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- Set off on a flexible self-guided round trip that links Lucerne with Mount Pilatus, giving you time to explore the summit at your own pace.
- Start in Lucerne, ride a public bus to Kriens, then board the gondola to Frakmuntegg for the first leg of your mountain journey.
- Continue by aerial cableway Dragon Ride up to Pilatus Kulm, where panoramic observation decks offer sweeping views of Lake Lucerne and over 70 Alpine peaks.
- Descend by cogwheel railway to Alpnachstad, then return to Lucerne by train.
- Enjoy ever-changing views as you switch from road to gondola, soaring cableway, mountain cogwheel train, and lakeside rail through central Switzerland.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Self-guided day trip to Mt. Pilatus
- Public bus between Lucerne and Kriens
- Gondola between Kriens and Frakmuntegg
- Aerial cableway Dragon Ride
- Cogwheel rail Pilatus Kulm Alpnachstad
- Train ride Alpnachstad to Lucerne
- Guided tour
- Cogwheel train seat reservation
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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The package includes a self-guided day trip to Mt. Pilatus, public bus transfers between Lucerne and Kriens, gondola ride from Kriens to Frakmuntegg, aerial cableway Dragon Ride from Frakmuntegg to Pilatus Kulm, cogwheel rail journey between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad, and a train ride back from Alpnachstad to Lucerne.
Highlights include riding the world's steepest cogwheel railway up Mt. Pilatus, taking in panoramic views during your ascent and descent by cable car, exploring observation decks or hiking trails at the summit for a personalized experience.
At the summit of Mount Pilatus, you have options such as relaxing at restaurants, enjoying a toboggan ride from Frakmuntegg, or exploring Dragon World to discover local stories and attractions.
A fun fact is that in 1421, it was said a dragon crashed nearby, leaving behind the Dragon Stone, which locals believed had healing powers.
Your journey involves taking public buses from Lucerne to Kriens, riding a gondola to Frakmuntegg, ascending on an aerial cableway known as the Dragon Ride, traveling by cogwheel railway up and down Mt. Pilatus, and finally returning via train.
At the summit, you can enjoy panoramic views from observation decks or choose to conquer hiking trails for a more personalized experience; there are also restaurants where you can relax after your adventure.
No, this is a self-guided trip. Guided tour services are not part of the inclusion list.
Reservations for seats on the cogwheel train are not included in your package; you'll need to make these separately if desired.
Expenses for any extra activities beyond those specified, such as dining or toboggan rides at Frakmuntegg and visits to Dragon World, are not included in the package cost.
The ascent up Mt. Pilatus via the world's steepest cogwheel railway takes about one hour as you climb 2,100 meters from Alpnachstad.
The tour includes a self-guided day trip to Mt. Pilatus, public bus transfers between Lucerne and Kriens, gondola travel from Kriens to Frakmuntegg, aerial cableway Dragon Ride from Frakmuntegg to Pilatus Klum, cogwheel rail from Pilatus Kulm to Alpnachstad, and a train ride back from Alpnachstad to Lucerne.
The tour provides public bus transfers between Lucerne and Kriens, gondola travel between Kriens and Frakmuntegg, aerial cableway Dragon Ride from Frakmuntegg to Pilatus Klum, cogwheel rail from Pilatus Kulm to Alpnachstad, and a train ride back from Alpnachstad to Lucerne.
Highlights include taking a self-guided trip by train and cable car for panoramic views of the Swiss Alps with round-trip transfers, riding the world's steepest cogwheel train up Mt. Pilatus, descending by cable car, exploring observation decks or hiking trails at the summit, relaxing in summit restaurants, tobogganing at Frakmuntegg, visiting Dragon World, and learning about the legendary dragon crash that left behind a rock called the Dragon Stone.
The world's steepest cogwheel railway ascends 2,100 meters in just one hour as part of your journey up Mt. Pilatus during the tour.
Yes, you can relax and have meals at the summit restaurants when visiting Mount Pilatus on this tour.
Thrill-seekers will enjoy the toboggan ride available at Frakmuntegg during your visit to Mount Pilatus.
Dragon World offers a unique local experience that you can explore when visiting Mt. Pilatus as part of the day trip included in the tour package.
The world's steepest cogwheel railway ascends 2,100 meters up Mount Pilatus in just one hour during your journey on this tour.
In 1421, it is said that a dragon crashed nearby leaving behind a rock known as the Dragon Stone. It was believed to have healing powers, adding historical intrigue to your visit.
The tour does not include guided tours or cogwheel train seat reservations and expenses for additional activities beyond the standard itinerary are excluded.
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