Top Experiences in Pilatus Railways (Pilatus Bahnen)

When opting for a private tour, we offer a tailor-made experience, where every detail is adapted to your desires. Exclusivity is the norm, ensuring your journey is truly unique.

Travel with elegance and comfort in our high-end vehicles. From pickup to return, we eliminate logistical worries to ensure your experience is smooth and relaxing.

With expert local guides on hand, you'll discover the secrets and fascinating stories that permeate both Mount Pilatus and Lucerne. We optimizes every detail, providing a smooth journey full of magical moments.

Choose this experience the best of Mount Pilatus and Lucerne. Create unforgettable memories as we explore these extraordinary destinations together.

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

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 from Kriens, 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.

If you take the silver option you will come down by the cable car to Kriens and the driver will pick you up

With the gold option, Step down with the steepest cogwheel train to Alpnach, board a cruise across Lake Lucerne.

Enjoy some free time in Lucerne. Admire the Chapel Bridge,and its old town

Switzerland City Tour is very beautiful and best place for tourist attractions. It is very easy for tourists to look everywhere and walk by the lake. It would be great to travel, you won't get bored anywhere in this city and you will have a great time. This Tour will be 7 days and you will enjoy this Tour according to your wishes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Visit Lake Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus on a half-day tour by boat, steepest cogwheel railway in the world, aerail cableway "Dragon Ride" and panorama gondola.
Enjoy a mountain experience at 2132 meters above sea level
Incredible view from Mount Pilatus over the Lake Lucerne and Swiss Alps
Scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne
World's steepest cogwheel railway between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm
See the mountains and valleys from the panorama gondola and aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm

This is not a guided tour and there is no meeting point. Please check the timetable carefully, escpecially for the boat connections (2 - 5 boat depatrues per day). The Round Trip can be taken in both directions

 

Visiting Lucerne’s landmark mountain, Mt. Pilatus, is a must-do when you're in the Lake Lucerne region.
Start your trip at Alpnachstad or Kriens valley station and enjoy the 30 minutes ride with the world's steepest cogwheel railway (from Alpnachstad) or with the panorama-gondola and aerial Cableway "Dragon Ride" (from Kriens). At the top of Lucerne's landmark mountain, you can enjoy the great panoramic view over the Swiss mountains, Lake Lucerne and the city of Lucerne - either from the spacious panorama terrace outside or the cosy panorama gallery inside. After a few minutes, you can also reach one of the three peaks at Pilatus Kulm (Esel, Oberhaupt or Tomlishorn) and enjoy your walk in the Swiss mountains or on the Dragon Path. Pilatus is also called Dragon mountain because of the legends about a dragon living there - learn about these myths in the Dragon World at Pilatus Kulm.
This is not a guided tour and there is no meeting point.

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.

Enjoy a boat tour on Lake Lucerne with the Quatagis passenger ship, which is classically decorated with precious wood. Lake Lucerne is one of the most beautiful foothill lakes in Europe and offers a varied and breathtaking landscape with its arms. Many beautiful and tourist destinations are spread around the lake - in addition to the city of Lucerne, the tourist resorts of Weggis and Vitznau, the Rigi and Pilatus mountains and the Bürgenstock Resort, which is popular with wealthy guests.

Get in, sit back, enjoy the gentle breeze on your face and at the same time admire the idyllic shore landscapes and atmospheric images of Lake Lucerne. The ship is designed for a maximum of 12 guests and meets all safety standards required for commercial passenger transport.

Visit Lucerne’s landmark mountain Mt. Pilatus, with a 4-hour cable car and fondue tasting experience. Start at Valley Station in Kriens, and enjoy a 30-minute aerial 'Panorama Gondola' ride, suspended cable propelled car over a pre-Alpine landscape to reach Fräkmüntegg. Here, you'll transfer to the aerial cableway known as the 'Dragon Ride.' After another five minutes, arrive 7,000 feet above sea level (2,132 meters). Soak up the panoramic views over the lake and Alps. Then return on 'Dragon Ride' to Fräkmüntegg for Swiss fondue. After this Swiss lunch, take the 'Panorama Gondola' back to Kriens. Small-group tour includes round-trip cable car ride from Kriens to Mount Pilatus, fondue tasting with pairings, and is limited to a maximum group size of 8 people.

