Top Switzerland Cable Car Tours in 2026

Experience an alpine adventure on a Lucerne and Mt. Rigi day trip that features ample free time and self-guided activities. Ideal for car-free travelers, the excursion combines round-trip transportation from Zurich with prebooked tickets for the gondolas, cogwheel trains, and boats between Weggis, Mt. Rigi, Vitznau, and Lucerne. Suggested itineraries and timetables are provided, but how you use your allocated time is up to you.

Reaching Jungfrau’s Top of Europe with public transportation from Interlaken can be frustrating and time-consuming. However, this day trip offers seamless round-trip transportation and logistics, leaving you free to focus on the alpine scenery instead. Tickets for the Eiger Express from Grindelwald and the Jungfrau Pass cogwheel train to the Top of Europe are included, along with ample time to enjoy the summit views and attractions.

Geneva is flanked by alpine peaks and mountain villages, but without a car or local knowledge, reaching them may seem a challenge. This day trip offers a convenient way to visit the famous Swiss mountain village of Zermatt, and to see the iconic Matterhorn peak, which dominates the landscape. Round-trip coach transportation is included, along with the chance to ride the Glacier Paradise gondola, if you wish.

Towering over the Alpine resort of Engelberg, Mt. Titlis ranks among central Switzerland’s top natural attractions—a haven of outdoor adventure all year round. On this tour from Zurich, reach the peak with ease by deluxe vehicle and rotating cable-car, and enjoy unrivaled views over the Alpine scenery. Enjoy unlimited access to the rides and attractions at the peak including the Glacier Grotto, Cliff Walk, Fun Lift, and Ice Flyer.

Go beyond the typical tourist experience of Zermatt and discover its history and local traditions with the help of a guide on this small-group tour. Go further afield too, with a cable car ride up to the world-famous Matterhorn Glacier for incomparable views over the Alps. This booking also includes time to spend exploring the Glacier Palace below the glacier’s surface.

Explore Geneva by land and water on this guided chocolate tour. Sample around 13 different chocolate delicacies, including award-winning and heritage creations, while learning 2,000 years of chocolate history. You’ll visit artisan shops, discover hidden old town sites, and enjoy an express Lake Geneva cruise with views of the Jet d'Eau.

While Montreux may have mountains in easier reach, none are as iconic as the Matterhorn. But, if you want to see Switzerland’s standout peak when you’re in Montreux, there’s an easy solution. This day trip covers round-trip transportation to the alpine village of Zermatt, from where the Matterhorn commands the views. You can even upgrade to include Matterhorn Glacier Paradise tickets for closer vistas from the Klein Matterhorn.

Discover some of the Swiss Alps’ most famous peaks in just one day on this seamless trip from Zurich. Your destination is the UNESCO World Heritage–listed region of Jungfrau-Aletsch. Ride the Eiger Express gondola and the cogwheel train to ascend the Jungfraujoch mountain pass. Enjoy vistas of the Bernese Alps, explore the Ice Palace, and make the most of other summit attractions at the mountain plateau dubbed the Top of Europe.

Travel high into the Swiss Alps on a day trip from Montreux, and discover the mountain town of Les Diablerets at your own pace. Three options are available when you book: Select the Les Diablerets Trip Only option to enjoy four hours of free time in the village, upgrade to include a round-trip cable car trip, or go all out with the Gold Tour. As well as the cable car ride, the option includes the “Peak Walk by Tissot”, a food and wine tasting at the Space Refuge restaurant, and a white-knuckle ride on the world’s highest toboggan run.

Surrounded by dense pine forests, soaring Alpine peaks, and spectacular countryside scenery, Lake Brienz offers a world of outdoor adventure on Interlaken’s doorstep. On this tour, take to the calm waters by kayak with your guide, and see the best of Lake Brienz in style. Paddle through the clear mountain waters to the 12th-century citadel of Ringgenberg Castle and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour—limited to six people.

Discover a side of Zurich that’s all too easy for tourists to miss out on when they don’t have the help of a local guide. On this 6-hour walking tour with a maximum of 12 guests, you ensure the essential city sights are on your itinerary, such as St. Peter’s Church, Lindenhof Hill, Rindermarkt, and much more. Enjoy a lake cruise, cable car ride, included transport, and a sweet Swiss chocolate surprise.

Get more out of your Zurich vacation—and enjoy a hassle-free way to explore—on this half-day city highlights tour. After a coach tour of Zurich's picturesque Old Town, see the sights from a different angle during a Lake Zurich cruise. Finally, stroll to Lindt Home of Chocolate, where a chocolate museum and samples await. As a bonus, you can upgrade to include admission tickets to the FIFA Museum.

