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The clock tower, built in the 1300s, is a relic of Bern's earliest city fortifications. The hour has struck on the clock for more than 600 years. Here, time appears to stop still, and you'll find a refreshing sense of seclusion.
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On this 90-minute tour through Bern’s Old Town, your local guide will tell you about the city‘s eight centuries of history. On wet days, you can still enjoy this evocative location as the arcades provide protection.
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The Swiss Travel Pass is a must-have for any traveler to Switzerland. You can enjoy unrestricted access by public rail, bus, and boat to over 90 cities and towns and benefit from free admittance to 500+ museums, cheap city tours, and access to private and scenic trains with a pre-requisite seat reservation.
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The Bernese Hammam is housed in an octagonal building that once housed one of Switzerland's earliest gas boilers. For two millennia, people in the Far East have relied on the healing powers of the oriental bath. Enjoy a four-floor bathing experience.
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While riding the world-famous Glacier Express panorama train, you can go on your own self-guided tour. You'll take the Glacier Express train from Chur to Birg, and then return to the starting location.
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Enjoy a small-group tour of the Swiss capital of Berne, including round-trip transfers by air-conditioned minibus from either Zurich or Lucerne. Drive along picturesque roads through stunning landscapes and get a sense of the rural features of the Entlebuch Valley (Switzerland's first UNESCO Biosphere) and Emmental Valley.
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A private guide will accompany you on the well-known Glacier-Express-Train trip across the Canadian Rocky Mountains. From Chur to Brig, take a four-hour train ride over the Swiss Alps, going over 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels, and ascending to a height of about 7000 feet (2033 meters).
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This one-hour walking tour of Bern will give you a taste of the city's history, culture, and modern makeover. A private local guide is on hand to give this experience.
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Enjoy two-for-one deals in 11 Swiss cities: Basel, Bern, Geneva; Interlaken; Montreux; St. Gallen; St. Moritz; Zermatt; and Zurich with the Swiss Coupon Pass.
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The iPod audio guide is a form of personal tour guide. It will take you through the city, to Bern's most attractive sites, and tell you everything you need to know about this UNESCO World Heritage Site through words and pictures.
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In Bern, you can go on a self-guided scavenger hunt and walking tour where you have to solve puzzles and find clues.
Using a tour app on your phone, discover the sites of Bern at your own leisure, beginning and stopping whenever and wherever you please.
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To the tune of 4,500 CHF worth of discounts on everything from food and sightseeing tours to theme parks and UNESCO world heritage sites to Swiss castles, the coupon book includes 100 exclusive coupons good for 50% off everything from food and sightseeing tours to theme parks and UNESCO world heritage sites. The German and English versions of the Swiss Coupon Pass are also available for purchase.
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The Bernese Alps' Jungfraujoch, the "Top of Europe," is a 3,466-meter (11,371-foot) summit linking the four-thousand-foot peaks of Jungfrau and Mönch.
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Discover Zermatt, an alpine community encircled by high mountain peaks and the Matterhorn in front of you, with its unique chalet-style architecture. With the help of a guide, explore Zermatt's historic town and the Gornergrat mountain, which offers stunning views of the Matterhorn, with the help of a guide.
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Discover the capital of Switzerland, Bern, on this full-day tour starting from any acceptable location for you in Geneva. In 1983, Bern was designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site because of its fully preserved medieval character. Here, you will have some spare time to meander around the tiny alleys, view a number of fountains with sculptures, coffee shops, bookstores, and, of course, the renowned Clock Tower, or Zytglogge, which is one of the three oldest clocks in Switzerland.
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Learn the tale of the capital of Switzerland and its most iconic structures on a 2-hour walking tour of the historic city center.
See the huge Heiliggeistkirche (Church of the Holy Ghost) in the Old City (Altstadt), where the layout has remained intact for centuries. Walk along the Spitalgasse to arrive at the Baerenplatz, created during the 13th-century expansion. On the Bundesplatz, you can look at the government buildings and the Zyttglogge, which has the oldest clock in Switzerland.
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Find the most beautiful places in Bern and take some great photos to share on social media.
Take images of the most unusual sites in Bern, including the Paul Klee Centre, the Zytglogge clock, and the Bundeshaus.
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Meet the nice employees at Bern-Belp airport. After a short safety briefing, you will take a seat in the helicopter. The next 42 minutes will go by fast as you enjoy an exciting helicopter trip over the Bernese Alps and the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau summits.
