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Widen your perspective of Switzerland on an exclusive full-day private tour connecting historic city landmarks, tranquil lake waters, and high-altitude mountain scenery!
Your journey begins with door-to-door pickup in a luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicle from your Zurich hotel. Relax on a scenic drive toward Lucerne, where you’ll embark on a guided walk through the historic Old Town. Cross the iconic Chapel Bridge, admire medieval guild houses, and visit the famous Lion Monument.
Next, board a scenic passenger boat to cruise across Lake Lucerne, taking in postcard-worthy waterfront vistas framed by dramatic mountain ridges.
Arrive at Vitznau and ascend Mount Rigi—known as the "Queen of the Mountains"—aboard Europe’s oldest historic cogwheel train. At the 1,798-meter summit, take in breathtaking 360-degree views across 13 Swiss lakes and the snow-capped Swiss Alps. Descend via panoramic aerial cable car to Weggis before meeting your private driver for a comfortable return to Zurich.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can pick you up anywhere in this city. Please let us know where you wish to be picked up and we will collect you there.
Drop off times can vary according to the time of the day and the season
Itinerary
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1Zurich
Hotel Pick-up & Scenic Drive Pick-up directly from your Zurich hotel or custom location in a private, air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Enjoy a relaxed, scenic drive through the Swiss countryside toward Lucerne with live commentary from your personal driver/guide.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Lucerne
Guided Walking Tour of Historic Lucerne
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Chapel Bridge
Explore its iconic sights on a walking tour: Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) and the octagonal Water Tower.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Old Town
Explore Lucerne Old Town (Altstadt) with its decorated medieval facades
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Lion Monument
Explore The Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal) carved into natural rock. Enjoy free time for photos, local boutique shopping, or a quick coffee along the Reuss River.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
Board a passenger vessel at the Lucerne pier for a relaxing 1-hour boat cruise across Lake Lucerne. Take in stunning shoreline views of Mount Pilatus, Mount Bürgenstock, and grand lakeside villas.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7Vitznau
Arrival in Vitznau & Cogwheel Train Ascent Disembark at Vitznau and board Europe’s oldest historic cogwheel railway (opened in 1871). Ascend through alpine pastures and pine forests up to Rigi Kulm ($1,798\text{ meters} / 5,899\text{ feet}$).
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
8Mount Rigi
Mount Rigi Summit, Lunch & Alpine Views Step out at the peak of Mount Rigi ("Queen of the Mountains") to enjoy 360-degree panoramic views over 13 Swiss lakes and the snow-capped Alps. Stop at a mountain restaurant for lunch (cost not included) or enjoy fresh alpine walking trails around the summit.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
9Weggis
Scenic Cable Car Descent to Weggis Take the panoramic aerial cable car down from Rigi Kaltbad to the picturesque lakeside village of Weggis, floating over deep forest canopy and lake views.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
10Zurich
Rejoin your private driver/guide at Weggis for a comfortable, stress-free return drive along Lake Zug toward Zurich. Hotel Drop-off in Zurich Arrive back at your Zurich hotel or preferred city location.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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