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By Tours of Switzerland
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$2,013 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Activity location

  • Bürgenstock
    • 6365, Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bürgenstock
    • 6365, Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland

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Mount Pilatus, Mount Rigi and Lake Lucerne Cruise Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$2,013.36 x 1 AdultAU$2,013.36
Total
Price is AU$2,013.36
Until Fri, 9 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private Local Guide
  • Inclusions
    Mt. Rigi Pass
  • Inclusions
    Lake of Lucerne Cruise 1st Class Pass
  • Inclusions
    Mt. Pilatus Priority Pass
  • Inclusions
    Meet and Greet at your Hotel or Residence
  • Exclusions
    Lunch

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What you can expect

  • Treat yourself to the adventure of a lifetime with our guided tour that has been specially curated to help you make precious memories. Upon embarking on this unique excursion, you'll experience Swiss culture first-hand while immersing yourself in Switzerland's most mesmerising landscapes. During this excursion, you'll experience five wondrous discoveries. First, float among the clouds as you ascend in a thrilling gondola lift ride. You'll then be guided to the highest peak of Mount Pilatus, where you can absorb breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.

    The adventure will continue by cogwheel to Alpnachstad, where you will explore the world's steepest railway track before unwinding on a scenic cruise through Lake Lucerne. Concluding your trip at Vitznau, you will journey up Mount Rigi via train to discover the region's historical heritage and oversee where Switzerland was founded.

Activity itinerary

Bürgenstock

  • 1h
Your guide will meet you at your hotel and begin the tour to Mt. Pilatus Bahn.

Fräkmüntegg

  • 1h
Prepare to soar among the clouds as you ascend up and beyond in an aerial cable cart, offering astonishing bird-eye views of Lucerne and its surrounding landscapes. As you proceed onward aboard a gondola to visit the former 1950s ski resort, Fräkmüntegg. Once home to a decadent spa house and bustling restaurants, the journey to Fräkmüntegg offers mesmerising scenery and a rich history that our tour guide will unpack. Then on, you will have the wonderful opportunity to hop aboard a brand-new cable car, a magical combination of a gondola and 'Dragon Ride,' where you'll discover the magical legend of Dragon Rock, adding a mystique touch to your trip.

Pilatus Luzern

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
You'll be introduced to majestic Mount Pilatus as you embark on a guided ascent to its highest peak. If flying high isn't your thing, there's also the option to indulge in authentic Swiss delicacies at a local restaurant overlooking the enchanting Pilatus Valley. During this segment of your special Alpine adventure, you'll learn intriguing tales and mythical legends of Mount Pilatus, including a historical insight into Roman governor Pontius Pilatus, after whom the mountain is named. There's also the opportunity to explore many stunning mountain hiking routes, enabling you to soak up the mesmerising natural landscapes.

Alpnachstad

  • 30m
You'll continue downwards via a scenic train journey to Alpnachstad. During this trip, your tour guide will enlighten you about the Pilatus Railway — the world's steepest railway! During this time, you'll discover the remarkable history behind this historical infrastructure, including the construction timeline, the masterminds behind its development, and its ongoing modernization. Now deemed a Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the Pilatus Railway is a fascinating heritage site bound to illuminate your appreciation for Swiss engineering.

Mt. Rigi

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Arriving at the idyllic town of Vitznau, your tour guide will escort you on a train ride to Mount Rigi. During your ascension, you'll learn about the heritage that surrounds this verdant region, enabling you to foster a deeper appreciation for local Swiss culture. Our guided tour will grant you the opportunity to encounter the Rigi Railways, which happens to be the first-ever mountain rail track in Europe. There will also be an exclusive opportunity to witness the remarkable Rigi Bahn No.16 steam locomotive built in the early 1920s. Your Alpine adventure will conclude with a thrilling summit experience where you can digest breathtaking views at 1,752 metres (5,748 feet) above sea level.

Lake Lucerne

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
The fourth chapter of your Alpine adventure will commence with a picturesque cruise journey along stunning Lake Lucerne, where you can reflect upon all the wonderful memories you have made so far. While gracefully gliding across the indigo-blue waters, you'll experience panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, including iconic Swiss mountains like Mount Bürgenstock and the serene vineyards of Lucerne. As the cruise voyages through Lake Lucerne's unique bends, you'll eventually arrive at the deepest point within the Gersauer Becken, which reaches an astounding 214 metres (702 feet) in depth.

Burgenstock

  • 1h
Your guide will escort you back to your hotel after the tour.

Location

Activity location

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    Bürgenstock
    • 6365, Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Bürgenstock
    • 6365, Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland