Lucerne: Mount Pilatus – The Legendary Dragon Mountain
- 6h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the majesty of Mount Pilatus, Lucerne’s legendary mountain, on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Swiss Alps. Wrapped in myth and framed by spectacular Alpine scenery, this iconic peak is a place where legends come to life. Tales speak of Pontius Pilate resting beneath its waters, a petrified guardian watching over a hidden cave, and a mysterious dragon stone that fell from the sky in 1420. Your journey begins with a scenic gondola ride from Kriens, followed by the “Dragon Ride” cableway with panoramic windows offering the sensation of flying above the mountains. From the summit, enjoy views of Lake Lucerne and 73 Alpine peaks, with free time to explore. Choose your descent: Silver Option: Return back to Kriens by cable car, where your driver-guide will be waiting for you. Gold Option: Experience the thrill of the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Alpnachstad, followed by a scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne.
Inclusions
What's included
- Cogwheel train from Pilatus to Alpnachstad (gold option)
- Panoramic gondola and aerial cable car Dragon Ride
- Cruise on lake Lucerne (gold option)
- Dragon world
- Driver-guide during transportation
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
Meet your driver-guide in the picturesque lakeside city of Lucerne and set off towards Kriens, the gateway to Mount Pilatus. Sit back and relax as you leave the city behind, watching the scenery unfold from charming urban landscapes to lush green meadows, rolling hills, and spectacular Alpine views.
Upon arrival in Kriens, your journey to Mount Pilatus begins. Board the Panorama Gondola and glide above lush forests and alpine meadows, taking in breathtaking views as you ascend towards the majestic summit.
Enjoy a scenic ride aboard the Panorama Gondola to Fräkmüntegg, the middle station of Mount Pilatus and a hub for adventure and outdoor activities. If you wish, take a break to enjoy the mountain views or explore some of the attractions, including Switzerland’s longest toboggan run, the Pilatus Rope Park, and scenic hiking trails. With its mix of adventure and natural beauty, Fräkmüntegg is a perfect stop for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. Otherwise, continue your ascent to Pilatus Kulm aboard the famous Dragon Ride.
Continue your ascent to Pilatus Kulm aboard the thrilling Dragon Ride, an aerial cableway designed with large panoramic windows that create the sensation of flying above the Swiss Alps. As you soar towards the summit, take in breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne, rolling green hills, and dramatic Alpine peaks. Arriving at Pilatus Kulm at 2,132 metres above sea level, step into a world of spectacular mountain scenery and centuries-old legends. Take time to explore the summit, discover the myths and mysteries surrounding the legendary Dragon Mountain, and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views stretching across the Swiss Alps.
For those who choose the Gold Option, embark on a thrilling descent aboard Switzerland’s steepest cogwheel railway as it winds its way through breathtaking mountain scenery to Alpnachstad.
For those who choose the Gold Option, after arriving in Alpnachstad, board a scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne and admire the breathtaking Alpine landscape from a different perspective. As you glide across the lake, enjoy peaceful views of the surrounding mountains and picturesque shoreline before returning to Lucerne after a day filled with unforgettable Alpine experiences.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please note that we do not have an office in Lucerne. Go directly to the meeting point, look for our driver with a red jacket and find our Swisstours bus. Please have your voucher or booking number ready to show to the driver.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 50 travellers
- Operated by
- Keytours (Switzerland)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Gold Option, including the cogwheel railway and scenic cruise to Lucerne, is available from mid-May to mid-October.
- Mount Pilatus facilities are closed for annual maintenance from 19 October to 27 November.
- Any activities or attractions not specifically listed in the inclusions are optional and available at your own expense.
- Child seats are not provided. Guests traveling with infants or children are required to bring an appropriate child seat. For safety reasons, the driver reserves the right to refuse transportation if the required child seat is not available.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions. However, mountain activities are subject to weather and operational conditions. In exceptional circumstances, the itinerary may be adjusted for safety and operational reasons.
- This experience may not be suitable for guests with a fear of heights.
How it compares in Lucerne
- Its from-price is 17% below the median of the 59 city tours we list in Lucerne.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 40 of 59.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Lucerne
Lucerne is a compact Swiss lake city with a covered wooden bridge, a medieval wall and a ring of mountains, in the heart of Switzerland.
Lucerne sits at the northern end of Lake Lucerne, where the Reuss River flows out under two old wooden bridges. The Chapel Bridge, with its stone water tower and painted roof panels, dates from the fourteenth century, although it was partly rebuilt after a fire in 1993. The old town has painted house fronts, squares and the twin-spired Jesuit church, and the Museggmauer, a wall with nine towers, closes it to the north.
Top-ranked sights in Lucerne: Lake Lucerne (Vierwaldstättersee), Lucerne Old Town, Mt. Pilatus.
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