Lucerne Day Trip

Spend a day enjoying the rich cultural and natural heritage of charming Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities, on this day trip from Zurich.

Lucerne Day Trip

Having met your guide at the Sihlquai bus terminal in Zurich, you'll set off towards Lucerne, captivated by views of Switzerland's landscapes. A stop will be made to photograph either Lake Lucerne or the Lion Monument, which commemorates Swiss Guards from the French Revolution. Onboard, your multilingual guide will share information about Lucerne's history and point out key attractions such as City Hall, Jesuit Church, Culture and Congress Centre, and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden bridge in Europe with 17th-century paintings. You will have approximately six hours of free time to explore Lucerne, visiting sites like Altes Rathaus and Hofkirche. At around 6 pm, you will regroup for the return journey to Zurich by bus.

What is there to do in Lucerne?

There are various ways to spend your time in Lucerne:

Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne: Various boat trips are available to experience the city and surrounding Alpine landscapes.Visit a museum: Home to the Swiss Museum of Transport, Natur-Museum, art museums, and a museum dedicated to Richard Wagner.Indulge in Swiss chocolate: Visit local chocolatiers for some prestigious chocolate brands.

Languages

This tour is partially guided. The guide will accompany you from Zurich to Lucerne and back, with no guide during your time in Lucerne, but you will receive information to help you explore independently.