Mount Rigi: Day Tour from Zurich

About this experience

Mount Rigi: Day Tour from Zurich is a full-day guided excursion from Zurich to the summit of Mount Rigi, known as the Queen of Mountains, at 1,797 metres above sea level. The tour departs from Limmatstrasse 2, where an English-speaking guide leads the group by coach along the shores of Lake Lucerne to Weggis, a lakeside resort on the Lucerne Riviera. From Weggis, an aerial cable car carries passengers up to Rigi Kaltbad, after which the group boards Europe's first mountain railway, opened in 1871, for the final ascent to Rigi-Kulm. The panorama from the summit takes in the Swiss Midlands, a spread of deep blue lakes, and the snow-capped Alpine range. The running time is approximately 10 hours, making it one of the more complete day trips available from Zurich. The descent from Rigi-Kulm is made by cogwheel train to Vitznau, followed by a one-hour boat crossing on the Lake of the Four Cantons to Lucerne, where the guide leads the group through the medieval streets of the Old Town before the coach returns to Zurich. The guide accompanies the group between Zurich and Weggis and again from Lucerne back to Zurich. This ticket covers a place on the return coach journey, the aerial cable car ride, the mountain railway, the cogwheel train, and the lake boat crossing. Food, drinks, and optional activities are not included. The cancellation policy is date-based, so check your booking confirmation for the applicable deadline. Vehicles are not sold through this listing. Any vehicle used during the experience is supplied by the operator and returned at the end.

Highlights

• Full-day guided tour from Limmatstrasse 2, Zurich
• Ride Europe's first mountain railway, opened in 1871
• Cable car ascent from Weggis to Rigi Kaltbad included
• Summit at 1,797 metres with views across the Swiss Midlands
• Scenic coach route along the shores of Lake Lucerne
• Panoramic Alpine views including snow-capped peaks and blue lakes

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date.