Switzerland · HISTORICAL TOURS
Here are the 13 historical tours that survive a close look at price, duration and what actually happens on the day. The first one is first for a reason.
Explore Zürich’s old town, hidden walls, medieval churches, Lenin’s former home, and scenic Polyterrasse views on a 2-hour guided walk.
“A wonderful, informative, and comprehensive evening tour of the city! Our tour guide, Ariadni, was so knowledgeable and took us to places I never would have found on my own. Well worth the investment!”
Review of Basel’s 90-minute Old Town walking tour, with the Town Hall, Minster, opera house, Tinguely fountain, Swiss sweets, and booking tips.
“Why are you asking us? You cancelled out on us 6 minutes before we were to start! I would never recommend your company!!”
Explore Geneva’s landmarks through a dark-history phone quest with flexible timing, clever clues, and a low $6.01 price.
“This gave a real purpose to walking round geneva and we learned some interesting facts and historical stories. Much better than dry information read online. Loved it!”
Review of Lugano’s private 2-hour history walk, with cathedral views, Renaissance art, lakefront scenery, pricing, logistics, and honest advice.
“Violetta is one of the most knowledgeable guides I’ve ever had. We toured Lugano one quiet Sunday morning and she made the city come alive for us.”
A private two-hour Zermatt walk covering Matterhorn history, old barns, churches, the climbers' cemetery, and Gornergrat Railway.
“Elizabeth was a refreshing, calm, warm, friendly, and engaging tour guide! She was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Zermatt, the alpinists that created Zermatt and the people of the area. We enjoyed the tour immensely!”
Explore Lausanne’s old town, cathedral, bridges, and cultural landmarks with a private local guide on this flexible two-hour walk.
“We really enjoyed our time with Thomas touring Old Town Lusanne. We were able to hear the organ play at two of the churches we visited. That was fantastic!”
Review of St. Gallen’s private walking tour, with its cathedral, textile museum, local guide, price, itinerary, access, and booking advice.
“Laetita was a great guide, very informative!! She knows St. Gallen like the back of her hand. In fact it was too short thoroughly enjoyed!!”
Explore Basel’s landmarks on a private two-hour walk with flexible timing, city history, Rhine views, medieval gates, and personal guide attention.
“This was an eye opening tour of a city I have visited many times. The tour guide, Hui, pointed out many things that I will continue to enjoy when I spend time working in Basel. Two hours was not enough time! I will have to repeat the tour when I come back to see the places we did not have time to see.”
Explore Basel’s Old Town on a private two-hour walk through markets, murals, bridges, fountains, museums, and civic history.
“This was the best tour we’ve been on. Our guide Bea Tschopp, was informative, enthusiastic, animated, friendly, and very knowledgeable. She kept a great pace pointing out, old and new facts and history that we would’ve walked by without noticing. There was even a sweet treat at the end. Two thumbs up!”
Explore Geneva from Jet d’Eau to the UN with a private local guide, flexible stops, Reformation history, diplomacy, and practical city tips.
“Such a nice experience, we really appreciated the fact that we could contact the guide directly and coordinate with him on what locations were particularly important for us.”
Review of Interlaken’s private history tour, covering castles, Höhematte, Bollywood connections, Alpine art, price, access, and value.
“One thing that I must highlight is the surprise we felt after the tour was over, especially with the richness in history for such a small location. So few people but so full of stories, brilliantly laid out by our guide.”
Explore Lausanne’s medieval Old Town, cathedral, markets, shopping streets, and Lake Geneva views with a private local guide.
“Incredibile esperienza! Denis e’ una guida molto attenta e preparata! Losanna e’ una città dalle mille sfaccettature.”
Explore Vevey’s market square, Old Town, Alimentarium, Lake Geneva views, and Rue d’Italie on a private two-hour walking tour.
“The location of the hotel is great, the trees, the sun, the beach, the staff, generally everything is recommended here in this hotel.Auto-translated”
Every kind of Swiss day out, and the best of each.
