A unique excursion to Central Switzerland. You will travel by coach over the lovely Albis Pass (792 m) and along Lake of the Four Cantons to Lucerne. Short city tour with the main sights of Lucerne: The Lion Monument, the famous wooden Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church, the Town Hall, the Congress and Concert Hall. Afterwards enjoy approximately one hour at leisure (great strolling and shopping in the car-free Old Town).

The journey continues to Kriens, from where you take a ride with the panoramic gondolas and aerial cableway to Mount Pilatus (7000 ft/2132 m) the forbidden mountain in the Middle Ages. From here you will enjoy an unforgettable view over the surrounding mountains and lakes. Don't miss the Dragon's Path, the short hike to the summit and enjoy a Swiss specialty on the terrace of the peak restaurant (optional). Descent on the world's steepest cogwheel railway (48% gradient) to Alpnachstad, followed by a lovely boat ride on the picturesque Lake Lucerne.

During the tour you can choose to ride on the longest Toboggan Run in Switzerland (4500 ft/1.4 km). If you would like to take the ride, an additional fee is payable directly to the guide. It's great fun!

Cog-wheel train and boat ride start operating around May 17, depending on the snow conditions. You will be given a Swiss Cheese Raclette or Pilatus Rosti (potato dish) instead of the boat ride. Before that time, the Mt. Pilatus tour operates the same way as in winter - aerial cable car up and down.

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Seasonal
April 01 to October 31
Daily

Departure Point:

Sihlquai Bus Terminal, located 200 meters behind Main Railway Station or selected Zurich hotels.

Departure Time:

Departs at 9:30am. Please be ready at 9:15am.

Return details:

Tour returns to Sihlquai Bus Terminal at 6:45pm

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pick-up is available from selected Zurich hotels (below) only. If you are staying at one of the following hotels please advise the name at time of booking to qualify for pick up. All other guests must meet the tour at the Sihlquai bus terminal behind Zurich main train station.

• Moevenpick Regensdorf
• Swissotel
• Krone Unterstrass
• Hotel Leoneck
• Hotel Bristol
• Comfort Inn Royal
• Moevenpick Airport

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Panoramic gondolas and aerial cableway
• Steepest cog-wheel railway in the world (48%)
• Free Swiss Cheese Raclette or Pilatus Rosti
• Boat ride on Lake Lucerne
• Lion Monument
• Time at leisure in Lucerne.
• Live-guided all the way

Exclusions:

• Hotel drop-off
• Meals and beverages
• Optional Tours - great fun on the longest toboggan run in Switzerland (4500 ft / 1.4 km)

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date.
• Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
• Please note: The price of roundtrip by aerial cablecar OR cog-wheel train is the same.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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