Embark on a private alpine hike from Lucerne and discover breathtaking panoramic views of Swiss lakes and the Alps. Traverse off the beaten path, explore colorful flora, and experience the charm of local farms. This 10-hour guided excursion promises an unforgettable adventure.
Begin by meeting your guide at Lucerne Railway Station at 7:45am. You may purchase food and drink items at the station to bring for your picnic lunch. At 8:18am, depart the station by train and take 50-minute ride along the shores of two lakes, followed by a bus. Then take a historic funicular up a steep mountain to reach the car-free resort village of Stoosat 4265 ft (1300 m).
A brief hike through the pretty mountain village will take you to the chairlift station where you take a relaxing 20-minute ride on a chairlift to the top of Klingenstock (operating times depend on weather). As the chairlift quietly takes you higher, enjoy the unfolding mountain panoramas around you. Your real hike begins at the top with a 360 degree alpine view. Take a spectacular 3-4 hour hike along a mountain trail that meanders along the ridge from one alpine peak to another. Sturdy steel cables and chains are placed at critical points along the way to provide added security to the hiker.
Take a well-deserved break for a 1-hour picnic lunch (you must bring your own food) at one of the many stops along the way and marvel at the views while enjoying the break. Along the route you may be lucky to see farmers at work harvesting wild hay on the steep mountain slopes. A refuge hut gives information about this age-old farming method, its challenges and its importance for the maintenance of the local ecology.
A short steep final ascent gets you up to the Fronalpstock where the highest restaurant in the canton of Schwyz is located. Reward yourself at the Swiss restaurant with an unbeatable view over the whole Lake Lucerne for about an hour before catching a chair lift back down to Stoos. Make your way back to Lucerne by bus and train (or by boat depending on the time; at a small extra cost). Return to Lucerne between 5-6pm depending on the return route chosen.
Points of Interest
- Torbogen Luzern
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- Round-trip transport from Lucerne by train and bus
- Private guide
- Picnic food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Embark on a unique hiking experience offering breathtaking vistas of over 10 lakes and the majestic Swiss Alps. Journey via train, bus, and antique funicular to visually captivating alpine settings. Discover vibrant indigenous plants and hillside farms located on steep alpine slopes. This private guided hike, spanning 10 hours, includes round-trip transportation via bus and train from Lucerne.
- Bookable for groups of between 2 and 8 people
- Minimum age is 10 years but please note that the tour is not recommended for children who are not used to walking long distances; all children must be accompanied by an adult who takes full responsibility for the child
- Due to uneven surfaces and the nature of the trail, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities, or those with a fear of heights
- Subject to favorable weather conditions only; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.