Mount Rigi and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic boat ride on Lake Lucerne
- Breathtaking views from Mount Rigi summit
- Historic cogwheel train experience
- Explore Lucerne's charming old town
- Visit the Chapel Bridge and Water Tower
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Zurich
- Boat ride on Lake Lucerne
- Cogwheel train ride to Mount Rigi summit
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour operates in English; other language options may be available upon request.
- Children under 6 years old can join for free; discounted rates apply for children aged 6-16.
- Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light jacket, as temperatures can vary at higher elevations.
- Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning landscapes.
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
- Please note: On the following dates, the round-trip to and from Mount Rigi will be operated by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance: 16–27 November 2026 and 1 March–2 April 2027
- The tour is accompanied from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich. For the individual stay in Mt Rigi and Lucerne, tickets and a written itinerary are provided.
Traveler reviews
This was a great way to...
This was a great way to see Mt. Rigi and do a cruise on the lake. The views on both are amazing! Appreciated being able to do this day trip from Zurich. The important thing to know is that the bus does drop you off at the base of the mountain to take the tram up the mountain and you need to be back at a meeting place at the end of the day. The guide does not go with you as they take the rest of the people on a tour of Pilatus. However, they do give you a detailed map and directions with times of how and when to navigate the entire day so you know how much time you have and where to go. We did not have a lot of extra time to explore Lucerne but enough to see a couple of landmarks. It takes longer to find the bus to go back to Zurich than expected as it isn’t the easiest to find, so allow time for that. Overall a good day and glad we did this excursion
Stunning Views
Rolf and our other tour guide were awesome! We enjoyed seeing the beautiful views of the Alps.
Enjoyable Day
The trip was enjoyable. It was not a tour as you are left on your own for the whole day. The boat cruise was too crowded and we were left standing for most of the 1 hour journey to Lucerne despite being first at the queue as other people pushed in and run into the boat. Mount Rigi was scenic at the top of the mountain. Lucerne is a very pretty city.
Fun day in Lucerne with some magnificent guides
It was a very enjoyable and fun excursion; we left from Zurich by bus and the journey to Lucerne (about 1 hour) was super pleasant thanks to the guides Adolfo and Rob, who were very friendly the whole way, sharing very interesting things about Switzerland. What I liked the most was that I learned a lot about the country in a very fun way, and not as boring as other tours. I really liked it and the service was incredible! Lucerne is a beautiful city; it is definitely worth spending a day there. Exceptional guides :)
Definitely recommend this...
Definitely recommend this tour, easy enough to do solo, and the tour guide was very informative. You get given a little itinerary book which helps you keep on track!