Mount Rigi: A Scenic Day Trip to the Queen of the Mountains
Overview
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6 hours 10 minutes
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Embark on an iconic journey from Luzern to the majestic heights of Mount Rigi with our exclusive small group tour. Glide gracefully across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Lucerne, then ascend in style aboard the historic cogwheel train to reach the summit. Enveloped in awe-inspiring panoramas and guided by expert narration, this adventure promises an unforgettable fusion of Swiss beauty, alpine wonder, and personalized luxury.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
English speaking Swiss tourguide
cogwheel train to Mt. Rigi
all necessary tickets for the tour (no additional costs)
boat ride on lake Lucerne Luzern-Vitznau and Weggis-Luzern
aerial cableway ride to Weggis
Food or drinks (lunch break at restaurant with various menus)
Gratuities
What To Expect
Lake Lucerne
Embark on a tranquil voyage across the glistening waters of Lake Luzern, as you journey from the historic city of Luzern to the charming lakeside village of Vitznau. Glide past picturesque landscapes, framed by towering mountains and verdant shores, while indulging in the soothing rhythm of the gentle waves. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Switzerland's natural splendor as you sail towards Vitznau, where quaint architecture and alpine vistas await, promising a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life
Embark on an unforgettable alpine adventure aboard the historic cogwheel train from Vitznau to Rigi Kulm, the 'Top of Switzerland.' Feel the excitement build as you ascend through lush forests and rugged terrain, marveling at breathtaking panoramas unfolding before your eyes. As the train climbs higher, immerse yourself in the crisp mountain air and the awe-inspiring vistas of snow-capped peaks and emerald valleys below
Options
Rigi group tour
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The trip itself and the...
stephan d,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The trip itself and the views were worthwhile. Compared to other Viator tours and tour guides we have taken and had, the guide on this tour was just average compared to the excellent guides we have had in the past.
Save Your Money — Do It Yourself
Venkataramani G,
Jul 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Definitely not worth the money! If you’re visiting Lucerne, just take the boat and train on your own — you’ll save at least $900, which you can spend elsewhere. The guide was a nice guy, and I don’t think he was the problem, nor is the attraction itself bad — but you’re clearly paying about twice as much for something you could easily do on your own..
A spectacular trip!
Anita H,
May 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00From the boat ride along Lake Lucerne to the cogwheel train up to Mt. Rigi to the beautiful mountain experience, to a great cable ride and beautiful walk through a village, this trip was marvelous!
Highly recommended!!!
Imra C,
Apr 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We took this tour on our second day in Luzern after we did Mt. Pilatus the day before. It was way better than expected! The tour to Rigi was an absolute highlight! Our guide was fantastic – friendly, knowledgeable, and full of interesting insights. The views from Rigi were breathtaking, even better than at other popular spots. What made it even more special was how few people were around. Highly recommended!!!
underrated tour
Evans V,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I would say, that this is the most underrated tour. The lake boat cruise is stunning, the cogwheel train to Rigi is great, the views are speachless and the return travel by cable car just fantastic. Had a great lunch and a smooth short panoramic walk. I really recommend this tour, as it is less crowded than Mt.Pilatus where we have been the day before. Compared to Pilatus, this tour ist much better!
lovely day tour
Daryl B,
Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00this was a fantastic day we spent with our guide Rolf. boat trip is stunning, train to Rigi has incredible views. spent our lunch break at a nice terrasse to sit outside and our guide took us to a easy 20minutes panoramic walk.
panorama experience
Claudette P,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An absolutely great tour! The journey up to Mount Rigi was full of stunning scenery – from peaceful boat rides to the cogwheel train. At the top, we enjoyed a delicious lunch with spectacular views, followed by a lovely short walk to take in the fresh mountain air. The panoramic views over the lakes and Alps were simply breathtaking. Our guide (forgot his name, sorry) was hilarious and shared so many interesting facts about Switzerland, making the experience both fun and informative. A perfect escape into nature outside Lucern.
loved our guide, this is a full day
Evans V,
Mar 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The highlight of our time in Switzerland. Our guide, Dominique, was super fun and extremely knowledgable. She knew the answer to every question we asked and we really enjoyed our time with her. Although it's possible and pretty easy to do the trip without a guide, I would really recommend booking a guide. It removes all of the stress and allows you to learn a lot more about Switzerland than you would without one. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone that has a free day in Switzerland!
The day trip was amazing
Imra C,
Mar 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The day trip was amazing with spectacular views. Our tour guide, Anja, was really helpful all day. Arrived on time. Offered her local knowledge of the trip throughout the day. Made sure we got all the right connecting boats, trains and cablecars. We got much more out of the day because of her service. Highly recommended
The guide was informative
Lori C,
Mar 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was informative and helpful. The train was stunning and the proposed lunch was good. The only disappointing thing was the lack of snow in mid-December, not something Viator could control. Even without snow, the scenery, including distant glaciers, was great.
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