Private Tour
Private Guided Hike on Mt. Rigi with Farm Visit and BBQ
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Locals agree that Mt Rigi is one of Switzerland’s most favorite places for hiking
Mount Rigi, also known as the “Queen of the Mountains”, is THE mountain peak where Swiss alpine tourism began over 200 years ago. It may not be as high as its opposite peak, Mt Pilatus, but a round trip to the summit of Mt Rigi and a hike along its ridge path with spectacular views is always worth the trip.
Highlights of this tour:
2-3 hours of easy walking on marked trails with panoramic views over the Alps and lakes
We will have a light BBQ lunch – your guide will take care of the fire and logistics. In winter we will have a light lunch at a local restaurant.
(Vegetarians – please warn us in advance!)
4 types of public transportation – local train, cogwheel railway, aerial cableway and and boat
Option to include time at the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Spa Bath indoor/outdoor facilities.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private tour with experienced local English-speaking guide
All transportation from and return to Lucerne
Light grill lunch of Swiss sausage selection (Vegetarians also most welcome but please give us advance warning!)
Alcohol beverages – can be purchased at the nearby Alpine inn Entry to the mineral spa baths.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Mount Rigi
Fabulous 360 views from Top of Mt. Rigi
Lake Lucerne
Cruise back to Lucerne via boat.
Options
Private Guided Hike on Mt. Rigi with Farm Visit and BBQ
Pickup included
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice tour, tricky hike, overpriced but great guide.
Frenglish,
Sep 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Fun tour, four stars only because in my opinion, the tour is way overpriced. Livia was a great guide (loved the story about Wilhelm Tell) the visit to the cheese factory and barbecue was OK, the owner was a little rude because we didn't speak German, also, I do understand it is a farm, but they were pumping and spreading the cow menure right next to the restaurant. Livia did a great job with lunch and the BBQ. I would recommend but I'd cut the price by at least 30%.
Off the beaten path
Jessica P,
Jul 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We like seeing hidden gems when on vacation and this was definitely one. We loved getting to hike on some lesser traveled pass and get up close and personal to the roaming cows. Having Mark do a bbq in one of the outposts was a wonderful and unique experience. Taking the ferry back was an unexpected bonus that allowed the trip to really show all aspects of the area.
Great hiking and experience
spencef2024,
Jul 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience! Our guide Ezra is a native of Lucerne and he went above and beyond for us with our hike and explanation of the culture and history. Request Ezra for sure
Great day with Ezra
I6812MFmichelles,
Aug 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ezra was an amazing tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable and full of so many interesting facts and history. We were very lucky to be able to spend the day with Ezra - tour guide extraordinaire!!
Awesome property, WONDERFUL staff and great location
juliesaxstu,
Mar 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My son and I had the most amazing time on this tour. We actually spent the night at the farm. Our guide, Andrea was the best and we hope to remain in contact with him. I can't express the level of care and compassion he had for my son and I. Also his knowledge of Mount Rigi and the culture was an added benefit. He BBQ a lunch of us over a campfire and we chatted about our lives. It was the highlight of pir two week tour of the area. I would definitely recommend this tour! The overnight at the farm was awesome too. Our host Tony was very accommodating and the fondu dinner he prepared was the best ever! Our room was comfortable and very clean. The morning we awoke to a beautiful breakfast with many choices ranging from fresh croissants, fresh fruit, eggs, cheeses and local meats. I want to go back just writing this review. This was well planned and very professional from start to finish. Great job to Rene and your team. We will be back!!
The grandeur and beauty of Switzerland.
christiney769,
Oct 3, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide David was fun and knowledgeable...We thoroughly enjoyed our guided hike, from start to finish. The scenery was spectacular and the hike was just our pace..David asked our preferences and was very accommodating. We couldn't have asked for a better excursion. He prepared a lovely snack over the fire pit among the beautiful Swiss landscape and the sounds of dairy cow bells in the distance.
Great Hike
Ouranos23,
Aug 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent and accommodating outfit with knowledgeable guides. Great way to spend a day from hiking to taking the cog train, gondola and boat.
Our trip to Lucerne and area was made extra special by two guides Andrea and Glenn, from ECHO Rails & Trails Adventures
msherusa,
Sep 15, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had scheduled four tours with ECHO Rails & Trails Adventures company in Lucerne and surrounding areas. Not only everything was perfectly organized and managed by Andrea Caspani, Director of Operation, but we felt, in every instance, that our guides (we had two guides: Andrea and Glenn) truly cared about us. We were presently surprised by the diversity of our tours: from panorama and country walk to real alpine hiking (Mt. Rigi and Heart of Alpine hike). These four tours with ECHO Rails & Trails will definitely become eye-opening, adventurous and stanning journey – something we will remember for long time! We definitely will be back! Thank you both Andrea and Glenn, we were very happy with you! Respectfully, Tatiana Smirnova and Mikhail Sher, From Minnesota, USA
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