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Mount Pilatus with Transport from Zurich

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•Operated by Best of Switzerland Tours AG•
Scenic landscape of a lakeside village with green fields, scattered houses, and a large mountain range in the background under a blue sky.
© Lucerne Tourism
Starting Time9:00 AM
Duration10 h
Smartphone Tickets
Instant Ticket Delivery
Best Times to VisitMorning
Live GuideEnglish and Spanish

About

From Zurich, take a coach ride through the countryside to Lucerne. On arrival, join a short drive past landmarks like the Chapel Bridge, Town Hall, Jesuit Church, and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Then, enjoy free time to eat, shop, or explore the Old Town.

Continue to Kriens and take a gondola to Fräkmüntegg. From there, ride the Dragon Ride cable car to the top of Mt. Pilatus (2,132 meters). At the summit, you can visit Dragon World, walk the Dragon Trail, or hike to the peak if weather allows.

Have lunch at a mountain restaurant and enjoy the views. Then, take the steep cogwheel railway down to Alpnachstad.

End the day with a 1-hour boat ride on Lake Lucerne. You can finish the tour in Lucerne or return to Zurich by coach.

What's Included

  • Multilingual tour guide
  • Transportation in a comfortable coach from Zurich
  • Entrance to panoramic gondolas and the aerial cable car Dragon Ride
  • Cogwheel train
  • Boat ride on Lake Lucerne

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks

Must Know

  • 19.10.-27.11.2026: Ascent and descent by cogwheel train, no boat ride but lunch voucher included
  • 28.11.-29.11.2026: Ascent by cable car, descent by cogwheel train, no boat ride but lunch voucher included

Instructions

1

Before you buy

Kids under 6 can join for free. Please select a free ticket for them.

2

On-site usage

  • The departure place is the Sihlquai Bus Station (Limmatstrasse 2), located behind the train station, in front of the Hotel Fred
  • Show your smartphone or printed ticket to the guide at the meeting point, the white ticket office marked with “Best of Switzerland Tours”
  • The tour starts at 09:30
  • Please check in at least 15 minutes prior to departure time
  • For the check-in, you must show your confirmation details and a valid ID
3

After your visit

If you can’t find the meeting point, please call +41 44 710 50 50.

Meeting Point

Limmatstrasse 2, Zurich

GPS:47.38049, 8.53754

Get There

Alpnach, Alpnach

6010

Reschedule and cancellation policy

Cancel for free until 1 day before your visit date and get a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?

Yes, you can cancel your booking for free up to 1 day before your visit date for a full refund.

What time does Mount Pilatus with Transport from Zurich start?

The experience begins promptly at 9:00 AM.

How much time should I plan for this experience?

You should expect to spend approximately 10 h exploring Dragon Ride (Pilatus Kulm).

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets for Mount Pilatus with Transport from Zurich start from $210.39.

Do I need to print my tickets?

No, printing is not required for Mount Pilatus with Transport from Zurich. You can simply show the digital ticket on your smartphone when you arrive.

How long does it take to receive my tickets?

You will receive your Mount Pilatus with Transport from Zurich tickets instantly via email right after your booking is confirmed.

What languages does the live guide speak?

The live guided experience is available in the following languages: English and Spanish.

When is the best time of day to visit?

For the best experience in Alpnach, we recommend visiting during the morning.

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$210.39
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