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Private tour in Basel Cynthia Elizabeth T
Christmas in Basel Tour: A 2 Hour Private Walking Tour
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Greetings Travelers! I am Cynthia and I have been guiding tours for many years. It would be my pleasure to assist you in your discovery of Switzerland. I have created by hand and foot tours in Zürich, Basel, Lucerne and Bern. I am a mother tongue English speaker with the knowledge and understanding of a local. I am also a history teacher, so I do enjoy discussing the past as well as the present. You will find my tours use a sense of humor to reveal facts, legends and local culture. I am happy to customize an itinerary to your interest and abilities, so please do not hesitate to make a special request. I believe there is always more to uncover than that which meets the eye. Allow me to help you discover more of Switzerland. I feel privileged to live in this beautiful land and would be honored to host your Swiss Expedition. Here are some of my credentials: University Degrees in Economics, History, and Education Experienced Professional Guide in Italy and Switzerland Member ASGT - Swiss Tourist Guide Association Certified Switzerland Travel Expert Swiss Travel System Excellence Expert Experienced and Certified Teacher of History and English Small business owner Volunteer First Aid Certified Certified Storyteller
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Discover Basel City
Overview of your Basel tour
This special tour is available from November 27 until 17 December. It is a combination of Basel's old town and the seasonal offerings. Here where the borders of France, Germany and Switzerland is a city that transforms into a Christmas wonderland. Considered one of the top Christmas Markets in Europe. The tour includes a visit to the markets at Barfusserplatz and Münsterplatz. Where you will find many of the Swiss traditional items of the season. Join me as we tour through the heart of Basel, containing a mix of medieval buildings and modern Swiss architecture. You'll hear about the city's legends, its history, and the people who shaped it. Along the way we will see some of the 155 stalls offering a variety of food, drink and products. You'll also find out about the city's reputation for art and humanism, starting with the publishing industry in the 1400s, and proudly continuing today with the international Art Basel.
Your Basel tour itinerary
Tinguely Fountain Intersection Fountain by Richard Serra Elisabeth Church Rittergasse Münster (Cathedral) Münster Pfalz Christmas Market Museum of Culture Münster Ferry Mittlere Bridge Les Trois Rois Hotel Laughing King Kunsthaus Rathaus (cityhall) Blue and White Houses MarktPlatz Freiestrasse Barfüsserplatz and Christmas Market Old University Spalenberg Klein Basel Each tour is unique, depending upon our pace and your preferences we may not cover all items listed above.
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Type: Walking
The main method of transport is our feet, so please wear comfortable shoes because walking is the optimal way to explore Basel.
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Basel, Basel City, Switzerland
Let‘s meet in your hotel lobby, if you are staying in the city center.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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