Top Basel Day Trips

Swap the bustling city for an Alpine adventure on this full-day tour to Zermatt from Basel. See traditional Swiss chalets as you explore the mountaintop town, then ascend to the Gornergrat Ridge by cog railway for views of the iconic Matterhorn and beyond. Benefit from your local guide’s insider knowledge and avoid hidden costs with your train pass included in the price.

Experience Pilatus’s famous Golden Round Trip on this full-day tour from Basel. Start off on a cruise across Lake Lucerne, then embark for a ride on Europe’s highest cogwheel railway. At the top, soak up sweeping panoramas of the Alpine landscape before descending via cable car. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your local guide throughout and avoid hidden costs with all transportation—including your train return to Basel—covered.

Enjoy the Swiss mountains and lakeside views on a day trip from Basel to Lucerne. With a private guide, you’ll travel by train to the idyllic lake city that’s loved for its alpine scenery. Take an hour-long cruise around Lake Lucerne, then travel up the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to the peak of Mt. Pilatus. After some time to explore the summit, you’ll return to Basel, enjoying gondola, bus, and train rides along the way.

Gain a comprehensive overview of one of Switzerland’s must-see cities one this full-day tour to Lucerne from Basel. Start off on a walking tour of the old town, taking in sights such as the Chapel Bridge and city walls, and learn more about its history from your local guide. Afterwards, unwind on a Lake Lucerne boat cruise, soaking up Alpine panoramas before heading back to Basel on your included train ticket.

Towering over the city of Lucerne like a monument to the Swiss wilderness, Mt. Pilatus is a must-visit for nature lovers. This stunning massif boasts several stunning peaks, set within a playground of soaring rock faces, lush rolling valleys, and a network of meandering emerald lakes. The tallest peak in the group, Mt. Pilatus, reaches a heady 2,132 meters above sea level and is beloved by visitors for its sensational views over the region. We'll take you to the heart of the sights, with opportunities to explore the Lake of Lucerne, Pilatus summit, and ride the famous dragon aerial cable cars.

Explore Basel’s historic Old Town, hear stories from the dim and distant past and discover what makes the city special on this 2-hour Basel walking tour. Follow a guide through Basel’s pretty Old Town and gain insight into its 15th-century history. Take in top city attractions such as Basel Minster, the Barfüsserkirche, City Hall, the Museum der Kulturen and Tinguely Fountain. Along the way, admire the city’s bold and modern architecture, and see how the centuries have shaped the Basel of today.

Ditch the beaten path and tourist traps and discover Basel through the eyes of a local. This private and personalized tour is customized to your interests so you'll discover parts of Basel that most tourists miss and gain the local insight you need to have a truly authentic experience in the city.

Get an insider’s outlook on the art, architecture, culture, and heritage of Basel with this whistlestop private tour—an ideal pick for travelers short on time. Save hours of research time and let a private guide show you Basel’s best-loved architecture—such as Basel Minster cathedral, as well as the city’s magnificent artwork. During the tour, enjoy insightful commentary about the city’s history and top landmarks.

Explore the cultural capital of Switzerland with a private tour of the Basel city highlights. Skip the hassle of navigating the city streets on your own and follow your guide as you explore the Kleinbasel district along the Rhine River and the old buildings and narrow alleyways of Grossbasel. You’ll learn about the history and culture of this city from you guide and get ideas where to dine and what to do with your remaining time in Basel.

Get the most out of your time in Basel by heading off on an adventure to see the spectacular natural wonders of Mount Pilatus and Lake Lucerne. Instead of wasting time organizing tickets and transport—this convenient private tour sorts everything out for you, including train tickets, a Lake Lucerne cruise, and a private guide to show you around.

There’s a lot to see in Alsace, so leave the itinerary to an expert with this private wine tour from Basel. Offering a half- or full-day trip with a personal touch, the experience is planned around you, but typically includes visits to a selection of family-owned wineries in the Alsace or Baden-Württemberg regions. You’ll learn about viticulture, have time for questions, and, of course, taste prestigious wine as you go.

Experience our top-booked Myswisspanorama private tour now also from Basel - 100% customizable to fit your wishes and dreams. Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Swiss Alps on a day tour to the Jungfrau Region. Discover Lauterbrunnen and the valley of 72 waterfalls, take a cable car ride to Mürren and do an easy walk to Gimmelwald for stunning views. Explore charming towns like Iseltwald or Grindelwald, and finish off with visiting Interlaken. Treat yourself to an unforgettable day filled with natural beauty, sightseeing and culinary delights.

Take one of Europe’s most scenic rail journeys on a private full-day Glacier Express train tour from Basel. Enjoy a round-trip journey by train and spend hours on the panoramic coach from Chur to Brig passing wide valleys, mountain gorges, and wooden villages. According to your preferences, a short walk around in Chur or Brig with your private guide can take place.

Reaching the 11,000 foot-tall peak at Jungfraujoch, known as the “Top of Europe,” is no easy feat, even with the help of cable cars and railways. Streamline your ascent—and make the most of your time—on this full-day private trip to Jungfraujoch from Basel, including tours of two mountain towns along the way.

