Rhine Falls Half-Day Trip
Discover Europe's largest waterfalls on this day trip from Zurich: you'll be captivated by the incredible natural beauty of Rhine Falls and the picturesque town of Schaffhausen. Rhine Falls Half-Day Trip. At the scheduled time, you'll leave...
- 4 hours
- Open on Tue, Wed, Thu
Discover Europe's largest waterfalls on this day trip from Zurich: you'll be captivated by the incredible natural beauty of Rhine Falls and the picturesque town of Schaffhausen.
Rhine Falls Half-Day Trip
At the scheduled time, you'll leave Zurich and head into the stunning landscapes of northern Switzerland.
After a 40-minute drive through vineyards and villages, you'll stop at Laufen Castle, a Medieval fortress offering views of the Rhine Falls. At 150 metres (490 ft) wide and 23 metres (75 ft) high, the Rheinfall is Europe's biggest waterfall and a major tourist attraction.
You'll have around an hour of free time to explore the Rhine Falls and enjoy various activities. You'll get as close as possible to these falls while learning about their formation.
After your time at Rhine Falls, the return journey to Zurich will pass through the charming town of Schaffhausen, where you can see the 16th century Munot Fortress. The route includes a brief drive through Germany before arriving back in Zurich.
Waterfalls Cruise
In the summer, you can take an optional boat trip through the Rhine Falls. The ticket price for this trip is CHF10 for adults, CHF5 for children aged 6 to 15 years, and free for children under 6.
Important information
Remember to bring your valid passport on the day of the tour: you will need it to cross the border between Switzerland and Germany.
Prices
Included
- Transport by air–conditioned coach
- English–speaking guide
- Entrance ticket to Laufen Castle
- Entrance ticket to the Rhine Falls at Laufen Castle
Not included
- Boat trip at Rhine Falls (only available in summer, 10CHF for adults, CHF5 for children from 6 to 15 years old, and free for children under 6)
Tips
- Accessibility: Yes, imperative to point out when the booking is made