Lucerne and Bürgenstock Day Trip from Zurich

3.5
(4 reviews)

9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

Combine your trip to Lucerne, one of the most popular Swiss towns, with an unforgettable visit to Bürgenstock, famously known for its luxurious resort and panoramic views over the Lake and surrounding Alps. Enjoy your free afternoon at Bürgenstock to get a glimpse of the world of luxury at the resort, or opt for a hike in the alpine surroundings and take an optional ride with the renowned Hammetschwand elevator.

What's Included

"Best of Lucerne" audio guide (available for download on your own device)
Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide
Boat cruise on Lake Lucerne
Bürgenstock funicular
Transportation in comfortable coach with AC
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hammetschwand Lift
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Best of Switzerland Tours AG

The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Zurich (Pass by)

    From the centrally located Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station, the scenic coach journey begins through the city of Zurich, beautiful countryside, and along the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons to Lucerne.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Luzern Altstadt

    On the way into the Old Town of Lucerne, your guide points out the most eminent landmarks like the Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Once having arrived use your free time to roam around Lucerne, explore its sights, have a bite to eat or go straight away to the boat to Kehrsiten.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Embark on a 25-minute scenic cruise to Kehrsiten, where you board the Bürgenstock funicular.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Once you reached the luxurious Bürgenstock resort, get a refreshing drink or snack at the panoramic terrace or in the Lakeview Lounge while enjoying the stunning views over Lucerne and its surroundings. Visit the Hotel Museum and wander through 145 years of Swiss hotel history and retrace the paths of celebrities like Charlie Chaplin, Audrey Hepburn or Sean Connery. For all the active or thrill-seekers we highly recommend taking an alpine hike to the Hammetschwand Lift, the world’s highest exterior elevator (optional). Descend by funicular again and return to Lucerne with a relaxing boat trip.

    2 hours 20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Zurich (Pass by)

    In the evening the guide will meet you again in Lucerne to bring you back to Zurich, where your tour started in the morning.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour is accompanied from Zurich to Lucerne and from Lucerne to Zurich. For the individual stay in Lucerne and the visit to Bürgenstock, tickets and a written itinerary are provided.
  • Please note that some shops in Lucerne and on the Bürgenstock are closed on Sundays.
Supplied by Best of Switzerland Tours

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Rail Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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