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Your own tour guide will accompany you on the "Glacier-Express-Train," as it is known across the world. A return journey by rail and a four-hour panoramic bus ride from Chur to Brig are included in the ticket price.
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On a group excursion from Bern, see the Schilthorn, Bond World, and Piz Gloria. The Schilthorn may be reached through a system of cable cars from the valley bottom. From the platform, spectacular views of the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau mountains may be seen from the summit.
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Swap a day in Bern for a day in the Swiss Alps surrounding Lucerne with a private guide, and experience a journey that’s personalized for you. With transport from your accommodation and prebooked train and cable car tickets to explore with ease, this day excursion also includes a tour of Lucerne's old town, a cheese tasting at Engelberg Abbey, and free time on Mt. Titlis, where alpine sports await.
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Instead of worrying about logistics, take a trip on one of the world's most scenic mountain trains. As part of your journey, you'll receive a guidebook and a round-trip train ticket from Chur to Brig or Bern. Because of development, the Oberalp Pass and Andermatt will be easier to reach.
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Explore the towering Bernese Alps on a full-day, private excursion from Bern by rail and cable car. From the top of Schilthorn, you can see all of the Alps. From the terrace at Birg, you can do the dizzying Thrill Walk. You can also visit the interactive Bond World 007 exhibit, where you can eat lunch in a restaurant that moves around the peaks.
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This action-packed day excursion to "the Top of Europe," Staubbach Falls, Wengen, and Interlaken will take you right up to the Jungfrau. By pre-planning your trip from Bern, you'll have more time to enjoy the region's highlights, such as panoramic views from the Jungfraujoch cog railway, photo ops at Staubbach Falls, and free time to wander through the mountain town of Interlaken.
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Visit Zermatt, the home of the Matterhorn, and take a break from the hustle and bustle of Bern on this full-day excursion. The Gornergrat peak offers magnificent views of the Matterhorn, the Alps, and beyond, and is accessible by cogwheel train. Your local guide will help you learn about this historic mountain village. Getting to and from Bern Station is included in the ticket, so there are no surprises.
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Join a Lokafyer guide in Bern for a personalized walking tour that’s a new idea in travel. Exploring with a Bern resident is less like a standard tour and more like having a buddy to show you around, provide ideas about the city, and make tailored recommendations. From a pre-tour consultation via phone or chat through the walking tour itself, the entire experience is personalized for you.
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Discover the Swiss capital on this private 4-hour guided tour of Bern. Follow a private guide around lively Bern and have the opportunity to choose your own schedule. Take in prominent attractions such as the UNESCO–listed Old Town, the Rose Garden, the clock tower, or Albert Einstein’s residence. Explore secluded parks and look over the Aare River. Gain insight into Bern’s rich history and see the blend of antique and modern buildings. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your accommodation.
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Set in the foothills of the majestic Jura Mountains, the area of Neuchâtel offers tourists a heady combination of Medieval architecture, world-famous wine, and an Alpine landscape.
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Spend the day with a private tour in Zermatt, a picturesque alpine town, and learn about the famous Matterhorn. From Bern, you'll take a walk through a classic Swiss ski hamlet and hear stories about its enormous, but huge and formidable, mountain. Afterward, take a cogwheel train journey to Mt. Gornergrat to learn about the first-ever Matterhorn ascent. After taking in the scenery, head to the Zermatt museum to learn more about the town's rich climbing heritage.
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A personalized guide and pre-booked tickets are included in your Glacier Express experience. Travel from Bern to Chur by intercity train is ideal for people who wish to experience the Glacier Express but are apprehensive about the practicalities. Upon boarding the world-famous Chur train, you'll learn about the hilly terrain while taking in panoramic views of the region, which include its many bridges, valleys, and lakes. A three-course meal is also included.
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You've arrived in Bern, Switzerland's capital city! In addition to Switzerland's tallest cathedral, we will show you the medieval city center of Bern, which is home to a number of other churches, bridges, and Renaissance fountains. Peruse a collection of Renaissance-style arches and fountains that were originally built in the 1500s and rebuilt in the 1800s. Our tour of the city of bears includes a walk from the bear pit to the main street, which is both beautiful and peaceful. You could be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a bear family!
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Bern is Switzerland’s capital and is famed for its UNESCO-listed Old Town. This quick trip is great for first-time tourists or those short on time. Get to know the city in only one hour with a local guide to show you all the most iconic sites, as well as give tips on where to dine, drink, or shop in the city. See the Swiss Parliament Building, the Zytglogge clock tower, Bern Cathedral, and more.
