Day trips
From Zurich: 3 mountains accessible by train, cable car, funicular, and boat
Duration: 12 hours
fromCHF 89
Discover the Swiss Alps from Zurich on a private tour by train, boat, and cogwheel railway. You'll travel to Rigi, cross a mountain pass, go through spiral tunnels, and follow the Rhine Gorge.
From Zurich: By train, boat, and cogwheel railway into the Swiss Alps with lake and Rhine Gorge
Activity provider: Swiss D ToursDiscover the Swiss Alps from Zurich on a private tour by train, boat, and cogwheel railway. You'll travel to Rigi, cross a mountain pass, go through spiral tunnels, and follow the Rhine Gorge.
Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before the start time
Duration
10 hours
Mobile ticket accepted
Use your phone or print out the voucher
Meeting point
Zurich main station (arrange the exact meeting point with the provider after booking)
Languages
German, French, Italian, English, Arabic
from CHF 89
from CHF 89
- Includes
- Highlights
- Description
- Important Information
- Meeting Points
Includes
Guided day trip using Switzerland's public transport
Geography expert Dave as your guide
Tailored to your interests and needs
Food in the train restaurant on the return trip
Tickets for all rides on this tour
Catering
Highlights
- Ride the first cogwheel railway in Europe up to the Rigi
- Enjoy panoramic views over lakes, hills, and the Alps
- Sail across the crystal-clear Lake Lucerne by boat
- Travel through the Gotthard spiral tunnels by train
- Discover the Rhine source and the Rhine Gorge
- Savour the journey itself as part of the experience
- Cross the heart of the Alps on the Glacier Express route
Description
On this private tour, you travel through the heart of Switzerland using public transport. First, you'll ride Europe's first cogwheel railway up to the Rigi. At the top, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of lakes, forested hills, and the Alps.
Next, the route takes you to the other side of the Rigi. There, you'll board a boat gliding over crystal-clear waters, accompanied by dramatic cliffs and mountain scenery.
You’ll then pass through the Gotthard spiral tunnels into hidden valleys. On another cogwheel railway, you’ll travel through the Alps and along the Rhine Gorge.
For dinner, there’s an optional chance to dine in an exclusive train restaurant on the way back.
Important Information
- Bring along: passport or photo ID, comfortable shoes, camera, weather-appropriate clothes
- If you don’t have a Swiss Travel Pass and need help purchasing your ticket, the provider can assist you.
Meeting Points
Zurich main station (arrange the exact meeting point with the provider after booking)
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