Zurich To Lucerne Tours

Travel from Zurich to Lucerne. Explore charming streets, iconic landmarks, and the Swiss Alps. Dive into diverse experiences, from Mount Pilatus to Lake Lucerne cruises.

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Slide 1 of 3, Swans on Lake Lucerne with Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus in the background.

Lucerne waterfront with Chapel Bridge and twin towers of Church of St. Leodegar, Switzerland.

Jesuit Church in Lucerne by the Reuss River, seen on a day trip from Zürich.

From Zürich: Lucerne Day Trip with Optional Motorboat Cruise

9 hrs 30 mins

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One simply cannot miss an excursion through one of Switzerland's most charming cities.
Delve into the historic and cultural treasures hidden in Lucerne on a short guided tour.
An expert tour guide will walk you through the major city landmarks, after which you have 6 hours to discover the charming town on your own.
Visit the museums, ride the City-Train, and walk on back streets and alleyways.
As you take in the wonders of Lucerne at your own pace, this trip will prove to be worthwhile.
You can also choose to go on a boat cruise on the idyllic waters of Lake Lucerne.

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One simply cannot miss an excursion through one of Switzerland's most charming cities.
Delve into the historic and cultural treasures hidden in Lucerne on a short guided tour.
An expert tour guide will walk you through the major city landmarks, after which you have 6 hours to discover the charming town on your own.
Visit the museums, ride the City-Train, and walk on back streets and alleyways.
As you take in the wonders of Lucerne at your own pace, this trip will prove to be worthwhile.
You can also choose to go on a boat cruise on the idyllic waters of Lake Lucerne.

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CHF 62

Aerial view of Engelberg, a typical Alpine village surrounded by mountains and greenery.

From Zurich: Day Trip to Lucerne & Engelberg

9 hrs 30 mins

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Admire picturesque views on your drive to the lovely city of Lucerne.
Enjoy more free time to explore Lucerne’s Old Town and lakeside promenade at your own pace.
Tour Engelberg, a charming Swiss village located just an hour away from Lucerne.
Enter the cheese factory and see the famous 12th century Engelberg Monastery.

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Admire picturesque views on your drive to the lovely city of Lucerne.
Enjoy more free time to explore Lucerne’s Old Town and lakeside promenade at your own pace.
Tour Engelberg, a charming Swiss village located just an hour away from Lucerne.
Enter the cheese factory and see the famous 12th century Engelberg Monastery.

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CHF 79

Slide 1 of 6, Mount Pilatus summit with visitors and cable car, overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland.

Cable car ascending from Kriens to Mount Pilatus with scenic view of Lake Lucerne.

Visitors enjoying the view from Mount Pilatus summit, Lucerne, with mountain peaks in the background.

Red cogwheel train ascending Mount Pilatus, Switzerland, with rocky cliffs and green slopes.

Boat cruising on Lake Lucerne with Mount Pilatus in the background.

Red cogwheel train ascending Mount Pilatus, Switzerland, with rocky landscape.

From Zürich: Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus with Lake Lucerne Boat Cruise

10 hrs

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Embark on a full-day adventure loop to Mount Pilatus with transfers from the Swiss Cultural Center, pairing modern cable cars, a historic railway, and a scenic lake cruise.
Start in Zurich with AC coach transfers toward Lucerne, meet your guide, and settle in as you head for the base of Mount Pilatus.
Ride a panoramic gondola up to Fräkmüntegg, continue on the Dragon cable car to Pilatus, and unwind on the panorama terrace with sweeping views of the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne.
Descend on the thrilling cogwheel train to Alpnachstad, then enjoy a relaxing one-hour cruise on Lake Lucerne before returning to Zurich.

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Embark on a full-day adventure loop to Mount Pilatus with transfers from the Swiss Cultural Center, pairing modern cable cars, a historic railway, and a scenic lake cruise.
Start in Zurich with AC coach transfers toward Lucerne, meet your guide, and settle in as you head for the base of Mount Pilatus.
Ride a panoramic gondola up to Fräkmüntegg, continue on the Dragon cable car to Pilatus, and unwind on the panorama terrace with sweeping views of the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne.
Descend on the thrilling cogwheel train to Alpnachstad, then enjoy a relaxing one-hour cruise on Lake Lucerne before returning to Zurich.

