Tour in Lucerne

Three cyclists with helmets and backpacks look over a lake and town from a grassy hill with mountains in the background
5.0(10)
From ~$667
per person
7 hours
Lake Cruises
Lucerne

Panoramic E-Bike Tour with a Lake Cruise

At a Glance

Type
Lake Cruises
Duration
7 hours
Rating
5.0/5 (10)
Price
From ~$667/person
Fitness
Moderate - Participants s...

Tour Details

A combination of exercise and relaxation for a perfect day, a 3-4 hour, 40 km/24 mile ride using a power-assisted electric bikes that most people of normal physical fitness and stamina can do, combined with a scenic 2-hour lake cruise back to Lucerne. Ride along mostly off-road paths and trails on a ridge overlooking the lake and surrounding mountains, through beautiful countryside, green forest, and neatly cultivated farmland. Walk in William Tell’s footsteps at the Hohle Gasse and learn more about Switzerland’s great hero and his enduring significance today. As you wander on back-roads to Brunnen you can stop by at the the Swiss Knife Valley Center and Retail Store and vitsit their interesting pocket knife museum.

Note: minimum age to ride an E-Bike is 16 years.

What Makes This Tour Special

This tour combines cycling with a scenic lake cruise, allowing participants to enjoy both land and water views of the Swiss landscape. The use of electric bikes makes the tour accessible to a wider range of fitness levels.
  • A blend of active riding on electric bikes and a relaxing cruise on Lake Lucerne.
  • Opportunity to visit the Swiss Knife Valley Center with its pocket knife museum.
  • Guided tour with insights into local history and folklore, particularly focusing on William Tell.

Historical Background

Lucerne's history dates back to Roman times, with its strategic location along trade routes making it an important settlement. The city played a key role in the founding of the Swiss Confederation in the 13th century, symbolizing unity among the cantons.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This lake cruises activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 10 reviews, running 7 hours from ~$667 per person.

Best For

Families
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users · Those with limited time

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Requires moderate - participants should have a basic level of fitness to manage a 40 km bike ride, but the electric bikes assist with pedaling. fitness level
  • -Higher price point
  • -Inclusions not listed

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