Mount Rigi Day Trip From Zurich with Cogwheel Train
Explore the Swiss mountains by cable car, cogwheel train and lake boat
Duration
10 hrs
Includes
Cable car, cogwheel train, boat
Highlights
Set out from Zurich on a shared day trip that pairs guided coach travel with independent exploring. A professional English-speaking guide accompanies you to Weggis and from Lucerne back to Zurich, while you explore the mountain and enjoy the lake cruise without a live guide.
- Ride an aerial cable car up Mount Rigi
- Explore the mountain by cogwheel train
- Cruise across Lake Lucerne for a different perspective on the surrounding landscape
What's Included
- Round-trip coach transfers from Zurich
- English-speaking guide on the coach journeys
- Aerial cable car and cogwheel train tickets
- Boat ride on Lake Lucerne
- Written itinerary for the self-guided portions
Meals and beverages are not included.
Important details
- Children ages 0–5 join free.
- During cable car maintenance, both ascent and descent are by cogwheel train. Planned maintenance dates are November 16–27, 2026, and March 8–April 2, 2027.
- Arrive 15 minutes before departure.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date (destination local time) for a full refund. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable.
Product ID: 7XUPTN
Meeting details
Best of Switzerland Tours counter, Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Experience provided by Greetwell Local Partners
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