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Top 10 Day Trips from in Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne
Lucerne is an ancient town with strikingly modern sensibilities. One of Europe’s oldest covered bridges serves as its centerpiece, and fresco-adorned historic houses line the streets, but it’s also home to the cutting-edge KKL, a concert hall and art gallery. Take the cableways up the Pilatus, Stanserhorn or Rigi mountains for breathtaking views, or see Lake Lucerne on a steamship cruise.
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1. Private Full-day Guided Hike from Lucerne
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
One of the best off-the-beaten track hikes in Central Switzerland. Avoid Tourists areas, discover Switzerland like a local. Enjoy beautiful views over lake Lucerne and get the chance to discover Switzerland hidden gems. Our guide will accompany you through this unique journey and you will get to know about the local culture and heritage of this beautiful country. Total hiking time is between 2 to 3 hours and is totally customisable with your guide. Everyone is welcome as well as all ages.
Inclusions: Transportation on Gondola, Train, Bus and Boat is included in the rate.
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Cillian88
I fully believe that my newfound love of Skiing is all thanks to Andrea and his teaching methods. He was patient, empathic, engaging, and thorough with any feedback that I needed and when things were not working out he was able to change tact and figure out a way to make it work for me. I had never been skiing before and Andrea was excellent at settling me into how it worked, from the boots and skis to how to turn and position my body while skiing. Andrea was very knowledgeable and experienced. After our last lesson (2nd lesson ever) I had enough confidence and learned so much from Andrea that I was able to head back up the slopes again after our lesson on my own. This is a testament to his ability as not only a skier but as an instructor. I would encourage anyone thinking of taking up skiing or improving their technique to book a lesson with Andrea.
2. Mt Stanserhorn & Lucerne city day Photography Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
On this full-day Private Photography Tour you will discover the magnificent Mount Stanserhorn in the heart of the stunning Swiss countryside. This journey to the (6230ft / 1900m) high summit involves different transportation methods, first take the train to Stans on the southern side of Lake Lucerne, a ride which will take roughly 20 minutes, then make a time-jump ride on a wooden vintage funicular from the 19th century right before getting to the top-modern Cabrio cable car. Photography Enthusiasts, inexperienced hikers and nature lovers welcome! Discover the beauty of Lucerne city in a 2.5 hrs. walking tour and photograph and know the history of Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument, City old Wall and Lucerne Castle. To round up your alpine experience add a private photo-shooting along the tour with an on line gallery to download all images taken. All Camera skills welcome, from a compact, professional camera to an smart phone.
Inclusions: Mountain/photographer local guide, Private Tour, 2.5 hrs. Lucerne Walking Tour , Private photography shooting along the tour (Optional Extension), On-line private gallery to download the images (Optional Extension), Lift ticket to Lucerne Castle, Full escorted tour to Stanserhorn from Lucerne
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Travel Insurance, Personal expenses, Camera and camera equipment, Transportation to Stanserhorn from Lucerne(train,Funicular and Cabri’o) cost p.p. approx. CHF 68.00
Reviewed By L8537UBmohammedk
Very good and informative tour and tour guide Professional Great pics Great day Showed us places with brilliant views
3. Swiss Knife Valley Bike Tour & Lake Lucerne Cruise
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
A combination of exercise and relaxation for a perfect day, a 3-4 hour, 40 km/24 mile ride using a power-assisted electric bikes that most people of normal physical fitness and stamina can do, combined with a scenic 2-hour lake cruise back to Lucerne. Ride along mostly off-road paths and trails on a ridge overlooking the lake and surrounding mountains, through beautiful countryside, green forest, and neatly cultivated farmland. Walk in William Tell’s footsteps at the Hohle Gasse and learn more about Switzerland’s great hero and his enduring significance today. As you wander on back-roads to Brunnen you can stop by at the the Swiss Knife Valley Center and Retail Store and vitsit their interesting pocket knife museum or watch how the iconic Swiss army knife is assembled. Note: minimum age to ride an E-Bike is 16 years.
Inclusions: Private guide for the day, Swiss Flyer E-bike and helmet, 2 hour Lake Lucerne cruise on return to Lucerne for you and your e-bike
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Self-assembled knife - if you want to do this, please mention it at time of booking
Reviewed By elizabethsf2016
I spent a wonderful November day with Eve doing the William Tell hike. As a relative newcomer to Switzerland, Eve's knowledge and enthusiasm for her adopted country was infectious. In addition to the spectacular scenery and delicious local picnic lunch, she was a wealth of knowledge about the country and outdoor activities. The schedule was easy and we weren't rushed. We had lots of sunshine and finishing the boat trip at sunset and in the dark was very pretty. What a wonderful and memorable day in the beautiful outdoors.
