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Mark_L, May 2026
Great day to the top of...
Great day to the top of Mt Rigi. Dress in layers and wear good walking shoes . We went on May 20th and it was cold, foggy and windy at the top, yet much warmer on the lake . You may have the option to walk down to the gondola ride and it is worth it in additional views , yet at times the walk was mildly steep, thus good sneakers or above recommended. You can take the cog railroad down to the gondola drop off point . Views did not disappoint ! If you are in Lucerne, you really should go to the top of Mr Rigi!. Our guide Rokf was very attentive to our group providing great insight and knowledge !
Roger_S, May 2026
Nice Introduction to Lucern (Luzern).
The tour took us to areas where we would have not found in our own. The information provided was interesting and straight forward vs a ton of dates and history. I thought that booking a walking and boat tour would have a guild on the boat tour but this is not the case. The guild simply pointed out the dock and times the boat left. The boat was nice however.
mark_p, May 2026
Definitely a must!!!
It is a MUST!!! It was an amazing experience with a FABULOUS guide. Kid (guide) was amazing, attentive, and so much fun!!!! Kid made sure we saw all the gems on our journey snd he made sure we walked away with many pictures of my partner and I with the best back grounds. He wanted to make sure you “enjoy your holiday” which he reminded us of often. I highly recommend this day trip. Things to consider…. Bring snacks and water. Be prepared for the cold temperatures and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Rebecca_K, Apr 2026
Lucerne city tour
Ana did a wonderful job showing us Lucerne. Very knowable of the area. Truly enjoyed our time together.
Only problem was, we were contracted by another agent. Saying we were to be on that tour.
Ana made the call and straightened it out.
Thank you and for a wonderful tour
Donna_L, Apr 2026
This was an amazing...
This was an amazing experience. We were fortunate to have a clear, sunny day. Our guide Nikky, was great. Nikky was a wealth of local knowledge, making recommendations for other sites to see and restaurants to eat at. She made sure the group stayed together, pointing out the best spots to get pictures. Made all guests feel comfortable and welcome. Great tour.
Mark_B, Apr 2026
Gorgeous Mt. Rigi
My wife and I were in Lake Lucerne in early April this year. I purchased the experience without understanding how transportation to the mountain really works. Luckily our hotel concierge mapped out three different options for us. The package included the cogwheel train up to the top of the mountain, but be aware the price of transportation to the cogwheel train is not included. We decided to take the beautiful boat ride. Depending on your fitness level, I highly recommend getting off before the top and hiking as there are some magnificent views along the way with spots to take pictures/videos. Once we reached the top and enjoy the views for a bit, we walked back down, partway to where the Kaltbad spa is located. What a wonderful, relaxing and unique atmosphere. I highly recommend this excursion.
Patty_S, Dec 2025
Great experience.
Great experience. Beautiful afternoon on the mountain. It does not disappoint.
Our guide was excellent. She was so very informative and made the trip that much more enjoyable with her knowledge. Dont be intimidated by the expansion bridge. The view on the other side is worth it.
Layne_L, Oct 2025
Fantastic experience!
This tour was excellent! I typically HATE tour groups, but this was definitely an exception. Sarah gave us a great tour. It was very personable and really just felt like an old friend was showing us around her home town. She told some great stories about the town and some of the locations. The chocolate tasting and cheese tasting were delicious. The walk to the chateau was a nice way to walk through some of the old town. If you also add the boat cruise, the guide will wish you well and send you onto the boat so you can take the departure time that works best for you. She also recommended several other sites to visit in Lucerne and the surrounding area. As we were looking through our pictures later that evening, my daughter was disappointed that we didn't take any pictures with our guide, Sarah, because she was one of the highlights of the whole experience. This was a great addition to our stay in Lucerne.
David_S, Sep 2025
Mt Pilatus Self Guided Tour
It's a good idea to reserve seats on the cog wheel train or you could be waiting at the station for some time.
Be aware when you get off the Gondala at Kriens that the #1 Bus Stop is not outside the station. It is a 10 minute walk following small blue signs pointing the direction. Beware the bus may be quite full. We had to stand for the trip back to Luzern HBf.
Amit_M, Aug 2025
Great way to see beautiful nature
Great experience to enjoy the beautiful mountains and the scenery. No guides, but everything was perfectly arranged. There was no hassle in getting access to any listed activities.
Definitely be prepared for a whole day of action and requires lot of walking. Highly suggest to plan extra time to explore the various activities in the park at the top. It can get pretty busy in the afternoon and wait for the slide ride was about 1hr, but was a good experience.
Matthew_R, Jun 2025
Must do! 10/10 exceeded expectations
This is a must do day out if in the area! So much to do and see. Recommend going straight to the top doing the ice flyer and cliff walk then you can work your way down the mountain and the activities. As of weather changes they do shut early. Only thing I was say is this is NOT a tour it’s simply tickets so you do still need to line up as if you are purchasing tickets outright and redeem your Viator ticket with mountain pass. This was a long line..
All in all was a 10/10 day and really trumped Mt Pilatus in Lucerne on activities and also price
Deric_L, Jun 2025
Our tour guide Theo was...
Our tour guide Theo was super fun and friendly. Theo was familiar with the area and knew every single turn of the street. He was knowledge of the history and shared bunch of interesting stories along the tour. This is the chance to explore outside of the city and also to experience the beauty of the surrounding and the lake. Theo did a great job covering all of them. If you have little to bring along or have someone who is not in paddling, this tour definitely solves the issue. I would imagine small kids who follow along would also have lots of fun.
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Modernity meets history in Lucerne, Switzerland, a city with a stunning lakeside perch. The city’s centerpiece, the 14th-century Chapel Bridge, is considered Europe’s oldest covered bridge. Lucerne tours let you venture beyond the bridge and help you explore on foot or by boat. Cheese and chocolate tastings are also in the mix. Plus, Lucerne’s mountainside location is convenient for day trips to the Alps.
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