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Pilatus Railways (Pilatus Bahnen) Tours and Tickets
With its network of cable cars and cogwheel railways traversing the snow-clad slopes of the mighty Mount Pilatus, Pilatus Railways (Pilatus Bahnen) provides the link between the lakeside resort of Lucerne and the 7,000-foot (2,133-meter) summit.
- Brünigstrasse 2, Alpnach, 6053
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Mount Pilatus Summit from Lucerne With Lake Cruise
Spend an afternoon in the Swiss Alps during this seasonal trip to Mt Pilatus from Lucerne. Your 5.5-hour round-trip journey includes a 30-minute panoramic gondola ride from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg terminus plus an ascent by aerial cableway to the peak of Mt Pilatus. After free time at the summit, take the world's steepest cogwheel train down to Alpnachstad, where you’ll board a boat for a 1-hour scenic cruise on the tranquil waters of Lake Lucerne. Enjoy commentary from your guide and coach transport from Lucerne.
... More- 5 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 162.75
Mt Pilatus self-guided trip by cable car from/to Kriens
Ascending Mt. Pilatus, Lucerne's landmark mountain, is a must-do when you are in the Lake Lucerne region. Board the gondola at the valley station in Kriens, marvel at the panoramic views over the pre-alpine landscape to Fräkmüntegg. Transfer to the 'Dragon Ride' aerial cableway for another short ride, ending up at 7,000 feet (2,132 meters) above sea level. Enjoy epic views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps before descending back to Kriens.
... More- Free Cancellation
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USD 66.15
Mount Pilatus Summer Day Trip from Zurich
Immerse yourself in the mountainous majesty of Mount Pilatus on a full-day excursion from Zurich. Ascend to vertiginous vantage points on a gondola, aerial cable car and enjoy sweeping vistas of the dramatic Alps mountain range. Embark on a moderate hike down the verdant Dragon’s Path and the world’s steepest cogwheel railway before taking a short cruise on Lake Lucerne. Relish the convenience of round-trip transportation from Zurich on this enriching full-day tour.
... More- 9 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 187.96
Mt. Pilatus with cruise on Lake of Lucerne Small Group from Basel
Towering over the city of Lucerne like a monument to the Swiss wilderness, Mt. Pilatus is a must-visit for nature lovers. This stunning massif boasts several stunning peaks, set within a playground of soaring rock faces, lush rolling valleys, and a network of meandering emerald lakes. The tallest peak in the group, Mt. Pilatus, reaches a heady 2,132 meters above sea level and is beloved by visitors for its sensational views over the region. We'll take you to the heart of the sights, with opportunities to explore the Lake of Lucerne, Pilatus summit, and ride the famous dragon aerial cable cars.
... More- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 206.72
Mount Pilatus Golden Round Trip incl. Lake Cruise Small Group Tour from Luzern
Discover Alpine views from peak, lake, and sky on this Golden Round-Trip tour of Mount Pilatus. The typical Golden Round Trip (Jun-Oct) offers a wonderful excursion: Begin with a cruise across Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad, then transfer to the world's steepest cogwheel railway to reach the summit of Mount Pilatus. There, enjoy spectacular views over the Lake Lucerne region and the Alps from the large viewing terraceand grab a bite to eat (own expense). The return journey to Kriens will be done on the aerial cableway 'Dragon Ride' and on the Panorama gondolas. From the valley station it is a five-minute walk to the bus stop for a convenient ride to Lucerne.
Benefit from your local guide’s insider tips and avoid hidden costs with admission fees and transfers included in the price.
Cogwheel railway and the scheduled lake boat are closed from Nov-May. During this time you reach Mt. Pilatus by cableway and we take a one-hour scenic lake cruise in Lucerne instead.
... More- 4 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 366.51
Price varies by group size
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Mt.Pilatus Golden Round Trip Small Group Day Tour from Basel
Experience Pilatus’s famous Golden Round Trip on this full-day tour from Basel. Start off on a cruise across Lake Lucerne, then embark for a ride on Europe’s highest cogwheel railway. At the top, soak up sweeping panoramas of the Alpine landscape before descending via cable car. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your local guide throughout and avoid hidden costs with all transportation—including your train return to Basel—covered.
