Day Trips

From Zürich: Half-Day Trip to Stein am Rhein & Rhine Falls

Rhine Falls cascading near Stein am Rhein with tourists on a guided tour from Zürich.

Enjoy an afternoon in northern Switzerland on a coach trip from Zürich. Drive through a landscape of quaint villages and visit Europe's largest waterfall.

Highlights

Enjoy round-trip transfers on comfortable coaches and the accompaniment of an expert tour guide
As you make your way to Schloss Laufen, gasp at serene views of vineyards and farming villages
Get down at Castle Laufen and marvel at the sights of Europe's biggest waterfall, the Rhine Falls.
Explore Stein am Rhein and enjoy a guided stroll through the well-preserved old town.
Gaze up at the distinctive buildings and half-timbered houses.

Inclusions

5-hour guided tour
Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers from Zürich by comfortable coach
Entry to Laufen Castle at Rhine Falls
Guided walk at Stein am Rhein
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Exclusions

Boat ride at Rhine Falls

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Manjeetsingh

5/5

Jun, 2024

Ticketing experience was very smooth The ride was good and the guide was also very kind and helpful. It was worth visiting the Rhine falls

Katharine

5/5

Jun, 2024

Martin was very knowledgeable about Rhine Falls and general Zürich information.

Vinodh

5/5

Oct, 2024

Bruce

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Sep, 2024

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Sep, 2024

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Your experience

Enjoy a comfortable coach ride through picturesque Swiss landscapes as your guide fills you in on facts about Switzerland's history and culture. Drink in views of gently rolling vineyards and charming farming villages close to the German border. At the splendid medieval Castle Laufen, you'll get down to see the mighty Rhine Falls. Spend an hour soaking up unique views from the panoramic lift and gasping at the rumbling waters thundering into the basin below.

After this, you'll continue via Schaffhausen toward the medieval town of Stein am Rhein. A guided stroll through the well-preserved old town lets you in on the distinctive buildings and half-timbered houses. The most promiment of the houses is the White Eagle, which you'll notice has the oldest-preserved mural painting of the Renaissance in Switzerland! After some leisure time at Stein am Rhein, you'll drive back in the evening to Zürich, calling an end to your grand tour.

Know before you go

What to bring

The return journey from the Rhine Falls to Zurich is via Germany. Passports are mandatory.

What's not allowed

Consumption of food and drinks is strictly prohibited inside the vehicle.

Additional information

You can opt for an optional boat ride at Rhine Falls, at an additional cost of CHF 10/adult and CHF 5/child. Payment is to be made on-site since the boat ride is subject to availability. Note that the boat is not accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly
Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID to your guide
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification
Kindly ensure that you arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays

Meeting Point

Meet your tour guide at the Sihlquai Coach Parking (or Bus Terminal)
This is located close to Zürich’s main train station
You'll find a white ticket office marked “Best of Switzerland Tours” or “City Tours & Excursions”

Get Directions to the Meeting Point