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Zurich City Private Discovery

5.0 (4 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Zurich City Private Discovery

About this activity

Zurich’s historic Old Town, with cobbled streets and heritage architecture

Bahnhofstrasse and the adjacent financial district

Scenic ferry crossing on Lake Zurich from Bürkliplatz to Horgen

Panoramic viewpoints overlooking Lake Zurich and the surrounding hills

Adliswil cable car ride, linking to elevated views above the lakeside region

Beginning in the historic center with a guided walking tour through the Old Town, including Bahnhofstrasse, one of the city’s most prestigious shopping streets, the lakeside promenade, and medieval streets, churches, and architecture.

Continuation to Bürkliplatz for a ferry across Lake Zurich to Horgen, offering open views of the lake and surrounding landscapes.

Onward travel aboard the Adliswil-Felsenegg cable car to the summit of Felsenegg Hill, for sweeping views of Zurich, the lake and The Alps.

Leisure time for lunch, shopping, or additional exploration before a private transfer to the preferred location in Zurich.

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At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
AlpTransfer & AlpExcursion

What is included

Included

  • Included: Swiss alpine mineral water onboard
  • Included: Local Guide Services in Zurich
  • Included: Modern vehicle with onboard Wi-Fi
  • Included: Meet & greet with hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Included: Adliswil cable car ride
  • Included: Bürkliplatz – Horgen ferry
  • Included: Private driver with local expertise

Not included

  • Not included: Optional meal

Itinerary

  1. Bahnhofstrasse

    15 min Admission not included

    Bahnhofstrasse is one of the world’s most popular avenues. Here are located the elegant boutiques, the shopping centers with famous brands, luxury restaurants, and the Swiss banks.

  2. Old Town

    15 min Admission not included

    The Old Town (Altstadt) will give you a unique vibe of the past with its perfectly preserved narrow streets, medieval houses, fashion boutiques, souvenir and bookstores.

  3. Lake Zurich

    54 min Admission not included

    After the 2 hours of a cultural guided tour, it will be the time to farewell the guide and relax on Lake Zurich during a Ferry boat trip departs from Bürkliplatz to Horgen.

  4. Adliswil

    one hour

    Your driver-guide will meet you once again at Horgen in order to head to Adliswil to discover the essential highlight of Zurich City. Here is the only aerial cable car in Zurich Canton - Adliswil-Felsenegg which takes you to the upper station of Felsenegg hill overviews the whole city. On the top, inhale the fresh air while admiring Swiss largest city all along with Lake Zurich views combined with the majestic Swiss Alps.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Zurich Development Center
  • Hotel Felix
  • Hotel St. Josef
  • Hotel Laufenbach
  • Hotel Leonhard
  • Hotel Montana Zurich
  • Hotel Krone Unterstrass
  • Sorell Hotel Zurichberg
  • easyHotel Zurich City Centre
  • Altstadt Hotel
  • Park Hyatt Zurich
  • Hotel Europe

and 65 more pickup points

At the lobby of the hotel or any desired spot in Zurich City.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

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Traveller ratings

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