The 6 Zurich River Cruises That Earn Their Price

1.Stein am Rhein and Rhine Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,206 reviews · 5 hours · from $103Our pick

Join Best of Switzerland Tours for a five-hour afternoon trip from Zurich to the roaring Rhine Falls and medieval Stein am Rhein. Expect an air-conditioned coach, an English or German-speaking guide such as Monika, Renata, or Rolf, a guided old-town walk, and an optional boat ride from April to October.

“This tour was great, the best of the 3 tours we had with you. It was well planned, and our guide (Renata) was excellent: she explained many interesting to us and guided us through Stein on Rein town. It was great.”

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2.Rhine Falls Coach Tour with Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 722 reviews · 4 hours · from $63Best value

Travel from Zurich to Rhine Falls on a four-hour guided coach tour with English or Spanish commentary. You’ll see Marthalen, vineyards, Munot Fortress, and Laufen Castle, with time for viewing platforms and an optional boat ride from April to October. Guides such as Olga, Manuel, and Roberto are praised for clear, lively commentary.

“The tour was amazing Everything was explained in English and other languages as well . The guide was friendly and helpful . Great experience and tourist friendly”

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3.Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 716 reviews · 5 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Leave Zurich by air-conditioned coach for Castle Laufen and the thunderous Rhine Falls, with an optional summer boat ride close to the spray. Then follow your guide through Stein am Rhein, where medieval houses carry remarkable frescoes. Guides such as Francesca, Bjorn, and Monika have led this outing.

“This was a great trip, great guide. We had a really good experience and it wasn’t that expensive. Definitely worth the trip and money.”

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4.Rhine Falls Morning Trip with Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 698 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $66

Travel from Zurich to Rhine Falls with an English-speaking driver-guide such as John, Angelo, or Ioannes. You get included entry, about two hours to walk between viewpoints and take photos, plus the option to buy a boat cruise that reaches the falls up close.

“A great half day out. Spectacular views. Definitely worth doing one of the boat trips too.”

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5.Rhine Falls Coach Tour incl. entry tickets from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 405 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Travel from Zurich by air-conditioned coach through vineyard country to Rhine Falls. Your guide covers Swiss history and local sights, while included entry gives you access to Laufen Castle, viewing platforms, and the Historama. Add the seasonal boat ride for a close look at the cascades.

“Wonderful tour. Great tour guide and driver. Such a beautiful place. This is a must see and do tour!”

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6.Black Forest and Rhine Falls Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 336 reviews · from $103

Leave Zurich by coach for Titisee-Neustadt in Germany and Rhine Falls in Switzerland. You’ll see cuckoo-clock making at Drubba, enjoy free time by Lake Titisee, and have about 45 minutes at the falls. Guides such as Hans and Beatrice add useful commentary.

“Definitely the blue boat circling in front of the Rhine Falls. It was exciting and well organized. Our lady tour guide was most informative and made sure we all had a great time. Black Forest is a beautiful trip. The driver was super careful and interesting to talk to.”

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