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Scenic viewpoint on Mount Pilatus in Lucerne
Mountainside train ride on Mount Pilatus in Lucerne
Group relaxing in lounge chairs in the sun on Mount Pilatus in Lucerne
Mount Pilatus Golden Round Trip from Lucerne

Mount Pilatus Golden Return from Lucerne

By Best of Switzerland Tours
4.6 out of 5
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Features
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Overview
  • Guided adventure & exploring the heights of Mount Pilatus
  • Dragon Ride-aerial cable car ride to the towering summit
  • Trip on the world's steepest cogwheel train to Alpnachstad
  • Chance to hike & a relaxing, scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne
  • Breathtaking panoramic views of the glorious Swiss Alps

Activity location

  • Pilatus
    • 6010, Alpnach, Obwalden, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Frankenstrasse 2 - 4 (on the sidewalk)
    • 2 Frankenstrasse
    • 6003, Luzern, Luzern, Switzerland

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional tour guide on the whole tour of Mount Pilatus
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by comfortable coach from Lucerne to Kriens
  • What's includedWhat's includedPanoramic gondolas and aerial cable car Dragon Ride
  • What's includedWhat's includedCogwheel train and Boat cruise
  • What's includedWhat's includedCarbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedMeals and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Children 0 - 5 years are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult. Must be reserved.
  • Children from 6 to 15 years pay half price when accompanied by a paying adult.
  • From 21 Oct to 8 Nov 2024 ascent and descent by cogwheel train due to cable car revision.
  • From 21 Oct to 17 Nov 2024 Boat ride not available but lunch voucher included (CHF 20.- p/person, CHF 10.- p/child).
  • The boat ride on Lake Lucerne is available from 9 May to 20 Oct 2024.
  • External weather conditions are beyond our control, consequently we are unable to offer refunds due to poor or less than ideal weather.
  • Refunds aren't possible for last-minute tour cancellations due to flight changes or unforeseen health issues. Please consider a travel insurance before your trip to cover such situations.
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Mount Pilatus – the Golden Return has it all! Enjoy on this afternoon excursion the ascent by different aerial cable cars to beautiful Mt. Pilatus with possibilities of easy hikes and gorgeous photo opportunities. Descent by the world's steepest cogwheel railway and end the tour with a relaxing boat ride on Lake Lucerne.

After a short drive from Lucerne to Kriens, take a panoramic gondola and the new cable car, Dragon Ride, to the top of Mount Pilatus at 7,000 feet (2,132 m). Enjoy the jaw dropping views out of the panoramic windows, especially designed to give the feeling of flying. Venture down the Dragon Path or make the short hike to the summit and relax on the panorama terrace as you admire breathtaking views over the surrounding mountains and blue lakes. Different restaurants invite for lunch.

The highlight of this mountain excursion is probably the thrilling descent on the world's steepest cogwheel railway, with a significant 48 degree gradient, down to Alpnachstad. Here you board the boat for a lovely cruise on the beautiful Lake Lucerne and make your 1-hour trip back to Lucerne where your journey ends at the pier.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPilatus
    • 6010, Alpnach, Obwalden, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEFrankenstrasse 2 - 4 (on the sidewalk)
    • 2 Frankenstrasse
    • 6003, Luzern, Luzern, Switzerland