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CHF 169

Slide 1 of 4, Boat cruising on Lake Lucerne with Mt. Bürgenstock in the background, Switzerland.

Funicular ascending Mt. Bürgenstock with Lake Lucerne view, part of Zürich day trip.

Lake Lucerne waterfront with historic buildings and boats, view from day trip to Mt. Bürgenstock.

Jesuit Church by Lake Lucerne on a day trip from Zürich.

From Zürich: Day Trip to Mt. Bürgenstock & Lake Lucerne with Funicular Ride

9 hrs 30 mins

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Begin your day with a scenic coach ride from Zurich, passing through the Swiss countryside and along the shores of Lake Lucerne
Discover Lucerne’s Old Town with your guide, who will point out landmarks like the Chapel Bridge, Jesuit Church, and Culture and Congress Centre
Enjoy free time to stroll through Lucerne’s charming streets or relax over lunch at your own pace
Cruise across Lake Lucerne to Kehrsiten aboard the Bürgenstock shuttle boat
Ride the historic Bürgenstock funicular up to the legendary resort, once visited by icons like Chaplin, Hepburn, and Connery
Take in panoramic views from the mountaintop, or hike to the dramatic Hammetschwand Lift — the world’s highest outdoor elevator
Return by boat to Lucerne and reunite with your guide for the comfortable trip back to Zurich

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Begin your day with a scenic coach ride from Zurich, passing through the Swiss countryside and along the shores of Lake Lucerne
Discover Lucerne’s Old Town with your guide, who will point out landmarks like the Chapel Bridge, Jesuit Church, and Culture and Congress Centre
Enjoy free time to stroll through Lucerne’s charming streets or relax over lunch at your own pace
Cruise across Lake Lucerne to Kehrsiten aboard the Bürgenstock shuttle boat
Ride the historic Bürgenstock funicular up to the legendary resort, once visited by icons like Chaplin, Hepburn, and Connery
Take in panoramic views from the mountaintop, or hike to the dramatic Hammetschwand Lift — the world’s highest outdoor elevator
Return by boat to Lucerne and reunite with your guide for the comfortable trip back to Zurich

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CHF 120

Slide 1 of 10, Old Town architecture along the Reuss River in Lucerne, Switzerland.

Chapel Bridge and Water Tower reflecting in Lake Lucerne, Switzerland.

Kapellbrucke wooden bridge and waterfront buildings at dawn in Luzern, Switzerland.

Tourist viewing Chapel Bridge and Water Tower on Reuss River in Lucerne, Switzerland.

Paddle steamer on Lake Lucerne with Brunnen town, Swiss flag, and Alpine hills in Central Switzerland.

Steamboat cruising on Lake Lucerne with Swiss Alps in the background.

Close-up of the Lion Monument, a dying lion carved into a rock face in Lucerne, Switzerland.

Old Town buildings along Reuss River in Lucerne, Switzerland, with a view of the waterfront.

Old Town Lucerne with fortification wall and towers, Switzerland.

Day Trip to Lucerne from Zürich with Yacht Cruise

9 hrs 30 mins

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Learn the basics of skiing with a certified instructor in Grindelwald’s beginner-friendly BodmiARENA.
Get everything you need for your first ski experience, including equipment rental, ski lesson, and transfers from Zurich.
Travel through the scenic Swiss countryside to the Jungfrau Region with stunning Alpine views along the way.
Enjoy a beginner-focused ski session designed for travellers with no prior skiing experience.

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Learn the basics of skiing with a certified instructor in Grindelwald’s beginner-friendly BodmiARENA.
Get everything you need for your first ski experience, including equipment rental, ski lesson, and transfers from Zurich.
Travel through the scenic Swiss countryside to the Jungfrau Region with stunning Alpine views along the way.
Enjoy a beginner-focused ski session designed for travellers with no prior skiing experience.

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CHF 92