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Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne

4.7(56)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 56 reviews7 hFree cancellationBy Best of Switzerland Tours
Summer Summit Views Mt Rigi

About this activity

Explore Mt. Rigi on a fully guided majestic roundtrip from Lucerne! Experience different means of transportation on a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne, a memorable ride with Europe’s first ever mountain railway and an aerial cable car. Take in the stunning 360-degree panoramic view of the Swiss Alps and opt for one of the many hiking trails against a vast mountain backdrop.

What's included

  • ✓Boat cruise, cogwheel train, and aerial cable car rides
  • ✓Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide
  • ✓Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Not included

  • ✕Food and Drinks
  • ✕Personal expenses
  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Please wait at Pier 1 on the sidewalk. Your tour guide will be holding a red flag with “Best of Switzerland Tours” on it.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 10-15 minutes of moderate downhill walking is required, please wear sturdy shoes and bring sun or rain protection.
  • Please note: On the following dates, the round-trip to and from Mount Rigi will be operated by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance: 16–27 November 2026 and 1 March–2 April 2027

Cancellation policy

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

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