Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up
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Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up is a 8.5-hour experience in Zurich, Switzerland, from $377 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- Duration
- 8.5 hours
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- $377 per person
If you want to learn more about Swiss history, then this tour is perfect for you. This is a private fully guided tour only for you! You will be picked up in your hotel or at the airport. You will drive safely and comfort
What you get
About this experience
If you want to learn more about Swiss history, then this tour is perfect for you. This is a private fully guided tour only for you! You will be picked up in your hotel or at the airport. You will drive safely and comfortable in a luxury car or van to the different historic places in Central Switzerland. Explore the Swiss National Museum in Schwyz and learn all about the history. Stop by the Victorinox Factory Outlet, where the famous Swiss Army knife is produced. Admire the paintings in the Tell Chapel and listen to the chimes of the bells from the carillon at the Tell platform. Enjoy a 20 min boat trip and discover the Rütli, where Switzerland was founded. Marvel at the memorial of Tell in Altdorf. Last but not least, visit the Memorial at Morgarten, where one of the biggest battles for independence of Switzerland took place. Your guide is local and experienced and will tell you stories and legends about the foundation of Switzerland.
What's included
Included
- Entrance fees to the Swiss National Museum Schwyz
- Private transportation with Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Fully guided by a English and German speaking Swiss tour guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 2x 20 min boat trip on the lake of lucerne (Seasonal Mar-Oct)
- 1 bottle of mineral water per person
Not included
- Any Private Expenses
- Meals
What you'll see and do
Zurich
Your personal tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and drive you in a luxury car or minivan to central Switzerland. The driving time is 60 minutes.
60 minutes here
Forum of Swiss History Schwyz
Explore the Swiss National Museum in Schwyz and learn all about the swiss history. The permanent exhibition "Origin of Switzerland. On the road from the 12th to the 14th century" shows the conditions under which the old Swiss Confederation was formed in the Middle Ages. The history of the origins of Switzerland is designed as an adventure trail that appeals emotionally to children and adults. An unusual spatial arrangement over three floors makes a visit to the museum an experience. (Closed on Mondays) Pictures Copyright: Forum Schweizer Geschichte Schwyz
120 minutes here · Admission included
Victorinox Factory Store
Discover the outlet which offers a high-quality range at reduced prices. For example, visitors to the factory outlet are offered world-famous pocket knives, business trolleys, perfume, fishing accessories, golf equipment, men's and women's clothing and many other products. Pictures Copyright: Victorinox
15 minutes here
Tellskapelle
The Tell's Chapel is located directly on the shores of Lake Lucerne. According to legend, this is where the Swiss national hero William Tell escaped from the Habsburg bailiff Gessler in the early 14th century after having to shoot an apple off his son's head with a crossbow. Four large murals in the chapel tell the story. However, a visit is not only worthwhile because of William Tell and the fantastic view over the lake. A few steps up the slope you will also find the largest carillon in Switzerland, which plays various well-known melodies every hour on the hour. Pictures Copyright: Erlebnisregion Mythen, Marc Risi, Angel Sanchez
60 minutes here
Ruetli
Enjoy a 20 min boat ride on the lake of Lucerne with a passenger ship and then walk up the hill to the Rütli. The Rütli is a historically significant mountain meadow in the canton of Uri. According to legend, the alliance of the three original cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden (now Obwalden and Nidwalden) was concluded on this meadow with the Rütli Oath. As the "cradle of Switzerland", the approximately six-hectare meadow has the character of a national monument. After about 45 min, you will return by the passenger ship and enjoy a wonderful view over the surrounding mountains and the lake.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Wilhelm Tell Monument
Visit the "Tell Monument" which is a memorial to William Tell on the market square in Altdorf, Canton Uri, Switzerland. The bronze statue by sculptor Richard Kissling was inaugurated on August 28, 1895 at the foot of an old tower. It shows the Swiss national hero with his crossbow and accompanied by his son. Pictures Copyright: Angel Sanchez, Wiege der Schweiz
30 minutes here
Morgarten Denkmal
Take a look at the Memorial at Morgarten and visit the Visitor Center. 2 km north of the battle site with the chapel, Morgarten House and Letzi Tower, the Morgarten Monument has been rising above Lake Aegeri for over a hundred years. On November 15, 1315, a band of Habsburg knights led by Duke Leopold was attacked by local people between the present-day villages of Oberägeri and Sattel and forced to retreat. They suffered considerable losses. This historical event was mystified as the Battle of Morgarten - the Confederates' first battle for freedom of Switzerland.
30 minutes here
Zurich
After this impressive visit of the battlefield and the memorial you will return comfortably in a airconditioned vehicle back to your hotel. The driving time is 60 minutes.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
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Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration includes the travel from meeting and pick-up to attractions to attractions.
- Copyright of the pictures: Erlebnisregion Mythen, Angel Sanchez, Forum Schweizer Geschichte Schwyz, Marc Risi, Wiege der Schweiz, Victorinox
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $377 to $499
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
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Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up: questions travelers ask
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How much does Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up cost?
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Prices start at $377 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Zurich usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up take?
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Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Zurich is not rushed.
Is Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Zurich, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Zurich can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Zurich and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Zurich within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Zurich?
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On Outty we rank every Zurich experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates, Private, excellent guided tour of Zurich (from CHF 21/pers.), Zürich Historic District Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Zurich?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Zurich?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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