Discover the spectacular scenery around Mont Blanc without the hassle of taking on unfamiliar roads or public transportation on this Chamonix day trip from Geneva. Set off by coach and enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace without the constraints of a guided tour. Upgrade to skip the hassle of waiting in long ticket lines with pre-booked cable car and train tickets. Pause to capture photos or indulge in a leisurely lunch break whenever it suits your fancy.

Paraglide above the Swiss Alp peaks on a tandem flight with transport from Interlaken. At the launch spot in Beatenberg, listen to a safety talk with a small group of no more than 10 people, and then take off with a guide. Gaze down at Lake Thun and the snowy summits of the Jungfrau as you soar above the alpine landscape; the views are as breathtaking as the flight.

Switzerland is known around the world for its natural beauty and snow-capped mountains, but one sight may stand out from the rest: Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe. On this coach tour from Zurich, you’ll stop to see the falls from Laufen Castle, enjoy an optional Rhine Falls boat ride (extra cost), and visit the quaint town of Stein am Rhein.

The French Alps are tantalizingly close to Geneva, but if you don’t have your own transport, getting there can seem complicated. This private day trip offers hassle-free round-trip transport from Geneva in a panoramic minivan with hotel pickup. Aiguille du Midi cable car tickets are included plus a ride on the Montenvers cogwheel railway for views of the Mer de Glace, with free time to explore the lively mountain town of Chamonix.

Visit the Jungfrau the easy way with this action-packed day trip to ‘the Top of Europe,’ Staubbach Falls, Wengen, and Interlaken. You’ll see more in one day with all the logistics and travel from Bern organized up front, meaning you can focus on the fun stuff that the region has to offer: sweeping alpine vistas from the cog train to the Jungfraujoch, photo opportunities aplenty at the Staubbach Falls, and free time to explore the mountain town of Interlaken.

Explore the mountainous majesty of Chamonix, a picturesque village nestled at the foot of the magnificent Mont Blanc, on a half- or full-day tour from Geneva. Cross the border between Switzerland and France in a vehicle and admire quaint Alpine villages as you travel. Explore the beautiful village of Chamonix independently and ascend to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi in a cable car if you opt for the full-day option. Choose to include a train ride up to the renowned Mer de Glace glacier when booking your tour.

Explore the best of the Swiss Alps and discover top attractions with ease with this 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7- or 8-day Jungfrau region travel pass. Explore by boat, bus, gondola and railway, and enjoy hassle-free travel around Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Kleine Scheidegg, Harder Kulm and the Alps beyond. Follow winding hiking trails beneath the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks, and marvel at the plunging valleys and rolling hillsides of the beautiful the Bernese Oberland. With your travel pass to hand, customize your itinerary and explore at your own pace.

Marvel at the Rhine Falls of northern Switzerland on a coach tour from Zurich. Along with free time to explore Europe's largest waterfall, enjoy a stop by Laufen Castle and travel through Schaffhausen for a glimpse of 16th-century Munot Fortress. From April through October, there’s also the chance to include a Rhine Falls boat ride, which is payable locally on the day.

Take your Swiss Alps adventure to new heights on this independent day trip to Mt Rigi. Explore this breathtaking destination at your own pace, starting with a boat cruise from Lucerne. Use your pre-booked tickets and provided timetables to plan the cogwheel train and aerial cable car portions of your tour. You’ll take the railway up Rigi Kulm for two or five hours of free time at the summit, depending on which option you select. Then enjoy more postcard-worthy views en route to Weggis before the return boat ride to Lucerne.

Visit the frozen wonderland of Mt. Titlis—the only accessible glacier in this part of Switzerland—with a round-trip ticket on the 8-seater cable car that transports passengers from Valley Station in Engelberg directly to the station. From there, ride the world’s first revolving cable car, the Titlis Rotair gondola, to the summit station, enjoying unparalleled panoramic views of snow-capped mountains and untouched Alpine landscapes. Explore for as long as you like.

Simplify visiting the French Alps from Geneva with this private full-day trip. Skip the hassle of hiring a car or keeping up with a large tour group, and relax knowing the day's logistics are sorted. Enjoy an itinerary that includes Chamonix and Mont Blanc, with the option to add on a cable car ride to Aiguille du Midi and travel on the Montenvers Railway to Mer de Glace.

Discover Lucerne and its charming Old Town, without having to stay the night, on a full-day tour from Zurich. On arrival, take an introductory city tour with a guide, then spend the rest of the day exploring independently with an audio guide. See and do exactly what you want without needing to keep up with a group. Perhaps visit popular attractions such as Chapel Bridge, or browse the art galleries—the choice is yours.