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From Zürich: Stein am Rhein and Rhine Falls

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926 reviews
Activity provider:Best of Switzerland Tours
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Guided tour

From Zürich: Stein am Rhein and Rhine Falls

Activity provider:Best of Switzerland Tours
4.6  / 5
926 reviews
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From $84.78 per person

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Spend the afternoon in northern Switzerland on a half-day trip from Zurich. Travel through charming villages, visit Europe's largest waterfall, and the medieval village of Stein am Rhein.

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, German

Experience

Itinerary
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    Starting location:

    Best of Switzerland Tours AG

  • Bus / coach

    (75 minutes)

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    Rhine Falls

    Visit, Free time

    Rhine Falls

    Boat cruise

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Bus / coach

    (25 minutes)

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    Stein am Rhein

    Visit, Free time

  • Bus / coach

    (70 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Best of Switzerland Tours AG

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights
  • Feel the roar of Europe's biggest waterfall at Schloss Laufen
  • Learn the medieval history of Stein am Rhein
  • Drive through a spectacular landscape of farming villages and picturesque vineyards
Full description
Travel out of Zürich for a scenic tour through dramatic natural landscapes and historic landmarks. Come across quaint villages and vast vineyards, and take the lift to the Rhine Falls. Depart Zürich and journey towards the Swiss/German border of northern Switzerland. Travel through a beautiful wine-growing region of charming farming villages and picturesque landscapes en route to Laufen. See the splendid medieval castle of Schloss Laufen and the mighty Rhine Falls and experience Europe's biggest waterfall. Get unique views from the panoramic lift and discover what it looks like when an average of 700,000 liters of water per second plunges into the basin below. If you are feeling adventurous, take the optional boat ride and experience the falls from below. Continue via Schaffhausen with its famous Munot Fortress. Soak up the views of the gently rolling vineyards and farming villages en route to Stein am Rhein. Upon arrival, learn about the well-preserved old town during a stroll. See distinctive medieval buildings such as the church and former monastery of St. George's Abbey. Look at the half-timber frame townhouses, along with the city gates and towers, the Town Hall, and the Armory. Admire the delicate wooden window frames of many of the buildings and marvel at their exceptional frescoes.
Includes
  • Tour with multilingual guide
  • Transportation in air-conditioned bus
  • Entry to the Rhine Falls
  • Entry to Laufen Castle
  • Guided walk through Stein am Rhein
  • Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional boat ride from April to October (CHF 10 per adult / CHF 5 per child; payable on the spot and subject to availability)
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Meet at Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich HB (main train station). From the station, follow track 18 to the end for about 50 meters. Turn right and find the bus station across the street from Starbucks. By public transport, take the tram 4, 6, or 13 to the stop "Sihlquai/HB".

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Baby strollers
  • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
  • Food and drinks in the vehicle
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 926 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Service
    4.5/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesDecember 1, 2023 – Verified booking
I’m not sure if I’m spelling it right but Veraina was such a sweetheart tour guide and Amoral was an awesome driver! If you’re lucky and get to Rheinfall in time, you’ll be able to attend a church service after the seeing the Rheinfall! Stein am Rhein was peaceful and Veraina took us all around and was giving us the history on the glass of the buildings, along with the detail and architecture of each one! It was a great way to end all my tours!
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Douglas – United StatesOctober 30, 2023 – Verified booking
The tour and sights were amazing. Our tour guide Ros was very knowledgeable, friendly and went above and beyond to teach us about the local areas, the people and the customs. I highly recommend this tour especially if your a first time visitor to the area.
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Elizabeth – United StatesOctober 23, 2023 – Verified booking
Carlos was professional and safe driver of bus on Friday traffic and weather conditions. Tour guide Babina exceptional translating and offering great history value to each place toured and warm caring like family even taking photos for many of us. Kudos well done I highly recommend!
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