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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

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

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

    • Travel with a multilingual live 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- or German-speaking guide

    • Round-trip transfers from Zürich by comfortable coach

    • Wi-Fi on board

    • Entry to Laufen Castle

    • Rhine Falls visit

    • Visit the medieval town of Stein am Rhein

    • Boat ride at Rhine Falls
  • Start point

    Zurich Sihlquai Bus Terminal

    55 min
    50 km

    1. Rhine Falls

    25 min
    21 km

    2. Stein am Rhein

    60 min
    54 km
    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.

  • 4.1
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    What our guests say

    Sumon Kumar Dey

    Sumon

    Mar 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    CHANDRIKA NARAYANA MURTHY

    Chandrika

    Dec 2024
    Verified booking
    5/5
    manjeetsingh gurbirsingh sarna

    Manjeetsingh

    Jun 2024
    Verified booking
    5/5
    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 Bobick

    Katharine

    Jun 2024
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Martin was very knowledgeable about Rhine Falls and general Zürich information.
    Jimmie Butler

    Jimmie

    Jun 2021
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Loved the fact that the guide let us explore at our own pace. Stein Em was super fun to explore!
  • What to bring

    • Passport

    What's not allowed

    • Pets

    • Consumption of food and drinks inside the bus

    Additional information

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

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