Zurich Day Trip: Ride the World’s Steepest Funicular & Visit Rigi
Overview
The world’s steepest funicular awaits in Switzerland. This full-day tour from Zurich Airport offers a thrilling ride to Stoos, followed by a cable car ascent to Fronalpstock for breathtaking views of Lake Urner and the majestic Alps. Enjoy scenic hikes or simply relax at the summit, soaking in the stunning alpine scenery. An optional lunch at a cozy mountain restaurant lets you savor authentic Swiss specialties amidst nature’s beauty. Seamless transport ensures comfort throughout your journey.
- Experience the excitement of riding the world’s steepest funicular
- Enjoy panoramic views from Fronalpstock and Lake Urner
- Choose between hiking scenic trails or relaxing at the summit
- Optional lunch featuring Swiss cuisine with incredible scenery included
What's Included
- Trains, funicular, chairlift
- Insider tips about Switzerland’s hidden gems
- Unlimited high quality pictures in Google Photos
- Unlimited 5G WiFi (via hotspot provided by the local guide)
- Guided hike on Fronalpstock
- Lunch Lunch, dinner, drinks
- Transport to and from Switzerland
Meeting and Pickup
We can pick you up directly from your hotel or residence and drop you off anywhere you like. Please share your pickup address in advance so everything goes smoothly.If your pickup location is outside the marked area on the map, that’s no problem - just let us know separately and we’ll arrange it for you.
What To Expect
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Lake Lucerne (pass by)
Brunnen (pass by)
Stoos
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stoos
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fronalpstock
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Vitznau (pass by)
Mount Rigi (pass by)
Mount Rigi
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Activity code: C-5588654P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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).
- Trains, funicular, chairlift.
- Insider tips about Switzerland’s hidden gems.
- Unlimited high quality pictures in Google Photos.
- Unlimited 5G WiFi (via hotspot provided by the local guide).
- Guided hike on Fronalpstock.
- Lunch. Lunch, dinner, drinks.
- Transport to and from Switzerland.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Zurich Day Trip: Ride the World’s Steepest Funicular & Visit Rigi is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Zurich Day Trip: Ride the World’s Steepest Funicular & Visit Rigi 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
- Trains, funicular, chairlift
- Insider tips about Switzerland’s hidden gems
- Unlimited high quality pictures in Google Photos
- Unlimited 5G WiFi (via hotspot provided by the local guide)
- Guided hike on Fronalpstock
- LunchLunch, dinner, drinks
- Transport to and from Switzerland
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
