Mount Pilatus Sightseeing Tour from Lucerne

A half-day tour to explore Mount Pilatus by cable car and cog railway

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Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

On this half-day guided tour, you will have the opportunity to visit one of Switzerland's largest mountains, Mount Pilatus. You'll be able to ascend the mountain via a cable car gondola offering panoramic views of the surrounding alps and landscape, as well as enjoy a one-hour boat cruise on Lake Lucerne during summer months.

You'll also have the opportunity to enjoy free time hiking along the Dragon Trail to the mountain's summit. From here, you'll be able to take the world's steepest cog railway to the base of the mountain.

Why visit

  • Chance to ride in the world's steepest cog railway
  • Picturesque views of the Swiss Alps from Lake Lucerne
  • Opportunity to hike along the iconic Dragon Trail
  • One-hour boat cruise on Lake Lucerne during summer

What's included

  • Guide services
  • Transportation from Lucerne
  • Gondola and cable car ride
  • Cogwheel train ride
  • Boat ride (seasonal)

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Food and drinks
    • Personal expenses

    Restrictions

    • Visitors must show a valid photo ID.
    • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.

    Languages spoken by guide

    English

    Additional information

    From 20 October to 07 November 2025, the Dragon Ride will be replaced by the cogwheel train due to maintenance, and the boat ride will not be available, but you will receive a lunch voucher (CHF 20 per adult and CHF 10 per child).

    From 08 November to 14 November 2025, the ascent will be done with the Dragon Ride, and the descent with the cogwheel train, and the boat ride will not be available, but you'll receive a lunch voucher (CHF 20 per adult and CHF 10 per child).

    During the months of October and November, tour routing and means of transport, including boats and cable cars, may have to be unexpectedly amended without prior notice due to maintenance work. 

    Please note that external weather conditions are beyond the tour provider's control. In case of unfavourable weather conditions, you will not be refunded.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Location

    Meeting point
    Frankenstrasse 2-4, Lucerne, 6003
    Arrive at Frankenstrasse 2-4, located on the walkway behind Hotel Monopol, which is approximately a three-minute walk from Lucerne train station.

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