After enjoying a range of refreshments airside, the group will participate in a two-hour guided tour of Zurich Airport, accompanied by an experienced tour guide.
The tour of Zurich Airport starts at Arrival 2. On the way to the security check, participants are provided with interesting information about the airlines, airport signage and much more.
The group will pass through the security check to the Airside Center and enjoy the refreshment package of their choice. The Airside Center is the passenger hub of the airport and was designed to resemble a wing. The large windows offer excellent views of the tarmac. The group can watch Aircraft docking or being pushed back for departure. The tour then moves on to the Transit Hotel and through the airport's Prayer Room. The latter is open to visitors of all faiths and denominations. In this area of the airport, visitors can also see how the Schengen and non-Schengen zones are separated and the guide will explain the passenger processes involved.
Afterwards, the group will take the Skymetro to Dock E, where they enjoy excellent views of a range of aircraft and the fascinating procedures of docking and pushback. Depending on the time of day, visitors may also be able to observe planes taking off and landing. On some occasions, they may be able to pay a brief visit to the tarmac via a passenger bridge, to witness the procedures at close range. The tour continues with a visit to the baggage sorting system, where the luggage is prepared for a flight. The pieces of luggage are sorted according to their bar codes and transported to the correct vehicles at an impressive speed on a conveyor belt of over 12 km in length.
The next stop is Observation Deck E with views of the runways, the de-icing pad and the Airport conservation area. Guests will again have the chance to watch planes taking off and landing and learn about the runway system in detail. To finish, the guide will accompany the group back to the main airport complex on the Skymetro. The tour ends back at Arrival 2.
Throughout the tour, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions. All of the guides at the airport have years of experience in flight operations and can answer questions expertly.
Guided Airport Tour with Refreshments for Groups
In addition to enjoying a range of refreshments, the tour group will visit the following:
- Airside Center, Schengen/non-Schengen zones, Transit Hotel, Prayer Room
- Skymetro to Dock E
- Baggage sorting system
- Observation Deck E