Zurich Transportation Adventure: Cogwheel, Funicular & Boat Tour

8 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

Discover the city’s unique Transportation Modes: Explore Zurich’s highlights by train, funicular, cogwheel, tram & boat with optional scenic walks for a fresh perspective, guided by a local geographer.
Explore Zurich from different angles on this unique tour that combines ALL of the city’s iconic transportation modes. Whether you’re climbing up a hill by a cogwheel train, overlooking the city, riding a historic funicular to the university campus, or cruising on a boat across the lake, this tour combines secret perspectives of Zurich with the typical sightseeing highlights along the way.

More than 17 years of experience as a high school geography teacher allow me to offer you this tailored tour you won’t find in conventional guidebooks. This journey has been designed to showcase Zurich’s unique means of transportation while enjoying breathtaking views from surrounding mountains, exploring the old town, vibrant squares, historical landmarks, and learning local customs - enhanced by insights from my academic background in geography and natural sciences.

Join me, a passionate Swiss local, as we venture into both renown and hidden gems of my hometown for an unforgettable experience.
What's included?
    All tickets (with 24h-validity) for trains, trams, funiculars and boats
    Lake Cruise
    Possible adaptations according to your interests and needs.
    Personal guide Dave: Swiss local, qualified geographer & teacher
    Exclusions
    • Food & drinks
    Drinks and food can be purchased along the way, but you can also bring your own.
    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Animals or pets allowed
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Infant seats unavailable
    • Includes some walking
    • – Zurich HB mainstation: Official Meeting Point – Zurich Airport: in front of the SBB ticket counters – Winterthur mainstation: Official Meeting Point
    What to bring