From Zurich: Private Trip to Liechtenstein and Heidiland

Old Town, Rapperswil, Zurich



Admire medieval castles and cathedrals and experience the best of 2 countries on this full-day tour of Liechtenstein and Swiss Heidiland.

Heidiland and Liechtenstein Day Trip from Zurich

This full-day tour departs from Zurich and suits travellers interested in Swiss countryside, medieval castles, and cultural landmarks.

Highlights

  • Explore Johanna Spyri's Heidi story locations
  • Visit Rapperswil Castle and its rose garden
  • Get your passport stamped at Vaduz Tourism Office
  • Admire Walensee lake on the return journey to Zurich

Description

Start with hotel pickup in Zurich and travel to Rapperswil Castle, where you can see over 600 varieties in the Rose Garden. Next, cross into Liechtenstein to visit Vaduz Castle, the Cathedral of St. Florin, Government House, and City Hall.

At Vaduz Tourism Office, you can obtain a Liechtenstein passport stamp for CHF 3.00. Optional stop includes Gutenberg Castle in Balzers with panoramic town views.

Continue to Swiss Heidiland, named after Johanna Spyri’s classic Heidi. Walk the Heidi Path through the village to see scenes from the book and visit the authentic Heidi House. The tour concludes with return to your Zurich hotel.

Includes

  • Meet and greet at hotel lobby
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver-guide
  • Private modern vehicle with Wi-Fi
  • Vaduz Tourism Office passport stamp (CHF 3.00 fee applies)

Excludes

  • Heidi House Marketplace expenses
  • Professional guide services

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking tip

Wear comfortable shoes for walking the Heidi Path and bring a passport if you want the Vaduz stamp. The best time to visit is late spring to early autumn for mild weather and full garden bloom.

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes visits to Rapperswil Castle and its Rose Garden, Vaduz in Liechtenstein with its castle and cathedral, and the scenic Walensee on the return.
The tour departs directly from your hotel in Zurich.
Yes, you can get your passport stamped in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and appeals to those interested in history and nature.
It is a full-day tour, typically lasting around 8 to 10 hours.
The tour visits Rapperswil Castle, Vaduz Castle, the Cathedral of St. Florin, and Government House in Vaduz.
Liechtenstein is part of the Schengen Area, so visitors with a Schengen visa can enter; check your visa requirements before booking.
The tour description does not specify meals; check the tour provider’s details for meal options.
Private trips often allow customization; confirm with the tour provider for specific options.
Spring to early autumn is ideal for enjoying the Rose Garden in Rapperswil and outdoor sights, but check local conditions before booking.

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