Rhine Waterfalls + Stein am Rhein Day Trip from Zurich

Anita was an exceptional guide, the trip was a real treat, but be aware, there was little time for lunch.

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Want to explore northern Switzerland? On this tour from Zurich, we'll admire the famous Rhine Waterfalls and visit the picturesque town of Stein am Rhein, which borders Germany.

Details

Duration

5 hours 15 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Admission ticket to Laufen Castle and the Historama exhibition
Admission ticket to the Rhine Waterfalls

Not included

Food and drink
Boat ride around the Rhine Waterfalls (only available April to October): 12CHF adults, 8CHF children aged 6 to 15, free for children under 6

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Only some areas are accessible. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Sihlquai Bus Station parking lot (Limmatstrasse, 2)

Reviews of our customers

8.8

Excellent 1,253 Travelers·92 reviews

September 17, 2026
Carlos Imas
Buenos Aires, Argentina
The stop at the Rhine Falls was pleasant, and the village of Stein am Rhin is a must-see.
Traveling solo
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September 17, 2026
Rosario María Marín Terroba
Spain
Anita was an exceptional guide, the trip was a real treat, but be aware, there was little time for lunch.
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December 30, 2025
Anónimo
Ciudad Autónoma De Buenos Aires, Argentina
A wonderful visit. Our guide, Virgilia, is very practical and charming. We visit several places at once, learning about the history of Switzerland, it...
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December 15, 2025
Angela
Barcelona, Spain
It has been a very interesting and beautiful excursion. The waterfalls are impressive to see up close. The village of Stein am Rhein is lovely, with i...
As a couple
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November 28, 2025
Catherine
Santiago, Chile
The place is wonderful, the waterfalls are impressive, and the little village is like a fairy tale...100% recommended. Our guide Björg was very entert...
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October 29, 2025
Debora Calisto
São Paulo, Brazil
The activity was interesting, with beautiful landscapes, the boat trip on the Rhine River was very good, quite pleasant despite the weather not cooper...
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December 31, 2025
Alegria
Valladolid, Spain
Renate was a fantastic guide. The tour was in English, but most of us weren't native English speakers, and she made a real effort to ensure we underst...
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December 9, 2025
Luz María
Saltillo, Mexico
Amazing views! The timing at each place is very good for having a pleasant time, exploring, and taking photos! We really liked the information our gui...
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November 19, 2025
Natividad Del Pino
Lanzarote, Spain
The place is spectacular. The only thing is that it should be done in Spanish, especially since the group consisted of 6 Spanish speakers and two Engl...
With friends
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August 10, 2025
Miguel Angel Bustos Delgado
Jaén, Spain
Renata was a very professional guide, providing us with excellent information about Zurich, the Rhine Falls, and Stein am Rhein. She also made sure th...
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Want to explore northern Switzerland? On this tour from Zurich, we'll admire the famous Rhine Waterfalls and visit the picturesque town of Stein am Rhein, which borders Germany.

Tour Details

At the time indicated, we'll meet at Sihlquai bus station parking lot and, from here in Zurich, we'll head to the north of Switzerland. We can assure you that the landscapes of the northernmost part of the country will remain forever etched in your memory.

Our first stop will be at Laufen Castle. As well as tour the inside of the castle to see the Historama exhibition, from this spectacular fortress, we'll enjoy beautiful views of the Rhine Falls, one of the main natural attractions of northern Switzerlandand no wonder!

You'll have approximately one hour free to admire the waterfalls, which you can see from the castle's panoramic lift. You can also take a walk along the Belvedere path, which will take you to a viewing platform just above the falls. For those who wish, you can also take a boat trip at your own expense, although please note that this activity is only available between April and October.

After enjoying this stunning scenery, we'll continue our tour through northern Switzerland via the town of Schaffhausen, where we'll see the exterior of the imposing Munot Fortress. We'll then continue on to the medieval village of Stein am Rhein.

In this fairytale village, we'll take a walking tour through the winding streets of the old town, where we'll see the frescoes that decorate the facades of its buildings. One of the highlights is the Haus zum Weissen Adler, the House of the White Eagle, where we'll see the main Renaissance mural painting in Switzerland.

After the guided tour of Stein am Rhein, you can have a drink and stroll around the centre of this medieval town at your leisure. Finally, we'll reconvene in the centre of the village to return to the meeting point in Zurich, where we'll conclude this 5-hour and 15-minute tour.

Rhine Falls Boat Trip

From April to October, you can also take an optional boat trip to the Rhine Falls. The ticket price for this trip is 12CHF for adults, 8CHF for children aged 6 to 15 and free for children under 6. The entrance to the boat is not accessible for prams and people with reduced mobility.

8.8

Excellent 1,253 Travelers·92 reviews

September 17, 2026
Carlos Imas
Buenos Aires, Argentina
The stop at the Rhine Falls was pleasant, and the village of Stein am Rhin is a must-see.
Traveling solo
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September 17, 2026
Rosario María Marín Terroba
Spain
Anita was an exceptional guide, the trip was a real treat, but be aware, there was little time for lunch.
Is this useful?
December 30, 2025
Anónimo
Ciudad Autónoma De Buenos Aires, Argentina
A wonderful visit. Our guide, Virgilia, is very practical and charming. We visit several places at once, learning about the history of Switzerland, it...
Is this useful?
December 15, 2025
Angela
Barcelona, Spain
It has been a very interesting and beautiful excursion. The waterfalls are impressive to see up close. The village of Stein am Rhein is lovely, with i...
As a couple
Is this useful?
November 28, 2025
Catherine
Santiago, Chile
The place is wonderful, the waterfalls are impressive, and the little village is like a fairy tale...100% recommended. Our guide Björg was very entert...
Is this useful?
October 29, 2025
Debora Calisto
São Paulo, Brazil
The activity was interesting, with beautiful landscapes, the boat trip on the Rhine River was very good, quite pleasant despite the weather not cooper...
As a couple
Is this useful?
December 31, 2025
Alegria
Valladolid, Spain
Renate was a fantastic guide. The tour was in English, but most of us weren't native English speakers, and she made a real effort to ensure we underst...
Is this useful?
December 9, 2025
Luz María
Saltillo, Mexico
Amazing views! The timing at each place is very good for having a pleasant time, exploring, and taking photos! We really liked the information our gui...
Is this useful?
November 19, 2025
Natividad Del Pino
Lanzarote, Spain
The place is spectacular. The only thing is that it should be done in Spanish, especially since the group consisted of 6 Spanish speakers and two Engl...
With friends
Is this useful?
August 10, 2025
Miguel Angel Bustos Delgado
Jaén, Spain
Renata was a very professional guide, providing us with excellent information about Zurich, the Rhine Falls, and Stein am Rhein. She also made sure th...
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Want to explore northern Switzerland? On this tour from Zurich, we'll admire the famous Rhine Waterfalls and visit the picturesque town of Stein am Rhein, which borders Germany.

Rhine Waterfalls + Stein am Rhein Day Trip