Lucerne and Bürgenstock Day Trip from Zurich

Couple Walking Path Bürgenstock With Views

Duration10h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 48 travelers

Overview

Combine your trip to Lucerne, one of the most popular Swiss towns, with an unforgettable visit to Bürgenstock, famously known for its luxurious resort and panoramic views over the Lake and surrounding Alps. Enjoy your free afternoon at Bürgenstock to get a glimpse of the world of luxury at the resort, or opt for a hike in the alpine surroundings and take an optional ride with the renowned Hammetschwand elevator.

Options

English

Spanish

What's included

Bürgenstock funicular ride
Boat cruise on Lake Lucerne
“Best of Lucerne” audio guide (available for download on your own device)
Partly guided tour with a professional multilingual guide
Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks (available for purchase in Lucerne)
Hammetschwand Lift
Gratuities
Personal expenses

What to expect

Zurich
Pass by

From the centrally located Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station, the scenic coach journey begins through the city of Zurich, beautiful countryside, and along the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons to Lucerne.
Luzern Altstadt
3h

On the way into the Old Town of Lucerne, your guide points out the most eminent landmarks like the Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Once having arrived use your free time to roam around Lucerne, explore its sights, have a bite to eat or go straight away to the boat to Kehrsiten.
Kehrsiten
25m

Embark on a 25-minute scenic cruise to Kehrsiten, where you board the Bürgenstock funicular.
Burgenstock
2h 20m

Once you reached the luxurious Bürgenstock resort, get a refreshing drink or snack at the panoramic terrace or in the Lakeview Lounge while enjoying the stunning views over Lucerne and its surroundings. Visit the Hotel Museum and wander through 145 years of Swiss hotel history and retrace the paths of celebrities like Charlie Chaplin, Audrey Hepburn or Sean Connery.
For all the active or thrill-seekers we highly recommend taking an alpine hike to the Hammetschwand Lift, the world’s highest exterior elevator (optional).
Descend by funicular again and return to Lucerne with a relaxing boat trip.
Zurich
Pass by

In the evening the guide will meet you again in Lucerne to bring you back to Zurich, where your tour started in the morning.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.

End point

The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is accompanied from Zurich to Lucerne and from Lucerne to Zurich. For the individual stay in Lucerne and the visit to Bürgenstock, tickets and a written itinerary are provided.
Please note that some shops in Lucerne and on the Bürgenstock may be closed on Sundays

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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