Zurich: Guided Half-day Private Uetliberg Mountain Hike
ID: GYG992386-1538562
Category:
Country: Switzerland
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a private guided hike to the top of Uetliberg Mountain. Admire the panoramic views of Zurich and the surrounding Alps. Learn about the solar system as you walk along the Path of the Planets.
Join a private guided ridge hike from Zurich. Experience impressive views over the city of Zürich, the lake, and the Central Swiss Alps while walking at a leisurely pace on the hill of Uetliberg. Enjoy an oasis of peace in beautiful nature so close to a big city.
Meet your guide at Zurich’s train station and catch a local tram to the starting point of the hike – the 870 m/ 2850 ft home mountain of the city of Zurich. From there, see an imposing view over the city below. Take a quick detour to the observation deck at the restaurant Uto Kulm for some more imposing views over the city, the lake, and the Swiss Alps.
Set off at a gentle pace along the walking trail, following the Path of the Planets and noticing interesting facts about the solar system along the way. Each meter you walk corresponds to a distance of 1 million km / 622,000 miles.
Following the edge of a forest and crossing meadows and farmland, the route takes you high above Lake Zürich spreading out below you as you walk, picturesque views accompanying you most the way. As you go, take time out to enjoy the peace and tranquility which seems a world away from the hustle of the stock market and financial dealings that take place down below in the city of Zürich.
Finally, reach the end point of the hike and reward yourself with refreshments on a terrace with a magnificent view before catching the only cable car to be found in the canton of Zürich. At the base station, it is a short walk to the local train station for a short ride back to Zürich’s main train station.
Highlights
- Take a cable car ride to the top of Uetliberg Mountain
- Admire the panoramic views of Zurich and the surrounding Alps
- Walk on a well-signposted path on a private guided hike
- Learn about the solar system as you walk along the Path of the Planets
- Enjoy a peaceful hike in nature with a guide who lives in the area
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Under the “Meeting Point” sign at the Big Clock.
INCLUDED
- Private tour with a local guide
- Cable car ride
- Use of Swiss public transportation system
- Taxes & fees
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Items of personal nature
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.