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Lucerne & Bürgenstock Day Trip

Delve into the stunning Alpine landscapes of Switzerland on this day trip from Zurich: explore picturesque Lucerne and admire breathtaking views from Bürgenstock mountain. Lucerne & Bürgenstock Day Trip. After meeting at the Sihlquai bus terminal...

  • 10 hours
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Delve into the stunning Alpine landscapes of Switzerland on this day trip from Zurich: explore picturesque Lucerne and admire breathtaking views from Bürgenstock mountain.

Lucerne & Bürgenstock Day Trip

After meeting at the Sihlquai bus terminal parking lot in Zurich, you will board a bus to Lucerne. During the journey, your guide will highlight key monuments in the old town, including Chapel Bridge and the Jesuit Church.

Upon arrival in Lucerne, you will have free time to explore the city. Your guide will recommend noteworthy sites, such as Weinmarkt Square.

Afterwards, you will take a boat trip across Lake Lucerne to Kehrsiten and then ascend Bürgenstock mountain via funicular railway. At the summit, there will be options for hiking or visiting the historic resort that opened in 1827. You may also hike to the Hammetschwand Lift, the world's tallest exterior elevator. Note that the Hammetschwand lift operates from March 27 to November 12, weather permitting.

At the end of the day, you will return to Lucerne by funicular and meet your guide for the bus journey back to Zurich.

Hammetschwand Lift

The Hammetschwand Lift is open from April to October, subject to weather conditions.

Additional Info

The tour includes a guide from Zurich to Lucerne and back. No guide will be present during your free time in Lucerne and Bürgenstock.Some shops in Lucerne and Bürgenstock are closed on Sundays.The funicular railway will be closed for maintenance from March 16th to 20th, 2026.

Prices

Included

  • English–speaking guide
  • Transport by bus between Zurich and Lucerne
  • Return boat trip between Lucerne and Kehrsiten
  • Return ticket for Bürgenstock funicular railway

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets for the Hammetschwand Lift (15CHF per person)
  • Tickets for the attractions in Lucerna and Bürgenstock

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

Limmatstrasse 21, 8005 Zurich Zurich, Switzerland

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