey Library

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks during the tour
Not included: Any other extra personal expenses during the tour

Itinerary

Zurich

2 hours

We will meet at Zurich HB (Main Train Station) and begin a relaxing and picturesque journey to the Appenzell region — gateway to Mount Säntis. Enjoy Switzerland’s countryside as the train travels through lush rolling hills, peaceful farmland, and traditional Appenzell villages dotted with colorful wooden houses.
Santis der Berg

2 hours Admission included

From Schwägalp, we will board the modern Säntis cable car for a smooth ride up to 2,502 meters. As we glide above forests and limestone cliffs, the alpine panorama opens dramatically beneath us. At the summit, enjoy approximately two hours to explore viewing platforms with 360° vistas spanning six countries, learn about the region’s natural heritage, and relax over lunch at the summit restaurant
St. Gallen

2 hours

After descending from Säntis, we take a comfortable 1-hour train ride to the historic city of St. Gallen. Upon arrival, we’ll stroll through the charming Old Town, known for its beautifully preserved houses adorned with ornate bay windows, narrow cobblestone lanes, and a relaxed, elegant atmosphere.
Abbey Library of St Gall

one hour Admission included

We then make our way to the Abbey District of St. Gallen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its centuries-old monastic tradition. Here, we visit the extraordinary Abbey Library, one of the oldest and most beautiful libraries in the world. During approximately one hour inside, you’ll marvel at its grand Rococo hall, ancient manuscripts, and rare books that preserve over 1,200 years of cultural history.
Zurich

one hour

After an unforgettable day of alpine panoramas and cultural treasures, we board the train back to Zurich

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at Zurich HB (main train station), in front of the Burger King located inside the station near the gate 18. If you have any difficulties finding the meeting point, please call us.

End point

Your guide will meet you at Zurich HB (main train station), in front of the Burger King located inside the station near the gate 18. If you have any difficulties finding the meeting point, please call us.