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

Rhine Falls with castle on hill and boat in river, Switzerland.
People on viewing platform at Rhine Falls, Switzerland, with waterfall and buildings in background.
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Duration

5 hr 15 min

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Guided tour

Transfers available

    • Full-day trip from central Zurich to Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein with round-trip coach transfers.

    • Travel with an expert English-speaking guide offering onboard commentary.

    • Witness the majestic Rhine Falls, Europe's most powerful waterfall that's 150m wide. Snap photos, or take a boat ride.

    • Explore Stein am Rhein’s medieval old town, known for its colorful frescoed facades, cobbled lanes, and riverside views.

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Round-trip transfers from Zürich by comfortable coach

    • Entry to Laufen Castle

    • Rhine Falls visit

    • Visit the medieval town of Stein am Rhein

    • Boat ride at Rhine Falls
  • Zurich Sihlquai Bus Terminal
    Start point

    Zurich Sihlquai Bus Terminal

    55 min
    50 km
    Rhine Falls

    1. Rhine Falls

    25 min
    21 km
    Stein am Rhein

    2. Stein am Rhein

    60 min
    54 km
    Zurich Sihlquai Bus Terminal
    End point

    Zurich Sihlquai Bus Terminal

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

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

  • 481 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Manjeetsingh S

    Couple
    Verified booking
    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 B

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Jun 2024
    Martin was very knowledgeable about Rhine Falls and general Zürich information.

    Jimmie B

    Verified booking
    Jun 2021
    Loved the fact that the guide let us explore at our own pace. Stein Em was super fun to explore!

    Trevor A

    Verified booking
    May 2021
    Went on a solo trip - the guide was really friendly and even helped me take photos!

    Cecelia W

    Verified booking
    May 2021
    Some of the shops in Stein am Rhein were closed but that only menat we had more time to explore. The falls were lovely and you can get really close to them to take good photos!
  • What's not allowed

    • Pets

    • Consumption of food and drinks inside the bus

    Additional information

    • Passport is not mandatory.

    • A boat ride at the Rhine Falls is a personal expense and is not automatically included in this day trip.

    • The optional boat ride is available from April to October, costs CHF 12 per adult and CHF 8 per child, must be paid on site in cash or by credit card, and is subject to availability.

    • The boat ride is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility or strollers.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly

    • 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

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