From Basel: Lucerne City, Mount Pilatus, Cruise in Private Tour

12 Reviews 4.58 out of 5 stars Based on 12 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 92% of reviewers | Basel, Switzerland

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7 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Sit back and relax—there’s no need to worry about transportation, as all tickets for trains, boat rides, the cogwheel railway, gondola, and buses are included in this private day trip.
Take in the beauty of the Swiss Alps and lakes on a full-day private tour from Basel to Lucerne. Travel comfortably by train with a private guide to the charming lakeside city, famous for its stunning mountain backdrop. Enjoy a relaxing one-hour boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, followed by an exciting ride up Mount Pilatus on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway.

- Enjoy the beautiful Swiss landscapes while traveling by train with a private guide for your exclusive small group — customizable itinerary with hotel pick-up included

- Experience a scenic hour-long cruise on Lake Lucerne, offering stunning views of the city and surrounding Alps

- Ride on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway and explore at your own pace with options to personalize your journey—contact us to tailor your perfect day

What's Included

  • All transportation fees for Train, Boat cruise, coghwheel railway, gondola and bus - 2nd class
  • All fees, taxes and handling charges
  • Local guide for your exclusive small group
  • Any additional extra personal expense
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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Your guide will either pick you up from your selected area 30 min before tour time, or we will meet you at the designated meeting point at Basel SBB train station.

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Centralbahnstrasse 10
4051 Basel, Switzerland

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Basel SBB Station

The tour starts at the train station - Basel SBB. Your guide will be waiting for you at the designated meeting point
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Lucerne

Your journey continues with a scenic one-hour boat ride from Lucerne to Alpnachstad. As you depart Lucerne’s picturesque bay, the boat cruises past the charming lakeside towns. All along the way, you'll be treated to stunning views of the surrounding mountains, making for a truly memorable experience on the water.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Alpnachstad (pass by)

Alpnachstad is where the boat ride ends and the mountain journey begins. Here, you’ll board the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, which takes you up to Pilatus Kulm in about 35 minutes. The train climbs up the mountainside, following a narrow track along rocky ridges and through green alpine meadows. Along the way, you’ll enjoy great views of the landscape before reaching the top of Mount Pilatus
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Pilatus Luzern

Once you arrive at the Pilatus Kulm mountain station, you’ll find yourself on Lucerne’s famous local mountain. Here we will enjoy the viewing terraces, take in the sights from the panorama gallery, or relax at one of the two mountain hotels. While at the top, we will explore the Dragon Gallery, check out the scenic viewpoints.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Kriens (pass by)

The gondola from Pilatus will take us to Kriens where we will take a local bus for a small ride until Lucerne
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Lucerne

We'll return to Lucerne for a short stroll through the city, with time to take photos and visit one of its most famous landmarks – the Chapel Bridge
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Basel SBB Station

Return to Basel SBB train station (our starting point)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on From Basel: Lucerne City, Mount Pilatus, Cruise in Private Tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • All transportation fees for Train, Boat cruise, coghwheel railway, gondola and bus - 2nd class
  • All fees, taxes and handling charges
  • Local guide for your exclusive small group
  • Any additional extra personal expense
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please note: The boat and cogwheel railway are only available from May to October. During the off-season, the tour will be conducted using the gondola both ways to reach Mount Pilatus. The tour will conclude with a scenic one-hour boat ride on Lake Lucerne after returning from the mountain
  • Customers undertake all activities at their own risk. The Tour Operator's liability is limited to the tour price, including for direct damages caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. Liability for slight negligence, auxiliary persons, consequential damages, and lost profit is excluded.

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