Switzerland · BOAT TRIPS IN LUCERNE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 14 boat trips in Lucerne, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing before you commit.
Ride gondolas, the Dragon Ride, steep cogwheel train, and Lake Lucerne boat cruise on this scenic Mount Pilatus tour from Lucerne.
“It was a great way to experience Mt Pilatus via gondola and train, then a nice boat ride. Not having to navigate the tickets for each experience on our own was well worth it. Our guide, Gaby, was wonderful! Very informative and engaging”
Review of Lucerne’s small-group walking tour with optional Lake Lucerne cruise, cheese tasting, practical tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.
“It was informative, fun, and interesting! My brother and I enjoyed learning some of the history of this area. We also enjoyed the many meaningful sites our guide shared with us.”
Review of Lake Lucerne’s one-hour yacht cruise, with Alpine views, onboard audio, practical tips, price details, and honest drawbacks.
“Lovely vessel. No way to download to app finally found head sets 15 minutes in. Would not recommend unless you want a boat ride.”
Ride Mt. Pilatus by cable car and cogwheel train, then cruise Lake Lucerne with a local guide on this scenic half-day tour.
“Great guide, extremely organized and very charming. Went to the top of the mountain on a cogwheel train down on a gondola and lastly boat tour on Lake Lucerne. Highly recommended”
Review the Lake Lucerne one-hour cruise to Kehrsiten-Bürgenstock, with scenic views, WiFi, practical tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.
“Solid boat ride around the lake. It was a nice way to catch some views in a quick and timely manner.”
Review of the independent Mount Rigi tour from Lucerne, with lake cruise, cogwheel train, cable car, costs, timing, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“This is a self guided tour. You basically just print out your ticket and show the barcode to the attendant on each of the transportation points. Unfortunately, we went in early May and you couldn’t see anything the fog was so thick. We hiked about two hours from the top of the mountain down through a few towns but it was rainy and cold. We didn’t see anyone else hiking and assumed they had probably got right back on the cogwheel at the top to go back down. I would still suggest to go just be prepared for bad weather or no visibility at the top”
Review of Mt. Rigi from Lucerne, with lake cruise, cogwheel train, cable car, mountain views, and a relaxing mineral spa day.
“We had the BEST day on Mt Rigi….Vitznau train to Rigi Kulm, breathtaking scenery/views, loved hearing the cow bells, easy hike down to Rigi Staffel, relaxing mineral water pools at Rigi Kaltbad, cable car down to Weggis. Start & ended day on beautiful boat ride on Lake Lucerne. Highly recommend!”
Explore Lucerne’s old town with a local guide, then enjoy a one-hour Lake Lucerne boat ride in a small English-speaking group.
“Perfect experience, saw a lot of the Lucerne and learned a lot about its rich history, pretty much every step of the way. For our family (w/ two youngish kids) it was the right amount of duration, walking, information, without it ever feeling or becoming exhausting. Highly recommend.”
Review of a private Mt. Pilatus tour from Lucerne with cable car, steep cogwheel train, Lake Lucerne cruise, guide, and hotel pickup.
“Going up in the cable car in the fog and the boat ride. The guide was excellent and very friendly with us!”
Ride an e-bike through Switzerland’s Knife Valley, visit Hohle Gasse and Brunnen, then cruise Lake Lucerne back to town.
“Dave’s local knowledge was so helpful and welcomed! He showed us everything and was the perfect balance of explaining the Swiss culture without over explaining it :)”
Review of a private Lake Lucerne boat tour from Küssnacht, with Weggis, Bürgenstock views, swimming, lunch, and skipper Erik.
“Erik was a true pro with tons of local knowledge. He allowed us to make the day our own but showed us a lot of cool spots. Can’t beat swimming in Lake Lucerne! Highly recommend Erik for your boating adventure.”
Explore Lucerne’s bridges, old town, Lion Monument, and Lake Lucerne on a private guided walk and one-hour cruise.
“Our guide Adrian was Super! Took us all over the City and showed us his native town with enthusiasm. Highly recommended”
Review of a private six-hour Lake Lucerne boat tour with Weggis, Bürgenstock, swimming stops, lunch, and optional water sports.
“We did the Brienz tour from Lucerne, the organization was just perfect. The different stops allowed us to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and swim in the lake lake. Thanks to Erik for his availability and kindness.”
Ride four Swiss lakes by e-bike, take the GoldenPass train to Brünig Pass, and cruise Lake Lucerne with a private guide.
“Sehr sympatischer Guide. Haben es sehr genossen. Andrea hat uns sehr schöne Orte am Vierwaldstättersee gesehen. Danke”
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