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Mount Pilatus Trip and Old Town Private Tour

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Overview

This private full-day experience combines Lucerne’s Old Town charm with the breathtaking Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus. You’ll be guided by a local storyteller, not just shown the sights — from medieval bridges and legends to hidden viewpoints and alpine panoramas. Travel in comfort with first-class seats on the Lake Lucerne cruise and priority reserved seats on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway.

Unlike standard group tours, this experience includes personal attention, curated insights, and flexible pacing. You'll explore an exclusive mid-mountain spot most tourists miss, and hear local dragon tales while taking in the views. All transport from Lucerne to the summit and down to Kriens is included in one seamless, unforgettable journey.

What's Included

  • First-Class Lake Lucerne Cruise Ticket (reserved upper-deck seating)
  • Pilatus Priority Access Pass with reserved seats on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway
  • All transportation tickets from Lucerne to Pilatus summit and down to Kriens
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional lunch on the boat (à la carte, paid directly on board)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Bahnhofplatz
6003 Luzern, Switzerland

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Schlossweg
6010 Kriens, Switzerland

The tour ends at the Pilatus cable car base station in Kriens (Pilatus-Bahnen, Schlossweg 1, 6010 Kriens). From there, you can return to Lucerne by public bus in about 15 minutes.

What To Expect

Torbogen Luzern

We begin under the historic arch in front of Lucerne’s main train station (Bahnhofplatz 6003), a central and convenient starting point for our journey.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

KKL Luzern - Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre

From the viewing terrace near the KKL (Culture and Congress Centre Lucerne), enjoy stunning views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps. There your guide will share a short introduction to Lucerne’s history and highlight the modern architecture of the KKL as a symbol of the city’s cultural life today.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chapel Bridge

Step onto the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), the oldest surviving wooden covered bridge in Europe. Admire the painted panels under the roof depicting scenes from Lucerne’s history and mythology. Your guide will explain the bridge’s role and history.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jesuitenkirche

Admire the striking facade of the Jesuit Church, the first large baroque-style church built in Switzerland north of the Alps. There your guide will share a story or two that shaped the city’s religious and cultural landscape.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pont Spreuer

Visit Lucerne’s second covered wooden bridge, often overlooked but full of character. As you walk across the Spreuer Bridge, you’ll notice a series of vivid 17th-century paintings overhead. Your guide will introduce you to the unique artwork and the unexpected theme behind these dramatic scenes.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Weinmarkt

Step into one of Lucerne’s most charming Old Town squares, surrounded by beautifully frescoed buildings and centuries of tradition. Once a bustling market and gathering place for local guilds, Weinmarkt offers a glimpse into Lucerne’s civic and commercial life in the Middle Ages. Your guide will point out architectural details and share how the space has evolved through the centuries.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lion Monument

Pause at the Lion Monument, a striking rock carving often described as one of the most moving sculptures in Europe. It honors the Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution, and your guide will share the story behind this national symbol of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Lucerne

Enjoy a 1-hour scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne, taking in panoramic mountain views on your way to Mount Pilatus. A restaurant is available on board, and lunch or drinks can be ordered à la carte and paid for separately.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Pilatus-Bahnen AG

Pilatus Cogwheel Railway. Ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway (up to 48% gradient) from Alpnachstad to Pilatus Kulm — a 30-minute ascent through alpine landscapes.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pilatus Luzern

Pilatus Kulm Summit. Enjoy free time at the summit (6,981 feet or 2,132 m), where you can take photos, admire the views, or explore short trails and observation decks.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Pilatus Luzern

We begin our descent from Pilatus Kulm on the dramatic Dragon Ride cable car. Halfway down, we stop at a mid-mountain station surrounded by forest, where we spend 40–45 minutes exploring a hidden local viewpoint and hearing some of the mountain’s legendary dragon stories.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pilatus-Bahnen AG

Panoramic Gondola to Kriens We continue our descent by panoramic gondola, gliding down the lower slopes of Mount Pilatus to the town of Kriens at the foot of the mountain. The tour ends here, and you can return to Lucerne by public bus in about 15 minutes
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Easy pace overall, but guests should manage extended walking on uneven terrain, walking up the hill, and standing during transit.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: Will I get seasick on Mount Pilatus Trip and Old Town Private Tour?

A: 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. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: Will I get seasick on Mount Pilatus Trip and Old Town Private Tour?
A:

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
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mount Pilatus Trip and Old Town Private Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • First-Class Lake Lucerne Cruise Ticket (reserved upper-deck seating).
  • Pilatus Priority Access Pass with reserved seats on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway.
  • All transportation tickets from Lucerne to Pilatus summit and down to Kriens.
  • Personal storytelling, local legends & curated scenic stops.
  • Golden Round Trip Itinerary: Boat, Cogwheel Railway, Dragon Ride, Panoramic Gondola.
  • Private local guide for the full experience.
The following is NOT included:
  • Personal expenses.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Optional lunch on the boat (à la carte, paid directly on board).
  • Activities at Pilatus Kulm or Fräkmüntegg (e.g. rope park, ziplines, toboggan run).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

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 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Mount Pilatus Trip and Old Town Private Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with serious back, knee, or heart issues due to gradients, stairs, and transitions between transport modes.
  • Moderate mobility and fitness required — boarding includes stepladders and platform transfers.
  • Easy pace overall, but guests should manage extended walking on uneven terrain, walking up the hill, and standing during transit.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mount Pilatus Trip and Old Town Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • First-Class Lake Lucerne Cruise Ticket (reserved upper-deck seating)
  • Pilatus Priority Access Pass with reserved seats on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway
  • All transportation tickets from Lucerne to Pilatus summit and down to Kriens
  • Personal storytelling, local legends & curated scenic stops
  • Golden Round Trip Itinerary: Boat, Cogwheel Railway, Dragon Ride, Panoramic Gondola
  • Private local guide for the full experience
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional lunch on the boat (à la carte, paid directly on board)
  • Activities at Pilatus Kulm or Fräkmüntegg (e.g. rope park, ziplines, toboggan run)

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with serious back, knee, or heart issues due to gradients, stairs, and transitions between transport modes.
  • Moderate mobility and fitness required — boarding includes stepladders and platform transfers.
  • Easy pace overall, but guests should manage extended walking on uneven terrain, walking up the hill, and standing during transit.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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  • This tour 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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