Top 10 Historical Tours in Switzerland

Destination: Basel.
WineWeinVinoVin the leading specialist in exclusive wine tours to Alsace. We offer Free collection from your accommodation in either Colmar or Basel. Come with us and enjoy tasting fabulously exquisite wines from 3 small, unique artisanal world renowned winemaking families some of which date as far back as 1539. Experience the love, the passion and the tireless dedication of these artisanal producers and what makes these wonderful wines so unique and appreciated by wine lovers all around the world. On your private tour we will visit wineries that many other tour groups do not venture to. It is the exclusivity to these charming wineries that makes a wine experience with WineWeinVinoVin so unique. Strictly limited to between 2-6 people, so that you can enjoy the close interaction and personal attention in a small group. WineWeinVinoVin Wine Tour Company of the Year 2023+2024
Known For: Basel Historical Tours, Basel Shore Excursions, Basel Wine Tastings, Basel Day Trips, Basel Car Tours, Basel Private Sightseeing Tours, Basel Food & Drink, Basel Private and Luxury, Basel Ports of Call Tours, Basel Spring Break, Basel Port Pickup, Basel Half-day Tours, Basel Worry-Free Shore Excursion, Basel Top Product, Basel Wine Tours, Basel Bus Tours.
Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Lausanne.
The UNESCO Lavaux region is a site to behold. Dating back more than 1000 years, the region is renowned for not only its panoramic views of Lake Geneva but also its sought after wines. In this easy and fascinating walking tour**, you will discover the many stories, cultures and history of this region and sample wines from local winemakers. Hosted by Marc, a certified UNESCO World Heritage Guide, wine educator/sommelier and journalist, he will share many stories from amongst the vines. He will also discuss the art of wine-tasting and appreciation, whilst you uncover the enigma of Swiss wine. You'll leave with many memories of this iconic region. **For private/tailored or group tour enquiries up to 24 people, please reach out directly to operator Drink Moi.
Known For: Lausanne Top Product, Lausanne Spring Break, Lausanne Half-day Tours, Lausanne Walking Tours, Lausanne Food & Drink, Lausanne Wine Tastings, Lausanne Wine Tours, Lausanne Small Group, Lausanne Historical Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Zurich.
Explore the whole city center in 3.5 hours including hidden spots. Enjoy the history of Zurich from BC to the present day in anecdotes and legends. Taste region’s delights and make great photos with panoramic view. With local guide, learn about the development of the city, romans’ miracles and backgrounds of financial success. Immerse yourself in the life 2000 years ago and get to know, how do locals live now. Find out why Zurich can be considered as a city of 8 revolutions.
Known For: Zurich Likely to Sell Out, Zurich Half-day Tours, Zurich Private and Luxury, Zurich Historical Tours, Zurich Cultural Tours, Zurich Archaeology Tours, Zurich Small Group, Zurich Walking Tours, Zurich Likely To Sell Out, Zurich Excellent Quality, Zurich New Product.
Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Zurich.
The one and only Zurich Beer Tour! This tour will take you on a journey through the world of craft beer. You will taste different styles of beer and learn about the process and history of brewing. What to expect: - walking tour in the famous districts 4 + 5 of Zurich, starting at Zurich Stauffacher tram station. - a knowledgeable local guide, entertaining you with stories about beer, Zurich and its beer scene - learn about the history of beer and how it is made from an absolute beer expert. - tastings at hidden gem beer locations, this can include shops, bars and even microbreweries. - a minimum of eight 10cl tasters of totally unique beer styles - a cozy small-group tour of maximum 10 people Please note that our tour will be held in English if there is at least one guest who doesn't speak German. Please be aware that our tour starts at 18:45, but we recommend to arrive 10min earlier.
Known For: Zurich Food & Drink, Zurich Small Group, Zurich Historical Tours, Zurich Walking Tours, Zurich City Tours, Zurich Spring Break, Zurich Beer & Brewery Tours, Zurich Half-day Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Lugano.
During this private guided tour we will go from Milan to Verzasca Valley in Switzerland (one and half hour trip) to see Verzasca river in this part of Switzerland, the colour of the water of this river is fantastic, the river is considered the Seychelles of Switzerland. During the guided tour, you will see Swiss typical villages along the river then we will stop at Verzasca old bridge where we will go walking to the riverside. We will proceed to the end of the valley to a little swiss town to see a big waterfall. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only for you if you are a single tourist.
