Zurich: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus – Dragon Mountain & Lake Tour
Overview
Embark on a full-day journey from Zurich to Mount Pilatus, one of Switzerland’s most iconic peaks.
Begin your journey in Lucerne, where you’ll have time to explore its charming Old Town, stroll across the iconic Chapel Bridge, discover historic squares, or simply relax along the lakeside.
In Kriens, ascend by panoramic cable car through forests and mountain slopes before boarding the thrilling Dragon Ride, with its large windows creating the sensation of flying above the Alps. At 2,132 metres, explore Mount Pilatus and take in spectacular 360° views of the surrounding Alpine landscape. Steeped in legend, the mountain is associated with dragons and the story of Pontius Pilate.
Descend aboard the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Alpnachstad, then continue with a peaceful cruise across Lake Lucerne.
This experience combines cable car, cogwheel train, and lake cruise—three unforgettable ways to experience the Swiss Alps in one seamless day.
What's Included
- Cruise to Lucerne
- World's steepest cogwheel railway ride
- Panoramic gondola ride to Mount Pilatus
- Free time in Lucerne
- Driver-guide during transportation
- Meals and drinks
Meeting Location
Limmatstrasse 4
8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Zurich
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Lucerne
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Kriens
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mount Pilatus
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Alpnachstad
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lake Lucerne
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Zurich
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- This tour is available from mid-May to mid-October.
- Any activities or attractions not specifically listed in the inclusions are optional and available at your own expense.
- Child seats are not provided. Guests traveling with infants or children are required to bring an appropriate child seat. For safety reasons, the driver reserves the right to refuse transportation if the required child seat is not available.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions. However, mountain activities are subject to weather and operational conditions. In exceptional circumstances, the itinerary may be adjusted for safety and operational reasons.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-2510P129
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Zurich customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Cruise to Lucerne.
- World's steepest cogwheel railway ride.
- Panoramic gondola ride to Mount Pilatus.
- Free time in Lucerne.
- Driver-guide during transportation.
- Meals and drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Zurich: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus – Dragon Mountain & Lake Tour is as follows:
- This tour is available from mid-May to mid-October.
- Any activities or attractions not specifically listed in the inclusions are optional and available at your own expense.
- Child seats are not provided. Guests traveling with infants or children are required to bring an appropriate child seat. For safety reasons, the driver reserves the right to refuse transportation if the required child seat is not available.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions. However, mountain activities are subject to weather and operational conditions. In exceptional circumstances, the itinerary may be adjusted for safety and operational reasons.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Zurich: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus – Dragon Mountain & Lake Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Zurich. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Cruise to Lucerne
- World's steepest cogwheel railway ride
- Panoramic gondola ride to Mount Pilatus
- Free time in Lucerne
- Driver-guide during transportation
- Meals and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- This tour is available from mid-May to mid-October.
- Any activities or attractions not specifically listed in the inclusions are optional and available at your own expense.
- Child seats are not provided. Guests traveling with infants or children are required to bring an appropriate child seat. For safety reasons, the driver reserves the right to refuse transportation if the required child seat is not available.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions. However, mountain activities are subject to weather and operational conditions. In exceptional circumstances, the itinerary may be adjusted for safety and operational reasons.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
