Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Private Day Trip from Basel

4.9
(19 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

Embark on a tailored adventure from Basel 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 tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only
food and drinks
personal expenses during the tour

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your tour starts with the one hour train ride from Basel to Luzern.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Lake Lucerne

    Continue your tour with the one hour lake boat transfer from Luzern to Alpnachstad. After leaving the bay of Luzern, the boat glides along the shore of Hergiswil and Stansstad to the bay of Alpnach. On the entire boat tour you have the surrounding mountains in sight.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Alpnachstad (Pass by)

    Alpnachstad is the connection point between the lake boat and the steepest cogwheel train in the world. Within 35 minutes the cogwheel train climbs along the ridge and passing alpine meadows to Pilatus Kulm.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Arrive at the mountain station Pilatus Kulm of the Pilatusbahn, where a viewing terrace, a panorama gallery and two mountain hotels are located on the scenic local mountain. Visit several attractions at Mt. Pilatus like the dragon gallery, the viewpoint, the scenic terraces and the multimedia presentation.

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The largest rope park in Central Switzerland, tree tents, the toboggan run, hiking trails and fantastic barbecue areas invite you to relax.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The Krienseregg is perfect for families. In the versatile local recreation area you will find marked, varied circular hikes and large picnic areas

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    In terms of population, Kriens is the third largest municipality and the second largest city in the Swiss canton of Lucerne. It lies at the foot of Mount Pilatus and borders Lucerne to the east. At Kriens you leave the aerial cableway and after a 10 minutes walk to the bus stop, you board the local bus to Luzern.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Return travel from Kriens to Luzern within 10 minutes by local bus.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6

    As the old town is just footsteps away, you will walk along the river and cross the wooden bridge, one of the most known sights of Luzern.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Return travel from Luzern to Basel within one our by train. The tour ends in Basel.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy

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

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