Zurich

15 Best Zurich Lake Cruises

The lake cruises off Burkliplatz: short loops and longer rounds with the Alps as a back wall on clear days, departing on Swiss-watch schedules.

1.Zürich: City Tour, Cruise, and Lindt Home of Chocolate Visit

Explore Zurich on this 5.5-hour tour featuring a city bus and walking tour, Lake Zurich cruise, and a visit to the Lindt Chocolate Home of Chocolate with tastings.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“This is a great activity, which covers the best and important aspects of Zurich in optimal time. And it is truly worth the price. Loved it. Our tour guide Renate was full of interesting information and energy, she was excellent!”

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2.Zürich: City Highlights Tour by Coach, Cable Car, and Ferry

Discover Zurich’s highlights on this 4.5-hour guided tour featuring Old Town walks, ferry rides, and cable car views of the Alps—great value and authentic sights.

★ 4.4

“Our guide Andrea was so delightful! Her passion for the City of Zurich and Switzerland was wonderful. Her knowledge and language skills were outstanding!”

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3.Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride

Discover Zurich's highlights on this 4.5-hour guided tour, including Old Town, Lake Zurich ferry, and a cable car to Felsenegg with stunning Alpine views.

★ 4.0

“The experience was exactly as described and a very good way to see Zurich (especially in the winter) The bus ride made seeing the city comfortable and the 30 min walking tours were just right. Weather played a role when we went up the Felsegg…”

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4.Zurich: City Bus Tour with Audio Guide and Lake Cruise

Discover Zurich with a comprehensive 3.5-hour combo tour featuring an audio-guided city bus ride and a scenic Lake Zurich cruise—perfect for sightseeing and relaxing.

★ 4.3

“The city cruise was nice and informative. There are many languages to choose and the driver is super nice. The bus was very neat and clean. There was only 1 stop (to step out of the bus for 15 min) so as to get some…”

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5.Zurich Highlights Tour With Cruise and Lindt Home of Chocolate

Discover Zurich’s highlights on this half-day guided tour combining city sights, a Lake Zurich cruise, and a visit to Lindt’s chocolate museum, with transport included.

★ 4.0

“Great tour. Daniel was excellent guide. Glad we got to spend as much time as needed at the Lindt factory.”

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7.Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise

Discover stunning mountain views, historic Lucerne, and scenic lake cruises on this full-day Swiss trip from Zurich, led by knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.5

“Bus, train and cable car this tour has it all. Along with beautiful mountains, lakes and views all seen with very informative commentary from an experienced guide. A day well spent in nature with lovely professional people.”

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9.Zurich: City Sightseeing Tour with Lake Cruise

Explore Zurich’s highlights with a combined city bus tour, Old Town walk, and scenic Lake Zurich cruise—perfect for a quick, authentic Swiss experience.

★ 4.0

“It was beautiful, I will definitely recommend this tour to anyone! I was almost late and lost at the same time, I called to inform them, they didn’t only direct me to the meeting point, they waited for me. In all, I had a fantastic…”

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10.3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour – Cruise on the Lake – Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg

Discover Zurich’s highlights with this 3-in-1 tour featuring a city walk, lake cruise, and cable car ride with stunning mountain views, all in one day.

★ 5.0

“Amazing tour! Patricia was a great tour guide. I loved walking through Zurich and really learning about the city. Bonus was also getting the boat ride and cable car.”

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11.From Zurich: Day Trip to Lucerne with Optional Yacht Cruise

Discover Lucerne on a 9.5-hour day trip from Zurich, with charming sights, scenic drives, and an optional yacht cruise—perfect for a taste of Swiss beauty.

★ 4.3

“Our guides, Adolpho and Clarissa, were wonderful. We spent our free time in Lucerne. Enjoyed lunch at the Nathan's. The lion monument was awesome! Not to be missed! A wonderful day!!”

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12.Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich Including Lake Lucerne Cruise

Discover Lucerne on this full-day Zurich trip with city sights and a scenic Lake Lucerne cruise. Enjoy guided highlights, free time, and stunning views for $119.56.

★ 4.0

“Our bus ride was comfortable and informative, and our guide was so helpful and kind. The cruise on Lake Lucerne was absolutely stunning, and you still have plenty of free time during the day to explore the city, eat lunch and do some shop”

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13.Zurich Highlights City Tour with Lake Cruise

Discover Zurich's highlights on this 3.75-hour guided coach tour, including Old Town, lakeside sights, and a scenic Lake Zurich cruise.

★ 3.5

“Lake cruise was good however inside the cruise specially in the 88’ F at noon was too hot and the cruise was actually a big boat which was part of public Mari s transportation in Zurich and for that reason it stops at 4 different…”

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14.Zürich Private Walking Half-Day Trip with optional Lake Cruise

Discover Zurich's highlights and hidden gems on this private 4-hour walking tour, with optional lake cruise, guided by knowledgeable locals.

★ 4.0

“Mike was fantastic. He was prepared to gain our interest in the sights and history of Zurich. He made each sight filled with 2 key takeaway notes. Always asked if he moved to fast or left info out. He even walked us to our dinner…”

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15.Zurich City, Lake Cruise and Chocolate (Private Tour)

Discover Zurich's highlights with a private guide, including a lake cruise, cogwheel train ride, Old Town stroll, and chocolate tasting—perfect for first-timers.

★ 4.5

“The attention to detail, making sure we got to see and do everything we wanted, the stories shared, it was an awesome time. We highly recommend this short but fun tour!”

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