Visit Mt. Pilatus on a half-day tour by a scenic train ride, steepest cogwheel railway in the world, aerail cableway "Dragon Ride" and panorama gondola.
Enjoy a mountain experience at 2132 meters above sea level
Incredible view from Mount Pilatus over the Lake Lucerne and Swiss Alps
Scenic train ride between Lucerne and Alpnachstad
World's steepest cogwheel railway between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm
See the mountains and valleys from the panorama gondola and aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm

Enjoy a day of Alpine adventure in Switzerland on this half-day, summer trip to Mt Pilatus from Lucerne. Begin your journey toward the skies with a 30-minute panoramic gondola ride to Fräkmüntegg, and then hop aboard the aerial cableway for your ascent to the summit of Mt Pilatus. Relax at your leisure on the peak or take a short hike to make the most of the stunning scenery below. Descend to Alpnachstad aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train and cruise out onto Lake Lucerne to admire the views from the water.

Are you ready to fly like a bird?

Come and fly with me and live an amazing experience with a customized unbelievable flight!

Choose between a relaxing Paragliding Tandem flight or an adrenaline real Mountain Rollercoaster ride on a Speedriding run!

Speedriding and speedflying are advanced disciplines of paragliding that use a small, high-performance paraglider wing to quickly descend heights such as mountains. Speedflying and speedriding are very similar sports; speed flying is when the speed wing is foot-launched, while speedriding is a winter sport done on skis.

Embark on an exclusive winter expedition with our small-group tour from Zürich to Mount Pilatus. A scenic train journey leads to Luzern, followed by a short bus ride to Kriens. From there, ascend to the snow-kissed summit of Mount Pilatus via cableway. Marvel at the winter panoramas, relishing the serenity. Delight in leisurely free time for lunch amid the alpine charm, creating cherished memories of Switzerland's winter magic. Limited to a select few, this personalized journey ensures an intimate and unforgettable winter experience in the heart of the Swiss Alps.

Enjoy a 2-hour paragliding excursion with a up to 30-minute tandem flight (depending flight option and weather conditions) in the beautiful mountains around the lake of Lucerne. See the breathtaking scenery of Mount Titlis, Brunni, Stanserhorn, Rigi and Pilatus from a birds-eye view. Your crew is made up of a group of professional tandem pilots trained in accordance with the Federal Office for Civil Aviation and insured by the Swiss Hang Gliding Association. Tour is limited to a maximum of four people per booking.

Embark on an exclusive winter expedition with our small-group tour from Luzern to Mount Pilatus. Begin with a short bus ride to Kriens, followed by a picturesque cableway ascent to the snowy summit of Mount Pilatus. Marvel at the winter wonderland panoramas, relishing the serene beauty. Enjoy leisurely free time for lunch amid the alpine charm before descending, creating lasting memories of Switzerland's winter enchantment in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Limited to a select few, this personalized journey ensures an intimate and unforgettable winter experience.

Embark on an exclusive journey from Basel to Luzern by train, followed by a cableway ascent to the summit of Mount Pilatus. Guided by your private tour expert, soak in panoramic views and winter enchantment. This tailored experience seamlessly blends cultural insights, alpine beauty, and personalized guidance for an unforgettable day exploring Luzern and the breathtaking heights of Mount Pilatus.

Embark on an exclusive journey from Zürich to Luzern by train, followed by a cableway ascent to the summit of Mount Pilatus. Guided by your private tour expert, soak in panoramic views and winter enchantment. This tailored experience seamlessly blends cultural insights, alpine beauty, and personalized guidance for an unforgettable day exploring Luzern and the breathtaking heights of Mount Pilatus.

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.

Embark on an exclusive winter expedition with our small-group tour from Basel to Mount Pilatus. A scenic train journey leads to Luzern, followed by a short bus ride to Kriens. From there, ascend to the snow-kissed summit of Mount Pilatus via cableway. Marvel at the winter panoramas, relishing the serenity. Delight in leisurely free time for lunch amid the alpine charm, creating cherished memories of Switzerland's winter magic. Limited to a select few, this personalized journey ensures an intimate and unforgettable winter experience in the heart of the Swiss Alps.