Visit Mt. Titlis in the heart of the Swiss Alps at 3,238 metres (10,623 ft) above sea level. You travel on a stunning cable car ride from Engelberg, which takes you to the all-year snow. Thrill your day with a walk on the highest elevation suspension bridge in Europe and a ride on the Ice-Flyer over the glacier. Speed up while sitting on tyre and racing down the hill at the snowtube-park.

On this tour you will get to see a beautiful panoramic view from Mount Rigi over Lake Lucerne, Lake Zug and the Alps of Central Switzerland. With a bit of (weather) luck, there's even a chance to see the Schwarzwald Mountains in Germany. Switzerland has been European Champion for many years - in terms of distance traveled by train by its residents. Public transports in Switzerland are very comfortable and reliable, that's why many Swiss people move around the country using public transports. On this tour you will also get the experience of using one of the best railway networks in the world.

Explore the undulating Alpine landscape with ease on this full-day private tour of the Bernese Oberland, with round-trip transfer via air-conditioned minivan from your Basel hotel. Sit back and soak up the views as you cruise around the region’s best spots, or customize your schedule to suit your personal preferences, with insider tips provided by your local guide.

73 Alpine peaks and countless lakes ensure a unique and unforgettable all-round view at Mt. Pilatus which is located outside Luzern. The tour off-season (Oct-May) takes you from Basel to Luzern and then just 10 minutes outside the city center to Kriens, where you travel by panoramic aerial cableway on a scenic ride to Mt. Pilatus. Numerous attractions and two restaurants await you on Mount Pilatus. Or enjoy the time on the large viewing terrace. After returning from Mt. Pilatus, enjoy the tranquility of the water and the grandeur of the mountains on a one hour catamaran lake cruise from Luzern to Kehrsiten and back to Luzern. This tour operates only from October to May, when the cogwheel train to Mt. Pilatus does not operate and replaces the well known "golden round trip".

People do not just want to see nature - they want to understand it (Marc Gottwald, co-founder of Myswisspanorama) Discover the most secret natural wonders of Switzerland in the heart of the Alps, led by an environmental expert. It is incredible what a density of natural wonders in such a small space were created. Forget about everyday life and immerse yourself in a unique nature with wild waterfalls, green-blue glacier lakes, beautiful views of the Alps and biodiversity hotspots. Unique insider spots in Switzerland, which even most Swiss do not know.

Take a break from the bustling streets of Basel and enjoy an unforgettable day in the Bernese Alps with a private tour of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. Visit the summit of Schlithorn, famous for its with its panoramic revolving restaurant featured in the 1969 James Bond movie On Her Majesty's Secret Service. Enjoy a James Bond movie exhibition and experience the "James Bond thrill walk" on the summit, while also taking in fantastic panoramas of the Swiss Alps.

A true treat for the senses, this cheese and chocolate escapade lifts the curtain on the backstage world of cheese and chocolate production in Switzerland. Our adventure begins in the medieval village of Gruyères, famed for the nutty, semi-hard cheese which shares its name. Discover ramshackle 15th-century homes, meandering cobblestone alleys, and one of Switzerland’s crowning glory: the magnificent Castle of Gruyères. Treat your tastebuds to a local dairy, where highly-skilled cheesemakers will teach us how to make Gruyères. Sample the iconic cheese fresh from the wheel, and discover the rich history behind the recipe. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a visit to the legendary Cailler Factory, the birthplace of Swiss chocolate. Discover why Cailler chocolate is considered the creamiest in Europe, and watch chocolatiers practicing their art.

Explore a landscape of rock and ice on a private tour from Basel to Mount Titlis, traveling by scenic train and an innovative rotating gondola. Since a personal guide will coordinate the transportation—including multiple trains and the gondola—you’ll be free to enjoy the dramatic scenery. The day is yours to customize: Try local specialties in a restaurant with panoramic windows, play in the snow, and more.

This tour allows customers arriving from Basel by River boat, several options to choose from when visiting Switzerland. Choose from Zurich, Switzerland`s busiest city, the capital Bern, the gem of Luzern and even Basel on the Rhine itself. Basel will involve the old town and the cathedral, Luzern the wooden bridge and the Lion Monument, Zurich the Frauen and Gross Munster and Bern the clocktower and the Bear Enclosure. Or go via nature and visit Mount Pilatus and the Lake Luzern region, the Bernese Oberland and Interlakien, Lauterbrunnedn or Grindelwald, the Rhinefalls or other stunning nature spots in Switzerland. There are several to choose from. The idea is that you can select where you want to visit or perhaps think of extending your trip by few days. Feel free to get in touch and discuss your trip.

If you in Basel and fancy a trip north to Germany`s highest waterfall and see the iconic Black Forest, this is the trip for you. We will cross the border and then cross the border into Germany and drive to up to Triberg and the tallest falls. We will be checking out the local culture and no doubt sampling some local food and for sure sampling some Black Forest gateaux !!