From Zurich: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus Day Tour

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Description

Summary

Starts
Kriens
Duration
9 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
English and Spanish
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Experience the stunning Swiss landscapes with a day trip from Zurich to Lucerne and Mount Pilatus! This guided adventure combines scenic beauty with thrilling experiences, perfect for any traveler.

Begin your journey from Zurich Main Station, traveling through the charming countryside along Lake of the Four Cantons. Arrive in Kriens, where a panoramic gondola and cable car ride reveal spectacular views of the Swiss Alps and surrounding lakes.

At the summit of Mount Pilatus, towering 2128 meters above sea level, enjoy breathtaking vistas before descending on one of the world's steepest funiculars to Alpnachstad. This unique engineering marvel adds a thrilling element to your day.

Relax on a peaceful boat cruise across Lake Lucerne, soaking in the serene beauty as you return to Lucerne. The final leg of your journey is a comfortable bus ride back to Zurich, offering time to reflect on your Swiss adventure.

This tour seamlessly blends sightseeing, adventure, and relaxation, ensuring a comprehensive Swiss experience. Don't miss the opportunity to create lasting memories—book your spot today!

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Included

Bilingual guide
Transportation in a comfortable bus
Panoramic gondolas and aerial cable cars (from October 20 to November 07, 2025: ascent and descent by cogwheel train)
Cogwheel train
1-hour boat cruise (until October 19, 2025)
Lunch voucher (from October 20 to November 14, 2025, if autumn option is selected)
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Destinations

Kriens

Map

Attractions

Photo of Lucerne dying lion monument, Switzerland.Lion Monument Lucerne

Options

Tour in Summer with Lake Cruise
The summer option includes a fully guided tour from Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus by cable car and cogwheel train and a cruise on Lake Lucerne, which operates until 19 October 2025.
Tour in Autumn with Lunch Voucher
The autumn option includes a fully guided tour from Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus by cable car and cogwheel train and a lunch voucher up to 20 CHF at the restaurant on top of Mt. Pilatus. The cruise at Lake Lucerne does not operate from 20 October 2025 onwards.
Tour in Summer with Lake Cruise (Spanish)
The summer option includes a fully guided tour from Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus by cable car and cogwheel train and a cruise on Lake Lucerne, which operates until 19 October 2025.

Good to know

From October 20th to November 7th, 2025: the ascent and descent will be made by cogwheel train due to the revision of the cable car From November 8th - 14th, 2025: the ascent will be made by cable car, and the descent will be by cogwheel train From October 20th - November 14th, 2025, there will not be a boat ride so a lunch voucher will be included instead
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