Lucerne Walking & Boat Tour: The Best Swiss Experience
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
This incredibly wide-ranging and exceptional local experience encompasses the very best of Lucerne's attractions in 3 hours. Discover Lucerne's best sights and attractions from the water on a one hour Lake Cruise, and in a two hrs. panoramic walking tour visiting the Chapel Bridge, Water Tower, Lake Lucerne, Lucerne River, Lion Monument, City Wall and middle ages towers. After the Walking tour, your guide will provide all info. and tickets to begin the boat tour (self guided with audioguide in several languages)
Round up your Swiss activity with a Real Swiss Culinary experience tasting the best central Swiss cheese and a glass of swiss wine, or enjoy an Alpine Bier paired with Sausage and Pretzels as an optional tour extension.
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Bookings from 1 single person up to Groups of 8 are possible.
If you hace bigger groups, then get in touch with customer service to check availability and price.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Provide mains travellers number to contact them directly and send them the boat tickets
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Chapel Bridge
Walk along the Chapel Bridge and learn about its history and admire the well preserved old town. Time spent here is flexible.
Luzern Altstadt
Walk along the river and admire the beauty of Lucerne old town.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Two hrs. walking city tour
One hour sightseeing cruise( optional and needs to be included when making the booking))
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Personal expenses
Travel Insurance
Options
Tour+Boat+AlpineBeer+Snacks
Tour+Boat+AlpineBier&Snacks: 3 dl Naturally Brewed Alpine Beer paired with Two White Alpine sausages, Home made Mustard and One delicious Pretzel.
Walking Tour no Boat
Two hrs. Walking Tour: Two hrs. Walking tour without Boat. Visiting all main sites in the city
Walking Tour and Lake Cruise
Walking and Lake Cruise Option: Two hrs walking tour and One hr Boat trip
Tour+LakeCruise+Cheese Tasting
Central Swiss Cheese Tasting: Includes 3 different kinds of Swiss Cheese + Glass of Swiss Wine/non alcoholic drink,
Still Water and fresh bread.
Walking and Lake Cruise Tour
Reviews
415 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend this tour
Simon S,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Isabella was a great guide she was very informative and easy to chat to , myself and my girlfriend had a wonderful experience it was snowing on the day which added to the vibe of such a beautiful place , we're thankful to Isabella for taking a lovely photo of us ( even with the freezing temperatures ! ) after the tour we got on a boat in lake Lucerne which provided even more breathtaking scenery , I would highly recommend this tour
Falling in love with Lucerne
patricia m,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Unmissable tour of the historic center by Luis who with his kindness and wisdom helped us discover this wonderful city
Lucerne walking tour with Luis
Kathy P,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Luis took us on an informative and fun walking tour of Lucerne. It was our first day in this charming city. Luis told us the history of the city and he gave great tips on restaurants, coffee, chocolate etc. My husband was especially happy with the hot chocolate suggestion and beer place! Thank you Luis!!
Luis was very...
Pete K,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Luis was very knowledgable and a great guide! I strongly recommend him. The boat trip wasn't anything too special though. We would have rather just spent another hour with Luis.
Do not recommend.. way pricey for the service
Timoelt3m,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Unfortunately,, this should be promoted as private tour ! Nobody was with me and the tour guide. Way way pricey. You pay 188 $ for 1:20 minutes!!! We met at the station he took me to the bridge the lion walked through the old town left me by the Christmas market to go back to take the boat 50 minutes in lake Lucerne. I have to be honest luis the guide was nice and knowledgeable but you need to consider the price people that’s theft
It was informative, fun,...
Carrie F,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was informative, fun, and interesting! My brother and I enjoyed learning some of the history of this area. We also enjoyed the many meaningful sites our guide shared with us.
Great way to be introduced to Luzern.
cory L,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Pablo was excellent! He was very informative, enthusiastic and will to answer every question. Great way to introduced to Luzern.
Lucerne walking tour w/boat ride.
Cathy P,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Easy walking. Friendly guide. It'd be helpful if guide used a microphone device & we had a headset to listen.
Isabella is a great...
Joseph B,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Isabella is a great guide. Very personable and made sure we received the best tour possible. Informative on land and great seeing from the lake as well.
Great Tour of Lucerne
Karl B,,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Luis was a great tour guide and showed us all the important points in Lucerne. He is very knowledgeable about the history.
From CHF 89.00
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