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Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up

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8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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

  • Entrance fees to the Swiss National Museum Schwyz
  • Private transportation with Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Meals
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Meeting and Pickup

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Private Transportation in a luxury car or minivan. Be ready in the hotel lobby, or if you are coming from a flight, come out of the exit gate and see the driver waiting with your name card.

What To Expect

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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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
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2 hours • Admission Ticket 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
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket 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
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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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Q: Will I get seasick on Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: Will I get seasick on Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Entrance fees to the Swiss National Museum Schwyz.
  • Private transportation with Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • 2x 20 min boat trip on the lake of lucerne (Seasonal Mar-Oct).
  • 1 bottle of mineral water per person.
  • Fully guided by a English and German speaking Swiss tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Any Private Expenses.
  • Meals.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Wilhelm Tell Swiss History Tour with Hotel Pick-up will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Entrance fees to the Swiss National Museum Schwyz
  • Private transportation with Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 2x 20 min boat trip on the lake of lucerne (Seasonal Mar-Oct)
  • 1 bottle of mineral water per person
  • Fully guided by a English and German speaking Swiss tour guide
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Meals

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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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