... More- 6 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 497.24
Price varies by group size
Mt Pilatus Peak and Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group from Lucerne
Towering over the city of Lucerne like a monument to the Swiss wilderness, Mt. Pilatus is a must-visit for nature lovers. This stunning massif boasts several stunning peaks, set within a playground of soaring rock faces, lush rolling valleys, and a network of meandering emerald lakes.
The tallest peak in the group, Mt. Pilatus, reaches a heady 2,132 meters above sea level and is beloved by visitors for its sensational views over the region. We'll take you to the heart of the sights, with opportunities to explore the Lake of Lucerne, Pilatus summit, and ride the famous dragon aerial cable cars.
... More- 5 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 201.13
Mt. Pilatus and cruise on Lake of Lucerne Private Tour from Basel
Get the most out of your time in Basel by heading off on an adventure to see the spectacular natural wonders of Mount Pilatus and Lake Lucerne. Instead of wasting time organizing tickets and transport—this convenient private tour sorts everything out for you, including train tickets, a Lake Lucerne cruise, and a private guide to show you around.
... More- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 680.50
Price varies by group size
Mt. Pilatus with Lake of Lucerne Cruise Private Tour from Lucerne
Lucerne’s house mountain, Pilatus, is a must-see for any visitor. This full-day tour provides two different perspectives of the iconic peak, with an included Lake Lucerne cruise tour plus an excursion to the summit via cogwheel train and cable car. Benefit from the personalized insights and insider knowledge of your private guide and avoid hidden costs with hotel pickup, drop-off, and transportation services all included in the cost.
... More- 6 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 627.98
Price varies by group size
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Mt.Pilatus Small Group Tour from Luzern (Winter)
73 Alpine peaks and countless lakes ensure a unique and unforgettable all-round view at Mt. Pilatus which is located outside Luzern. The tour off-season (Oct-May) takes you from Luzern just 10 minutes outside the city center to Kriens, where you travel by panoramic aerial cableway on a scenic ride to Mt. Pilatus.
Numerous attractions and two restaurants await you on Mount Pilatus. Or enjoy the time on the large viewing terrace.
This tour operates only from October to May, when the cogwheel train to Mt. Pilatus does not operate and replaces the well known "golden round trip".
... More- 3 hours 25 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 313.99
Price varies by group size
2-Day Alps Tour from Zurich: Mt Pilatus and Mt Titlis
Feast your senses on the mountainous majesty of the Swiss Alps during a 2-day tour of Mt Pilatus and Mt Titlis from Zurich. Begin your Alpine adventure with a sightseeing tour of pretty city, Lucerne, and then ascend to the lofty summit of Mt Pilatus in an aerial cable car. Spend the night in a hotel at the 7,000-foot (2,132-meter) peak and feast upon a delectable 3-course dinner while overlooking the snow-capped spires of the mountain range. Wake refreshed and head to the frozen wonderland of Mt Titlis to explore the Ice Grotto, ride the Ice Flyer and cross Europe’s highest suspension bridge.
... More- 2 days
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USD 607.41
Mt. Pilatus Ticket for Golden Round Trip
Mount Pilatus is a mountain massiv with several peaks, overlooking Lucerne. The top can be reached with the Pilatus Railway, the world's steepest cogwheel railway, from Alpnachstad, operating from May to October and the all year with the aerial panorama gondolas and aerial cableways from Kriens.
This ticket for "the Golden round trip" takes you to the most spectacular spots on the Pilatus and to the summit by boat, cogwheel railway, aerial cableway and Panorama Gondolas. Experience the variety of Lucerne's local mountain from June to October.
This is the ticket and a travel information only, you travel independently on this tour.
