Embark on a mystical adventure to Mount Pilatus from Zurich. Discover the legendary dragon stone, the burial site of Pontius Pilate, and a petrified man. Take a panoramic gondola ride, enjoy breathtaking views, and explore Lucerne’s charming Old Town.
Embark on a mystical adventure to Mount Pilatus from Zurich. Discover the legendary dragon stone, the burial site of Pontius Pilate, and a petrified man. Take a panoramic gondola ride, enjoy breathtaking views, and explore Lucerne’s charming Old Town.
- Zurich - Begin your adventure in the lively city of Zurich with your expert driver-guide. Board our comfortable panoramic bus, perfect for enjoying stunning views. As you settle in, watch the cityscape transform into lush green meadows, sparkling lakes, and the majestic peaks of the Alps.
- Kriens - Your driver-guide will escort you to Kriens,…
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Zurich - Begin your adventure in the lively city of Zurich with your expert driver-guide. Board our comfortable panoramic bus, perfect for enjoying stunning views. As you settle in, watch the cityscape transform into lush green meadows, sparkling lakes, and the majestic peaks of the Alps.
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Kriens - Your driver-guide will escort you to Kriens, where your journey to Mount Pilatus begins. Board the cable car and glide effortlessly above verdant forests and alpine meadows, soaking in the breathtaking scenery as you ascend to the majestic summit.
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Fräkmüntegg - Delight in the cable ride to Fräkmüntegg, enjoy the viewpoints of the Alps, and board the Dragon Ride cable car to the top.
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Pilatus Luzern - Discover the legendary Mount Pilatus, Lucerne’s most renowned mountain, with our guide.
Your journey starts with a scenic gondola ride to the summit, where you’ll board the new “Dragon Ride” with expansive panoramic windows, giving you the sensation of flying as you ascend to the top. From the peak, be mesmerized by sweeping views of 73 Alpine peaks and take time to relax at the restaurants and terraces with stunning vistas at 2,132 meters above sea level.
Your expert guide will lead you through the experience, sharing tales of the mountain’s myths and history.
Choose your preferred option:
Silver Option: Descend by cable car back to Kriens, where your guide will meet you for the return journey.
Gold Option: Take the world’s steepest cogwheel train down the mountain, followed by a tranquil cruise across the serene waters of Lake Lucerne, with your guide providing insights along the way.
- Alpnachstad - If you choose the gold option, board the steepest cogwheel train to Alpnachstad and then unwind on a cruise back to Lucerne for some leisure time.
- Lucerne - Explore the village of Lucerne, the capital of central Switzerland. Enjoy an hour at your leisure exploring the Old Town and capture a photo of the famous Chapel Bridge or the Lion Monument.
- Lake Lucerne - If you choose the gold option, enjoy a cruise back to Lucerne and relax on the boat.
- Zurich - Return to Zurich filled with wonderful Swiss memories.

- Free time to explore Lucerne
- Cruise on Lake Lucerne (Gold option)
- Cogwheel train from Pilatus to Alpnachstad (Gold option)
- Dragon and flower path
- Cable car including Dragon ride
- Guide
- Free time to explore Lucerne
- Cruise on Lake Lucerne (Gold option)
- Cogwheel train from Pilatus to Alpnachstad (Gold option)
- Dragon and flower path
- Cable car including Dragon ride
- Guide
- Food and beverage
- Food and beverage
Discover the enchantment of Mount Pilatus on a small-group tour in a cozy panoramic bus. This stunning Swiss landmark is rich in legend: believed to be the resting place of Pontius Pilate, home to a petrified guardian, and the site where a dragon stone fell from the sky in 1420.
The adventure begins with a scenic gondola ride from Kriens, followed by the…
Discover the enchantment of Mount Pilatus on a small-group tour in a cozy panoramic bus. This stunning Swiss landmark is rich in legend: believed to be the resting place of Pontius Pilate, home to a petrified guardian, and the site where a dragon stone fell from the sky in 1420.
The adventure begins with a scenic gondola ride from Kriens, followed by the “Dragon Ride” cableway, featuring large panoramic windows for a flying sensation. From the summit at 2,132 meters, enjoy views of 73 Alpine peaks and unwind.
Choose your descent:
Silver Option: Return to Kriens by cable car, where your driver will be waiting.
Gold Option: Experience the world’s steepest cogwheel train to Alpnach, then delight in a scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne. Three experiences in one day!
Your journey includes free time in Lucerne, a charming Swiss city. Explore the delightful Old Town, with its cobbled streets and colorful frescoed buildings. Walk across the iconic Chapel Bridge.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.