The natural wonders of Switzerland: private tour from Basel (1 day)
Description
Experience a private tour of Switzerland with a local Myswiss panorama guide. Start from Zurich and visit a mountain village near Schwyz with impressive views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps, a place Churchill and Queen Victoria already cherished. Continue to a charming village in the canton of Uri, where Mediterranean flair meets the majestic mountains. In Altdorf you will discover the historic birthplace of Wilhelm Tell. On the way to the Klausen Pass you will enjoy breathtaking views and later enjoy a traditional raclette in nature. In Linthal you will discover a hidden waterfall in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sardona. Finally, visit a renowned chocolate manufacturer in Bilten, where you can taste delicious Swiss chocolate. Enjoy a flexible tour of the most beautiful corners of Switzerland, tailored to your wishes.
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Itinerary
Pick up from your local Myswisspanorama Guide.
The private tour continues with a visit to a Swiss village in the canton of Uri, located directly on Lake Lucerne. A touch of southern flair comes with the palm trees, fig trees and vines. At the same time, the view of the imposing mountain peaks combined with the rushing water is simply fantastic.
We visit a historically important village next to Altdorf, where our national hero Wilhelm Tell was born (he shot an apple off his son's head). We will discover buildings that are almost 900 years old and can visit an incredibly beautiful church.
Onward journey and short walk to a waterfall in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The perfect opportunity for exceptional photos behind the waterfall. Time to enjoy. The waterfall can be reached in just 5 minutes. If it has rained the previous day, the way could be a bit slippery.
Diverse stops along the way to the Klausen Pass in the Swiss Alps. We will discover hidden valleys, glacial rivers and lookouts. A hike to our favourite village in Switzerland is also possible (about 2*45 minutes).
Drive to one of the most beautiful and unknown villages in Switzerland. In the background a waterfall crashes down the valley for about 100 meters. You can see the old traditional wooden chalets. A true powerhouse to rest and enjoy. And for photographers the perfect landscape for beautiful photos. Highest flexibility due to the private group. Enjoying the moment is in the foreground.
On request visit to one of the best chocolatiers in Switzerland, which is also very well known abroad. Here you can buy really cheap chocolate and sometimes saves more than 60% compared to the normal store. Usually you can also have a look at the factory. Unfortunately, this is not possible at the moment because renovation work is taking place.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
This is your special day and we want you to enjoy every second of it. That's why your educated local Myswisspanorama guide always picks you up from outside your hotel and brings you back there so you don't have to organize anything.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(18)
A lovely way to experience a beautiful country! Roland was very kind and tailored the tour to our interests. He made a delightful Swiss lunch for us. We had a fabulous experience & highly recommend this tour and company!
My friend and I had a wonderful day with Joshua as our tour guide! I enjoyed Joshua sharing all he knew about the country and getting to know him. He was fun and easy to talk to which made the day more enjoyable. Joshua took us to the beautiful town in Uri where the legend of William Tell lived and told us Tell’s story. Then we went on a beautiful mile hike nearby where I was able to even pet a goat. Then we drove up the nearby mountain and pulled off to the side where Joshua prepared a delicious Swiss lunch with a gorgeous view of snow peaked mountains. This was a day I’ll always enjoy looking back on and I look forward to visiting the country again one day!
Dear Bianca, Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are delighted to hear how much you and your friend enjoyed your day with Joshua and we’re glad you especially loved the local legends, the Swiss picnic lunch, the beautiful landscapes, and even meet a friendly goat! We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable moments in Switzerland! Warmest regards, Marc CEO and Co-Founder of Myswisspanorama/Private Tours Switzerland
We didn’t know what to expect other than a great experience, from the reviews. However, we got the “one of a kind one !! Our guide Manuel was not only the friendliest but also experienced tour guide: always making sure we were getting the best out of this trip! After looking at our thousands of pics, we still cannot believe what we saw! Every penny worth it.
We had a FANTASTIC time with our guide, Joshua, and the tour was amazing! We went to Lake Lucerne and Joshua took us to an wonderful viewpoint. We headed to the Alps and had a great Swiss picnic lunch by a stream. The countryside is beautiful and we throughly enjoyed the entire tour!
Dear Cindy, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your wonderful review you shared on Viator. It brings us immense joy to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your time with us, and Joshua was particularly delighted by your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Switzerland soon! Warm regards from Zurich, Marc Gottwald Co-Founder MYSWISSPANORAMA
Our tour guide did a great job of taking us to the most beautiful places in Switzerland and he very thoughtfully put together a picnic lunch which included a lot of vegetarian options. We were so delighted and would definitely recommend this tour!
Marc and his team are FABULOUS!! Where do I begin? Responsive, Accommodating, Flexible, Knowledgeable… our day began being picked up at the hotel and driving through smaller, historic villages. Then out for a walk into the most majestic scenery, where Marc had a picnic for us….. there are many tours to choose from and if we had more time we would have done more w/ Myswisspanorama!! THANK YOU for a most memorable day and vacation 😊😊😊😊
We have traveled many places and seen many things but this was one of the best days of our lives. Marc our guide brought us to the most spectacular views as well as quaint and colorful spots. He was passionate, articulate and knew exactly all the best places to see. Don’t miss this adventure
We had a great trip. Our tour guide was Joshua. He was fantastic. Although it rained, Joshua found a way to make sure our trip was memorable. We visited many beautiful, but hidden locations. We only had one day to spend in Switzerland and it was worth it.
My colleague and I were in Basel for a work conference and had one day to spare. I wanted to see the best of Switzerland in a day and also wanted to learn about the country/culture. Our guide Joshua picked up in the morning from our own hotels and took us to several amazing spots. These are all hidden gyms that only local knows. Joshua was super friendly and fun. On the road he told us stories, history about the country and a lot of interesting information. It’s exactly what I was looking for. If you want a personalized experience and travel like locals, this is your tour!
When my husband and I first inquired about this tour we let Joshua know that we only had one day in Switzerland and wanted to see as much as we could in areas that were more remote. He delivered exactly what we were hoping for and it was a great way to finish our vacation. He was very professional and responsive with all of our questions prior to us booking the tour and picked us up directly from our Viking cruise ship in Basel when we disembarked. We spent time at beautiful glacial lakes, scenic waterfalls, and villages where cars are not allowed. Joshua also had a beautiful picnic lunch prepared for us that we ate while watching Paragliders sail above us. One of the highlights was visiting two remote villages that were absolutely beautiful with views of the alps surrounding us. I can’t say enough about this trip and Joshua’s knowledge of the areas we visited. We would highly recommend this tour and Myswisspanorama!
