This SELF-GUIDED trip allows you to combine the most popular mountain excursion of the Swiss, with a scenic boat ride and some relaxing hours at the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa, which delivers an exclusive wellness experience surrounded by a legendary Alpine landscape. - After arriving in Vitznau, you can take the cogwheel train ascent to Rigi Kulm (departing every hour at xx:15) - Enjoy the 360-degree panoramas on Rigi Kulm, summit of the Rigi! Don't forget to discover the multiple photo points. - Take the train (departing every hour at xx:00) in direction of Vitznau, get off at Rigi Kaltbad, the world-class Kaltbad Mineralbad & Spa is just in front of you - Dip in and spend some relaxing hours in Mineral bath - Take the next connecting train to Vitznau or cable car to Weggis
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Hop on the cogwheel train in Vitznau, Europe's first mountain railway, which brings you to the top of Rigi Kulm, aka ‘Queen of the Mountains.’ The mountain top (called Rigi Kulm) provides countless panoramic views overlooking Lake Lucerne. If you prefer to discover another cogwheel train and route, you can also hop on the train to Goldau. Another accessing point to Mt. Rigi is Weggis, where a cable car brings you up to Rigi Kaltbad, from where you can continue by cogwheel train up to Rigi Kulm. Your ticket provides unlimited rides on the three transportation services for the whole day and you are able to choose your route according to your wishes.
Your pass includes entry to the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa, designed by renowned Swiss architect Mario Botta. Its tranquil and contemplative ambience makes it the perfect place for rest and relaxation.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Mount Rigi Day Pass + Mountain Spa Day Admission lasts about 5–8 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $113 per person for this Lucerne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:00 AM.
Children aged 7–15 pay from $113, adults from $113.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Children up to 15 years travel free of charge all year around when acommpanied by at least an adult on Mt. Rigi (please buy ticket on spot for the lake cruise and the Mineral Baths & SPA Rigi Kaltbad) Children below 1 year have no access to the Mineral Baths & SPA
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 103 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by RIGI BAHNEN AG.
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Excellent experience! Beautiful scenery and spa was relaxing.
Hello JonnaD_13 Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and had a relaxing time at the spa. We hope to welcome you back to Mount Rigi again soon for another memorable experience. Kind regards, Yvonne Guest-Service
The ticket was redeemable without any problems! It was beautiful !! Great hiking trails, views, and relaxation in the spa !!
The trains were prompt but very full.
Hello elizabethpU941DI Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that the trains were on time, but we’re sorry that they were very crowded during your journey. We are continuously working to improve capacity and make travel more comfortable for all passengers. Your comment helps us identify where further adjustments may be needed. kind regards Yvonne Guest Service
Very nice day trip. Bit pricey but definitely worth it. Different transport options connect smoothly
Hello Ann M Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day trip and found the different transport options well coordinated. Although the price may be a bit higher, it’s great to know that you felt the experience was truly worth it. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Kind regards Yvonne Guest Service
It was a great experience however it was not disclosed that the boat to Rigi was not included. Also we were not allowed to take the cog wheel train to the top and we were asked to get off in Rigibad at the spa level because they had a group tour. We had to wait an hour to get the next train and this threw our whole schedule off. On this account we never were able to enjoy lunch and had to rush back to Basel where we started our tour and had to be back for 7pm. We went the whole day without food till our return to Basel because of the delay. So for that I would not recommend the tour unless you are prepared to be on the schedule of the cog wheel train. Of which that also was not disclosed.
It was easy, fun and worth it! Take the gondola and the train to the top of Mt Rigi to enjoy the amazing views then stop and relax at the mineral baths and spa. Views from the water of the mountains! Great day trip!
Easy to book and accepts Swiss Half Fare card. Train ride to top and hike down from the top to the spa was beautiful. Spa was great as well.
Hello shawnsH5167GA Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that booking was easy for you and that the Swiss Half Fare Card was accepted without any issues. It’s great to know you enjoyed the train ride to the top and the beautiful hike back down to the spa — experiences like these are exactly what we hope our guests will remember. We’re also very happy that you loved the spa itself. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards Yvonne Guest-Service
One of the most amazing places I’ve ever been but if you could upload the map that’s available there people could plan much better in advance. We were very unsure where we were going until we got there and even still could have missed out on a lot of the mountain. However the place itself is 5/5 breathtaking and good you can do partial train partial hike so suitable for everyone
Hello Sharon G Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that you found the place absolutely breathtaking and enjoyed the flexibility of combining the train with hiking — it truly makes the experience accessible for everyone. We really appreciate your suggestion about providing the map online in advance. Clear orientation can make a big difference, and your comment highlights an important point. We’ll look into making this information easier to access so future visitors can plan their route with more confidence and make the most of their time on the mountain. We hope to welcome you back again — there’s always something new to discover up there. Kind regards Yvonne Guest-Service
The spa was super clean, very relaxing, can certainly spend 5 hours of Pure peace! My husband had a massage that he really appreciated! We would recommend! Our only recommendation would be to give a little more info on how to get at the location. The meeting point was not a meeting point is was just to get to the spa…very simple when you know that…this part was a bit confusing for us…
Boat ride from Lucerne easiest way to get there. Once there spa has all the features you like. Beautiful views and staff were very friendly.
Hello thomaswV5281KN Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that the boat ride made your arrival so enjoyable and that you loved the spa facilities. It’s great to know that the beautiful views and the friendliness of our team helped make your visit special. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again. kind regards Yvonne Guest-Service
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Rigi Day Pass + Mountain Spa Day Admission | 5–8 hours | 4.6 (103) | $113 | |
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