Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Private Day Tour from Zürich
Overview
Embark on a tailored adventure from Zürich to Luzern by train, followed by a scenic boat journey. Ascend to the summit of Mt. Pilatus via the world's steepest cogwheel train, accompanied by a private guide. The panorama continues as you descend with an aerial cableway back to Luzern. This exclusive tour seamlessly combines cultural insights, breathtaking landscapes, and the personalized touch of a private guide for an unforgettable Swiss experience.
What's Included
- All transportation fees for boat, coghwheel railway, gondola and bus
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses during the tour
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Zurich Hb - Stazione Centrale Di Zurigo (pass by)
Lake Lucerne
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Alpnachstad (pass by)
Mount Pilatus
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Fräkmüntegg
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Krienseregg (pass by)
Kriens (pass by)
Kapellbrücke
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children must be accompagnied by an adult
- For wheelchair assistance - please contact us before booking
- Please note: Boat and coghwheel railway will operate Mai to October only. Off season, the tour will be performed by travelling to mount Pilatus both ways by gondola, the tour will be finalized with a 1-hour tour on the lake Lucerne by panoramic boat after the return travel from mount Pilatus.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Private Day Tour from Zürich?
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Activity code: C-8283P142
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- all transportation fees for boat, coghwheel railway, gondola and bus.
- all taxes, fees and handling charges.
- local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only.
- food and drinks.
- personal expenses during the tour.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Private Day Tour from Zürich is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All transportation fees for boat, coghwheel railway, gondola and bus
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses during the tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- a minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- children must be accompagnied by an adult
- for wheelchair assistance - please contact us before booking
- Please note: Boat and coghwheel railway will operate Mai to October only. Off season, the tour will be performed by travelling to mount Pilatus both ways by gondola, the tour will be finalized with a 1-hour tour on the lake Lucerne by panoramic boat after the return travel from mount Pilatus.
