Delve into the winter wonderland of Mount Pilatus on a full-day tour of the majestic Alpine landscape from Zurich. Relish the convenience of round-trip transportation by luxury coach and receive a fascinating introduction to the history and geology of the region from your erudite guide. Discover the impressive sights of Lucerne on a guided walking tour; ascend to the summit of Mount Pilatus on an aerial cable car gondola; and enjoy a traditional Swiss lunch in a rustic restaurant.
Lunch is included
Winter day trip from Zurich to Mt. Pilatus
Guided city tour of Lucerne
Ride an aerial cable car gondola to the top of Mt. Pilatus and back down
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Panorama drive to Lucerne with photo stop en route (at Lake Lucerne or the Lion Monument)
Short city tour with main sights of Lucerne
Ride up and down Mt. Pilatus by panorama gondola and aerial cable-car (except during maintenance)
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Professional guide
Lunch voucher is provided (Value CHF 20 adult
CHF 10 child age 6-15)
Exclusions
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Departure & Return
Departure point
Sihlquai coach parking, 8005, Zurich
Departure Time
9:30am
Return Details
Concludes at Sihlquai Bus Terminal at approximately 7:00pm
What To Expect
Greet your guide at a central Zurich location and climb aboard a comfortable, climate-controlled coach for the scenic journey along the shores of Lake Lucerne. On arrival in the pretty city, embark on a short guided tour of Lucerne with your knowledgeable guide and see important monuments like Chapel Bridge and the grand Town Hall. Travel onward to Kriens and climb aboard a panoramic aerial cable car for a ride that ascends to 7,000 feet (2,132 meters) above sea level. Absorb the unique atmosphere of Mount Pilatus, a mythical paradise shrouded in legend and history; hear colorful tales of the dragons reputed to have lived on the mountain, and then take the serpentine Dragon Path to enjoy more stunning Alpine views. Feast on a traditional Swiss lunch in one of the restaurants of Mt Pilatus and descend the mountain on the cable car. Rejoin your coach transfer and relax during the scenic journey back to Zurich, where the tour concludes. Between late October and mid-November the aerial cable car is under maintenance. In this case you will travel up and down Mt. Pilatus by cogwheel train.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
Infants travel free of charge but need to be registered on your booking
Please note that the trip up Mount Pilatus is unguided Guide accompanies the customers to the valley station of Mt. Pilatus in Kriens where he
she organises the cable car tickets and the lunch vouchers. Then customers make their own way up to Mt. Pilatus, spend their time there and make their own way down from Mt. Pilatus back by public bus to Lucerne. In Lucerne they rejoin the tour guide and the group for the return to Zürich.
 From October 23th to November 10 2017 and from October 22, 2018 to November 9, 2018 the round-trip up and down Mt Pilatus will be by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance
Spanish tour on request
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.