3 Mountains in 1 Day by Train: Cable Car, Funicular & Lake Cruise

Highlights

Leistungen

Ablauf

1. Travel from the bustling heart of Zurich into the peaceful landscapes of central Switzerland by train to Stans. As the train glides along the shimmering Lake Zurich and Zug we'll travel through rolling countryside dotted with traditional Swiss villages. The route offers lovely glimpses of Mount Rigi and the surrounding pre-Alpine peaks

   1,3 Std.

2. Glide up the lower slopes of the Stanserhorn on a charming wooden funicular from 1893, one of the oldest still in operation. Enjoy a nostalgic journey through meadows and traditional Swiss chalets, with the feeling of stepping back in time.

   9 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

3. Transfer to the world’s first double-deck, roofless cable car: the Cabrio. Stand on the open-air upper deck and feel the fresh alpine breeze while you rise high above forests, ridges, and cow pastures. The panoramic views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps are simply unforgettable.

   20 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

4. At 1,898 meters, the summit offers sweeping 360-degree views of ten lakes, countless mountain peaks, and the central Swiss lowlands. Stroll along the flower trail, meet the friendly marmots, or relax on the terrace with a coffee while soaking in one of Switzerland’s most iconic vistas.

   45 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

5. Begin your ascent to the second mountain with a scenic ride on the cablecar from Morschach. Floating high above the valley, the cableway reveals sweeping views of Lake Lucerne and the rugged alpine terrain.

   11 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

6. Arrive in the tranquil car-free mountain village of Stoos, set on a sunny plateau. Here, traditional chalets, peaceful walking paths, and breathtaking alpine scenery invite you to pause and take in the fresh mountain air.

   20 Min.

7. Visit the charming mountain chapel, a picturesque symbol of the village and a quiet place of reflection. With its backdrop of peaks and meadows, the Bergkapelle is a true alpine postcard scene.

   Vorbeifahrt

8. Conclude your visit with a ride on the world’s steepest funicular railway, descending toward Schwyz at gradients of up to 110%. The futuristic cabins level themselves as you glide smoothly down the mountainside—an engineering marvel and a thrill in itself.

   12 Min.

9. Climb the slopes of the “Queen of the Mountains” aboard Europe’s first mountain railway. The nostalgic cogwheel train carries you through meadows and forests as the views over Lake Lucerne and the Alps open wider with every turn.

   40 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

10. At Rigi Kulm (1,798 m), enjoy a 360-degree panorama stretching from the snowcapped Alps to the Swiss Plateau and across 13 glittering lakes. It’s one of Switzerland’s most celebrated viewpoints. For those who wish, follow the gentle trail from Rigi Kulm down to Rigi Kaltbad. This classic ridge walk combines sweeping alpine vistas with wildflower meadows and fresh mountain air.

    1,5 Std.

11. Descend by aerial cable car to the lakeside village of Weggis, gliding above vineyards and traditional farmhouses. At the bottom, the sparkling waters of Lake Lucerne await.

    10 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

12. End the day with a relaxing boat ride across Lake Lucerne. From Weggis, glide past bays, vineyards, and forested hillsides, with the mountains mirrored in the water. The journey back to Lucerne is a peaceful finale, offering time to sit back on deck and enjoy the scenery from a new perspective. For those who wish, a quick dinner can be enjoyed in the on-board restaurant while cruising.

    35 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

Stornierung

Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.

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How it compares in Zürich

• Its from-price is 10% above the median of the 314 tagesausflüge we list in Zürich.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 145 of 314.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Zürich

Zürich, größte Stadt der Schweiz, am klaren See mit Alpenblick, mittelalterlicher Altstadt und dem Kabarett, in dem Dada geboren wurde.

Die Altstadt erstreckt sich an beiden Ufern der Limmat, mit engen Gassen, Zunfthäusern und Kirchtürmen. Die Zwillingstürme des Grossmünsters sind das Wahrzeichen der Stadt, das Fraumünster hat Glasfenster von Chagall, und die Kirche St. Peter besitzt eines der größten Zifferblätter Europas. Der Lindenhof bietet einen friedlichen Blick über die Dächer.

Top-ranked sights in Zürich: Lucerne, Zurich Old Town (Altstadt), Lake Zurich (Zürichsee).

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