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Known as the Queen of the Mountains, Mount Rigi rises above Lake Lucerne, with the Swiss Alps on one side and the lakes and lowlands on the other.
On this private day trip from Zurich, you will cross Lake Lucerne by boat and then ride Europe's first mountain railway, a cog train that has climbed to the summit since 1871, up to Rigi Kulm at 1,800 meters.
On a clear day the view reaches across more than a dozen lakes and deep into the Alps. The whole journey runs on the Swiss rail network, which is comfortable and clean, and the best way to see the most beautiful sides of Switzerland without having to deal with crowded tourist buses or highway traffic. With your private guide taking care of tickets and connections, and pointing out the best photo opportunities, all you have to do is enjoy the ride.
A stop for lunch at an authentic Swiss restaurant is included.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your tour guide, Laura, will meet you in the lobby of your hotel.
Itinerary
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1Lake Lucerne
Cruise across Lake Lucerne from Lucerne to Vitznau, with mountains rising on both shores.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Mount Rigi
Ride Europe's first mountain cog railway up to Rigi Kulm, the summit of the Queen of the Mountains at 1,798 meters, for panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and the Alps. Lunch is included at an authentic Swiss restaurant, with time to explore the mountain summit.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Lucerne
Optional: A guided tour through Lucerne's old town, past the covered Chapel Bridge, the market square, and the painted houses along the Reuss River. This is an optional add-on for travelers, who would like to visit Lucerne.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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