Pilatus Golden Roundtrip: Exclusive Small Group Tour from Luzern

Overview

Available languages

English

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Embark on an extraordinary small-group adventure, "The Golden Roundtrip," beginning in Luzern. Cruise across the serene Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad, where you'll board the cogwheel train for a breathtaking ascent to Mount Pilatus. Enjoy leisurely free time atop Pilatus, whether savoring the views or exploring the surroundings. The return journey unfolds with a cableway descent via Kriens, offering a thrilling and scenic conclusion to this iconic experience. Limited to a select few, this exclusive tour ensures an intimate and unforgettable exploration of Switzerland's natural wonders and historic landmarks.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

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

typical "golden round trip" by boat, cogwheel train, gondola

English speaking Swiss tourguide

all necessary tickets (no aditional costs)

seat reservation for guaranteed departure on cogwheel train

Food or drinks (lunch break at one of various restaurants)

Gratuities

What To Expect

Lake Lucerne

You start your tour with the one hour lake boat transfer from Luzern to Alpnachstad. After leaving the bay of Luzern, the boat glides along the shore of Hergiswil and Stansstad to the bay of Alpnach. On the entire boat tour you have the surrounding mountains in sight.

1 hour•Admission Included

Alpnachstad

Alpnachstad is the connection point between the lake boat and the steepest cogwheel train in the world. Within 35 minutes the cogwheel train climbs along the ridge and passing alpine meadows to Pilatus Kulm.

•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Pilatus golden tour

Reviews

4.20

35 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

It was a very varied tour...
Daryl B,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a very varied tour with a Swiss guide. He took us to the boat, had a reservation for the cog railway, and answered all my questions. The journey is impressive, and it's a great way to pass the time on the mountain. On the return trip, we took the gondola back, and the view is incredible. Highly recommended.
extraordinary round tour
Imra C,
May 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a well organized tour with a nice guide. Got by boat to the train where we had reserved seats. Got free time at the mountain so we could explore for us and had a great lunch at the restaurant. Tourguide travelled with us another way back to Luzern which was great. Absolutely fullfilled what it stands for. And as we travellled just with 2 others, it was not a typical group tour.
Wonderful tour and great guide!
Carl A,
Jun 18, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Our tour guide Abraham was wonderful! It ended up just being me and my husband signed up for the tour and our guide found us and met us right at the meetup spot. He was invaluable with his knowledge of the area and the mountain, had great history and fun facts that he would share and we really enjoyed his guidance. He knew when to offer information or point something out but also knew when to leave us alone to enjoy the views and each others company on such a wonderful outing. Highly reccomend!
Tour cut short
Stanley B,
Jun 11, 2024
- Viator
3.00
Our guide, Ani, was very experienced and personal. No fault of hers, the lake cruise canceled same morning with no explanation. Probably not enough passengers. Then the Pilatus summit was all fog so nothing to do or see. So we just went back down and ended the tour.
Mt Pilatus — A Must See
lori l,
Oct 12, 2023
- Viator
5.00
This excursion is a must for anyone visiting the Lucerne area. The scenery and views are unparalleled to anywhere in the world. The boat ride around Lake Lucerne was a great way to see the area while relaxing on the water, and the cog wheel and cable cars gave us insight to the residents who live off the land. Our tour guide was personable, knowledgeable about the area, and patient while we climbed to the top of Mt Pilatus (7,000 feet).