Day Tour from Zurich: Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus
Explore Lucerne's beauty and conquer Mt. Pilatus, Switzerland's legendary mountain. Marvel at stunning scenery and ride the world's steepest Cogwheel railway. Unforgettable adventure awaits!
- Explore the birthplace of Swiss legends and myths at Mt. Pilatus
- Embrace a panoramic view of Mt. Pilatus on the aerial cable car
- Visit picturesque Lucerne and ride a cruise on the Lake of the Four Cantons
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Day Tour from Zurich: Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus
What's included in Day Tour from Zurich: Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Depart from Zurich and explore the scenic town Lucerne
Venture out to the mystical Mt. Pilatus
Ride on the cable car to reach to the top of Mt. Pilatus
Indulge in a heart-lifting alpine view on the mountain top
Experience a unique ride on the world's steepest Cogwheel railway
— What You Can Expect —
Embark on a captivating day tour to Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus, where natural beauty and cultural charm combine. Begin your adventure in Lucerne, a picturesque city nestled by Lake Lucerne and embraced by majestic mountains. Immerse yourself in its rich history as you explore the iconic sights, including the Chapel Bridge, old town, and Jesuit Church.
Ascend to the summit of Mt. Pilatus, known as the "Dragon Mountain," and be captivated by awe-inspiring alpine vistas. Capture the snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and verdant valleys in your memory. Descend on the world's steepest Cogwheel train, savoring panoramic views. Conclude with a serene cruise on Lake Lucerne, surrounded by tranquility and breathtaking scenery. Experience the perfect blend of nature and culture on this unforgettable journey.
*Please note that the itinerary for the visit of Mt. Pilatus is amended because the programme adjustment is the postponement of the planned season start of the new Pilatus cogwheel railway.
—Additional Info—
- Free admission for children under the age of 6. Please insert the number of children eligible in the "Note" section when booking and bring passports as proof of age
Inclusions
- Panoramic gondolas and aerial cableway Dragon Ride
- Cogwheel train
- Boat ride on Lake Lucerne
- Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide
- Transportation in comfortable coach with AC
- Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
- Insurance
- Tip (optional)
- Meals and drinks
- A minimum of 5 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
- Please arrive promptly at meeting point 15 mins in advance
- Please bring passport and personal medicine if needed
- Please arrive promptly at each meeting point (including departure and returning points) during the tour as bus will depart on time. Refunds will not be granted to missed tours due to late arrivals and personal reasons
- Refunds will not be granted to missed tours due to illness. It is suggested to purchase travel insurance on your own in advance
- For access to the meeting point, please refer to this link: https://www.switzerland-tours.ch/fileadmin/documents/best-of-switzerland-tours-departure-point-zurich.pdf
- Please contact the local agency for any emergency: +41 (0)44 710 50 50
- Choose between a full-day excursion departing from Zurich (09:30) and a half-day excursion departing from Lucerne (11:00 and 12:30)
- Departure available from both Zurich and Lucerne – check meeting location section for details.
Meet
Venues
- Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station Near Zurichs Main Train Station Zurich HBBetween09:15 - 09:30View on Map
- Bus Parking Landenberg
Meeting / End Points
- Location of Experience
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Purchase Summary
- Panoramic Gondola & "Dragon Ride" Cable Car will be replaced by the cogwheel railway due to maintenance from 20 Oct to 7 Nov 2025
- Boat ride on Lake Lucerne operates from 12 May to 19 Oct 2025
- From 20 Oct to 14 Nov 2025, a lunch voucher will be provided as compensation for the boat ride
- Golden Roundtrip (aerial cable car + cogwheel train + boat cruise) operates in full from 12 May to 19 Oct 2025
