Private Tour

Mt. Pilatus & Lake Lucerne Cruise Premium Tour | From Basel

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Towering over the city of Lucerne like a monument to the Swiss wilderness, Mt. Pilatus is a must-visit for nature lovers. This stunning massif boasts several stunning peaks, set within a playground of soaring rock faces, lush rolling valleys, and a network of meandering emerald lakes. The tallest peak in the group, Mt. Pilatus, reaches a heady 2,132 meters above sea level, and is beloved by visitors for its sensational views over the region. We’ll take you to the heart of the sights, with opportunities to explore the Lake of Lucerne, Pilatus summit, and ride the famous dragon aerial cable cars.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

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

Golden Route (mid-May to mid-October)

1st Class Rail Pass

Meet & Greet at your Hotel or Residence

Mt. Pilatus Priority Pass (Cogwheel from mid-May to mid-October)

Lake of Lucerne Cruise 1st Class Pass

Local Guide

Optional Lucerne visit - Provided upon request

Lunch (can be purchased by card at Mt. Pilatus)

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Basel

Your guide and driver will greet you at your hotel or residence, before whisking you away to Mt. Pilatus in a Van

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Pilatus Luzern

In Lucerne, your driver will escort you to the Pilatus Bahn and begin your ascent to Mt. Pilatus. We'll make a little stop at Fraukmuntegg, where you will admire the beginning of the Swiss Alps and the cantons that formed the Swiss Confederation in 1291. Then, you will board the iconic “dragon ride” aerial cable car, where we will float in a giant glass cabin. The windowed walls provide 360 views of the Lucerne region, and many compare it to the experience of flying. Enjoy an ever-changing perspective of the Alpine landscape as historic Lucerne pulls back into focus as we approach the end of the line. The ride is a highlight of any trip to Mt. Pilatus.

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Mt. Pilatus & Lake Lucerne Cruise Premium Tour | From Basel

Pickup included

Reviews

4.95

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Basel
Christina S,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A good tour guide like we had with Jean will make using the local transportation much easier and fun. Jean also had a very good understanding of history which enhanced our experience.
trains, buses, boats oh my!
Steph E,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
super efficient. you will ride a tram from your hotel, then train, then bus, then cable car, gondola, cogwheel, boat, back to the train. All expertly led by Jean and he had tickets, provided an easy relaxed experience. not a lot of walking - one stroll that is uphill and if you want stairs outside top the tip top of mountain. my father has mobility issues and stayed and watched a provided historical movie near the top while I went up. but otherwise able to walk leisurely from one thing to the next. don’t surprised if fog and clouds obscure view. Jean provided history, legends, practical info about swiss life and was funny. great day trip!
Great time from Basel to Lucern.
Mary L,
Aug 11, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Met Michael and he did a great job start to finish. Explained a lot to us - very knowledgeable. Felt we were in great hands the entire time.
Great Basel day trip.
mike p,
Jul 25, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Great day trip from Basel. So much to see and do, the day flew by. Our guide Michael was very professional and personable. We were thankful he was our guide during the Last minute train schedule change and track transfer.
A great tour of Mt Pilatus & Lucerne
Dan W,
Jun 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Ray was a wonderful guide and super understanding. He accommodated our itinerary needs and was a thoughtful and interesting guide.