- Free cancellationFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Duration7 hr – 9 hr
- Guide languagesEnglish, Spanish
- Instant confirmationMobile ticket
Free cancellation
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Overview
Discover two of northern Switzerland’s most iconic destinations on this small-group day tour from Zurich, travelling the Swiss way by train. Enjoy a relaxed journey with no traffic and beautiful scenic views along the route. Start at Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall, with a boat ride (Mar–Oct) or panoramic viewing platforms (Nov–Feb). Continue to Schaffhausen, a charming medieval town, where you’ll enjoy a guided walk followed by free time to have lunch or explore at your own pace. - Small group experience with local guide - Travel by train like a local — scenic, stress-free, no traffic - Rhine Falls with boat ride (Mar–Oct) or viewpoints (Nov–Feb) - Schaffhausen guided visit with free time
What's included
- Rhine Falls Boat tour (from March to October) & Panoramic platform ticket (from November to February
- Guided tour in Schaffhausen
- Local Guide
- Train tickets 2nd class
- Drinks & Food
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
- 1
Lucerne
2 hr
Your adventure begins as we meet you at Lucerne train station, where we’ll set off together by train. From there, we’ll head straight to the magnificent Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall, where you can take in the breathtaking views and feel the power of the cascading water up close.
- 2
Rhine Falls
1 hrAdmission included
At the magnificent Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall, your experience varies by season. From March to October, a short boat tour is included, taking you right up close to the powerful cascades for an unforgettable, immersive view of the falls. From November to February, the visit focuses on the panoramic viewing platforms, where you can admire the falls from different perspectives. In both cases, all tickets are included.
- 3
Schaffhausen
2 hr
Your Schaffhausen experience begins with a guided walking tour of approximately 1.5 hours, where you’ll discover the charm of the historic old town, its medieval streets, and unique architectural details. After the guided portion, you’ll enjoy around 2 hours of free time to relax, have lunch at one of the local restaurants, and stroll through the town at your own pace before continuing your journey.
- 4
Lucerne
2 hr
After an unforgettable half-day of sightseeing, we travel back to Lucerne by train. Sit back and relax as we make the journey together, with a convenient arrival at Lucerne train station, where your experience comes to a close.
Meeting point and pickup
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you at Torbogen, located near the Lucerne Train Station. Look for the archway entrance with its distinctive signage and bustling passage, where you can easily spot your guide.
End point
Ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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