Lucerne
I grouped the Mount Pilatus tours by how they get you up: cogwheel, cable car, or the full Golden Round Trip with a lake boat thrown in. The cogwheel from Alpnachstad is the steepest in the world, climbing at a 48 percent grade. It only runs from spring to late autumn, so check dates first.
Journey into the heart of Lucerne with the Mt. Pilatus adventure tour; prepare to be enchanted by a sequence of thrilling escapades that will leave you breathless.
Most Popular★ 4.7“We almost cancelled this because it was pouring rain as we walked to our meeting point in Lucerne. Once there, we figured we’d give it a go. I am so glad we did! It ended up being a fantastic day. We took my 87-year old…”
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2,338 reviews5.5 hoursFrom $212by Best of Switzerland Tours
Experience breathtaking views of Mount Pilatus summit on a thrilling Lake Cruise from Lucerne. Don't miss the chance to embark on this unforgettable adventure!
★ 4.5“Highly recommend this tour! The best way to experience the breathtaking views of the Alps . Our guide, Carola was superb. The dragon gondola ride up and cogwheel ride back down were awesome and a great way to take in all the beauty. One of…”
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1,260 reviews5 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $223.41by Best of Switzerland Tours
Ascend to new heights on the Mt. Pilatus journey from Lucerne, where adventure awaits at every turn, promising an unforgettable experience.
★ 4.7“Superb! All was excellent. We started with the boat trip because it was the only one that had a few trips all day, the rest of them were open from 9am to 5.30pm. We didn't need to convert the vouchers into tickets, we simply scanned…”
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1,143 reviewsFrom $141by PILATUS-BAHNEN AG
Experience the beauty of Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne on a small group tour. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure! Book your spot now.
★ 4.5“Really great tour with Santigo Rooney, well run and appreciated having the microphone commentary so that everyone could hear all the information.”
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189 reviewsFrom $260.71by Tours of Switzerland
Uncover the captivating allure of Mt. Pilatus and Lake Lucerne on this small group tour, where hidden treasures and unforgettable moments await...
★ 4.4“What was best about the tour was the guide. I believe her name was Sasha, she also went by Rose. Her skills was above board. She loves talking and working with a group of people. She gave me an email at the end of the…”
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50 reviewsFrom $257by Tours of Switzerland
Embark on the ultimate adventure with our exclusive small group tour of Pilatus Golden Roundtrip. Discover breathtaking views and create unforgettable memories in Luzern.
★ 4.0“Absolutely wonderful tour ! We loved every part of it , from the gorgeous boat ride to the cogwheel train to the gondola ride down . Perfect day in the alps”
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36 reviews6 to 7 hours (approx.)From $499.41by SwissTravelGuide.ch
Discover the ultimate luxury experience with our Pilatus Panorama tour. Marvel at breathtaking views and indulge in an exclusive golden round trip from Luzern.
★ 5.0“My private tour of Mt. Pilatus was fantastic. Tour guide Mike was very knowledgeable and accommodating. I was travelling alone and he took the time to personally answer my questions prior to booking and immediately felt at ease upon meeting him. Mike took me to…”
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17 reviews6 to 7 hours (approx.)From $617.76by SwissTravelGuide.ch
Experience the magic of winter on a small group tour to Mount Pilatus from Luzern. Discover breathtaking panoramas and create memories that will last a lifetime.
★ 5.0“This tour was the highlight of our vacation! We planned our Viking extension to Lucerne on our own. We had no problem meeting our guide who was early at the train station. We didn’t know we needed a bus pass from our Hotel but he…”
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15 reviews5 to 6 hours (approx.)From $395.30by SwissTravelGuide.ch
Embark on a private adventure to Mt. Pilatus and discover the breathtaking beauty of Lake Lucerne. Join us for an unforgettable experience!
★ 4.5“Santiago was a great guide. Even though our Mt. Pilatus portion was shrouded in snow and mist, hearing about the culture and history was a wonderful experience. The cruise on Lake Lucerne was smooth and beautiful. Thanks for a great day!”
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12 reviewsFrom $694.40by Tours of Switzerland
Discover the majestic beauty of Lucerne and conquer the breathtaking peaks of Mt Pilatus & Mt Rigi. Unforgettable adventure awaits! Book your tour now.
★ 5.0“Awesome tour and our guide Marc was one of the best we have encountered. Extremely knowledgeable of the Mounts (lives on one) and history. Excellent recommendation for lunch with some local delights off the beaten path. Highly recommend the tour.”
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9 reviews10 hours (approx.)From $1,049.95by Riccardi Travel
Explore the best of Switzerland's natural beauty in just one day! Conquer the majestic peaks of Mt Rigi and Mt Pilatus for an unforgettable adventure!
★ 5.0“Leo was the perfect guide. We wanted something different, and this activity delivered. The peaks on Mt. Riigi and Mt. Pilatus are intended for scenic views. We had none, but the transport and walking made for a fun adventure anyway. There was snow, and clouds,…”
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8 reviews9 to 10 hours (approx.)From $1,023.44
Hike through the Swiss Alps, soar above breathtaking landscapes, and explore the charming town of Lucerne on this unforgettable Zurich adventure.
★ 4.8“our tour guide, Angelo, was super friendly and interesting and accommodating!”
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8 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $209by Keytours SA
Traverse the picturesque Lake Lucerne, ascend the world's steepest cogwheel railway, and descend via cableway on this unforgettable small-group tour to the summit of Mt. Pilatus.
★ 4.97 reviewsFrom $481by SwissTravelGuide
Discover Mount Pilatus with a small-group day trip from Lucerne, combining boat, cogwheel railway, and cableway for breathtaking Swiss alpine views.
★ 4.9“Nós tivemos muita sorte, pois o Monte Pilatus estava cheio de nuvens, porém, quando chegamos no topo, as nuvens deram uma trégua para nós. Passeio maravilhoso e o guia muito simpático. É uma pena não termos tempo para explorar mais a montanha. Mas vale muito…”
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7 reviews2 hoursFrom $509by SwissTravelGuide
Discover the stunning vistas of Mount Pilatus with this self-guided gondola and cableway tour from Kriens, perfect for panoramic views and authentic Swiss scenery.
★ 5.0“We had come all the way from Bern with our guide for Mt. Pilatus tour. From Lucerne we took a ferry ferry ride. Then we took Cogwheel Train to reach Mt. Pilatus. On return our guide brought us down to Kriens by gondola. This 20…”
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6 reviews3 to 6 hours (approx.)From $83.60by Pilatus-Bahnen AG
One compact old town, one gorgeous lake, and three summits I keep going back up.