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A mountain with a viewing platform and a circular building. 1
A red cable car ascending a steep mountain. 3
A cable car suspended over a mountainous landscape with a lake below. 4
A mountainous landscape with a lake, a village, and a prominent peak. 5
By Best of Switzerland Tours

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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$344 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Guided adventure & exploring the heights of Mount Pilatus
    • Dragon Ride-aerial cable car ride to the towering summit
    • Trip on the world's steepest cogwheel train to Alpnachstad
    • Chance to hike & a relaxing, scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne
    • Breathtaking panoramic views of the glorious Swiss Alps

Activity location

  • Pilatus
    • 6010, Alpnach, Obwalden, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bus Parking Landenberg, Alpenquai, 6005 Luzern
    • 2 Alpenquai
    • 6005, Luzern, Luzern, Switzerland

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Mount Pilatus Golden Return from Lucerne

  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 12:30 PM
Price details
NZ$356.50 x 2 AdultsNZ$713.00
Total
Price is NZ$713.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Transport by comfortable coach from Lucerne to Kriens
  • Inclusions
    Panoramic gondolas and aerial cable car Dragon Ride
  • Inclusions
    Cogwheel train and Boat cruise
  • Inclusions
    Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Know before you book

    • Children 0 - 5 years are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult. Must be reserved.
    • Children from 6 to 15 years pay half price when accompanied by a paying adult.
    • From Oct 19th to Nov 27th 2026: Ascent and descent by cogwheel train, no boat ride but lunch voucher included (CHF 20.- p/person, CHF 10.- p/child).
    • From Nov 28th to 29th 2026: Ascent by cable car, descent by cogwheel train, no boat ride but lunch voucher included (CHF 20.- p/person, CHF 10.- p/child).
    • External weather conditions are beyond our control, consequently we are unable to offer refunds due to poor or less than ideal weather.
    • Refunds aren't possible for last-minute tour cancellations due to flight changes or unforeseen health issues. Please consider a travel insurance before your trip to cover such situations.
    • From Oct 18 to 5 Nov 2027: Cogwheel railway replaces gondola and aerial cable car "Dragon Ride" during scheduled maintenance.
    • The Boat ride on Lake Lucerne is available again from 10 May to 17 Oct 2027
    • From 18 Oct to 21 Nov, no boat ride but lunch voucher included (exchangeable at restaurants at the top of Mt. Pilatus (CHF 23.00 per adult / CHF 12.00 per child)

What you can expect

  • Mount Pilatus – the Golden Return has it all! Enjoy on this afternoon excursion the ascent by different aerial cable cars to beautiful Mt. Pilatus with possibilities of easy hikes and gorgeous photo opportunities. Descent by the world's steepest cogwheel railway and end the tour with a relaxing boat ride on Lake Lucerne.

    After a short drive from Lucerne to Kriens, take a panoramic gondola and the new cable car, Dragon Ride, to the top of Mount Pilatus at 7,000 feet (2,132 m). Enjoy the jaw dropping views out of the panoramic windows, especially designed to give the feeling of flying. Venture down the Dragon Path or make the short hike to the summit and relax on the panorama terrace as you admire breathtaking views over the surrounding mountains and blue lakes. Different restaurants invite for lunch.

    The highlight of this mountain excursion is probably the thrilling descent on the world's steepest cogwheel railway, with a significant 48 degree gradient, down to Alpnachstad. Here you board the boat for a lovely cruise on the beautiful Lake Lucerne and make your 1-hour trip back to Lucerne where your journey ends at the pier.

Location

Activity location

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    Pilatus
    • 6010, Alpnach, Obwalden, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Bus Parking Landenberg, Alpenquai, 6005 Luzern
    • 2 Alpenquai
    • 6005, Luzern, Luzern, Switzerland