Pilatus Day Trip Dragon Mountain Golden Tour from Lucerne
Overview
Discover the majesty of Mount Pilatus with a thrilling ride by cable car, cogwheel train, and boat, all while soaking in panoramic views of the Alps and Lake Lucerne.
Lucerne’s mythical mountain, Pilatus, where legend and nature intertwine in the most captivating way. According to local lore, a dragon stone fell from the sky in 1420, Roman governor Pontius Pilate rests beneath the waters of Lake Pilatus, and a petrified man stands guard outside a hidden cave.
Take a panoramic gondola ride to the peak of Mount Pilatus, where you'll feel like you're soaring through the sky in the new "Dragon Ride," Enjoy the flower trail, panoramic terraces and savoury restaurants as souvenirs shops.
For a unique descent, ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, feeling the adrenaline as you glide down the mountain, before arriving in Alpnachstad. From there, embark on a serene 15-minute boat cruise across the sparkling waters of Lake Lucerne, reaching the picturesque town of Lucerne.
What's Included
- Transportation in comfortable coach
- Dragon world
- Panoramic gondolas and aerial cable car Dragon Ride
- Boat ride
- Cogwheel train
- Driver guide
- Lunch
Meeting Location
Alpenquai
6005 Luzern, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Fräkmüntegg
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pilatus Luzern
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Alpnachstad
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommanded if you are afraid of heights
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Rack railway and boat from mid-May until mid-November (depending on snow conditions, before/after this date the tour is maintained according to winter schedule).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-2510P157
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