Switzerland · HALF-DAY
Here are the 9 half-day tours that survive a close look at price, duration and what actually happens on the day. The first one is first for a reason.
Review of the Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein tour from Zurich, with boat ride advice, timing, price, walking demands, and practical tips.
“Beautiful views; wild waterfall and the quaintest medieval village. Highly recommend! We plan to go back!”
Explore Zurich’s old town, Bahnhofstrasse, churches, riverfront, and lake by tram and boat on this flexible private half-day tour.
“This was a great tour! Money well spent! Our guide, Enzo, was so personable, so knowledgeable and so engaging. He got to know everyone and made sure no one felt left out. We we're busy every minute and loved it! Highly recommend this tour of beautiful Zurich.”
Explore Bern with a private local guide, from Rosengarten views to the old town, Matte quarter, Minster, Zytglogge, and Parliament.
“Dominique was perfectly delightful and we walked around the old town area for at least 3 1/2 hours. We took a much needed break at a wonderfull coffee house. She was very knowledgeable about the area and her English was exceptionally good! The weather was not ideal, but we made the best of our time together.”
Explore Lucerne’s old town with a local guide, then enjoy a one-hour Lake Lucerne boat ride in a small English-speaking group.
“Perfect experience, saw a lot of the Lucerne and learned a lot about its rich history, pretty much every step of the way. For our family (w/ two youngish kids) it was the right amount of duration, walking, information, without it ever feeling or becoming exhausting. Highly recommend.”
Trade Lucerne’s city crowds for a private countryside walk with Alpine views, local stories, farm animals, and Lake Lucerne scenery.
“My husband and I did this activity in July 2024 with Eve. We had an AMAZING time! I only have good things to say about the entire experience. Eve was so welcoming, kind, and so knowledgeable about the area we were in. We had fun and learned a lot. The walk is so beautiful it's hard to describe with words. If you're thinking about doing this activity, I 100% recommend it!”
Review of a private Lucerne tour from Zurich or Lucerne, with Chapel Bridge, Old Town, Musegg Wall, Château Gütsch, photos, and transport.
“We spent a fun half-day touring the environs of Lucerne with our guide, Lino, but it started well before the actual tour. Lino took the time before our outing finding out what our interest were and tailoring the tour accordingly. The result -- a tour that hit all the right notes. Further, Lino brought his photography equipment and we had many shots at picturesque locations throughout the day. We cannot make a higher recommendation than Lino for his personal touch to the day.”
Ride Lucerne’s historic funicular and open-roof CabriO cable car to Stanserhorn for Alpine views, free time, and a helpful local guide.
“Our guide, Michael was great! The cable car ride was amazing. Unfortunately the weather was stormy so we didn’t see much. Suggest checking out the weather and canceling before 24 hours of the tour, unless you are ok with not seeing much. We actually had a blast! A hike in the rain, the eeriness of the clouds we were in and warm tea afterwards.”
Review of Zurich’s private Rhine Falls tour, with hotel pickup, Laufen Castle, boat ride, guide Martin, pricing, timing, and practical tips.
“Martin pickup us up promptly at our hotel and took us to Rhine Falls. Since we did not stay there for the full allotted time, he took us to some others sights. We enjoyed our tour and would highly recommend him.”
Review of a private half-day tour from Interlaken to Lake Brienz, Giessbach Falls, Brienz village, and scenic mountain viewpoints.
“From the Giessbach Waterfalls to the sight seeing from the boat everything was just superb would definitely recommend”
Every kind of Swiss day out, and the best of each.
