Experience Mt. Pilatus: Gondola rides, stunning alpine views, and the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. Perfect Swiss adventure from Lucerne.
Experience Mt. Pilatus: Gondola rides, stunning alpine views, and the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. Perfect Swiss adventure from Lucerne.
- Lucerne Station - Catch the local bus for a 15-minute journey to Kriens.
- Kriens - Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the picturesque village of Kriens to reach the gondola station.
- Pilatus-Bahnen AG - Hop on the gondola (cableway) and relish the scenic ride from Kriens to Pilatus.
- Pilatus Kulm - Upon arrival at Mt. Pilatus, take a…
- Lucerne Station - Catch the local bus for a 15-minute journey to Kriens.
- Kriens - Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the picturesque village of Kriens to reach the gondola station.
- Pilatus-Bahnen AG - Hop on the gondola (cableway) and relish the scenic ride from Kriens to Pilatus.
- Pilatus Kulm - Upon arrival at Mt. Pilatus, take a guided walk through the “dragon gallery” and to the viewpoint. Take advantage of your free time to explore the restaurants, terraces, and shops.
- Pilatus Railway - Experience a ride on the world’s steepest cogwheel train from Mt. Pilatus to Alpnachstad, a marvel of engineering with breathtaking views.
- Alpnachstad - Take the local train from Alpnachstad, which brings you back to Lucerne in 15 minutes, concluding the tour.

- English-speaking Swiss tour guide
- All necessary tickets included (no additional costs)
- Seat reservation for guaranteed departure on cogwheel train
- English-speaking Swiss tour guide
- All necessary tickets included (no additional costs)
- Seat reservation for guaranteed departure on cogwheel train
- Gratuities
- Food or drinks (various restaurants available at Mt. Pilatus)
- Gratuities
- Food or drinks (various restaurants available at Mt. Pilatus)
Explore the timeless Pilatus Silver afternoon Round Trip with a small group:
Journey from Lucerne to Kriens and ascend Mount Pilatus via gondola and aerial cableway. At the peak, take in the stunning views of the Alps and Lake Lucerne. Descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway and return to Lucerne by train — offering a perfectly balanced Swiss mountain adventure in an intimate, small-group atmosphere.
Explore the timeless Pilatus Silver afternoon Round Trip with a small group:
Journey from Lucerne to Kriens and ascend Mount Pilatus via gondola and aerial cableway. At the peak, take in the stunning views of the Alps and Lake Lucerne. Descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway and return to Lucerne by train — offering a perfectly balanced Swiss mountain adventure in an intimate, small-group atmosphere.
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.