Take a breath of fresh air in the scenic Swiss Alps on this 2-Day Alps Tour from Zurich: Mt Pilatus and Mt Titlis. Start your overnight adventure with a sightseeing tour of Lucerne. Then, board a panoramic aerial gondola car up to Mt Pilatus. Immerse yourself in the stunning views of the mountains and descend with the group by cogwheel train to board on 1-hour boat cruise back to Lucerne. Spend the night in a 3 star hotel in the charming city of Lucerne.
The next day, enjoy breakfast and some time at leisure before you embark on a unique excursion to the never-ending snow and ice of Mt Titlis, where snow covers the summit year-round. Visit the Glacier Cave, take a ride on the IceFlyer and walk over Europe's highest suspension bridge!

Embark on an exclusive small-group journey, "The Golden Roundtrip," starting in Basel and seamlessly connecting to Luzern by train. From Luzern, cruise across Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad, setting the stage for an unforgettable ascent on the cogwheel train to Mount Pilatus. Enjoy leisurely free time atop Pilatus, surrounded by alpine splendor. The return journey unfolds with a cableway descent via Kriens, offering scenic vistas and a thrilling conclusion. Limited to a select few, this personalized tour ensures an intimate exploration of Switzerland's natural wonders and historic landmarks.

Embark on an extraordinary small-group adventure, "The Golden Roundtrip," beginning in Luzern. Cruise across the serene Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad, where you'll board the cogwheel train for a breathtaking ascent to Mount Pilatus. Enjoy leisurely free time atop Pilatus, whether savoring the views or exploring the surroundings. The return journey unfolds with a cableway descent via Kriens, offering a thrilling and scenic conclusion to this iconic experience. Limited to a select few, this exclusive tour ensures an intimate and unforgettable exploration of Switzerland's natural wonders and historic landmarks.

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.

Embark on a winter wonderland journey from Luzern to Mount Pilatus by cableway, guided by your private tour expert. Delight in the snowy landscapes as you ascend to the summit, where breathtaking alpine vistas await. With personalized insights and flexibility tailored to winter conditions, this exclusive tour ensures an enchanting experience amid the snow-capped beauty of Mount Pilatus.

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.

For a full day of alpine summer splendor, make for the mountains on this guided roundtrip from Zurich to central Switzerland's Mount Pilatus. Your full-day guided tour includes a gondola and aerial cable car ride, the world's steepest cogwheel railway and a cruise on Lake Lucerne.

This tour allows customers arriving from Basel by River boat, several options to choose from when visiting Switzerland. Choose from Zurich, Switzerland`s busiest city, the capital Bern, the gem of Luzern and even Basel on the Rhine itself.

Basel will involve the old town and the cathedral, Luzern the wooden bridge and the Lion Monument, Zurich the Frauen and Gross Munster and Bern the clocktower and the Bear Enclosure.

Or go via nature and visit Mount Pilatus and the Lake Luzern region, the Bernese Oberland and Interlakien, Lauterbrunnedn or Grindelwald, the Rhinefalls or other stunning nature spots in Switzerland. There are several to choose from.

The idea is that you can select where you want to visit or perhaps think of extending your trip by few days. Feel free to get in touch and discuss your trip.

Treat yourself to the adventure of a lifetime with our guided tour that has been specially curated to help you make precious memories. Upon embarking on this unique excursion, you'll experience Swiss culture first-hand while immersing yourself in Switzerland's most mesmerizing landscapes. During this excursion, you'll experience five wondrous discoveries. First, float among the clouds as you ascend in a thrilling gondola lift ride. You'll then be guided to the highest peak of Mount Pilatus, where you can absorb breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.

The adventure will continue by cogwheel to Alpnachstad, where you will explore the world's steepest railway track before unwinding on a scenic cruise through Lake Lucerne. Concluding your trip at Vitznau, you will journey up Mount Rigi via train to discover the region's historical heritage and oversee where Switzerland was founded.

