Mt Rigi and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Boat Ride
Overview
On this full-day alpine excursion, escape Zurich and spend a glorious day in the Lake Lucerne area, exploring Mount Rigi, known as the ‘Queen of the Mountains,’ and the picturesque lakeside town of Lucerne. This tour is mostly made up of free time and self-guided activities – your guide will be with you from Zurich to Weggis, at the foot of the mountain, and then you’re free to explore the mountain and Lucerne at your leisure. Ride an aerial cable car and a cogwheel train, take in stunning views over the Swiss Alps and enjoy a boat ride on Lake Lucerne – it’s a full day of gorgeous scenery and mountain delights.
What's Included
- Boat ride from Vitznau to Lucerne
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich
- Aerial cable car and cogwheel train rides
- Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
- Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
Meeting Location
Sihlquai Coach Parking
Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Zurich (pass by)
Weggis
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mount Rigi
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vitznau
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Lucerne
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Zurich (pass by)
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please note: On the following dates, the round-trip to and from Mount Rigi will be operated by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance: 16–27 November 2026 and 1 March–2 April 2027
- The tour is accompanied from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich. For the individual stay in Mt Rigi and Lucerne, tickets and a written itinerary are provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Mt Rigi and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Boat Ride?
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Activity code: C-3885SW305BS
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Boat ride from Vitznau to Lucerne.
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich.
- Aerial cable car and cogwheel train rides.
- Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate.
- Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off.
- Meals and drinks.
- Personal expenses.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mt Rigi and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Boat Ride is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mt Rigi and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Boat Ride will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Boat ride from Vitznau to Lucerne
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich
- Aerial cable car and cogwheel train rides
- Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
- Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please note: On the following dates, the round-trip to and from Mount Rigi will be operated by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance: 16–27 November 2026 and 1 March–2 April 2027
- The tour is accompanied from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich. For the individual stay in Mt Rigi and Lucerne, tickets and a written itinerary are provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
