Zurich: Swiss Countryside Tour to Rapperswil and Beyond
5.0
(37)
🕑 9 hours
Free cancellation
There’s plenty to see and do in Zurich, but what if you want to take a break from the concrete jungle? Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind for a day with the help of a guide to take you on a scenic drive through the Swiss countryside. Explore further at stops such as Rapperswil and the Lindt Home of Chocolate for a well-rounded day out.
Languages:
English
📍Sihlquai Coach Parking, Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
🏢Operated by Best of Switzerland Tours
Highlights
- ✓No getting lost with your group and local guide to follow
- ✓Let someone else handle your Swiss itinerary while you have fun
- ✓Enjoy a cheese tasting at a show dairy with a welcome drink
- ✓A guide does the driving, so you just watch the scenery go by
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your guide at Sihlquai Bus Station and hop aboard your coach to begin your tour.
- ✓After a 45-minute scenic drive through the Swiss countryside, you'll arrive in the enchanting medieval town of Rapperswil, famously known as the "City of Roses. Explore its cobblestone streets, beautiful rose gardens, and iconic castle with stunning views of Lake Zurich on a guided tour. You'll then have free time to enjoy lunch and browse the charming local shops before continuing your journey.
- ✓Discover Einsiedeln, one of Switzerland's most significant pilgrimage sites. Explore the breathtaking Benedictine monastery, an impressive Baroque masterpiece featuring four tranquil inner courtyards. Visit the Black Madonna, a revered 15th-century treasure located within the monastery chapel, and experience the spiritual and historical charm of this iconic site.
- ✓Visit the Milchmanufaktur show dairy, a must-see destination for cheese enthusiasts. Begin with a refreshing welcome drink before diving into the fascinating process of milk production. Take part in a delightful cheese tasting experience and explore the on-site shop featuring homemade specialties and a wide variety of premium cheeses to savor and take home.
- ✓Head to Kilchberg, the home of the famous Lindt Home of Chocolate, an architectural masterpiece designed by Swiss architects Christ & Gantenbein. Marvel at the stunning grand atrium featuring the world’s tallest free-standing chocolate fountain—ideal for memorable photos. Enjoy an interactive audio-guided tour of the chocolate museum, followed by unlimited tastings. Complete your visit with a treat at the Lindt Café and browse the world’s largest Lindt Chocolate Shop for the perfect souvenir or gift before heading back to Zurich.
- ✓Return to the starting point of your day at Sihlquai Bus Station in Zurich.
What's included
- ✓Short visit to Einsiedeln and its historic monastery
- ✓Visit to the Lindt Home of Chocolate, incl. ticket, audio-guide, and unlimited chocolate tasting
- ✓Guided walk through the Old Town of Rapperswil
- ✓Visit of Milchmanufaktur show dairy, including guided tour, welcome drink, and cheese tasting
- ✓Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach
- ✓Fully guided tour by a professional English-speaking guide or driver-guide T
- ✓Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Additional food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Personal expenses
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The tour is not wheelchair accessible or suitable for individuals using walking aids
Please note: If you are experiencing illness such as fever, the flu, or similar conditions, entry to the dairy will not be permitted
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 109.00
Zurich: Swiss Countryside Tour to Rapperswil and Beyond
5.0
(37)
🕑 9 hours
Free cancellation
There’s plenty to see and do in Zurich, but what if you want to take a break from the concrete jungle? Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind for a day with the help of a guide to take you on a scenic drive through the Swiss countryside. Explore further at stops such as Rapperswil and the Lindt Home of Chocolate for a well-rounded day out.
Languages:
English
📍Sihlquai Coach Parking, Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
🏢Operated by Best of Switzerland Tours
Highlights
- ✓No getting lost with your group and local guide to follow
- ✓Let someone else handle your Swiss itinerary while you have fun
- ✓Enjoy a cheese tasting at a show dairy with a welcome drink
- ✓A guide does the driving, so you just watch the scenery go by
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your guide at Sihlquai Bus Station and hop aboard your coach to begin your tour.
- ✓After a 45-minute scenic drive through the Swiss countryside, you'll arrive in the enchanting medieval town of Rapperswil, famously known as the "City of Roses. Explore its cobblestone streets, beautiful rose gardens, and iconic castle with stunning views of Lake Zurich on a guided tour. You'll then have free time to enjoy lunch and browse the charming local shops before continuing your journey.
- ✓Discover Einsiedeln, one of Switzerland's most significant pilgrimage sites. Explore the breathtaking Benedictine monastery, an impressive Baroque masterpiece featuring four tranquil inner courtyards. Visit the Black Madonna, a revered 15th-century treasure located within the monastery chapel, and experience the spiritual and historical charm of this iconic site.
- ✓Visit the Milchmanufaktur show dairy, a must-see destination for cheese enthusiasts. Begin with a refreshing welcome drink before diving into the fascinating process of milk production. Take part in a delightful cheese tasting experience and explore the on-site shop featuring homemade specialties and a wide variety of premium cheeses to savor and take home.
- ✓Head to Kilchberg, the home of the famous Lindt Home of Chocolate, an architectural masterpiece designed by Swiss architects Christ & Gantenbein. Marvel at the stunning grand atrium featuring the world’s tallest free-standing chocolate fountain—ideal for memorable photos. Enjoy an interactive audio-guided tour of the chocolate museum, followed by unlimited tastings. Complete your visit with a treat at the Lindt Café and browse the world’s largest Lindt Chocolate Shop for the perfect souvenir or gift before heading back to Zurich.
- ✓Return to the starting point of your day at Sihlquai Bus Station in Zurich.
What's included
- ✓Short visit to Einsiedeln and its historic monastery
- ✓Visit to the Lindt Home of Chocolate, incl. ticket, audio-guide, and unlimited chocolate tasting
- ✓Guided walk through the Old Town of Rapperswil
- ✓Visit of Milchmanufaktur show dairy, including guided tour, welcome drink, and cheese tasting
- ✓Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach
- ✓Fully guided tour by a professional English-speaking guide or driver-guide T
- ✓Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Additional food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Personal expenses
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The tour is not wheelchair accessible or suitable for individuals using walking aids
Please note: If you are experiencing illness such as fever, the flu, or similar conditions, entry to the dairy will not be permitted
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 109.00