Known For: Lugano Day Trips, Lugano Full-day Tours, Lugano Excellent Quality, Lugano Private Sightseeing Tours, Lugano Historical Tours, Lugano Adventure Tours, Lugano Top Product, Lugano Walking Tours, Lugano Private and Luxury, Lugano Nature Walks.
Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Zurich.
Switzerland is internationally known for beautiful landscapes, quality products such as exquisite watches and delicious chocolates as well as for its professional financial industry. Bankers are sometimes referred to as the gnomes of Zurich because they discretely manage the assets of their clients thanks to the legendary banking secrecy. Listen to exciting stories about some of the most notorious clients (such as dictators, fraudsters and other criminals) of the gnomes of Zurich. The 90-minute walking tour takes you through the heart of the Swiss financial center. You will be accompanied by a very experienced compliance expert, who presents this topic in a compact and entertaining way.
Known For: Zurich Crime Tours, Zurich Seasonal, Zurich Private and Luxury, Zurich Historical Tours, Zurich Running Tours, Zurich Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Interlaken.
Join us for a wintery ride through paradise. Our guide will lead the way, heading out of Interlaken alongside the turquoise River Aare, with visits to the crystal clear lakes of Thun and Brienz. Along the way we’ll be stopping at Interlaken old town, some 12th century castle ruins and the traditional Swiss village of Bönigen. Oh… And did we mention the lakeside Swiss hot chocolate stop?
Known For: Interlaken Mountain Bike Tours, Interlaken E-Bike Tours, Interlaken Excellent Quality, Interlaken Nature and Wildlife Tours, Interlaken Historical Tours, Interlaken Small Group.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Bern.
This tour will take you to “The Top of Europe”, as you scale the highest railway station in Europe, the Jungfraujoch. This epic viewing platform offers unrivaled views of the Swiss Alps and access to world-class hiking trails. On the way down, you will discover the thundering Staubbach Falls, the pretty town of Wengen, and learn about the history and culture which define the Jungfrau region. Last but not least you will have the chance to explore bustling Interlaken, which was nicknamed “the pearl of the Alps” for its elegant architecture and stunning mountain views and enjoy Swiss chocolate locally produced.
Known For: Bern Historical Tours, Bern Rail Tours, Bern Full-day Tours, Bern Cable Car Tours, Bern Trolley Tours , Bern Top Product, Bern Day Trips, Bern Walking Tours, Bern Cultural Tours, Bern Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 8 hours and a half.

Destination: Lucerne.
Discover Lucerne on a two hours comprehensive city sight seeing walking tour covering all "must have seen" attractions. In addition explore the hidden spots of classic, medieval and modern Lucerne. See the Lion Monument, climb the Musegg Wall and Towers, admire the medieval houses and fascinating murals of the historical center and enjoy an inside visit of the Ritter Palace with its profound "Danse Macabre". Your tour starts and ends at your Hotel in the City of Lucerne. (On Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays and Special Events the Ritter Palace is closed and can be visited from the outside only. During the winter from November to March the Musegg Wall and Towers are closed and can be visited from the outside only)
Known For: Lucerne Private and Luxury, Lucerne Private Sightseeing Tours, Lucerne Culture, Lucerne Historical Tours, Lucerne Likely to Sell Out, Lucerne Likely To Sell Out, Lucerne Walking Tours, Lucerne Cultural Tours, Lucerne Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Lucerne.
Discover medieval Lucerne with your private guide on your Nightwatchman walking tour. Learn about the history of the Nightwatchman and see the illuminated attractions. You'll be told about the Legend of the Riot of Lucerne and will hear about ghosts, demons and witches. Imagine what it was like to live in Lucerne in the middle ages and get information about the law and order of that time. Your private Nightwatchman guide is dressed in medieval style and equipped with a traditional Swiss halberd. He will guide you through narrow streets and hidden places of the historic centre of Lucerne. The tour is surrounded by pictures presented with a projector, on iPad and on postcards.
Known For: Lucerne Private Sightseeing Tours, Lucerne Private and Luxury, Lucerne Culture, Lucerne Night Tours, Lucerne Walking Tours, Lucerne Likely To Sell Out, Lucerne Likely to Sell Out, Lucerne Excellent Quality, Lucerne Historical Tours.