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I wouldn't prefer one boat trip over the other. Just pick the one closest to your base town. The scenery is great everywhere, and the boats run just as punctually as the trains.

Annika, MySwissAlps

Must knows about boat trips

  • Spontaneous boat trips are no problem at all. Reservations are not required.
  • Most rail passes include free lake cruises.
Boat Lake Maggiore

A boat departing from the Brissago islands in Lake Maggiore.

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Boat trip Lake Lucerne

Take a cruise at Lake Lucerne and enjoy the Alps while having lunch or sunbathing.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Lake;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Boat trip Lake Thun

Enjoy the views while relaxing on the boat on beautiful Lake Thun.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Lake;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Thun (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Boat trip Lake Geneva

Explore the largest lake of Switzerland by boat.

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Boat trip Lake Zurich

Take a short or full day cruise to see Zurich and surroundings from the water.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Lake;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Gotthard Panorama Express

An impressive train and boat journey across the famous Gotthard route.

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Boat trip Lake Brienz

Beautiful Lake Brienz is sandwiched between high mountain walls.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Lake;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Brienz (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Boat trip Lake Lugano

Enjoy southern Switzerland from the water. A boat trip is a relaxed way to see the green mountains and picturesque villages in the Lake Lugano region.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Lake;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Lugano (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Boat trip Lake Maggiore

Explore southern Switzerland and northern Italy by boat. Enjoy the green mountains, palm trees, wonderful villages and pleasant Mediterranean climate.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Lake;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Boat trip Basel

A boat trip on the Rhine in Basel or to Rheinfelden.

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The Ticino region in one day

Don't have much time, or looking for an introduction to the Ticino region? This one-day trip to Lugano and Locarno makes sure you won't miss the best spots.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
    Natural site, Lake;
    Culture, Monument;
    City tour;
    Scenic trip, By train;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino), Lake Lugano (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Brissago Islands

Take a boat to a unique island with a subtropic climate and wonderful gardens.

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  • Attraction type: Scenic trip, By boat;
    Natural site, Lake
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Lausanne to Chillon Castle scenic round trip by boat

Boat tickets from Lausanne to Chillon Castle and back. This is a scenic journey along vineyards and mountains. You can optionally pay a visit to the castle.

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Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Guided "Golden Round Trip" to Mount Pilatus from Zurich (summer)

The day starts with a bus ride to Lucerne and time to explore the town on your own. Next, your guide takes you to the Pilatus by cable car. After enjoying the views, you'll be taken to the cogwheel train down to the valley. Finally there's a scenic boat ride to Lucerne and a bus ride back to Zurich.

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  • Attraction type: Scenic trip, By boat;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By train;
    City tour
  • Escort: mix of guided/not guided
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
  • More ways to book: GetYourGuide
Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Guided walk in Lucerne and a boat ride

A local guide takes you to the historical town center, including the Chapel Bridge and the castle (Château Gütsch). A 1-hour boat ride to see Lucerne and the mountains from a different perspective is included as well. This small-group tour takes about 3 hours.

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Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Geneva city tour by bus, tram, boat and on foot

3.5 hour guided tour along Geneva's famous fountain, the Old Town, the flower clock, and onto the lake during a cruise.

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Quick tour of Zurich plus boat ride on Lake Zurich

The tour starts with a short bus ride along the most important landmarks of Zurich. The bus continues to the pretty little town of Rapperswil. After the guided tour in town you'll board the boat for the relaxed 2-hour journey back to Zurich.

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  • Attraction type: Scenic trip, By boat;
    City tour
  • Escort: guide
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Classic summer round trip to Mount Rigi & Lucerne from Zurich

The day starts with a bus ride to Weggis, where you board to cable car to Rigi Kaltbad. Then you'll take the cogwheel train up to the summit of Mount Rigi. You'll travel down to Vitznau by train, and to Lucerne with a a scenic boat. After exploring the town, the bus takes you back to Zurich.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By train;
    Scenic trip, By boat;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
    Scenic trip, By train;
    Scenic trip, By bus;
    City tour
  • Escort: mix of guided/not guided
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
  • More ways to book: Tiqets, Expedia
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Full day to Lucerne with lake cruise from Zurich

The day starts with a scenic ride to Lucerne. You'll get a guided tour of the old town center, free time to spend on your own, and a 1-hour boat ride on the lake.

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  • Attraction type: City tour;
    Natural site, Lake;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: mix of guided/not guided
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Lucerne and Bürgenstock day trip from Zurich

Your guide will take you on a comfortable coach ride to the historical city center of Lucerne. After a photo stop, you'll have time to explore the city on your own, and to make your way to Bürgenstock by boat and funicular. You'll return to Lucerne the same way to board the coach back to Zurich.

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  • Attraction type: City tour;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: mix of guided/not guided
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
  • More ways to book: GetYourGuide, Expedia
Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Full day Geneva and Annecy tour with boat ride

A full day with guided walking tours of Geneva and Annecy, as well as an optional Lake Geneva boat ride.

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Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Lake Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux and Chillon castle from Geneva

You'll first be transported to Lausanne, Vevey and the Lavaux. Next, you'll travel to the Chillon Castle by boat and get a guided tour there. In Montreux you'll have some free time to enjoy the town. The day ends with a bus ride back to Geneva.

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  • Attraction type: Scenic trip, By bus;
    Scenic trip, By boat;
    Culture, Monument;
    City tour
  • Escort: mix of guided/not guided
  • Region: Geneva (South-West Switzerland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Mount Rigi and Lucerne winter day trip from Zurich

The day starts with a bus ride to Weggis, where you board to cable car up to Rigi Kaltbad. Then you'll take the cogwheel train up to the summit of Mount Rigi. You'll travel to Vitznau by train and to Lucerne with a scenic boat ride. After you've explored the town, the bus takes you back to Zurich.

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  • Attraction type: City tour;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By train;
    Scenic trip, By train;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
    Scenic trip, By bus;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: mix of guided/not guided
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

3-in-1 tour in Zurich with cable car ride and lake cruise

In about 5 hours, you'll see Zurich from many different angles. A local guide will walk you through the beautiful old town. You'll also make a lake cruise and board the cable car to viewing point Felsenegg. All tickets and transportation are included!

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top;
    Scenic trip, By boat;
    City tour;
    Culture
  • Escort: guide
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

'CH' tour in Lucerne: cheese, chocolate, the Chapel bridge and Chateau Gütsch

You'll spend an hour in the old town of Lucerne, learning about the Chapel bridge and tasting chocolate and cheese. Then you'll ride up to the Gütsch castle with great views over the city and the lake, which adds another hour. A boat cruise can be added if you want.

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  • Attraction type: City tour;
    Culture;
    Scenic trip, By boat;
    Natural site, Mountain top
  • Escort: guide
  • Region: Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Luxurious Swiss honeymoon day from Zurich

During this luxurious honeymoon day from Zurich you'll visit the Aeschbach Chocolate company, make a cruise over Lake Lucerne and relax in a private spa in Weggis along the lake. Personal transportation is at your disposal.

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