Mount Pilatus with Transport from Zurich
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About this experience
From Zurich, take a coach ride through the countryside to Lucerne. On arrival, join a short drive past landmarks like the Chapel Bridge, Town Hall, Jesuit Church, and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Then, enjoy free time to eat, shop, or explore the Old Town. Continue to Kriens and take a gondola to Fräkmüntegg. From there, ride the Dragon Ride cable car to the top of Mt. Pilatus (2,132 meters). At the summit, you can visit Dragon World, walk the Dragon Trail, or hike to the peak if weather allows. Have lunch at a mountain restaurant and enjoy the views. Then, take the steep cogwheel railway down to Alpnachstad. End the day with a 1-hour boat ride on Lake Lucerne. You can finish the tour in Lucerne or return to Zurich by coach.
Highlights
- Coach transfer from Zurich through countryside to Lucerne
- Scenic drive past Chapel Bridge, Town Hall and Jesuit Church
- Free time to explore Lucerne Old Town, eat and shop
- Gondola and Dragon Ride cable car ascent to Mt Pilatus summit
- Reach 2,132 metres with views from the top of Mt Pilatus
- Visit Dragon World and walk the Dragon Trail at the summit
What is included
- Multilingual tour guide
- Transportation in a comfortable coach from Zurich
- Entrance to panoramic gondolas and the aerial cable car Dragon Ride
- Cogwheel train
- Boat ride on Lake Lucerne
Not included
- Food and drinks
Before you go
Arrival and timing The full day out runs for approximately 10 hours, so arrive at Limmatstrasse 2 in good time before the scheduled departure to avoid holding up the group. Wear comfortable, layered clothing suitable for the mountain summit at 2,132 metres, where temperatures are considerably cooler than in the city regardless of the season. Sturdy footwear is advisable if you plan to walk the Dragon Trail or hike to the peak. Getting around the experience The day moves through several distinct legs, including a coach, gondola, the Dragon Ride cable car, a cogwheel railway, and a boat, all covered by your ticket. A multilingual guide accompanies the group throughout. Free time is built in at Lucerne, and lunch is taken at a mountain restaurant, though food and drinks are not included in the price, so bring some cash for meals and refreshments along the way.
Cancellation terms
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
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What is included in the Mount Pilatus tour from Zurich?
The tour includes a multilingual guide, coach transport from Zurich, entrance to the panoramic gondolas and the Dragon Ride aerial cable car, the cogwheel railway descent, and a boat ride on Lake Lucerne. Food and drinks are not included.
How long is the Mount Pilatus tour from Zurich?
The full tour runs for 10 hours, taking in Lucerne, the ascent of Mount Pilatus by gondola and cable car, a cogwheel railway descent, and a one-hour boat ride on Lake Lucerne.
Where does the Mount Pilatus tour depart from?
The tour departs from Limmatstrasse 2 in Zurich. Zurich main station (Zürich HB) is a short walk away and is served by tram, bus, and rail connections from across the city.
What will I see and do on the Mount Pilatus tour?
The day begins with a coach journey to Lucerne, including a drive past landmarks such as the Chapel Bridge, Town Hall, Jesuit Church, and the KKL, followed by free time to explore the Old Town. You then travel to Kriens, ascend to the summit of Mount Pilatus (2,132 metres) by gondola and the Dragon Ride cable car, and can visit Dragon World, walk the Dragon Trail, or hike to the peak. The return journey includes a cogwheel railway descent to Alpnachstad and a one-hour boat ride on Lake Lucerne.
Can I eat at the top of Mount Pilatus?
Lunch is available at a mountain restaurant at the summit, though food and drinks are not included in the tour price and are at your own expense.
Is the Mount Pilatus tour accessible for wheelchair users?
This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Can I cancel my Mount Pilatus tour booking?
This tour is cancellable before a specified date. Please check the cancellation terms shown at the time of booking for the exact deadline.
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