What to do and see in Basel
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SIGHTSEEING IN AND AROUND BASEL
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2-hour guided walking tour in Basel
A local guide will show you various modern and historical buildings in Basel, as well as picturesque streets and landmarks. The tour includes the cathedral, the Barfüsser church, the Tinguely fountain and more.
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Customizable private tour of Basel
A local guide will show you around Basel. The tour program can be customized to match your interests. This walking tour takes 2 hours and can be extended to 6 hours. Public transport can be included on request. No need to miss any of the highlights on this tour!
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From Venice through the Alps to Paris in 6 days
You'll reach the Alps as you take a train from Venice to Bolzano. The next day you'll take the wonderful route across the Swiss National Park to St. Moritz. The Glacier Express to Zermatt is included too, as well as a visit to Jungfraujoch. The high-speed train to Paris marks the end of the journey.
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Ultimate Swiss Scenic Trains 7-day independent tour
Perfect for train and scenery lovers: all famous scenic train rides in one week. Of course you can book extra nights to enjoy the towns along the way. Starts and ends in Zurich, but can easily be started from anywhere in Switzerland.
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Holiday packages Bernese Oberland
Packages for a low-paced stay in the Bernese Oberland. You'll have one base and plenty of time for excursions. The train from the border/airport is included, as well as the hotel and a 50% discount on excursions. Offered by Jungfrau Tours, a Swiss travel specialist with 35 years of experience.
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Attraction type: Natural site;
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Scenic trip
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Interlaken (Bernese Oberland), Thun (Bernese Oberland), Basel (North-West Switzerland), Grindelwald (Bernese Oberland), Gstaad (Bernese Oberland), Brienz (Bernese Oberland), Bern (Region Bern), Zurich (Region Zurich), Geneva (South-West Switzerland), Wengen (Bernese Oberland), Mürren (Bernese Oberland), Lauterbrunnen (Bernese Oberland)
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Duration: 8 days
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Details & booking: Jungfrau Tours
REGIONAL HIKING SUGGESTIONS
City walk Basel
Enjoy the highlights of the historical city center and the river Rhine during this city walk in Basel.
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Town walk Olten
An easy short walk in the pretty center of Olten. Ideal if you're interested in seeing a typical northern Switzerland town that is not too touristy.
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Town walk Rheinfelden
Easy short walk in the historic town of Rheinfelden and along the river Rhine. You can make this an international experience by crossing the bridge into Germany.
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