Ascend to the top of Mount Pilatus by panorama gondolas and cable cars on this tour from Zurich. Discover the habitat of the mountain's mythical dragon, and enjoy a traditional lunch amidst stunning scenery and glorious views over the Alps.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 9.5 hours
- Starting time 9:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, German
Experience
- Behold the magnificent view from Mount Pilatus over the Swiss Alps and the lake
- Ascend to Fräkmüntegg by panorama gondolas
- Ride with the new cable cars up to the top of PIlatus Kulm
- Enjoy a typical alpine lunch at a cozy restaurant
- Partly-guided tour by professional multilingual guide
- Transportation in comfortable coach
- Panoramic gondolas and aerial cable car Dragon Ride
- Lunch voucher (CHF 20 per adult/CHF 10 per child)
- Bus (public transport) from Kriens to Lucerne
- Personal expenses
- Beverages
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Prepare for the activity
Meet at the Sihlquai parking lot, opposite the Zurich Central Train Station. Follow track 18 until the road turns to the right. Follow this bend for about 55 yards (50 meters). From there, you will easily see the parking lot. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour departure time. Identification is required, please remember to bring a valid piece of ID.
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- Passport or ID card
Not allowed
- Food and drinks in the vehicle
Know before you go
- Please note that this tour only runs during the winter season. Over the summer an alternative “Golden Round Trip” tour is offered
- The tour is accompanied from Zürich to Kriens and from Lucerne to Zürich. For your individual ascent and descent at Mt. Pilatus and the public bus ride back to Lucerne you will receive tickets and a written itinerary