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Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $160 / person
- Location
- Lucerne, Switzerland
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 54 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 48
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Best of Switzerland Tours
- Meeting point
- Please wait at Pier 1 on the sidewalk. Your tour guide will be holding a red flag with “Best of Switzerland Tours” on it.
Description
Explore Mt. Rigi on a fully guided majestic roundtrip from Lucerne! Experience different means of transportation on a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne, a memorable ride with Europe’s first ever mountain railway and an aerial cable car. Take in the stunning 360-degree panoramic view of the Swiss Alps and opt for one of the many hiking trails against a vast mountain backdrop.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:45 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $160
- Child (ages 6–15)
- $80
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 5.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Lake Lucerne
Meet your tour guide at Pier No. 1 to begin a relaxing cruise to Vitznau on the picturesque Lake Lucerne.
Mount Rigi
Upon arrival in Vitznau, transfer to the cogwheel train to reach the summit, Rigi Kulm. You’ll have some free time to explore the hiking trails, enjoy a quiet moment at the Rigi Kulm mountain chapel, or grab a bite at one of the local restaurants.
Rigi Kaltbad
Continue to the car-free village of Rigi Kaltbad by cogwheel train and take a stroll around the village square, where you’ll spot the Mineralbad & Spa, designed by renowned Swiss architect Mario Botta — a true gem for architecture enthusiasts! You can then follow an easy hiking trail with a gentle incline to the Känzeli viewing platform (2 km, optional) and enjoy breathtaking views of the Alpine ranges from a new perspective.
Weggis
Descend by aerial cable car and enjoy the stunning views of Lake Lucerne. Take a short walk downhill to the Weggis boat station, which Mark Twain famously referred to in 1897 as the “most charming place,” and capture the breathtaking scenery of the Lucerne Riviera with your camera.
Lake Lucerne
Board the boat back to Lucerne and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you relax.
What's included
Included
Boat cruise, cogwheel train, and aerial cable car rides
Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Not included
Food and Drinks
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
54 reviews
How it compares in Lucerne
- No. 35 by number of reviews among 317 tours in Lucerne
- Starting price $160 is 60% below the typical $406 for tours of similar length in Lucerne
Excurgo comparison of 317 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 10-15 minutes of moderate downhill walking is required, please wear sturdy shoes and bring sun or rain protection.
- Please note: On the following dates, the round-trip to and from Mount Rigi will be operated by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance: 16–27 November 2026 and 1 March–2 April 2027
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne take?
Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne cost?
Prices start at $160 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.
What days does Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, starting at 9:45 AM.
How much does Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne cost for children?
Children aged 6–15 pay from $80, adults from $160. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please wait at Pier 1 on the sidewalk. Your tour guide will be holding a red flag with “Best of Switzerland Tours” on it. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 48 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Mount Rigi Day Trip from Lucerne worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 54 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Best of Switzerland Tours.
Reviews(54)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
The views were...
The views were spectacular on the boat and at the top of the mountain. Our guide, Rosita, was knowledgeable and gave us lots of pointers. She gave us some history of the area and also gave us lots of time to explore on our own. She checked in often to make sure we were doing okay and to answer any questions. She also made sure we had good seats on the cogwheel and that we were able to sit on the boat. It was a very memorable day on Mt. Rigi. Highly recommend if you want to explore the mountain.
M
The best tour of Mount Rigi
Wonderful tour during a spectacular day! The views are outstanding! Plenty of time to enjoy the summit. Never felt rushed! We had a great tour guide name Rosita! She was knowledgeable , polite and very caring and concerned about everyone’s welfare! Only negative was the over crowded boat returning to Lucerne but Rosita rounded us all up and got a table in the lounge so we could relax on the way back to town! Go for it!
B
Great personalized small group tour
Terrific guide, well paced trip.
K
Amazing guide!
Our tour guide Gaby was amazing - pleasant, knowledgeable, and helpful! We ended up being the only group on our tour so we essentially had a private guide who answered all of our questions and taught us so much history along the way! That made this trip totally worth it. It was nice having the logistics handled by an expert, however it didn’t seem too difficult if we had tried a go on our own.
M
Mt. Rigi
Organized, informative and friendly tour guide. Mountains beautiful but sad to see mineral springs having to be regulated. Would recommend.
P
Overpriced
Overpriced. If you stay close to the train station. The hotel personnel can book the same experience 35% cheaper.
S
Views are spectacular!
We took a boat cruise, cogwheel train, and aerial cable car ride to Mount Rigi, it was spectacular! Our guide was super friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Lots of walking for some people, but we loved it!
C
A lovely day on Mount Rigi
Our tour guide Robert was great, guiding us through a lovely ferry ride to a charming cog wheel train ride to the top of the mountain where we experienced amazing views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding countryside. Robert offered several options for activities, lunch and the return down. We chose to hike down, not a difficult hike. Pro tip, choose the path to Hotel Edelweiss Rigi and have lunch there, you’ll be glad you did. After lunch, we continued the hike to Kaltbad where we caught the cable car to Weggis, followed by a short ferry ride back to Lucerne. A lovely day!
B
Amazing time, Daniel was...
Amazing time, Daniel was a great tour guide. We saw a lot of Switzerland landscape. The boat, train & gondala a lot of fun.
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