Hidden Swiss Gems: Private Day Tour with Local from Zurich
Overview
If you’re looking to see a different side of Switzerland, away from the crowds and postcard spots, this private day trip from Zurich is for you. With a local guide leading the way, you’ll visit peaceful mountain villages, quiet lakesides, and incredible viewpoints that most travelers miss. There’s time for scenic walks, great photos, and even a stop for local cheese or chocolate if you’d like. It’s all flexible and made to feel like a day out with a knowledgeable Swiss friend who knows the hidden gems.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Local insights and custom tips.
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off.
- Private Guided Day Tour to the iconic places.
- Meals
- Personal Expenses
Meeting and Pickup
We’ll pick you up right at your hotel in Zurich, so you can start your day relaxed no extra planning needed.
What To Expect
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Zurich
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Brunnen
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Lucerne
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Canton of Uri
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Klausenpass
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Glarus
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bilten
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Zurich (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible ✅ (Alternative routes available or we can customize the tour to suit your needs.)
- Family Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Snacks.
- Private transportation.
- Local insights and custom tips.
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off.
- Private Guided Day Tour to the iconic places.
- Meals.
- Personal Expenses.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hidden Swiss Gems: Private Day Tour with Local from Zurich is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hidden Swiss Gems: Private Day Tour with Local from Zurich will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Local insights and custom tips.
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off.
- Private Guided Day Tour to the iconic places.
- Meals
- Personal Expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible ✅ (Alternative routes available or we can customize the tour to suit your needs.)
- Family Friendly