Treat yourself to the adventure of a lifetime with our guided tour that has been specially curated to help you make precious memories. Upon embarking on this unique excursion, you'll experience Swiss culture first-hand while immersing yourself in Switzerland's most mesmerizing landscapes. During this excursion, you'll experience five wondrous discoveries. First, float among the clouds as you ascend in a thrilling gondola lift ride. You'll then be guided to the highest peak of Mount Pilatus, where you can absorb breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.

The adventure will continue by cogwheel to Alpnachstad, where you will explore the world's steepest railway track before unwinding on a scenic cruise through Lake Lucerne. Concluding your trip at Vitznau, you will journey up Mount Rigi via train to discover the region's historical heritage and oversee where Switzerland was founded.

Dear travellers, since 1992, when I began my studies as an expert in tourism at the International School of Tourism in Zürich, my life has been completed thanks to representing this wonderful country to people from all over the world.
Today we work for the most important companies from this country as a guide and driver. we know every corner of this beautiful paradise made by hand. We know their traditions and customs, their best routes and the best places that few tourists have had the opportunity to enjoy. We have had the great opportunity to guide very important people of different cultures and we have excellent references.
Our passion for this job will offer you an unforgettable experience for a lifetime. We will make you feel at home. Welcome to Switzerland, the whole year around! The slowness gives us the time to enjoy what we do.

Treat yourself to the adventure of a lifetime with our guided tour that has been specially curated to help you make precious memories. Upon embarking on this unique excursion, you'll experience Swiss culture first-hand while immersing yourself in Switzerland's most mesmerizing landscapes. During this excursion, you'll experience five wondrous discoveries. First, float among the clouds as you ascend in a thrilling gondola lift ride. You'll then be guided to the highest peak of Mount Pilatus, where you can absorb breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.

The adventure will continue by cogwheel to Alpnachstad, where you will explore the world's steepest railway track before unwinding on a scenic cruise through Lake Lucerne. Concluding your trip at Vitznau, you will journey up Mount Rigi via train to discover the region's historical heritage and oversee where Switzerland was founded.

Treat yourself to the adventure of a lifetime with our guided tour that has been specially curated to help you make precious memories. Upon embarking on this unique excursion, you'll experience Swiss culture first-hand while immersing yourself in Switzerland's most mesmerizing landscapes. During this excursion, you'll experience five wondrous discoveries. First, float among the clouds as you ascend in a thrilling gondola lift ride. You'll then be guided to the highest peak of Mount Pilatus, where you can absorb breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.

The adventure will continue by cogwheel to Alpnachstad, where you will explore the world's steepest railway track before unwinding on a scenic cruise through Lake Lucerne. Concluding your trip at Vitznau, you will journey up Mount Rigi via train to discover the region's historical heritage and oversee where Switzerland was founded.

Mount Pilatus – the Golden Round Trip has it all! Enjoy the scenic private drive through splendid countryside and a visit of the charming city of Lucerne. Ascent by different aerial cable cars to beautiful Mt. Pilatus with possibilities of easy hikes and gorgeous photo opportunities. Descent by the world's steepest cogwheel railway followed by a relaxing boat ride on Lake Lucerne.

Treat yourself to the adventure of a lifetime with our guided tour that has been specially curated to help you make precious memories. Upon embarking on this unique excursion, you'll experience Swiss culture first-hand while immersing yourself in Switzerland's most mesmerizing landscapes. During this excursion, you'll experience five wondrous discoveries. First, float among the clouds as you ascend in a thrilling gondola lift ride. You'll then be guided to the highest peak of Mount Pilatus, where you can absorb breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.

The adventure will continue by cogwheel to Alpnachstad, where you will explore the world's steepest railway track before unwinding on a scenic cruise through Lake Lucerne. Concluding your trip at Vitznau, you will journey up Mount Rigi via train to discover the region's historical heritage and oversee where Switzerland was founded.

Do you want to feel the fresh air of the Swiss Alps? Are you a beginning hiker, or do you just want to live a once in a life time experience in the Swiss Mountains? Do you want to discover the history and technical details about Switerlands most well known export product; the Swiss Army Knife? Do you want to know how they are made, or maybe even make one yourself? Then this is the right tour for you!