Rhine Waterfalls + Stein am Rhein Day Trip

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 the Sihlquai bus station parking lot and head to northern Switzerland. The landscapes of this region will create lasting memories.

Our first stop will be at Laufen Castle, where we will tour the Historama exhibition and enjoy views of the Rhine Falls, a key natural attraction. You'll have approximately one hour free to admire the waterfalls from the castle's panoramic lift or take a walk along the Belvedere path to a viewing platform above the falls. A boat trip is available at your own expense from April to October.

Next, we'll continue through northern Switzerland, stopping in Schaffhausen to see the exterior of the Munot Fortress and then proceed to the medieval village of Stein am Rhein.

In Stein am Rhein, we will take a walking tour of the old town, observing frescoes on building facades, including the Haus zum Weissen Adler, notable for its Renaissance mural painting. After the guided tour, you can enjoy a drink and explore the town at your leisure. We will then reconvene to return to Zurich, concluding this 5 hour and 15 minute tour.

Rhine Falls Boat Trip

If the weather allows, you can take an optional boat trip to the Rhine Falls. The ticket price is 10CHF for adults, 5CHF for children aged 6 to 15, and free for children under 6. The boat entrance is not accessible for prams and people with reduced mobility.