5 Train Journeys in Lucerne That Earn Their Price

1.Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,338 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $212Our pick

Cable car to Mt. Pilatus, easy alpine hike, steep cogwheel descent, and a Lucerne lake cruise in one 5.5-hour guided day.

“The tour guide was great. even though we had a lot of clouds and couldn't see much the trip was still fun. the combo of bus, lift, train and boat was lovely. We had around 1hr 45 min at the top to do whatever we wanted and we didn't feel rushed at any point. We would do this trip again in the future hoping for no clouds.”

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2.Switzerland: Train, Bus, Boat Travel Pass Flex

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 3 - 15 days · from $373

A flexible Swiss rail, bus, and boat pass with included mountain rides, up to 50% off select excursions, and free entry to 500+ museums.

“The flexible option of the days was helpful . Ease of travelling , no hassle of buying tickets again and again”

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3.Boat Trip, Mount Rigi Train, & Mineral Baths Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 60 reviews · 1 day · from $185Best value

Lucerne to Mount Rigi by boat and cogwheel train, then Rigi Kaltbad mineral baths for a self-guided day with 360 views.

“It was worth it. If you are not the kind to do hikings from start to finish, this is a relaxing alternative to spend the day. Everything is well organized, signs everywhere so it's OK to go on your own, you won't miss the things you've booked.”

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4.Mt Rigi Day Trip with Cruise, Cable Car, & Train

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 13 reviews · 6 hours · from $217

Lucerne to Mount Rigi with cable car, cogwheel train, and Lake Lucerne cruise, plus a scenic coach ride to Weggis.

“The view of the snow covered Alps above the clouds was spectacular. It was even more impressive coming out of the clouds on the cable car into the winter wonderland. The boat ride around Lake Lucerne was interesting but could have avoided an embarrassing moment. We did not know our cruise tickets were for the 2nd class lounge and we asked to leave the 1st class lounge! As Americans we did not know!”

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5.Premium Panoramic Train, Lucerne & Interlaken

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 7 reviews · 10 hours · from $514

10-hour Zurich day trip to Lucerne, ride the extended Golden Pass panoramic train to Interlaken, then enjoy Jungfrau views and shopping.

“The guide was very friendly and helpful; he told us a lot about the history. Unfortunately, the weather denied us a nice view. I find the price of about 400 CHF very exaggerated since the tickets were only worth 65.50 CHF.”

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