Switzerland · Hidden Gems

Northern Switzerland Full Day (Private Tour)

9 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Zürich. Easy pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private full-day tour through northern Switzerland from Zürich
  • 02 See the highest waterfalls in Europe
  • 03 Climb a fortress with views over the old town
  • 04 Discover Schaffhausen’s painted rooftops and medieval history
  • 05 Learn about Swiss watchmaking
  • 06 Visit a picturesque village on the other side of the Rhine
  • 07 Free time for lunch and leisure during the day

Discover northern Switzerland on a private full-day journey from Zürich, combining natural scenery, local history, and cultural insight. Visit the highest waterfalls in Europe, explore Schaffhausen, and learn the stories behind its painted rooftops, medieval towers, and watchmaking traditions.

Along the way, enjoy time at leisure for lunch and continue to a picturesque village on the other side of the Rhine, known for its historic centre and remarkable Second World War story. This tour is ideal for travellers who want to see beyond the usual city highlights in comfort with a private driver guide.

Visit to this picturesque village, which is the only part of Switzerland which was bombarded accidentally during the Second World War, as the Allied Forces thought this was part of Germany, due to it`s location at the other side of the river.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Zurich
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Travelers can see the highest waterfalls in Europe.Travelers can climb a fortress which offers a marvellous view over the old part of the town. Some time at leisure and lunch.Visit to this picturesque village, which is the only part of Switzerland which was bombarded accidentally during the Second World War, as the Allied Forces thought this was part of Germany, due to it`s location at the other side of the river. Admire the beautiful paintings on the walls in the village historical centre

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Zürich. 1 city · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional Driver Guide
  • Luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle
  • Entrance to the Waterfalls
  • Entrance to the Swiss Watch Makers

What's Not Included

Although lunch is not included in the price, please contact our team after you have booked your service so that we can allocate time according to your wishes.

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • We can pick you up anywhere in this city. Please let us know where you wish to be picked up and we will collect you there.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Zürich.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Zürich.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Zürich..

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