A fortress perched on a cascade: visit a 1000-year-old castle whose identity is intricately tied to Europe’s most awe-inspiring waterfall.

Day out from Zürich with round-trip coach transfers, a multilingual live guide, and time to explore at the Laufen Castle and Rhine Falls at your own pace.
You'll get a multilingual professional guide, panoramic views from glass lifts and trails, entry to the Laufen castle and its Historama exhibition. In summer, upgrade to a thrilling boat ride to the base of the falls.
Rhine Falls: Witness Europe’s most powerful waterfall as 700,000 litres of water per second cascade over a 150-meter-wide cliff. Walk the Belvedere panoramic trail, ride the glass lift for sweeping views, or choose an optional boat ride into the basin for an unforgettable close-up.
Laufen Castle & Historama: Step inside this 1,000-year-old fortress overlooking the falls. Explore the Historama exhibition to uncover the castle’s rich past and its long-standing link to the Rhine.
Return: Pass the picturesque town of Schaffhausen, crowned by the 16th-century Munot Fortress, before crossing briefly into Germany and returning to Zurich.

Inclusions

English-or Spanish-speaking guide
Round trip transfers in an AC coach
Guided tour of Rhine Falls & Laufen Castle
Access to Historama exhibition at Laufen Castle
Panoramic lift access at Rhine Falls
Access to Belvedere vieiwng platform above Rhine Falls

Exclusions

Boat ride at Rhine Falls

Food and drinks
Personal expenses

What to bring

Valid photo ID

What's not allowed

Pets
Food and drinks

Additional information

Bring your passport for the return journey from Rhine Falls via Germany back to Zurich.
The boat ride at the Rhine's basin is a summer-only activity and must be purchased as an add-on. It is not automatically included in this experience.

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

Tick off two unique adventures in one day: view Europe’s largest waterfall up close and wander the charming medieval lanes. Day out from central Zürich with comfortable coach transfers, a multilingual live guide, and a close-up view of the Rhine Falls. You’ll get guided commentary on board, round-trip coach transfers from central Zurich, a stunning view of the Rhine Falls, a visit to the old town of Stein am Rhein to explore at leisure. Rhine Falls: Behold Europe’s most powerful waterfall. Capture photos, enjoy free time to walk along the viewing platforms, or upgrade with a boat ride to the base of the falls. Stein am Rhein: Explore a beautifully preserved medieval old town with frescoed house facades, cobbled lanes, and riverside views. Stroll the central square, browse small local shops, and soak in the charming historic atmosphere.

Inclusions

Expert English- or German-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

Exclusions

Boat ride at Rhine Falls

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.

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

A fortress perched on a cascade: visit a 1000-year-old castle whose identity is intricately tied to Europe’s most awe-inspiring waterfall.

Day out from Zürich with round-trip coach transfers, a multilingual live guide, and time to explore at the Laufen Castle and Rhine Falls at your own pace.
You'll get a multilingual professional guide, panoramic views from glass lifts and trails, entry to the Laufen castle and its Historama exhibition. In summer, upgrade to a thrilling boat ride to the base of the falls.
Rhine Falls: Witness Europe’s most powerful waterfall as 700,000 litres of water per second cascade over a 150-meter-wide cliff. Walk the Belvedere panoramic trail, ride the glass lift for sweeping views, or choose an optional boat ride into the basin for an unforgettable close-up.
Laufen Castle & Historama: Step inside this 1,000-year-old fortress overlooking the falls. Explore the Historama exhibition to uncover the castle’s rich past and its long-standing link to the Rhine.
Return: Pass the picturesque town of Schaffhausen, crowned by the 16th-century Munot Fortress, before crossing briefly into Germany and returning to Zurich.

Inclusions

English-or Spanish-speaking guide
Round trip transfers in an AC coach
Guided tour of Rhine Falls & Laufen Castle
Access to Historama exhibition at Laufen Castle
Panoramic lift access at Rhine Falls
Access to Belvedere vieiwng platform above Rhine Falls

Exclusions

Boat ride at Rhine Falls

Food and drinks
Personal expenses

What to bring

Valid photo ID

What's not allowed

Pets
Food and drinks

Additional information

Bring your passport for the return journey from Rhine Falls via Germany back to Zurich.
The boat ride at the Rhine's basin is a summer-only activity and must be purchased as an add-on. It is not automatically included in this experience.

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

Inclusions

Expert English- or German-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

Exclusions

Boat ride at Rhine Falls

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.

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

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Day Trip From Zürich to Rhine Falls & Laufen Castle

A fortress perched on a cascade: visit a 1000-year-old castle whose identity is intricately tied to Europe’s most awe-inspiring waterfall.

Day out from Zürich with round-trip coach transfers, a multilingual live guide, and time to explore at the Laufen Castle and Rhine Falls at your own pace.
You'll get a multilingual professional guide, panoramic views from glass lifts and trails, entry to the Laufen castle and its Historama exhibition. In summer, upgrade to a thrilling boat ride to the base of the falls.
Rhine Falls: Witness Europe’s most powerful waterfall as 700,000 litres of water per second cascade over a 150-meter-wide cliff. Walk the Belvedere panoramic trail, ride the glass lift for sweeping views, or choose an optional boat ride into the basin for an unforgettable close-up.
Laufen Castle & Historama: Step inside this 1,000-year-old fortress overlooking the falls. Explore the Historama exhibition to uncover the castle’s rich past and its long-standing link to the Rhine.
Return: Pass the picturesque town of Schaffhausen, crowned by the 16th-century Munot Fortress, before crossing briefly into Germany and returning to Zurich.

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3 hr. 45 min.

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Transfers included