Ride the Dragon to Mount Pilatus: Small-Group Tour from Zurich
Join a guided adventure from Zurich to discover the legendary Mount Pilatus, Lucerne’s iconic peak, steeped in myths and breathtaking beauty.
Your journey begins with a scenic drive to Kriens, where you'll board a panoramic gondola for a spectacular ascent. Along the way, experience the thrilling "Dragon Ride"—a state-of-the-art aerial cableway with expansive windows, giving you the sensation of flying over Switzerland’s stunning landscapes.
At the summit (2,132m), take in breathtaking views of 73 Alpine peaks, explore scenic terraces, and relax at mountaintop restaurants.
After descending back to Kriens by cable car, continue to Lucerne, a charming lakeside city rich in history. Enjoy free time to stroll through the Old Town, cross the iconic Chapel Bridge.
In summer you can upgrade to the Gold tour with mountain train and cruise
Options
Day trip to Mount Pilatus and Lucern from Zurich
(KTZ724) - Mont Pilatus
What's included in Ride the Dragon to Mount Pilatus: Small-Group Tour from Zurich
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meet our driver guide for the departure to Lucern
Lucerne
Drive from Zurich to Lucerne for about 1 hour in our confortable air conditionned bus. Snap beautiful pictures of the scenery
Lion Monument
The driver will stop for 10 minutes photos at the famous lions monument. Carved in stone, yet deceptively alive – Lucerne’s world-famous Lion Monument has been impressing visitors from near and far for very many years. The imposing stone lion, however, is more than “just” a monument. Depending on your point of view, it can be seen as a commemoration, a work of art or a memorial. And as a proud landmark of the city of Lucerne.
Inclusions
- Panoramic bus
- Cable car Dragon ride round trip to Pilatus mountain
- Lucerne Free Time and Visit
- Guide
- Food and drinks
- Train and cruise
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant will have seats but we don't provide baby seats, you can take your own
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please look for the Swisstours bus - we don't have an office but you can show directly the ticket to our guide
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
The driver guide will give them the ticket
