The 6 Best Rhine Falls Trips

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

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

Leave Zurich at 1:15 pm by air-conditioned coach for Castle Laufen and the thunderous Rhine Falls, with an optional summer boat ride for CHF 12. Then stroll through Stein am Rhein, a medieval town lined with painted houses. Guides such as Francesca, Bjorn, Monika, and Cristian are noted for clear explanations and friendly service.

“This was my least favorite excursion from Zürich. It was a decent enough trip, just not as good as some of the others. The waterfall was cool, but that's really all there is to do...see the waterfall. The small village we went to afterwards was cool, but we didn't really spend much time there.”

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

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

Travel by air-conditioned coach from central Zurich through Swiss vineyards and farming villages to Rhine Falls. Your guide covers local history, Laufen Castle, and Schaffhausen’s Munot Fortress. Entry is included, while the seasonal boat ride costs extra. Guides may lead in English and Spanish.

“The view of falls from upper and lower sites. The guide was outstanding in picturing not only the falls but whole trip.”

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3.Black Forest and Rhine Falls Day Trip from Zurich

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

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Zurich into Germany’s Black Forest, stopping in Titisee-Neustadt for a cuckoo clock demonstration, lake time, and Black Forest cake. Then return to Switzerland for Rhine Falls. The seven-hour trip includes a guide and Drubba showroom visit, but food and the optional waterfall boat ride cost extra.

“The views on the bus ride, the town of Titisee, and the Rhine Falls were all amazing! We wish we would have more time at the locations, but definitely a recommended tour. Our tour guide tried his best, but unfortunately his English wasn't great, which did distract a bit from fully enjoying the experience.”

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4.Morning group tour to Rhine falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67

Ride an air-conditioned panoramic bus from central Zurich to Rhine Falls in about 45 minutes, then spend roughly two hours exploring viewing platforms, trails, and the river. Entrance is included, while the boat ride costs extra and may not operate in winter. Expect a small-group outing of up to 27 people with a driver-guide.

“Excellent experience Very good driver and tour guide Very knowledgeable, kind, down to earth, patience”

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5.Rhine Falls, Chocolate and cheese factory (KTZ373)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $154

Travel from Zurich to thunderous Rhine Falls, then return to the city before heading east to the Chocolarium and Appenzeller Schaukäserei. You get entry tickets, a driver-guide, chocolate tastings, cheese samples, and free time in Appenzell. Guides such as Thanasis and Tony have led this outing, but the assigned driver can vary.

“Excellent the trip to Rhine falls was breathtaking I highly recommend the extra excursion under the falls”

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6.Trip from Zurich to Germany’s Black Forest & Swiss Rhine Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Leave Zurich with a private English-speaking guide and spend about nine hours exploring Rhine Falls, Triberg’s waterfalls, and Lake Titisee. Guides such as Paul have earned high marks for friendly service and flexible pacing. Hotel pickup and drop-off keep the day simple, while the long drive and steep Triberg walk require some stamina.

“Our driver, Paul is excellent driver and guide. We have nice chat along the drive to the destinations. He is very experience guy who explain all great sights and scenes to us. Appreciate to have him as our driver and guide.”

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