Mt. Pilatus & Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group 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

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are 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

Standard Rail Pass

Mt. Pilatus Steepest Cogwheel Experience (From Mid-May to Mid-October)

Local Guide

Lake Lucerne Cruise Pass

Lunch at the Mt. Pilatus

Gratuities

What To Expect

Basel

Your guide will greet you at the Basel Train Station before whisking you away to Lucerne by train

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Pilatus Luzern

Our accent to Mount Pilatus will take us aboard the iconic “dragon ride” aerial cable cart, where we will float back to earth suspended in a giant glass cabin. The windowed walls provide 360 views of the Lucerne region, and many compare the experience to 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 Mount Pilatus.

1 hour • Admission Included

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Mt. Pilatus & Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group Tour | From Basel

Reviews

4.52

92 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Rose was amazing! We...
Doreen L,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Rose was amazing! We learned so much about Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne. The views from the boat and on the mountain were amazing!!!
Great time in Lucerne
James T,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our tour guide, Ana, made our experience delightful. Ana was very knowledgeable about Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus.
Amazing Trip
William V,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was a fantastic vacation experience! We were met by Anna, our amazing tour guide at the Basel train station and took a 1 hour very comfortable train ride through the Swiss countryside. Once in Lucerne we had a walking tour, Anna was very knowledgeable and informative. From Lucerne we traveled to the top of Mt Polatus, there were fabulous views from the cable car, we had an hour at the top to look around, have lunch and buy some souvenirs. After taking the Cogwheel Train down the mountain we boarded a boat for a leisurely cruise on beautiful Lake Lucerne. The whole adventure was amazing and worth every penny! We would highly recommend it!!
It is an amazing...
Albert R,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It is an amazing experience! So beautiful! Very nice day with an amazing tour guide, Leighton. Our small group was perfect.
The experience of a lifetime!
Joseph D,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our guide Rose was fabulous; extremely helpful and conscientious in ensuring all in our group were able to maximize the experience. She was also very knowledgeable about local history.