... More- 4 hours 25 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 160.91
Paragliding Tandemflight Lucerne - Engelberg
Take in panoramic views over the Swiss Alps from the air on this up to 2-hour tandem paragliding adventure in Engelberg. Following a safety briefing, pull on your paragliding harness and take to the skies with a tandem instructor. During your up to 60-minute flight, take in spectacular views of shimmering Lake Lucerne and Engelberg’s peaks and valleys. Enjoy thrilling spins and turns through the air or glide through the skies in comfort — how you enjoy your flight in up to you.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 217.89
Mount Pilatus & Mount Rigi in just 1 Day!
All tickets are included in the price!
If you want to accelerate your Swiss Alps trekking tours and you can’t decide whether you should visit Mount Rigi or Mount Pilatus—why not see them both?
This Swiss adventure tour allows you to experience the two most famous mountains near Lucerne on the same day. We start with Lucerne’s home mountain called Pilatus, 7000 feet high and the most famous attraction in Lucerne.
We’ll take a standard train ride followed by a ride on the steepest cogwheel train in the world. On the summit you’ll take in a staggering overview of Lucerne and the Swiss Alps. From there we’ll continue by boat to a village called Vitznau. The boat ride is a fantastic way to relax and enjoy the alpine scenery. From Vitznau, we take our second cogwheel train for a ride to the top of Mount Rigi—the queen of the mountains. You’ll enjoy your second summit on the same day before we continue by cable car and take a boat ride from Weggis back to Lucerne.
... More- 10 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 994.49
Mount Pilatus and Lucerne Winter Photo Tour
The lakeside city of Lucerne and mighty Mt. Pilatus are a photographer’s dream destinations, but knowing where to find the best vantage spots takes local knowledge. On this tour, travel from the peak of Mt. Pilatus to historic Lucerne, and capture beautiful images along the way—with helpful tips from your guide. With all cable-car tickets included, explore with ease and frame the best of the Swiss Alps’ scenery in your photography.
... More- 7 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 882.75
per group
Travel with Swissness
Discover Switzerland in your own way on this private, fully customizable tour from Zurich, with hotel pickup and drop-off ensuring a hassle-free day of adventure. Choose from a range of time-frames and destinations and benefit from the expert knowledge and insights of your private guide to find what interests you, whether that’s Alpine peaks like Jungfrau and Pilatus or medieval Old Towns like Lucerne or Stein am Rhein.
... More- 10 hours
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USD 1,542.01
per group
Mt Pilatus Heritage and Lake Lucerne Small Group from Zurich
Towering over the city of Lucerne like a monument to the Swiss wilderness, Mt. Pilatus is a must-visit for nature lovers. This stunning massif boasts several stunning peaks, set within a playground of soaring rock faces, lush rolling valleys, and a network of meandering emerald lakes. The tallest peak in the group, Mt. Pilatus, reaches a heady 2,132 meters above sea level and is beloved by visitors for its sensational views over the region. We'll take you to the heart of the sights, with opportunities to explore the Lake of Lucerne, Pilatus summit, and ride the famous dragon aerial cable cars.
... More- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 258.12
Mount Pilatus (Private Tour)
Explore Mount Pilatus in the Swiss Alps on a private tour. After leaving bustling Zurich, enjoy the scenery as you make your way to medieval Lucerne. Once there, you will climb Mount Pilatus via cable car/gondola. The mountain is ideal for hiking and photo opportunities. Descend the mountain by the world's steepest cogwheel railway followed by a relaxing boat ride on Lake Lucerne.
... More- 9 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 614.57
Price varies by group size
Paragliding Tandem in Switzerland
Get a different view of Switzerland’s Alpine landscape on this private paragliding tour from Engelberg. Benefit from the expert knowledge of your guide to find the best flying location for the day, then take off for your birds’-eye tandem flight and soak up views of Mt. Titlis, Brunni, and more. High-resolution pictures and video footage come included, ensuring personal mementos to share with family and friends back home.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 268.18
5 day Private Tour of Central Switzerland including Luzern, Grindelwald & Zurich
This tour shows you simply a real mix of the best places to see in Central Switzerland. There is the perfect combination of cities, towns and villages such as Grindelwald, Luzern, Bern and Zurich and then a myriad of breath-taking natural places such as mountains, lakes, gorges, waterfalls to visit. Plus some typical Swiss food and drink experiences
... More- 5 days
- Free Cancellation
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USD 8,659.86
Price varies by group size
Likely to Sell Out
Mt.Pilatus and Luzern Small Group Day Tour from Basel (Winter)
Embark on a thrilling winter adventure on a group tour to Mount Pilatus and Lake Lucerne from Basel. This all-day excursion is perfect for travelers seeking stunning views and outdoor excitement in Switzerland. After a scenic transfer from the city, take the cable car to the top of the mountain. Later, discover the spectacular lake from Luzern to Kehrsiten and back on a shared catamaran tour.
