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Mount Pilatus Lucerne Private Guided Day Tour from Zurich

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Mount Pilatus Lucerne Private Guided Day Tour from Zurich

About this activity

Discover the magic of Mount Pilatus on this full-day round trip tour starting and ending in Zurich. Explore Switzerland’s most legendary mountain with a local guide leading the way. Enjoy panoramic Alpine views, local legends, and plenty of photo opportunities.

Cruise across sparkling Lake Lucerne, ascend Europe’s steepest cogwheel railway, soar on the spectacular Dragon Ride cable car, and descend gently to Kriens by gondola.

The tour is fully organized for a seamless, stress-free experience.

• From mid-May to mid-October, ride the famous Mt. Pilatus Golden Round Trip (boat, cogwheel train, cable car, gondola). 1st-class lake cruise tickets included.

• From mid-October to mid-May, the boat cruise doesn't run, so we reach the summit by panoramic gondola and cable car from Kriens instead of the cogwheel railway. Winter tours are offered at a reduced price.

• Full-day tour with a private guide

• Learn about Swiss legends, culture, and history

• Optional visit to Lucerne old town

What's included

  • ✓1st class lake cruise on Lake Lucerne between Lucerne and Alpnachstad (mid-May to mid-October only)
  • ✓Mt. Pilatus Priority Pass (Cogwheel from mid-May to mid-October only)
  • ✓Private tour with your personal local guide
  • ✓Aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm
  • ✓Optional visit to Lucerne's Old Town
  • ✓Panorama gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
  • ✓Reservations for the steepest cogwheel railway in the world (mid-May to mid-October only)

Not included

  • ✕(optional, at own expense)
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour requires uphill walking. Please consider all participants's mobility challenges before booking this tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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