Switzerland · Land Adventure

Mount Pilatus (Private Tour)

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

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private day trip to Mount Pilatus from Zürich
  • 02 Orientation drive through charming Lucerne
  • 03 Ride panoramic gondolas to Fräkmüntegg
  • 04 Ascend by the Dragon Ride aerial cableway
  • 05 Enjoy summit views from Mt Pilatus
  • 06 Descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway
  • 07 Cruise on the Lake of the Four Cantons
  • 08 See landmarks including Chapel Bridge and Jesuit Church

Discover one of central Switzerland’s classic mountain experiences on a private journey to Mount Pilatus. Travel through scenic countryside to Lucerne, where you’ll enjoy an orientation of the city’s landmarks before continuing up the mountain by panoramic gondola and the spectacular Dragon Ride aerial cableway.

At the summit, take in sweeping Alpine views, stroll the Dragon’s Path or enjoy a short hike, then descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Alpnachstad. The day is rounded off with a relaxing cruise on the Lake of the Four Cantons, offering a beautiful perspective on the surrounding peaks and lakes before returning to Zürich.

At the summit, take in sweeping Alpine views, stroll the Dragon’s Path or enjoy a short hike, then descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Alpnachstad.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Lucerne, Zurich, Pilatus
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Take the panoramic gondolas to Fräkmüntegg. Then hop aboard the aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" and enjoy the jaw dropping views out of the panoramic windows, especially designed to give the feeling of flying. Once at the top of Mt Pilatus (2132 m), venture down the Dragon's Path or go for short hike to the summit. Afterwards relax on the panorama terrace admiring magnificent views over the surrounding mountains of the Swiss Alps and the blue lakes in the valleys below. Different restaurants invite for lunch.

The highlight of this day is probably the thrilling descent on the world's steepest cogwheel railway** (48% gradient) down to Alpnachstad. Here you board the boat for a lovely 1-hour cruise on the beautiful Lake of the Four Cantons and enjoy the spectacular landscape from an entirely different angle. Coach ride back from Lucerne to Zürich. Descent on the world's steepest cogwheel railway** (48% gradient) down to Alpnachstad.Here you board the boat for a lovely cruise on the beautiful Lake of the Four Cantons and enjoy the spectacular landscape from an entirely different angle.Set off for an exciting day travelling over the Albis Pass and along the shores of Lake of the Four Cantons to the enchanting city of Lucerne. Enjoy a brief orientation drive, where your guide points out the main attractions of this charming town like the Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Congress Centre.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Zürich. 3 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional Driver Guide
  • Transportation in one of the latest luxury Mercedes Benz models
  • Panoramic gondolas to Fräkmüntegg
  • Aerial cableway 'Dragon Ride'
  • Descent on the world's steepest cogwheel railway
  • Cruise on the Lake of the Four Cantons

What's Not Included

  • Lunch

Know before you go

  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • We can pick you up anywhere in this city. Please let us know where you wish to be picked up and we will collect you there.

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

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