... More- 5 hours 25 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 458.13
Price varies by group size
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Mt.Pilatus and Luzern Small Group Day Tour from Zürich (Winter)
73 Alpine peaks and countless lakes ensure a unique and unforgettable all-round view at Mt. Pilatus which is located outside Luzern. The tour off-season (Oct-May) takes you from Basel to Luzern and then just 10 minutes outside the city center to Kriens, where you travel by panoramic aerial cableway on a scenic ride to Mt. Pilatus.
Numerous attractions and two restaurants await you on Mount Pilatus. Or enjoy the time on the large viewing terrace.
After returning from Mt. Pilatus, enjoy a short walk around in the city of Luzern before returning to Zürich
This tour operates only from October to May, when the cogwheel train to Mt. Pilatus does not operate and replaces the well known "golden round trip".
... More- 5 hours 51 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 430.20
Price varies by group size
Adventure to Mount Pilatus from Zurich
A dragon stone is said to have fallen from the sky in 1420, Roman governor Pontius Pilate is buried in Lake Pilatus, and a petrified man stands guard outside a cave. The Pilate massif, which dominates the whole region from its height of 2128 meters, undoubtedly stimulates the imagination. Even today, Pilatus offers visitors many mystical discoveries and fabulous pieces of nature.
Travel on a panoramic gondola to the top of Mount Pilatus, enjoy the new "Dragon ride" designed with large windows as if you were flying. Admire 73 Alpine peaks. You can find restaurants and terraces with a magnificent view from the top at 2132 meters.
Come back to Kriens with the cable car and stop in Lucerne and enjoy some free time on this lakeside village. Admire the Chapel Bridge, the famous lion and spend some free time in the Old Town.
... More- 10 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 162.02
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Mt.Pilatus Private Tour from Luzern (Winter)
73 Alpine peaks and countless lakes ensure a unique and unforgettable all-round view at Mt. Pilatus which is located outside Luzern. The tour off-season (Oct-May) takes you from Luzern just 10 minutes outside the city center to Kriens, where you travel by panoramic aerial cableway on a scenic ride to Mt. Pilatus.
Numerous attractions and two restaurants await you on Mount Pilatus. Or enjoy the time on the large viewing terrace.
This tour operates only from October to May, when the cogwheel train to Mt. Pilatus does not operate and replaces the well known "golden round trip".
... More- 5 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 333.43
USD 416.79
USD 83.36savings
Price varies by group size
What are people saying about Pilatus Railways (Pilatus Bahnen)
Kathy_R, Apr 2023
A must do activity.
Worth every euro! Comfort gondolas and very organized. And very safe. The food options at the top were very good. And the views are outstanding. The parking lot was price very well and it was safe with a clean bathroom
Renee_B, Sept 2023
Awesome day trip from Basel
Views from the cable car ride were stunned but the view from top of Mt Pilatus was unreal !! Wish we had more time to see Lucerne. Enjoyed the cruise on the Lake, the weather was perfect. The cog wheel train is overcrowded and was unorganized for boarding.
Duke_N, Sept 2023
Awesome views going up on...
Awesome views going up on the gondola and coming down on the cog wheel train. The lake cruise was also lovely. Amazing!
Trish_B, Sept 2023
Great guide, worth the visit even in inclement weather
Ani was the perfect guide for us! We enjoyed our tour but really loved learning about Swiss life thru her experience.
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