Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich with Lake Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Lucerne's charming Old Town
- Visit the iconic Chapel Bridge
- Enjoy panoramic views from the Lion Monument
- Cruise on the picturesque Lake Lucerne
- Discover Swiss history and culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Zurich to Lucerne
- Guided walking tour of Lucerne's Old Town
- Lake Lucerne sightseeing cruise
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Start your day with a pickup from Sihlquai Bus Station in the center of Zurich. Enjoy the coach ride through the gorgeous Swiss countryside, and along the shores of Lake Lucerne to Lucerne.
Enjoy a brief orientation drive, where your guide points out the main attractions of this charming town like the famous Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Explore this unique city on your own during the following six hours of leisure time.
Included in your tour rate is a one-hour panoramic boat cruise on beautiful Lake Lucerne. Enjoy the stunning views of the lake, the surrounding mountains, and the charming city of Lucerne from the water - a relaxing and unforgettable experience.
Pass by: In the evening, meet again with your tour guide at the same location where you were dropped off for the return journey to Zurich.
Meeting point
Start Location
Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly
- Cruise may be subject to weather conditions
- Confirm departure time and meeting point upon booking
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the city tour
- Bring a light jacket, as weather can change
- Check the weather forecast before departure
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- In 2026, the Saphir yacht is being converted to a sustainable hydrogen-powered system and another motor vessel will operate the cruise. No audio guide will be available.
- The tour includes accompaniment from Zurich to Lucerne and back. For the individual stay in Lucerne and the yacht cruise, tickets and a written itinerary are provided
- Please note that some shops in Lucerne may be closed on Sundays.
Traveler reviews
Top of the mountain great/ perfect guide!
Gabby was a great guide and paid attention to all. Made sure all had their questions answered. Very good at directing us. She cares. Pilatus ride up and down were very memorable. Restaurant at top was excellent.
Highly recommended
We went to Lucerne and Mount Titilis today! It was a very nice experience and we enjoyed it very much! Even though we could not climb to the top of the mountain, we enjoyed it very much! Our driver Antonio and our guide Carla and Walter, very friendly and knew a lot... helped us with everything! Highly recommended this tour!
Very nice tour
Very easy to find the bus station to get on our tour bus. The tour guide gave us a nice overview of the area and took us on a small guided walk to the famous wooden bridge in Lucerne. She provided us with a map of other tourist spots around town and showed us where the boat launch was located. The boat ride was nice and it gave a good overview of the lake and some of its history. Our return bus arrived on time and gave us a comfortable ride home. Please note you are left alone to tour on your own in Lucerne. No one guides you through town. We enjoyed this because we love to check out new locations on our own at our own pace.
Good transportation and guides
Lots of “on your own time” in Lucerne. We had over 6 hrs to explore. The coach ride was well narrated into town and the lake cruise was beautiful on a comfortable quiet boat.
Wonderful cruise and great tour!
Our bus ride was comfortable and informative, and our guide was so helpful and kind. The cruise on Lake Lucerne was absolutely stunning, and you still have plenty of free time during the day to explore the city, eat lunch and do some shopping on your own time. The guide also gave us a map with all the major attractions in the city which was convenient and easy to follow. Overall a wonderful tour and would definitely recommend.