4. Mount Rigi Day Pass With Mineralbad & Spa Rigi Kaltbad and Boat Ride Lucerne
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Take your Swiss Alps adventure to new heights on this independent day trip to Mt Rigi. Explore this breathtaking destination at your own pace, starting with a boat cruise from Lucerne. Your Mount Rigi self-guided day ticket grants access to one of Switzerland's most famous mountains. A preferred outing for families, hikers or lovers of a relaxing day in nature. The mountain lays like a peninsula within Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug, right in the heart of Switzerland. It is very easily connected from Lucerne by boat to Vitznau. The 360-degree views from the top are stunning and the countless optional activities provide full relaxation for everybody. Combine your mountain excursion with some relaxing hours at the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa which delivers an exclusive wellness experience surrounded by a legendary Alpine landscape. Unwind and pamper yourself.
Inclusions: Round-trip Lake Lucerne cruise (2nd class), Rides on Europe's first mountain railway (cogwheel train) from Vitznau - Rigi Kulm, Rides on the cable car from Weggis - Rigi Kaltbad (closed from: 17.-19.06.2019 / 04.-15.11.2019), Entrance Fee to the Mineral Bahts & SPA in Rigi Kaltbad
Exclusions: Towels, but they can be hired for an additional surcharge at the Mineral Baths & SPA Rigi Kaltbad, Transportation to/from attraction, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By godfreyn735
This is the main summit of Schwyzer Alps with the Rigi Kulm is 1798 m above sea. The mountain is surrounded by 3 lakes; Lake of luzern, Lake of Zug & Lake of Lauerz. Tourist have to come up to the Kulm by th oldest mountain railways named Rigi Railways.
5. Mount Titlis Glacier Excursion Small Group Tour from Luzern
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Titlis is a mountain of the Uri Alps, located on the border between the cantons of Obwalden and Bern. At 3,238 metres (10,623 ft) above sea level, it is the highest summit of the range north of the Susten Pass, between the Bernese Oberland and Central Switzerland. The last part of cable car leads above the glacier. At Klein Titlis, it is possible to visit an illuminated glacier cave from an entrance within the cable-car station, which also includes shops and restaurants. The Titlis Cliff Walk, the highest elevation suspension bridge in Europe giving views across the Alps. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide, All transportation fees, All entrance fees
Exclusions: Travel to starting point in Luzern, Food and drinks, Personal expenses during the tour, Gratuities welcome for the tourguide
Reviewed By eddie c
No issues here so have no concerns that you might be left stranded or that your guide doesn't speak your language or that the tour is somehow altered or changed. However at the price my partner and I were surprised at lack of basic historical facts so check the resume of guide if you are a stickler for detailed knowledge of experiences in this tour.
6. Self-Guided Tour: Mount Titlis Glacier Excursion plus Ice Flyer
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a self-guided tour and you may travel fully independent to the Engelberg valley and Mount Titlis Glacier World. With our detailed travel instructions you travel according your preferences, you may stop whereever you want and enjoy the views at a specific point as long as you prefer. You will get the travel booklet and all necessary personalized tickets by e-mail after your booking - no mobile device necessary during the tour.
Inclusions: all necessary tickets for your tour (train to Engelberg, cableway to Mt. Titlis), all taxes, fees and handling charges, travel booklet with detailed description of your self-guided tour (step-by-step), travel booklet with all schedules and alternates for your flexibility, emergency contact from SwissTravelGuide
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Reviewed By OnAir767625
This was absolutely delightful. We couldn't have had a better time,due to our incredible guide,Ulrich. He was very knowledgeable and respectful of our intentions. He made the long ride entertaining as well as educational. We would definitely use his service again. Our only issue was trying to reach your office by phone a couple of days before our trip to confirm and not being able to reach anyone. This created undo stress and it totally unacceptable and needs to be addressed. Thank you for our great guide. Maurice & Teena Nanoia
7. Mount Pilatus Golden Round Trip with Lake Cruise Private Tour from Luzern
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 11 reviews
Mount Pilatus is a mountain massiv with several peaks, overlooking Lucerne. The top can be reached with the Pilatus Railway, the world's steepest cogwheel railway, from Alpnachstad, operating from May to November (depending on snow conditions) and the whole year with the aerial panorama gondolas and aerial cableways from Kriens. The classical "Golden Round Trip" involves taking the lake boat from Luzern across to Alpnachstad, going up by the coghwheel railway and returning down on the aerial cableways and panorama gondolas to Kriens, from where the bus takes you back to Luzern. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, all transportation fees for boat, coghwheel railway, gondola and bus
Exclusions: food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour
Reviewed By Brigid R
The boat to cog railway to mountain was fine. A good alternative to the hiking we had been doing, and the mountain is lovely as long as you expect to be in a resort area at the top. You can get away from the crowd by walking a bit, which we did and it was very rewarding. Our guide was decent, nice fellow, and spoke excellent English. He gave us some tidbits on the boat re: mountain and local culture but he also didn’t know the answer to some of our questions and was not much help about where to eat in Lucerne or what else to do.
8. Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip from Lucerne
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 550 reviews
Travel to the top of Europe and admire the soaring peaks of the Swiss Alps on this 9.5-hour Jungfraujoch day trip from Lucerne. Take a scenic drive through high mountain passes to picturesque Lauterbrunnen with your guide. Board the cogwheel train and travel up to Kleine Scheidegg, beneath the famous Eiger North Face. Alight at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Jungfraujoch — Europe's highest railway station at a dizzying 11,333 feet (3,454 meters). Explore the Ice Palace and enjoy panoramic views over the mighty Aletsch Glacier from the observation terrace.
Inclusions: Cogwheel train, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food & Drinks, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Reviewed By U9943DIpaulb
During a short stay in Zurich we took a two hour city tour with headphone commentary (due to the virus there we no tour guides available). For us, at two hours the tour was just about the right length and the commentary was interesting and informative with a narrative that extended to both the city and national relevance. A word about the driver - he was friendly and just about the best bus/ coach driver I have ever experienced. He navigated the often narrow streets and turnings superbly and was courteous to other drivers and pedestrians. Whilst we thought this was quite an expensive tour, (most things in Zurich are quite expensive), we did very much enjoy it and would certainly recommend it.....
9. Mt. Rigi - Day Pass incl. Mineral Baths Rigi Kaltbad
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Your Mount Rigi self-guided day ticket grants access to one of Switzerland's most famous mountains. A preferred outing for families, hikers or lovers of a relaxing day in nature. The mountain lays like a peninsula within Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug, right in the heart of Switzerland. It is very easily connected from Lucerne by boat, train or private car to Vitznau or Weggis, and from Zurich by direct train line or highway A4 to Arth-Goldau. The 360-degree views from the top are stunning and the countless optional activities provide full relaxation for everybody. Combine your mountain excursion with some relaxing hours at the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa which delivers an exclusive wellness experience surrounded by a legendary Alpine landscape. Unwind and pamper yourself.
Inclusions: Rides on Europe's first mountain railway (cogwheel train) from Vitznau - Rigi Kulm, Rides on the cogwheel train from Goldau - Rigi Kulm, Rides on the cable car from Weggis - Rigi Kaltbad (closed from: 17.-19.06.2019 / 04.-15.11.2019), All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions: Food and drinks around the mountain, Towels, but they can be hired for an additional surcharge at the Mineral Baths & SPA Rigi Kaltbad, Any additional activity on the mountain such as, horse-drawn carriage rides, etc., Transportation to/from attraction, Parking fees if you arrive by private car
Reviewed By godfreyn735
This is the main summit of Schwyzer Alps with the Rigi Kulm is 1798 m above sea. The mountain is surrounded by 3 lakes; Lake of luzern, Lake of Zug & Lake of Lauerz. Tourist have to come up to the Kulm by th oldest mountain railways named Rigi Railways.
10. Mount Pilatus Summer Day Trip from Lucerne
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 501 reviews
Enjoy a day of Alpine adventure in Switzerland on this half-day, summer trip to Mt Pilatus from Lucerne. Begin your journey toward the skies with a 30-minute panoramic gondola ride to Fräkmüntegg, and then hop aboard the aerial cableway for your ascent to the summit of Mt Pilatus. Relax at your leisure on the peak or take a short hike to make the most of the stunning scenery below. Descend to Alpnachstad aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train and cruise out onto Lake Lucerne to admire the views from the water.
Inclusions: Professional Guide, Cable car ride (except during maintenance), Cogwheel train ride , Boat ride on Lake Lucerne (from October 18 lunch voucher will be provided instead of boat ride)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop off
Reviewed By Swiss_Miss_K
Great Trip to the Appenzellerland with the Mountain, Cheese and Chocolate Tour. Got delicious cheese and chocolate to taste, scenery is very pretty, very typical. Can highly recommend the trip.
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