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Perfect for first-time visitors to Bern, this small-group walking tour will take you to several of the city’s famous attractions—as well as its hidden nooks. Meet your guide in Bern’s Old Town, then go off by foot. Learn about the city’s history while you view sights like the Bern Cathedral, Bundesplatz (home to the Swiss government buildings), and Zytglogge (a medieval clock tower), and follow your guide to lesser-known sites, too.
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On this full-day trip to Schilthorn from Bern, you may take in views of Titlis and Mont Blanc while sipping on a shaken, not stirred cocktail. For those who want to get away from the people below, Piz Gloria's spinning restaurant is a great option, while the Birg Thrill Walk and cable car trip are good for admiring the mountains. Entrance fees and transportation from Bern Station are included in the price of your tour, so you won't have to worry about any surprises.
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Head into the Bernese Overland with a private guide and spend a day exploring Jungfraujoch, Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, the Staubbach Falls, and more. With transport included, the day-long excursion from Bern is packed with magnificent mountain scenery, cogwheel train rides, and abundant free time. After a journey on the Jungfrau train, you’ll check out the sights at Jungfraujoch’s summit level, a destination renowned as the "Top of Europe." Visit ice caves and observation terraces, and try your hand at exciting winter sports in the snow park.
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Swap the hustle and bustle of the city for a peaceful day in the Bernese Oberland. This private trip from Bern takes you to Aeschi Village, where you can enjoy views of Lake Thun and spectacular mountain vistas before continuing to Kandersteg, where you'll ride a gondola and take a short stroll to the mountain lake Oeschinen, where you can fish on a boat or from the shore. Afterward, there's time to see the Ricola Herb Garden.
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A must for a visit to Switzerland is Jungfraujoch—the Top of Europe in the Bernese Alps, linking the two four-thousander peaks, Jungfrau and Mönch, at an elevation of 3,466 metres (11,371 ft) above sea level. It’s part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch region, which belongs to the Unesco World Heritage Site.
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What are guided tours?
Guided tours are often all-inclusive group travel experiences guided by a local travel guide and following a predetermined schedule centered on a particular tourist attraction or local activity. Numerous sightseeing guided tours, skip-the-line tickets to major tourist destinations, group day/night trips, food/wine tastings, and even airport transfers are available.
Should I use guided tours on my vacations?
Explore and experience your destination like a local.
Find the hidden treasures! Tours to locations and activities you never knew existed are waiting for you.
Avoid scams and pay better prices
It’s best to book your guided tours in advance from the comfort of your own home, then enjoy your trip when you’re overseas on holiday.
I have a tight budget, can I still buy a guided tour?
Whatever your budget is, there is probably a guided tour out there for you with the large selection of guided tours available.
Save time, and Get the most out of your trip.
Use every minute of your trip! Memories aren’t made while you wait in line. BOOK AHEAD and avoid the long lines at the world’s best places.
When you have a tour plan, you know exactly what you’re going to do each day, so you don’t have to worry about any disappointment.
Check reviews before buying a guided tour
Overwhelmed with options and unsure about which guided tour to select? Determine which activities are most suited for you by checking out other user reviews
No risk to you. Free cancellation
For many of the guided tours, you can change your mind and cancel your booking without penalty up to 24 hours before the date of the activity. This is very helpful in the event your travel plans changes last minute
Meet people all over the world, make new friends on your next vacation
It’s wonderful to meet people from all around the world on your guided excursions!
Types of guided tours available for your vacation
Depending on the city you are traveling to, there are just about any guide tours and activities for everyone. There are outdoor guided tours, water activities, Nature routes, Music festivals, Local food tours, Workshops and Classes, Arts Performances, Hidden Gems exploration, beer or red wine drinking and tasting tours, special TV & Movies tours, romantic couple tours, kids’ activities, trips to Parks and Gardens, Island expedition trips, check out well-known landmarks, Museum guided trips and tickets, Airport transfer services, Memorials for you to explore to under the local culture and history, go up Towers & viewing platforms to get a birds-eye view of the landscape, shopping tours, theaters and auditorium, stop by ports and harbors, sightseeing cruise, bikes for rental, helicopter trips, ferryboat tickets, Jeep and SUV for rental, luxury yacht services and sailboat leasing.