Mt. Pilatus: Swiss Wilderness Adventure

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Mt. Pilatus and Lake Lucerne on a small group tour from Lucerne. Explore the stunning peaks, ride the dragon aerial cable cars, and soak in the panoramic views.

Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lucerne - The guide will meet travelers at the Lucerne meeting point before taking them to Mt. Pilatus.
  • Fräkmüntegg - The ascent to Mount Pilatus includes a ride on the iconic “dragon ride” aerial cable car, where passengers will descend in a large glass cabin. The panoramic windows offer 360-degree views of the Lucerne region, often likened…
What's Included
  • Mt. Pilatus golden route pass (Mid-May to mid-October)
  • Local expert guide
  • Lake of Lucerne cruise ticket
What's Not Included
  • Lunch (can be purchased by card at Mt. Pilatus)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Standing majestically over the city of Lucerne, Mt. Pilatus is a must-see for those who appreciate nature. This breathtaking massif features several impressive peaks, surrounded by dramatic rock formations, verdant valleys, and a series of winding emerald lakes.
The highest peak, Mt. Pilatus, rises to an impressive 2,132 meters above sea level, offering…

Location
Luzern
Zentralstrasse
The guide will be waiting in front of Platform 7
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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L4379hikarenp
Oct 15, 2025
Wonderful tour! - We booked through Viator and had a great excursion! Our tour guide Rose met us at Platform 7 at the Lucerne train station and led us on a Great Lake cruise and up to Mt Pilatus on the cog railroad and down via the cable cars! She was knowledgeable and had a great personality! The weather was cloudy on top of the hill but it cleared on the way down. She then guided us back to the train station via city bus which was fun! A fun day made possible by a great tour guide!!
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Rita_c
Oct 14, 2025
Breathtaking Tour! - The cruise was a beautiful trip around Lake Lucerne with a very informative guide, Leyten. The cruise vessel was warm, cozy and lots of snack options with outdoor seating for fantastic views. The highlight was Mt Pilatus! The tram rose up the mountain, through the clouds then..sunshine, mountain top views, mountain goats on cliffs and views that make you feel as if you're in heaven. Take this trip!
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5ms_905
Oct 14, 2025
Mt Pilatus with Leighton - We had a great day on the boat, train, gondola, and bus with Leighton. He provided many insights and information to inform our journey. The view from Mt Pilatus was exceptional
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450kelleyc
Oct 14, 2025
Wonderful - Leighton was a fantastic host. Full of energy and lots of good information. He was very conscientious and kept the group very engaged. The top of Mt Pilates was amazing.
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S6612yjnicholasf
Oct 14, 2025
Leighton - Mt. Pilatus Tour - Leighton was a fantastic guide! He was very energetic and knowledgeable, and made our experience unforgettable. Would 100% recommend him to other people looking for a tour in Lucerne!
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T1474ehcraigb
Oct 13, 2025
Great tour of Mount Pilatus - Excellent experience and very knowledgeable tour guide named Gene. Highly recommend this tour while in Lucerne. You will not be disappointed!
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Wordwashed
Oct 8, 2025
Unforgettable day! - We had a great small group tour to Mt Pilatus including a Lake Lucerne Cruise. The tour guide, Anna, was amazing! She loves her country and her job- both made for a great day! We rode a boat, cog wheel train and two types of gondolas. When we got to the top of Pilatus the weather was beautiful and we could see 73 Mountain peaks! What a day! We highly recommend this tour!
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Lorraine_h
Oct 7, 2025
A perfect way to see Mt Pilatus Peak - This tour was amazing. From meeting point, to the Spectacular Lake Lucerne, the cogwheel at Mt Pilatus and the Gondola ride back down. The scenery was perfection. We had some time on Mt Pilatus to do some quick hikes with amazing views. Also, time to get a snack. We were very lucky that the weather was perfect. Our guide Michelle was fantastic . She knew so much about the area and had a sweet sense of adventure. Just seven people in our group made this adventure so much more fun as we could all laugh and enjoy each others company. Book the smaller group tour!
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B9498vglindaw
Oct 7, 2025
Most memorable experiences! - Jean is a wonderful knowledgeable guide, and this excursion is the trip of a lifetime! We rode a cogwheel train, a bus, a gondola, and a ski lift!
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Destinrental1408
Oct 10, 2025
Guide never showed up. - We were at the designated meeting place early and stayed late and the guide never showed up. I tried messaging our tour guide and he or she never responded. I have requested a full refund. It was extremely upsetting!
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From $265
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).