Private tour in Zurich Cynthia Elizabeth T
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Cynthia Elizabeth T.
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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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Zürich is Switzerland's "kleintropolis". That is what Max Frisch, a native author and architect, called this place: a small metropolis. Even though the city has grown substantially since Max's time, the description still fits! Come discover this cosmopolitan town filled with culture and history! Our walk begins at the edge of the old town. I'll lead you along the cobblestone streets and show you where the Romans and Carolingians settled. We will explore both the Niederdorf and the Bahnhofstrasse side of the Limmat River. You will see architecture from the medieval to the modern. In addition to the the guild houses, chocolate shops and churches you will notice there are a lot of fountains. Zürich started creating fountains in the Middle Ages to provide residents with water and never seemed to stop. We'll see and talk about them before ending the tour near Paradeplatz and Lake Zurich.
We have had dozens of guides in many different countries. Cynthia was one of the best ever. She is knowledgeable and personable. While she gave lots of information that was no "spiel." Having Cynthia as a guide (in Zurich, Bern and Basel) felt like being shown around by a friend. WE give her our highest recommendation.
Cynthia was excellent in taking me to where my Oma and Opa lived in Switz! Good information on the area, flexible options while on tour, and some cultural lessons. Very pleasant and special day for me!!!
Cynthia was wonderful. She was both very knowledgeable and very personable. We had a great time talking to her about Zürich. It was a pleasure to be with her and to listen to the many sites in Zurich.
She was the perfect guide for our group of six on our arrival day in Zurich. Tired after our overnight flight, her energy and enthusiasm really helped us. We learned so much! Highly recommend a tour with her in Zurich or in other cities.
We had an amazing time walking thru Zurich with Cynthia. She was knowledgeable, informative and very pleasant to be with.
Cynthia was a pleasure to spend the morning touring the old town in Zurich. She is very knowledgeable and figured out our interests very quickly and tailored the tour for us. We recommend her for any of her tours, she is knowledgeable, fun to be with, prompt and efficient!! Thanks Cynthia, we hope to see you again when we come back to Switzerland!
I will meet you in the lobby of your hotel (if it is located in the city center). We will begin from there and see as much as Zürich as possible during our time together. This is a private tour therefore you will determine the pace. The possibilities include: Zürich Hauptbahnhof (train station) Swiss Landesmuseum Bahnhofstrasse Urania Tower Lindenhof St. Peter's Church & Clocktower Roman Ruins Limmat River Rathaus (City Hall) Guildhalls New Market Square Haus zum Recht Former home of Vladimir Lenin Cabaret Voltaire (birthplace of Dadaism) Paradeplatz Grossmünster Church Sprüngli Chocolate Shop Lindt Chocolate Shop FrauMünster Church and Cloister Niederdorf Renweg Opera House Lake Zurich If you like we can skip some of the above sites and take a ride on the Polybahn to get an exceptional view of Zurich,, see the University and if you like the Locker of Albert Einstein - a former student.
Tell your guide which places matter to you, skip what doesn't, and tailor the experience for your group's needs. Not finding what you want? Message your guide to build something unique.
We will be on foot and cover about 3km (2 miles). Please wear comfortable shoes and be aware there are some moderate hills.
Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
Meet under the giant blue angel in the main hall of the Zurich main train station (Zurich HB). If you are staying in the city, I am happy to meet you at your hotel.
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