Experience the breathtaking beauty of Mount Pilatus on the Golden Round Trip from Zurich. Cruise on Lake Lucerne, ride the world’s steepest cogwheel train, and enjoy panoramic views from the cableway. Perfect for families and adventure seekers!
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Mount Pilatus on the Golden Round Trip from Zurich. Cruise on Lake Lucerne, ride the world’s steepest cogwheel train, and enjoy panoramic views from the cableway. Perfect for families and adventure seekers!
- Zurich Hb - Zurich Central Station - The journey by train to Lucerne takes 50 minutes.
- Lake Lucerne - Continue the tour with a one-hour boat transfer from Lucerne to Alpnachstad. After departing the bay of Lucerne, the boat cruises along the shores of Hergiswil and Stansstad to the bay of Alpnach, with the surrounding mountains always in…
- Zurich Hb - Zurich Central Station - The journey by train to Lucerne takes 50 minutes.
- Lake Lucerne - Continue the tour with a one-hour boat transfer from Lucerne to Alpnachstad. After departing the bay of Lucerne, the boat cruises along the shores of Hergiswil and Stansstad to the bay of Alpnach, with the surrounding mountains always in view.
- Alpnachstad - This is the connection point between the lake boat and the world’s steepest cogwheel train. In 35 minutes, the cogwheel train ascends along the ridge, passing alpine meadows to reach Pilatus Kulm.
- Mount Pilatus - Arrive at the Pilatus Kulm mountain station of the Pilatusbahn, featuring a viewing terrace, a panorama gallery, and two mountain hotels on this scenic local mountain. Explore attractions at Mt. Pilatus such as the dragon gallery, the viewpoint, the scenic terraces, and the multimedia presentation.
- Fräkmüntegg - Home to Central Switzerland’s largest rope park, tree tents, a toboggan run, hiking trails, and excellent barbecue areas, inviting relaxation.
- Krienseregg - Ideal for families, this versatile local recreation area offers marked, varied circular hikes and spacious picnic areas.
- Kriens - Kriens is the third largest municipality and the second largest city in the Swiss canton of Lucerne, located at the foot of Mount Pilatus and bordering Lucerne to the east. At Kriens, disembark from the aerial cableway and take a 10-minute walk to the bus stop to board the local bus to Lucerne.
- Kapellbrücke - With the old town of Lucerne just steps away, visit the Chapel Bridge and other sights in the old town before returning by train to Zurich, where the tour concludes.

- Comprehensive transportation package includes boat, cogwheel railway, gondola, and bus fares
- Exclusive guidance by a local Swiss Travel Guide, dedicated to your party only
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges are taken care of
- Comprehensive transportation package includes boat, cogwheel railway, gondola, and bus fares
- Exclusive guidance by a local Swiss Travel Guide, dedicated to your party only
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges are taken care of
- food and drinks
- personal expenses during the tour
- food and drinks
- personal expenses during the tour
Embark on a tailored adventure from Zürich to Luzern by train, followed by a scenic boat journey. Ascend to the summit of Mt. Pilatus via the world’s steepest cogwheel train, accompanied by a private guide. The panorama continues as you descend with an aerial cableway back to Luzern. This exclusive tour seamlessly combines cultural insights,…
Embark on a tailored adventure from Zürich to Luzern by train, followed by a scenic boat journey. Ascend to the summit of Mt. Pilatus via the world’s steepest cogwheel train, accompanied by a private guide. The panorama continues as you descend with an aerial cableway back to Luzern. This exclusive tour seamlessly combines cultural insights, breathtaking landscapes, and the personalized touch of a private guide for an unforgettable Swiss experience.
- a minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- children must be accompagnied by an adult
- for wheelchair assistance - please contact us before booking
- Please note: Boat and coghwheel railway will operate Mai to October only. Off season, the tour will be performed by travelling to mount Pilatus both ways by gondola, the tour will be finalized with a 1-hour tour on the lake Lucerne by panoramic boat after the return travel from mount Pilatus.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.