In half a day, visit the medieval Laufen Castle, stroll scenic trails, and feel the spray of Europe’s largest waterfall.
- Day out from Zürich with round-trip coach transfers, a multilingual live guide, and time to explore at your own pace.
- You'll get panoramic views from glass lifts and trails, discover the Laufen castle’s Historama exhibition, and, in summer, upgrade with 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 perched above 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
What's not allowed
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.