Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–6 hours
- Price from
- $116 / person
- Location
- Lucerne, Switzerland
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 97 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 9
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Pilatus-Bahnen AG
Description
Visit Mt. Pilatus on a half-day tour by a scenic train ride, steepest cogwheel railway in the world, aerail cableway "Dragon Ride" and panorama gondola. Enjoy a mountain experience at 2132 meters above sea level Incredible view from Mount Pilatus over the Lake Lucerne and Swiss Alps Scenic train ride between Lucerne and Alpnachstad World's steepest cogwheel railway between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm See the mountains and valleys from the panorama gondola and aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $116
- Child (ages 6–15)
- $58
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Take bus no. 1 (direction Kriens/Obernau) from Lucerne’s train station. After an 11-min. bus ride to the station "Kriens, Zentrum Pilatus" and a short walk, you reach the valley station in Kriens. The Panorama Gondolas take you to the middle station Fräkmüntegg in 30 min. where you can try the rope park or the Dragon Glider (own expenses). Change to the aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" to the top (5 min.).
Pilatus Luzern
From Pilatus Kulm, enjoy the panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps and either stay inside the panoramic gallery, relax on the terrace, climb one of the peaks or enjoy a local specialty in our restaurants (own expenses). The world's steepest cogwheel railway brings you back down to Alpnachstad in 35 min. Next to the valley station you take the public train back to Lucerne (20 min). The trip can also be done in the opposite direction, starting by train from Lucerne. In any case, check the timetable before your visit.
What's included
Included
Public train between Luzern and Alpnachstad or vice versa (2nd class)
Aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm (or vice versa)
Panorama Gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg (or vice versa)
Public bus between Kriens and Lucerne main station (or vice versa)
Steepest cogwheel railway in the world between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad (or vice versa)
Not included
Food and drinks
Tour guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional activities (rope park, Dragon Glider, toboggan run, etc.)
Other personal expenses
Seat reservation for the cogwheel train
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
97 reviews
How it compares in Lucerne
- No. 21 by number of reviews among 317 tours in Lucerne
- Starting price $116 is 23% below the typical $150 for tours of similar length in Lucerne
Excurgo comparison of 317 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check the timetable carefully: https://pilatus.ch/en/railway-cableways/timetable
- Round trip can be done in both directions
- Operates in almost all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Cableways are not in operation in the case of storms
- A maximum of 9 people per booking
- Prior reservation mandatory for wheelchairs
- Strollers must be folded during transport
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- To avoid long waiting times for the cogwheel train between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm (or vice versa), we highly recommend to make a cogwheel train reservation
- Don't miss the last transportation down to the valley (17:30 cable car/18:04 cogwheel)
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 Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne take?
Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne lasts about 3–6 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne cost?
Prices start at $116 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 Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne cost for children?
Children aged 6–15 pay from $58, adults from $116. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Strollers must be folded during transport
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Prior reservation mandatory for wheelchairs
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Mt Pilatus Self-Guided Round Trip from Lucerne worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 97 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Pilatus-Bahnen AG.
Reviews(97)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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