Mount Pilatus: Mystical Alpine Adventure

Embark on a mystical adventure to Mount Pilatus from Zurich. Discover the legendary dragon stone, the burial site of Pontius Pilate, and a petrified man. Take a panoramic gondola ride, enjoy breathtaking views, and explore Lucerne’s charming Old Town.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kriens - Your driver guide will drop you in Kriens, from there you will take the cable car up to Pilatus
  • Fräkmüntegg - Enjoy the cable ride to Frakmuntegg, enjoy view points on the Alps and board the Dragon ride cable car to the top
  • Pilatus Luzern - On this self-guided tour, you’ll experience Lucerne’s very own mountain.

A dragon stone is said to have fallen from the sky in 1420, Roman governor Pontius Pilate is buried in Lake Pilatus, and a petrified man stands guard outside a cave. The Pilate massif, which dominates the whole region from its height of 2128 meters, undoubtedly stimulates the imagination. Even today, Pilatus offers visitors many mystical discoveries and fabulous pieces of nature.

Travel on a panoramic gondola to the top of Mount Pilatus, enjoy the new “Dragon ride” designed with large windows as if you were flying. Admire 73 Alpine peaks. You can find restaurants and terraces with a magnificent view from the top at 2132 meters.

If you take the silver option you will come back to Kriens by the cable car, if you take the gold option you will ride the mountain train and the cruise

  • Lake Lucerne - If you take the gold option, take a cruise back to Lucerne and relax on the boat
  • Alpnachstad - If you take the gold option, You will board the steepest cogwheel train to Alpnachstad and then relax on a cruise back to Lucerne for some free time
  • Lucerne - Visit the village of Lucerne, capital of central Switzerland. Enjoy an hour at your convenience exploring the Old town and snap a picture of the famous chapel bridge or the Lion monument.
What's Included
  • Free time to explore Lucerne
  • Cable Car Dragon ride
  • Cruise on Lake Lucerne (Gold option)
  • Independent tour
  • Cogwheel train from Pilatus to Alpnachstad (Gold option)
  • Dragon and flower path
What's Not Included
  • Food and beverage
  • Guide
Additional Information

A dragon stone is said to have fallen from the sky in 1420, Roman governor Pontius Pilate is buried in Lake Pilatus, and a petrified man stands guard outside a cave. The Pilate massif, which dominates the whole region from its height of 2128 meters, undoubtedly stimulates the imagination. Even today, Pilatus offers visitors many mystical discoveries and fabulous pieces of nature.

Travel on a panoramic gondola to the top of Mount Pilatus from Kriens, enjoy the new “Dragon ride” designed with large windows as if you were flying. Admire 73 Alpine peaks. You can find restaurants and terraces with a magnificent view from the top at 2132 meters.

If you take the silver option you will come down by the cable car to Kriens and the driver will pick you up

With the gold option, Step down with the steepest cogwheel train to Alpnach, board a cruise across Lake Lucerne.

Enjoy some free time in Lucerne. Admire the Chapel Bridge,and its old town

Location
Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai
Ausstellungsstrasse
Swisstours bus will be waiting for you at Zurich Sihlquai bus station.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Dana_c
Jul 28, 2024
Wonderful Day Excursion - It's a self guided tour, but enjoyable. The view from the mountain top depends on the weather. However, the views traveling up and down were breathe taking. The gondola goes up one side and the train goes on the other side. I recommend riding both, since we saw the ibex while riding the train and not the gondola. The more or less time you spend on the mountain will determine how much time you have in Lucerne. Plan accordingly, since the boat will take some time to get there. It is a relaxing ride with gorgeous views as well.
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Wendy_f
Jul 9, 2024
Like a dream!! - BOOK THIS TOUR!!!! While it is a long day, this tour had it all! Cable car, gondola, train and a gorgeous scenic boat ride! We were blessed with beautiful weather and clear skies so we were able to enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Pilatus from all angles and also the stunning views from the boat! I only wish we had slightly more time in Lucerne, but other than that, everything was absolutely perfect!!
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Sondra_b
Dec 20, 2023
Not an informational tour - I love the tour and the only reason I am giving it a 4 star instead of 5 is I like hearing the history of the area or any interesting facts about where I am going or seeing. The guides were super nice and accommodating but no information except Zurich is clean etc.
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