Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic drive through Swiss countryside
- Explore Lucerne's historic Old Town
- Ride the Titlis Rotair gondola
- Experience the Ice Flyer chairlift
- Panoramic views from Mount Titlis summit
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Zurich to Mount Titlis and Lucerne
- Guided tour of Lucerne's Old Town and Chapel Bridge
- Admission to Mount Titlis with access to Ice Flyer chairlift and Titlis Rotair gondola
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: From the centrally located Sihlquai Bus Station, the scenic coach journey begins through the city of Zurich, the beautiful views of the countryside, and along the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons to Lucerne.
Enjoy a brief orientation drive, where your guide points out the main attractions of this charming town like the Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church, and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Enjoy some time at leisure to explore the Old Town before the journey continues to Engelberg, where the valley station of Mt. Titlis cable car is located.
At the valley station the breathtaking journey with the different aerial cable cars to the top of Mt. Titlis, located on 3'000 m.a.s.l., begins. Enjoy the spectacular sight of the glacier's deep crevasses and gigantic ice boulders from the revolving cable car Rotair. At the top of Mt. Titlis a high alpine panorama awaits you.
Visit the Glacier Cave and pass over Europe's highest suspension bridge - the Cliff Walk! Take a ride with the Ice Flyer which brings you close to the crevasses and the Glacier Park where you can experience snow tubing even in summer! Enjoy magnificent views of the Alps from the restaurants or the sun terrace.
Pass by: Your action-packed day trip to Mt Titlis concludes with drop-off at Sihlquai Coach Terminal in central Zurich at approximately 7pm.
Meeting point
Start Location
Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour departure time and location in advance.
- Be aware of the tour's cancellation policy and any associated fees.
- Ensure you have valid travel documents if required for the tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for Lucerne's cobblestone streets.
- Bring a jacket, as temperatures can be cooler at higher altitudes.
- Check the weather forecast for Mount Titlis to ensure optimal conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Tour operates in all weather conditions, please bring a warm jacket, shoes with a solid rubber sole and sun glasses to experience all indoor and outdoor attractions
- Ski Experience option: min. age 10 years; children must be accompanied by an adult
- Ski Experience option: designed for ski first-timers only (no access to other slopes, no experience required, no skiing lesson)
- Ski Experience option: subject to weather conditions; if cancelled a partial refund will be provided
- Ski Experience option: Ice Flyer not included
- **From June 2026: Due to the construction of the new Titlis tower and mountain station, visits to the summit will be limited to approximately one hour to enjoy the available activities (weather permitting) before descending to the Trübsee middle station, where restaurant facilities will be available.**
- Optional visit of observation deck “TITLIS Horizon” (available from June 1st, 2026). Cost: CHF 18.00 adult / CHF 9.00 child (to be paid on spot in cash or by credit card)
- (*) The TITLIS Rotair will be closed from 17 August to 11 December 2026. Outside of this period, routes and modes of transportation may be subject to change without prior notice due to ongoing construction work
Traveler reviews
Titlis - Beautiful, must visit.
Convenient option for a day trip to Titlis. Going with a group and guided tour saved us quite a bit of time, especially since we had only one day planned for Mount Titlis. The logistics were smooth and it was definitely easier than planning everything independently. The guide was okay, but could have been more proactive—we ended up navigating quite a bit on our own. Overall, still a good option if you’re short on time and want a hassle-free visit.
It is a must see/do...
It is a must see/do Switzerland experience! We had and beautiful day and the view was stunning ! Weather was perfect for both visibility and temps. So glad we picked this tour.
We loved the mountain...
We loved the mountain experience . We were not h happy that the tour guide told us to be ready to leave at 4:30pm. The plan to leave was changed and there was no notification of the change in the departure time. It was raining and cold, now I know that the tour guide can't predict the weather however there were small children on this tour that had no place for any of us to stay warm.
This tour exceeded our...
This tour exceeded our expectations. It was punctual, fun, professional attitudes from Victor and team. The skilled driving was amazing.
We had Fernando and...
We had Fernando and Shyrah as our tour guide. They were kind and informative. Lake Lucerne is so beautiful. Doesn't even look real it is so breathtaking. Mt Titlis and surrounding scenery was gorgeous as well. They have several activities to do while on the mountain that are fun. We were blessed with incredible weather. Definitely a great tour.