- Free cancellationFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Duration8 hr – 10 hr
- Guide languagesEnglish, Spanish
- Instant confirmationMobile ticket
Free cancellation
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Overview
Sit back and relax—there’s no need to worry about transportation, as all tickets for trains, boat rides, the cogwheel railway, gondola, and buses are included in this private day trip. Take in the beauty of the Swiss Alps and lakes on a full-day private tour from Basel to Lucerne. Travel comfortably by train with a private guide to the charming lakeside city, famous for its stunning mountain backdrop. Enjoy a relaxing one-hour boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, followed by an exciting ride up Mount Pilatus on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. - Enjoy the beautiful Swiss landscapes while traveling by train with a private guide for your exclusive small group — customizable itinerary with hotel pick-up included - Experience a scenic hour-long cruise on Lake Lucerne, offering stunning views of the city and surrounding Alps - Ride on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway and explore at your own pace with options to personalize your journey—contact us to tailor your perfect day
What's included
- all transportation fees for Train, Boat cruise, coghwheel railway, gondola and bus
- Mount Pilatus & Lucerne exploration
- all fees, taxes and handling charges
- local guide for your exclusive small group
- Food and drinks
- Any additional extra personal expense
Itinerary
- 1
Zurich
1 hr
We will pick you up and take you to Zurich HB train station to start your tour where we'll take a train of 1 hour ride to Lucerne
- 2
Lake Lucerne
1 hr 30 minAdmission included
Your journey continues with a scenic one-hour boat ride from Lucerne to Alpnachstad. As you depart Lucerne’s picturesque bay, the boat cruises past the charming lakeside towns. All along the way, you'll be treated to stunning views of the surrounding mountains, making for a truly memorable experience on the water.
- 3
Alpnachstad
Passing by
Alpnachstad is where the boat ride ends and the mountain journey begins. Here, you’ll board the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, which takes you up to Pilatus Kulm in about 35 minutes. The train climbs up the mountainside, following a narrow track along rocky ridges and through green alpine meadows. Along the way, you’ll enjoy great views of the landscape before reaching the top of Mount Pilatus
- 4
Pilatus Luzern
2 hrAdmission included
Once you arrive at the Pilatus Kulm mountain station, you’ll find yourself on Lucerne’s famous local mountain. Here we will enjoy the viewing terraces, take in the sights from the panorama gallery, or relax at one of the two mountain hotels. While at the top, we will explore the Dragon Gallery, check out the scenic viewpoints.
- 5
Kriens
Passing by
The gondola from Pilatus will take us to Kriens where we will take a local bus for a small ride until Lucerne
- 6
Lucerne
1 hr
We'll return to Lucerne for a short stroll through the city, with time to take photos and visit one of its most famous landmarks – the Chapel Bridge
- 7
Zurich
1 hr
Return to Zurich HB train station (our starting point)
Meeting point and pickup
End point
Ends back at the meeting point.
Hotel pickup offered — Pick-up will be directly from your hotel reception. Please be ready at the scheduled time.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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