Basel Private & Small Group City Tour: Highlights And Hidden Gems
Overview
Small group option is up to 10 persons. Private option includes as well the pick up from your accommodation if needed.
Explore Basel with a local guide on this engaging walking tour, offering personalized commentary and a deep dive into the city’s rich history and culture.
During your tour, you’ll visit iconic landmarks like the Basel Munster, the lively Market Square, and the stunning Town Hall. Wander through the charming cobblestone streets of the Old Town, discovering hidden gems like the Tinguely Fountain, Middle Bridge and the scenic St. Alban district.
Our local guide will tailor the experience to your interests, whether you’re keen to explore art, history, or Basel’s unique atmosphere. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Basel’s top sights and local treasures on a tour with a local!
• Learn about Basel’s history, culture, and hidden gems
• Personalize the tour to fit your interests
• See highlights like the Basel Munster, Market Square, and St. Alban district
What's Included
- Pick up at your accommodation if Private option is booked
- Local traditional biscuit tasting (if available)
- Walking Tour with a local
- Local guide
- Entrance fees (to any particular attraction)
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “3 hours Private Tour”.
For the Small Group Tour option - meeting point is at the entrance of Basel Townhall (red building) at 10 AM. For Private Tours - pick up is included and different starting times are available. Please make sure to confirm your preferred option in advance to ensure a smooth and timely start to your tour!
For the options “Small Group Tour” and “2 Hours Private Tour”.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Customers undertake all activities at their own risk. The Tour Operator's liability is limited to the tour price, including for direct damages caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. Liability for slight negligence, auxiliary persons, consequential damages, and lost profit is excluded.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Basel Private & Small Group City Tour: Highlights And Hidden Gems?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (CET).
- Pick up at your accommodation if Private option is booked.
- Local traditional biscuit tasting (if available).
- Walking Tour with a local.
- Local guide.
- Entrance fees (to any particular attraction).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Basel Private & Small Group City Tour: Highlights And Hidden Gems is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Basel Private & Small Group City Tour: Highlights And Hidden Gems will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon 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!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Pick up at your accommodation if Private option is booked
- Local traditional biscuit tasting (if available)
- Walking Tour with a local
- Local guide
- Entrance fees (to any particular attraction)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Customers undertake all activities at their own risk. The Tour Operator's liability is limited to the tour price, including for direct damages caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. Liability for slight negligence, auxiliary persons, consequential damages, and lost profit is excluded.
