Private Tour
Mt Rigi & Mt Pilatus - 2 Peaks in 1 Day
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Mt. Pilatus & Mt. Rigi - if you only have one day in Lucerne and can't decide which mountain do go up, why not choose them both? Our "Two Peaks in One Day" private tour enables you to experience the best of both mountains in one day.
Start with Mt Rigi and its stunning 360-degree views of the surrounding Alps; visit an artisan alpine cheese-maker and walk a panoramic ridge route with views over 3 lakes. Relax with a picnic lunch on a scenic boat cruise before ascending to the top of Mt. Pilatus by gondola and “Dragon Ride” cableway. Return to lake level on the world’s steepest cogwheel train ride and then a quick and easy train ride back to Lucerne.
Please note in winter, there may be a change in the cruise itinerary due to weather conditions. In such cases, the tour may be replaced with an equally enchanting train journey, ensuring you still experience the charm of the city.
Private tour with an expert local English-speaking guide.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Private tour
Light picnic lunch (please notify us in advance of any dietary restrictions)
All activities and transportation listed in the itinerary
Lunch
Gratuities
Items of a personal nature
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Mount Rigi
Enjoy 360 views from top of Mt. Rigi.
Lake Lucerne
Enjoy beautiful views of Lake Lucerne on the Cruise back to Town.
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Mt Rigi & Mt Pilatus - 2 Peaks in 1 Day
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Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ten day Echo Tour in Switzerland
tomeD326JJ,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the 10 day rail tour. It was excellent. We saw major attractions and the exceptional Bernini Express and Glacier Express. The guides provided for three days were just great.
Incredible Honeymoon
A7987IQbeckym,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an unbelievable experience we had in Lucerne! The scenery was breathtaking and we were so thankful to our guide, Walter Di Liberto, who is a local and is very knowledgeable about the area. We are especially thankful to him for taking extra time on our meet & greet day to start our tour. He had looked ahead at the next day’s inclement weather forecast and asked if we might prefer to do half of our tour that day and save the rest for the morning of the scheduled day. We are so glad we did! He also went out of his way to make us feel welcomed with suggestions of things to do with our time alone.
2 mountains in one day can be done
Charlotte H,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alexandra was a delightful guide. She showed us the different modes of transportation including the Cogwheel trains. She took us up Mt Rigi. There we visited a genuine cheese factory and had an artisanal lunch. We hiked the mountain and kissed the cows. We also experienced the top of Mt Pilatus and a boat ride across Lake Lucerne. Alexandra was knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. She was very patient with me climbing up and down mountains since I had limited energy. I highly recommend her for any future tours to anyone.
Adventure is an Open Book
Charles P,
May 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Leo was the perfect guide. We wanted something different, and this activity delivered. The peaks on Mt. Riigi and Mt. Pilatus are intended for scenic views. We had none, but the transport and walking made for a fun adventure anyway. There was snow, and clouds, and icicles, and the great accompaniment of Leo. We learned a lot about our surroundings, and enjoyed a very fun day of exploration, just minus the views. That's the beauty of an adventure. You never know what it will bring.
Full day fun and active adventure
berkeleyg2016,
Jun 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Madeleine did a great job leading our hike and tour for our small group of 5. The hike was beautiful and appropriately strenuous for people who exercise fairly regularly. We stopped for a nice lunch and rode the gondola up to Mt Pilatus. Unfortunately the cog wheel train was out of order, so we had to take the gondola all the way to the bottom and a bus back to town.
An incredible Day on Mt Rigi, Queen of the Alps.
ModestoCA,
Oct 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Ezra was a joy to be with. It is obvious that he thoroughly enjoys what he does and is passionate about the beauty of Switzerland. He is very knowledgeable but fun! My sister & I are in our late 60’s early 70’s so most likely slower than younger folks. Ezra was patient and gave us plenty of breaks. And the views!! Fantastic! We highly recommend this trip and others Echo offers. You will not be disappointed!
Our Swiss rail journey
OnAir44995071329,
Sep 26, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This rail journey trip through Switzerland is one of the most enjoyable travel experience that my wife and I have had. It stands out among dozens of trips that we have had globally. The husband and wife owners Rene and Suzanne were also our guides and Rene being a Swiss born has an incomparable knowledge of the country. The food, accommodations, scenery and attention to the details and needs of all group members was very satisfactory. Our tour was during second and third weeks of August. We saw lots of wild flowers, beautiful countryside and magnificent snow capped mountains both on foot as well as in the comfort of first class ultra modern electric trains. We highly recommend this journey and feel you will have a great time. John and Yvonne
Mt. Rigi & Mt Pilatus
MPHarper,
May 23, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was top notch! Eve could not have been any better. Prompt, organized, engaging, informative and just all around excellent. The day flew by!
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