Switzerland · Hiking

Zurich Day Trip Rophaien Panoramic Peak Above Lake Lucerne

11 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Zürich. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Guided day trip from Zurich to the Rophaien hiking area
  • 02 Scenic train journey to Sisikon
  • 03 Hike to the summit of Rophaien at 2,078 m
  • 04 Panoramic views above Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps
  • 05 Trail options based on experience and fitness level
  • 06 Forests, alpine meadows, ridge paths, and unspoiled nature
  • 07 Return to Sisikon on foot before taking the train back to Zurich

Escape Zurich for a full-day guided hike to Rophaien, a lesser-known alpine peak above Lake Lucerne. Travel to Sisikon by train, then set out on scenic mountain trails through forests, alpine meadows, and ridge paths on the way to the summit.

At 2,078 m, Rophaien rewards the climb with sweeping views over Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps. With route options adapted to experience and fitness level, this adventure offers a memorable way to discover a quieter side of Switzerland’s mountain landscape.

At 2,078 m, Rophaien rewards the climb with sweeping views over Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Zurich
Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Hiking Route to Rophaien

The hike to Rophaien starts with a train ride from Zürich to Sisikon, offering scenic views along the way. From Sisikon, there are several trail options to reach the summit, which can be chosen based on each hiker’s experience and fitness level.

After descending from Rophaien, hikers return to Sisikon by foot, and then take the train back to Zürich, completing a full-day adventure in the Swiss Alps.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Zürich. 1 city · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Trains, cablecar
  • Unlimited 5G WiFi (via hotspot provided by the local guide)
  • Unlimited high quality pictures in Google Photos
  • Insider tips about Switzerland’s hidden gems

What's Not Included

  • Transport to and from Switzerland
  • Lunch, dinner, drinks

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • We can pick you up directly from your hotel or residence and drop you off anywhere you like. Please share your pickup address in advance so everything goes smoothly.

    If your pickup location is outside the marked area on the map, that’s no problem - just let us know separately and we’ll arrange it for you.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Zürich.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Zürich.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Zürich..

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