Mt. Pilatus Peak & Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group | From Lucerne
Overview
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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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
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
What To Expect
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.
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Mt. Pilatus Peak & Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group | From Lucerne
Reviews
372 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Never use Viator! Use tours of Switzerland for excellent service
Cosmopolitan651513,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were booked on a Viator tour. The tour guide didn’t show up! At the last minute tours of Switzerland put us on a tour to Mt pilatus. Leighton was our tour guide. He was fantastic!! Thank you Leighton
Amazing
shadia612,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leighton was an incredible guide. So much information was learned from him. He is very patient and kind. He explained all the things we visited and we a party of 6 were very pleased
Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne tour.
Barbara A,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Leighton was our guide and he facilitated the best Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne tour. We had fun as we learned the history of the area and enjoyed the sights. We were for fortunate to experience snow at the top of the mountain. As Floridians, this was one of the highlights of our trip!
Incredible views, rich history, and genuine people
brandonjE1286BA,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Leighton was incredible; he is very well versed in Swiss history, politics, and culture. Taking us up to Mt. Pilatus was an unforgettable experience that I will highly recommend anybody looking for a tour of Lucerne and its many sights to see!
Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne Cruise
Vacationer738506,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leighton was our tour guide and he did a great job at bringing in the history of the area while showing us the natural beauty of Mt. Pilatus and Lake Lucerne. We were fortunate to experience snow at the top of Pilatus and enjoyed the cogwheel train. Overall, a wonderful experience in Switzerland.
Pilatus mountain cog wheel train
Helen B,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very well organised fantastic tour guide, very knowledgable & personable unforgettable day awe inspiring views
Excellent tour
Lisa G,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great Guide! Leighton was very knowledgeable. He shared so much history and culture with us. I highly recommend this tour!
Excellent Tour!
Amy B,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leighton was an excellent guide! He was so friendly, welcoming, and informative. He took excellent pictures to help us capture the moments. He knows so much history and culture and shared so much with us.
Day tour of lake lucern and Pilatus
KailS83,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an AMAZING day with Leighton! We had perfect weather which was a huge bonus. It was highly organized and very flexible with the timeframes to get us the best view possible of lake lucern and Pilatus. Leighton was incredibly knowledgeable and full of passion! He offered to take photos of us all day which was so thoughtful and much appreciated. We HIGHLY recommend this tour and ask for Leighton if possible!
Great tour
annmaried808,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful visit to Pilatus. Leighton was a great tour guide. The snow was perfect. I only wish the gondolas were not being worked on at the time of my visit.
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