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5 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lucerne
Your guide will greet you at the Lucerne meeting point, before whisking your away to Mt. Pilatus
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.
Meet & Greet at Lucerne Train Station (Instructions will be sent after booking)
Mt. Pilatus Golden Route Pass (Mid-may to mid-October)
Local Guide
Lake Lucerne Cruise Pass
Lunch (can be purchased by card at Mt. Pilatus)
Gratuities
426 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
bronteb2026,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had the best time, Michelle was incredibly knowledgeable and educated us about the history and culture of Switzerland as well as Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne. It was so beautiful up the top, felt like exploring a winter wonderland. You get an hour up the top of the mountain to explore and grab lunch. We all had an amazing time :))
austinbV6459PG,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle was an excellent tour guide, she was very professional throughout the trip and showed us many unique things, she was very nice and helped my family and I take photos throughout the day.


Fearless53393226458,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle made the day, she was funny, informative and the overall experience was fantastic! If you have the option, try to get on her tour.

Ian B,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing experience! Michelle was excellent, she was amazing and new so much. She told us so much about the history. The information was excellent. We had an excellent day. Would highly recommend!
jessieg2026,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle was early and kept us on time for everything. She had so much information about Switzerland and the mountains and cities around. She was so sweet and friendly, especially kind with our 3 kids. Would highly recommend and definitely ask for Michelle! She was a dream tour guide!
rebeccadG638LN,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle was THE BEST tour guide. She was so sweet, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the entire day. We would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone.
gabiidiaas,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle our guide was amazing! We had a really nice time with her today, going to mount Pilatos and lake cruise! She was so kind, fun and make the day memorable! She speaks English and Spanish fluently and knew everything about the place! Definitely recommend this!
pouyan999,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle was an absolutely wonderful tour guide on our trip from Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus. She was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting and helpful information throughout the journey, which really enhanced the experience. Everything ran smoothly and felt very well organized from start to finish. She was also kind, patient, and accommodating, which made the tour especially enjoyable for us even while traveling with our baby. We truly had a great time and would highly recommend this tour, especially with Michelle as your guide!
teritij,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle was absolutely amazing as our tour guide from Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus. She was so kind, knowledgeable, and patient, and made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. Even traveling with our 1 yr old and a stroller, we had the best time thanks to her thoughtful guidance and support. She truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt comfortable and included. We couldn’t have asked for a better tour or guide!
conorw676,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Michelle was amazing and we had a great time! Tour guide was on time, and we did not have to pay any extra for bus tickets as mentioned by previous reviews. My only critique would be for Tours of Switzerland to make their guides more identifiable when waiting at the train station meeting point.
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