Private Trip From Zurich to Basel & Colmar
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- Special tour from Zurich to Basel and Colmar, two neighboring countries in one day trip.
- Join Switzerland Tour to visit one of the amazing cities in Switzerland and France.
- Private transfer exactly from your hotel or any other wished spot in Zurich.
- Enjoy the sightseeing of the splendid Basel, especially in the Old Town.
- Stroll along the Rhine River and inhale the fresh air.
- Continue your joyful day through the beautiful Colmar.
Description
By booking this unique journey, you will be able to visit two neighboring countries and compare them.
Switzerland-tour gladly offers you a discovery tour to Swiss Basel and Colmar in France during a private trip.
The driver-guide will take you from your hotel or any convenient destination for you in Zurich to start the journey direct to the "Cultural Capital" of Switzerland - Basel City.
Upon arrival, you can have an enjoyable walking tour, which is the best way to get acquainted with the real cultural part of this incredible city. Stroll to the Congress Hall and the Old Town (Altstadt) of Basel, which offers numerous activities, such as walking through the cobblestone streets and having a look on the artificial fountains.
At the center of the Old Town is situated Basel’s Town Hall (Rathaus), a red sandstone building with colorful paintings on it.
Next, the driver-guide will take you to one of your preferred museums, such as Tinguely Museum, home to the works of the innovative Jean Tinguely, Basel Art Museum (Kunstmuseum), where you explore the transformation of art over the time. Another option is one of the 40 internationally known museums, as per your preferences.
Instead, if you would like to have a boat trip on the Rhine River through the most charming details of this magnificent city, then we are eager to assist you in this case as well.
Basel is famous for its fine chocolates and sweets, especially “Basler Leckerli Biscuit”. Thus, by tasting some samples, you will proceed to the French part to Colmar.
This small city is showcasing the lifestyle of the whole Alsace Region. In each corner, there are eye-catching architectures, beautiful admiring sights. Like, the splendid Saint Martin Church, it is a Roman Catholic Church with Gothic architectural design, was also known as a collegiate church.
Surely, you will be amazed by the half-timbered houses dating back to the 16th century. Namely, you will visit Adolf house, considered as the oldest one in Colmar. Pfister house, the design of this house dates back to the Middle Ages with facade paintings displaying the emperors of the 16th century.
Little Venice “La Petite Venise” is also on the list of must-see destinations while visiting Colmar. Its name owes to the style of the lined-up houses on each side of La Lauch River, which remind us of the beautiful city of romance - Venice.
In the evening, you will be amazed by the originality of the lighting system of this city. Overall, your long fabulous day will end by a comfortable transfer back to the initial meeting point in Zurich.
- The package includes
- All Transfers in private modern vehicle
- Hotel pickup/drop off
- Snacks and Drinks on board
- Driver-Guide Service
- The package does not include
- Optional excursions
- Entry Fees
