From Zurich: Private Day Trip to Bern’s Top Sights

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ID: GYG1074465-1650334
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Country: Switzerland

Duration: 09:00 hours


Description

Explore Switzerland’s charming capital with a private guide. Visit Bern’s Old Town, Bear Park, Rose Garden, Cathedral, and more – all at your own pace.
Discover Switzerland’s charming capital on a private full-day trip from Zurich to Bern, designed entirely around your interests. Travel in comfort in a modern VW Transporter van, and enjoy a scenic drive through the Swiss countryside, passing rolling hills, pristine lakes, and picturesque villages before arriving in the heart of Bern – a UNESCO World Heritage city.

Take a personalized walking tour through Bern’s beautifully preserved Old Town. Stroll along the cobblestone streets lined with medieval arcades, admire the colorful fountains, and marvel at the intricate astronomical clock of the Zytglogge tower.

Visit the Bear Park (Bärengraben), where Bern’s famous animal residents live in a spacious riverside enclosure. Then enjoy the peaceful Rose Garden (Rosengarten), offering panoramic views over the Old Town’s red rooftops and the meandering Aare River.

See the Bern Cathedral (Münster), Switzerland’s tallest church tower with stunning Gothic details. Admire the Federal Palace (Bundeshaus), the seat of Switzerland’s government. Cross the charming Nydegg Bridge and the riverfront.

Have time to explore Bern at your own pace: browse boutiques, sample Swiss chocolate, or relax in one of the many cafés. For lunch, your guide can recommend traditional Swiss restaurants serving regional specialties like rösti or cheese fondue.

As this is a private tour, the pace and program are fully flexible. Whether you want more time for photos, a deeper dive into Bern’s history, or even a short stop in a nearby village, your guide will tailor the day to you. In the late afternoon, drive back to Zurich in comfort, with plenty of memories and photos of Switzerland’s captivating capital.

Highlights

  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town
  • Visit the Bear Park and see Bern’s famous animal residents up close
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Old Town from the Rose Garden
  • Discover the Federal Palace, the seat of Switzerland’s government
  • Private scenic transfer from Zurich to Bern

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Walking involved – wear comfortable shoes
Tour runs in all weather conditions
The Federal Palace is only accessible on certain days/times
Unless otherwise arranged, your tour starts at Limmatstrasse 35, 8005 Zurich, in the courtyard of Fridas Mexican Products restaurant, where our VW Transporter van will be parked. The location is just a short tram or bus ride from Zurich’s main station (approx. 5 minutes). For added comfort, hotel pick-up and drop-off within Zurich can be arranged for an additional fee.
INCLUDED
  • Private full-day trip from Zurich to Bern
  • Transport in modern VW van (Zurich – Bern – Zurich)
  • Multilingual private guide (EN/DE/IT/ES/PT)
  • Scenic drive through Swiss countryside
  • Personalized walking tour of Bern's Old Town
  • Visit to Bear Park
  • Visit to Rose Garden
  • Visit to Bern Cathedral
  • Visit to Federal Palace
  • Time to explore Bern at your own pace
  • Recommendations for traditional Swiss restaurants
NOT INCLUDED
  • Meals and drinks
  • Entry to Bern Cathedral tower (optional)
  • Tips for guide/driver
  • Personal expenses

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.