Zürich City Sightseeing Tour with Cruise, Lindt Home of Chocolate
Description
Hop aboard on a AC bus coach to explore the castle-like Swiss National Museum, high-end shopping mile Bahnhofstrasse & Zurich's illustrious financial district. Meander through the city's most exclusive residential area, catch a glimpse of the opulent Opera House, pause for a picture-perfect moment at Enge harbour, and prestigious Zürichberg neighborhood. Continue your journey through the lively university quarter before arriving at the historic Old Town. Marvel at the intricate guild houses, the iconic Town Hall, enchanting churches as you stroll through the charming medieval streets on a guided tour. Climb aboard a charming cruise for a leisurely half-hour tour on the crystal-clear waters of Lake Zurich. Visit the Lindt Home of Chocolate, a modern marvel designed by renowned Swiss architects Christ & Gantenbein with an enthralling audio-guided excursion through the chocolate museum. Delve into the rich history of chocolate from bean to bar followed by unlimited chocolate tasting!
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As you settle into the comfort of your coach, your knowledgeable guide will begin to unravel the city's fascinating past. The tour commences at the Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most expensive and exclusive shopping avenues, where you'll witness the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern luxury.
As the tour winds its way through the vibrant city of Zurich, you'll be dazzled by the iconic sights of the grand Opera House and the university quarter, home to esteemed institutions like the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and the University of Zurich. Prepare to be charmed by the elegant stately mansions that grace the streets, a testament to the city's glorious history.
Next, you'll be taken to the Old Town (Altstadt), a medieval gem nestled in the heart of Zurich. Here, you'll marvel at the well-preserved guild houses, churches, and the famous Fraumünster, a former abbey that now boasts stunning stained-glass windows designed by Marc Chagall.
The tour will then lead you to the picturesque Lake Zurich, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the snow-capped Alps. You'll also visit the financial district, home to numerous banks and financial institutions, a testament to Zurich's status as a global financial hub. Tour will be followed by a leisurely boat cruise on Lake Zurich. Along the way, you will see some of the city's most important landmarks, including the Limmat River, the historic bridges and the City Hall.
Experience wonder and awe as you gaze upon the expansive atrium, home to the world's tallest chocolate fountain. Capture the moment with a photo, surrounded by the tempting aroma of cocoa. Embark on an enthralling audio-guided excursion through the chocolate museum and delve into the rich history of chocolate from bean to bar followed by unlimited chocolate tasting! Don't forget to peruse the vast selection at the world's largest Lindt Chocolate Shop, where you can find the perfect gift to bring back for your loved ones.
As you journey back, your knowledgeable guide reveals the secrets of navigating the city using public transportation. Together, you board a trolleybus and tramway to reach Zurich Main Station. Although the tour concludes here, your 24-hour ticket unlocks the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and utilize Zurich's top-notch public transport network for further exploration.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(7)
Larswas an excellent guide! Very informative and patient. He explained everything well and was easy to understand.
After having separated the tour 1 day before we canceled the tour, without explanation, but returned the amount We had to do everything on our own at the last minute, it was an unpleasant experience
We booked this activity more than a month prior (on 6/2/24), with Chase Travel, using points. When we arrived at City Tours & Excursions yesterday (7/13/24 - our last day in Zurich), with print outs of our activity, including confirmation number and voucher, we were told that Yo Tours had cancelled us two days prior (on 7/11/24). We were not notified of this. Being a Saturday, the remaining tours for the day were fully booked. When we, as well as Chase Travel, attempted to call Yo Tours, it did not seem to be a valid number as the call would not go through. In the reviews, we are now reading about similar instances regarding Yo Tours. There are other companies that do a similar tour - it would be best to book through those companies to avoid what we, as well as others in reading the reviews, went through. Chase Travel refunded our points, but we were disappointed nonetheless as we were not expecting to spend our last day in Zurich this way.
It was an awful experience and never again I am going to plan nothing with Viator. They confirmed a trip through another tour that doesn’t even exist I came to the meeting point for my tour and was informed that our names were not there and the tour was full in conclusion I didn’t have my excursion and. Want my money back. I am extremely upset and disappointed.
Touring around the city of Zürich is beyond beautiful, and spectacular views, good tour guide and very helpful
Tour was canceled. Booked on the only day with nice weather for our trip. Would not recommend or use this tour operator.
The experience itself was great if you have a short stay in Zurich and need a guide to show you the key places, especially the Lindt museum where tickets are in short supply and may not be available so the only way would be through a tour. But to be very clear, this Viator option is through a ticket agency (Yo Tours) so if possible book with the tour operator directly first which is with Best of Switzerland tours. The agency will book with them and they ended up putting us in a different time than I wanted so as much as the option was there. We were lucky enough that there were no shows so Best of Switzerland were really nice and got us in. In hindsight, directly book with the tour operator as much as possible which is also cheaper. Otherwise, regardless of what this agency does, you are still in the hands of the tour operator (BOS).
