Mount Rigi: Day Tour from Zurich
At a Glance
Highlights
- Experience the majesty of the Swiss Alps by coach, cable car, train, and boat
Tour Details
Depart for a full-day trip with a lovely coach ride along the shores of beautiful Lake Lucerne to Weggis, a charming summer resort on the Lucerne Riviera. Board the aerial cableway to Rigi Kaltbad and enjoy a breathtaking vista of pristine Lake Lucerne. Change for Europe's first-ever mountain railway to Rigi-Kulm at 1,797 m a.s.l. The unsurpassed views from the summit over the Swiss Midlands with its deep blue lakes and the snow-capped mountain range of the Alps will overwhelm you!
Stop for a moment and take in the views at Rigi, also known as Queen of Mountains, before you descend to Vitznau by cogwheel train. Dock at the Lucerne pier and stroll through the medieval streets of the Old Town.
What Makes This Tour Special
- Breathtaking views from Mount Rigi summit, often referred to as the best in Switzerland.
- Combination of different modes of transport: coach, cableway, and cogwheel train.
- Opportunity to explore the charming town of Weggis and the medieval streets of Lucerne.
Historical Background
What's Included
- Roundtrip transportation from Zurich in a comfortable coach
- Aerial Cable Car & Mountain Railway ride up Mount Rigi
- Cogwheel Train ride down to Vitznau
- 1-hour Boat Ride on Lake of the Four Cantons
- English-speaking guide (from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich)
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Optional activities
Is This Tour Worth It?
This day trips activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 3 reviews, priced from ~$179 per person.
Best For
Pros
- +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
- +5 items included
- +Booked through Tiqets
Cons
- -Cancellation policy not specified
- -Requires moderate - the tour involves some walking and steps, particularly at the summit and during the town exploration. fitness level
