Lucerne: Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise

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Summary

Starts
Hergiswil
Duration
5 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
English
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Switzerland on a scenic day trip from Lucerne to the summit of Mt. Pilatus. Begin your adventure with a relaxing coach ride to Kriens, where panoramic gondolas and the impressive Dragon Ride cable car whisk you up the mountain, offering sweeping views of the Swiss Alps.

At the top of Mt. Pilatus, standing 2,132 meters above sea level, immerse yourself in the stunning alpine landscape. Enjoy time to hike to the summit, explore the legendary Dragon Trail, or simply unwind on the panoramic terrace while soaking in the unforgettable vistas of mountains and lakes.

When hunger strikes, you can savor a delicious lunch at one of the mountaintop restaurants, truly dining above the clouds. Afterward, prepare for an exhilarating descent on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, a unique experience that takes you down to Alpnachstad.

In the summer months, your journey continues with a picturesque one-hour cruise across Lake Lucerne, also known as the "Lake of the 4 Cantons." If you travel in late autumn, a lunch voucher is provided instead of the boat ride, ensuring your experience remains special regardless of the season.

This guided tour is led in English and includes all transportation, cable car and train rides, and the boat cruise or lunch voucher, depending on the date. Group sizes are kept intimate, accommodating up to 15 guests for a personalized experience. Secure your spot now for an unforgettable Swiss mountain adventure!

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Included

1-hour boat cruise (until October 18, 2026)
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Cogwheel train
Guided tour by a professional guide
Lunch voucher (from October 19 to November 29, 2026, if autumn option is selected)
Panoramic gondolas and aerial cable cars (from October 19 to November 27, 2026: ascent and descent by cogwheel train)
Transportation in a comfortable bus

Destinations

Hergiswil

Options

Summer: Mt. Pilatus by Cable Car and Cogwheel Train & Cruise
This 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 October 19, 2025.
Autumn: Mt. Pilatus by Cable Car and Cogwheel Train + Lunch
This 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 after October 19, 2025.

Good to know

From October 19th to November 27th, 2026: the ascent and descent will be made by cogwheel train due to the revision of the cable car From November 28th - 29th, 2026: the ascent will be made by cable car, and the descent will be by cogwheel train From October 19th - November 29th, 2026, there will not be a boat ride so a lunch voucher will be included instead

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