Mount Pilatus Summit from Lucerne With Lake Cruise from US$201

price per person From

US$201

Based on 2 adults

Created: Thursday, May 7, 2026 - Departure: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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Mount Pilatus Summit from Lucerne With Lake Cruise

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Ticket: Mount Pilatus Summit from Lucerne With Lake Cruise

Begin your day in Lucerne and enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, followed by an ascent to the Mount Pilatus summit. Depending on the season, you may combine a lake cruise with the steep cogwheel railway or cable cars, enjoying panoramic views of the Swiss Alps and the lake. This experience is ideal for two adults looking for a blend of relaxation and adventure in a single day.

The excursion typically includes:

Lake Lucerne cruise from Lucerne
Ascent to Mount Pilatus summit (by cogwheel train and/or cable car, season-dependent)
Time at the summit for walks, viewpoints, and cafés
Return to Lucerne with scenic mountain and lake views
Air conditioned vehicle for transfers.

About the destination

With the Alps and the Lake Lucerne as its backdrop, charming and prosperous Lucerne is a spectacular city. Brightly coloured wall painting, an art form that flourished in the late 16th century, decorate its narrow streets and colourful squares. The city is ideal for boat trips and excursions to Mt. Rigi and Mt. Pilatus. A walk along the river affords a great view of the old city. Two ancient bridges cross the river. The Chapel Bridge is decorated with scenes from Swiss history, and runs by the Water Tower, symbol of the city. The shorter Spreuerbrücke is adorned with Kaspar Megliner’s eerie Dance of Death paintings. Walk by the Altes Rathaus, City Hall, and through the charming squares of Weinmarkt and Hirschenplatz for a taste of authentic Swiss wall painting. For a bird’s-eye view of Lucerne’s dozen or so churches and three mountains, Pilatus, Rigi and Titlus, climb the medieval fortifications with their numerous towers. Don’t miss Das Löwendenkmal, a huge sculpture of a lion carved into the face of a rock dedicated to the Swiss mercenaries of Versailles. Mark Twain dubbed it “the saddest and most compassionate piece of rock on earth”. In the Am Rhyn Haus, next to the Altes Rathaus, you can see an interesting collection of late Picasso works. The combination of tranquil lake and breathtaking snow-capped mountains give Lucerne a special charm which is furthered even more by the medieval old town, famous wooden bridges and beautiful skyline.

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