Experience the famous Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus: ride the steepest cogwheel train in the world, fly over the peaks on a panoramic cable car and enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne. Unmissable!
Guided Mount Pilatus Golden Round Trip
After meeting in the heart of Lucerne at 12:30 pm, we'll set off through the beautiful Swiss countryside in the direction of Kriens, where we'll begin our "golden round trip" on the iconic panoramic gondolas to Fräkmüntegg. Throughout the half-hour cable car ride, you'll enjoy unparalleled views over the stunning forests of Krienseregg and the surrounding valleys and mountains.
Arriving in Fräkmüntegg, we'll then embark on the Dragon Ride, an aerial cableway which will have you feeling like you're flying over the Swiss Alps. An unforgettable experience!
Once we've reached the peak of Mount Pilatus, you'll have the opportunity to explore the Dragon's Trail and discover the mysterious legend that gave it this name, or to walk up to the mountain's summit. Visit the observation terrace for captivating views of the magnificent mountains and lakes surrounding you and treat yourself to mouth-watering Alpine cuisine in one of the restaurants at your leisure.
Having made the most of your time at Mount Pilatus, we'll begin our descent to Alpnachstad on board the world's steepest cogwheel train. We'll then continue our adventure with an hour-long boat cruise on the Lake of the Four Cantons, enjoying the views of the Swiss Alpine landscapes from a new perspective. Finally, the tour will come to an end back in Lucerne at 6 pm.
Itinerary Changes
The itinerary will be modified between the following dates in 2024:
- Dragon Ride cable car: Throughout the year, except between October 21st and November 8th, 2024 as it will be closed for maintenance. During this time, the ascent and descent will be done via the cogwheel train.
- Cogwheel train: Between the 9th and the 15th of November 2024, the ascent to Pilatus Mountain will be done on gondolas and the descent by the cogwheel train.
- Boat trip: When the boat is not available, between October 21st and November 15th, 2024, a meal ticket (20 Fr (US$ 22.30) per adult and 10 Fr (US$ 11.20) per child) will be provided.
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