Zurich City Tour & Lake Zurich Cruise with Rapperswil Visit
ID: GYG1161327-1779236
Category:
Country: Switzerland
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover Zurich’s top landmarks, the charming old town of Rapperswil, and enjoy a relaxing cruise on Lake Zurich—all in one scenic half-day tour.
Experience the very best of Zurich and its surroundings on this guided half-day excursion combining a city highlights tour, a visit to charming Rapperswil, and a relaxing Lake Zurich cruise.
Begin with a comfortable coach tour through Zurich’s most important districts. Pass the historical Limmatquai, the elegant Bahnhofstrasse shopping street, the university quarter, and the beautiful Fraumünster Church, known for its world-famous Chagall stained-glass windows.
Continue along the breathtaking Höhenstrasse panoramic road, offering spectacular views of the Swiss Alps and Lake Zurich. Reach Rapperswil, the picturesque “City of Roses,” known for its medieval castle, rose gardens, deer park, and cobblestone old town. Enjoy a short guided walk followed by leisure time to explore, grab lunch, or visit local attractions.
Later, board a comfortable Lake Zurich cruise boat (unaccompanied). Relax during the scenic 2-hour journey back to Zurich Bürkliplatz, passing lakeside towns, mountains, and beautiful landscapes. This tour combines nature, culture, and sightseeing into one perfectly planned experience.
This tour is operated by Zurich’s most reputable sightseeing company—ensuring safety, comfort, and excellent service.
Highlights
- Guided city tour of Zurich’s major attractions
- Discover Rapperswil’s medieval castle & rose gardens
- Scenic drive along Höhenstrasse with Alpine viewpoints
- Enjoy a 2.25-hour Lake Zurich cruise back to the city
- Explore Zurich Old Town and Fraumünster Church
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour operates in all weather; please dress appropriately.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure—late arrivals count as no-shows.
Carry a valid ID or passport if requested.
The cruise segment is unaccompanied (no guide on the boat).
Restaurant service is available on board the Lake Zurich cruise.
Itinerary order may change due to traffic, weather, or operational reasons. If cancelled then customer will get 100% refund.
The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Some attractions or areas in Rapperswil may close without prior notice.
The Sihlquai bus station is located 200 meters behind Zurich main station (HB).
IMPORTANT: If you are using GPS, please enter 'Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich'. At the bus station there is a wooden/green building where we have a check-in counter marked 'Meier Tours
After the cruise, the tour will finish at 'Bürkliplatz pier
INCLUDED
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach
- Professional Local tour guide
- 2.25 hour cruise on lake Zurich
- Wifi on Board the Bus
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals and beverages
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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.
