Heidiland and Liechtenstein Tour from Zurich

On this tour discover lush green forests and quaint villages set against the backdrop of the magnificent peaks of the Swiss Alps in Graubünden Maienfeld, Switzerland.

Follow your tour guide and stroll along the cobble stone streets seamed by half-timbered houses on your exploration of Rapperswil-Jona, a medieval town in Switzerland.

Meet Heidi and young goatherd Peter, the famous characters of one of the best-selling books ever written, on your Heidiland tour starting from Zürich, Switzerland.

Zurich historical Limmatquai with Grossmünster

Equestrian statue of Hans Waldmann at Münsterbrücke in front of the Grossmünster ("great minster"), a Romanesque-style Protestant church in Zürich, Switzerland.

Explore rustic farmhouses and lush meadows on the way to Liechtenstein through scenic Heidiland in Graubünden, Switzerland.

Travelers stretch their legs on a nature walk and relish the natural Swiss alpine air.

Follow the footsteps of Heidi, the protagonist in Johanna Spyri’s world-renowned children novel, and visit the true-to-original Heidihaus in Maienfeld, Switzerland.

'Authentic Heidi House' Museum entrance optional

Antique objects like this vintage bedpan and chamber pot paint a picture of the simple and often harsh life in the Swiss Alps centuries ago.

A little view into the Heidi House Museum (entrance optional)

Imagine how Heidi and her grandfather sat on his sledge, flying down the snow-covered mountain pasture and check out the antique wheelchair Clara, and another Heidi book character, used to move around

Duration7h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 60 travelers

Overview

Immerse yourself in a world of mountains and valleys, alpine lakes and meadows, waterfalls, gorges, caves and fascinating scenic reserves on a guided coach tour to Heidiland. Your full day tour includes a city tour of Zurich, Rapperswil's Old Town, the Toggenberg region and Principality of Liechtenstein.

What's included

WiFi on board
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle

Food & Drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Heidi House Admission Fee (optional visit)

What to expect

Check in for your tour at the bus terminal Sihlquai and board the coach.
The journey begins with a round trip along the most important sights of Zurich.
Rapperswil Rose Gardens
1h 15m

Along lake Zurich you will then travel to Rapperswil and visit the castle with its rose garden and the deer park. You will also have some time at leisure to stroll through the picturesque Old Town.
Vaduz
40m

In Vaduz, the capital of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein you will have more time at leisure. A visit to the Post Office is recommended; the famous stamps from this tiny state are coveted worldwide by philatelists and amateur stamp lovers alike.
Heididorf
40m

After a drive through the Rhine Valley we finally arrive at Maienfeld, the setting for the Heidi stories. In the summer months you visit Heidi's village. A pleasant short walk leads to a collection of typical mountain houses, a village shop, and of course lots of little goats. Entry into the authentic Heidi House is optional.
Zurich

A beautiful trip back to Zurich along the banks of Lake Walen, guarded over majestically by the Churfirsten mountain range brings to a close this most nostalgic of Swiss tours.
Werdenberg
30m

Please note - in wintertime, you'll visit the quaint Swiss village of Werdenberg instead of Heidi's village.
Pass by

Then after crossing the Ricken Pass with its panoramic views of the Alps we reach the lovely Toggenburg region whose pretty hill and valley scenery is perfect chocolate box material!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Sihlquai bus station is located 200 meters behind Zurich main station (HB). IMPORTANT: If you are using GPS, please enter 'Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich'. At the bus station there is a wooden/green building where we have a check-in counter marked 'Meier Tours - Gray Line Sightseeing’.

End point

The Sihlquai bus station is located 200 meters behind Zurich main station (HB). IMPORTANT: If you are using GPS, please enter 'Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich'. At the bus station there is a wooden/green building where we have a check-in counter marked 'Meier Tours - Gray Line Sightseeing’.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note Heidi's Village is closed during the winter months (November to March). You'll visit the quaint Swiss village of Werdenberg instead

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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