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Discover Lucerne and Lake Lucerne on a relaxing 1-hour panoramic sightseeing cruise. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city, the surrounding mountains, and famous landmarks along the shoreline. Board the boat at Pier 7 at Schweizerhofquai, directly opposite the Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne. Choose your preferred seating on the open upper deck, the main deck, or inside the comfortable onboard restaurant, where food and drinks are available during the cruise. Cruise along the shores of Lake Lucerne and enjoy views of the illuminated city, elegant lakeside villas, and attractions such as Meggenhorn Castle, the Bürgenstock, and the Richard Wagner Museum. Relax on the water, take stunning photos, and enjoy a peaceful sightseeing experience. This panoramic cruise is perfect for first-time visitors, short stays, couples, families, and locals who want to rediscover Lucerne from the water. The 1-hour boat tour ends back at Pier 7 in Lucerne.

Your expert guide will show you the city's highlights and hidden gems. On this walking tour you will be able to see a lot of places within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sights, your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city through the eyes of a local. This private tour can be customized according to your personal preferences. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. Therefore, the sightseeing points listed below in the itinerary are just an example of what is possible. Your guide can suggest other sightseeing points that better suit your interests. This tour has two options for guides: a local guide or a professional tour guide. Please be aware that a local guide does not have detailed historical knowledge. If profound knowledge is important to you, you should book the tour option with a professional tour guide.

Soak up the sweeping vistas and fresh mountain air of the Swiss Alps on a full-day guided tour from Lucerne. Travel by comfortable coach through the UNESCO-listed Jungfrau region, and admire scenery as you approach the mountain towns of Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, and Grindelwald. Enjoy a combination of guided commentary plus time for independent sightseeing, and see more in one day than you easily could alone.

See a whole new side of Lucerne —a side you’d easily miss if you tried exploring this huge city without a guide. On this small-group walking tour, you check off loads of essential city sights with one simple booking, such as St. Leodegar Church, the Lion Monument, Sternplatz, Hirschenplatz, and lots more.

Enjoy stunning views of Lake Lucerne, in the heart of the Swiss Alps, during this time-saver cruise. Discover unique lakeside vistas only accessible by water. Riding from Lucerne to Kehrsiten-Bürgenstock pier aboard the Wi-Fi-equipped boat, you’ll also get a front-row peek of the luxurious, ultra-modern Burgenstock hotel.

Lucerne boasts many cultural and historical landmarks, but discovering its highlights can be difficult on a self-led tour. Explore sights such as the Musegg Wall, the Chapel Bridge and the Jesuit Church on the Official Guided City Tour, and gain intimate insight into the city’s history and culture as you stroll the streets, squares, and alleys with your local guide.

Exploring the villages of the Swiss Alps can be confusing, but this group tour has you covered with mountain transportation all the way from Lucerne to the top of Mt. Pilatus. Your seasonal adventure includes panoramic gondola rides up Mt. Pilatus, free time at the summit, a ride down the world's steepest cogwheel train, and a scenic Lake Lucerne cruise (summer only). Guided commentary and round-trip transportation from Lucerne complete the experience.

Taste your way around Lucerne’s Swiss chocolate scene like a local with the help of a guide to help you swerve the tourist traps that aren’t worth your time. While you stroll, seeing landmarks such as the Chapel Bridge, Jesuit Church, and St. Leodegar Church, learn local trivia and history, and discover a side of the city that most visitors miss out on.

Discover all of Lucerne's highlights as well as hidden gems that you would never find on your own. This private tour takes you through parts of the city in a small vehicle that large tour buses can't reach. You'll see sights like the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument as your guide tells you all you need to know about Lucerne.

Instead of getting lost on your Lucerne vacation, getting stuck in tourist traps along the way, let a guide show you around not just the city’s top landmarks, but the best spots for Swiss chocolate tasting too. As part of a small group, you learn all about the city, hearing fun facts about its history and local life that you’d never get otherwise.

Say goodbye to pestering strangers to take your picture and to awkward, unflattering selfies. Instead, this small-group tour and photoshoot combo is the ideal way to preserve your Lucerne vacation memories. Stroll around the city sights with a local photographer who knows how to get you and the attractions at the best angles.

Experience Lucerne from the mountains and the water on this small-group guided half-day tour that includes Mt. Pilatus Peak and a cruise around Lake Lucerne. Ascend Mt. Pilatus by aerial cable car, then head to the summit via a leisurely hike. Afterwards, take the cogwheel train down before boarding a boat to cruise around Lake Lucerne.

Hop aboard the lovingly decorated Christmas train and enjoy a cozy ride through Lucerne’s festively lit alleys and squares—accompanied by atmospheric music and fascinating Christmas stories via the onboard audio guide. An experience full of magic—for solo travelers, couples, families, friends, and groups who want to discover the magic of the Advent season together. Hop on, lean back and marvel. Please note: In case of snowfall or icy roads, operation cannot be guaranteed. The decision regarding service lies with the operator, City Train. If the tour is cancelled, tickets will be refunded if a rebooking is not possible.

Discover the Swiss Alps aboard a hop-on hop-off panoramic bus, featuring oversized windows for unforgettable mountain views. Travel in comfort through Switzerland’s most scenic regions while your guide shares stories, highlights, and insider tips along the way. Hop on in Zurich, Lucerne, or Interlaken and enjoy a journey through lakeside landscapes, alpine valleys, and dramatic mountain scenery toward the Bernese Oberland. Begin in the enchanting Grindelwald, a classic Swiss village at the foot of the Eiger North Face, surrounded by glaciers, meadows, and towering peaks. Continue to the Lauterbrunnen Valley, famous for its cliffs and waterfalls. Next, visit Interlaken, nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and framed by the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks, offering stunning views and a lively alpine feel. This flexible panoramic journey is ideal for travelers seeking freedom, comfort, and breathtaking alpine scenery.

Visit Lake Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus on a half-day tour by boat, cogwheel railway, and gondola. After a cruise around the lake, ride up the steepest—and probably the most scenic—cogwheel railway in the world. Stop at the peak of Mt. Pilatus, where alpine vistas await. Descend via cable car to Kriens and take a public bus (ticket included in tour) back to Lucerne, where your tour finishes.

Discover Lucerne’s highlights with ease on this small-group walking tour, with a local to entertain you with stories about the city's history. From the Chapel Bridge to the Water Tower, and the majestic Lake Lucerne, the route showcases plenty of the city’s key landmarks on foot. You can also choose from different upgraded packages, such as the option to visit the Glacier Museum or the Swiss Chocolate Adventure.

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The Best Way to Discover Lucerne: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a lakeside coffee or a stroll through the narrow medieval streets and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Jesuitenplatz, Historisches Museum, Spreuer Bridge, Nölliturm, Old Town, Zytturm, Lion Monument, Rathaus, Hofkirche St. Leodegar, Seebrücke, and Chapel Bridge.

Home to medieval architecture and spectacular lakeside scenery, Lucerne is widely considered the jewel in Switzerland’s crown. On this tour, explore Lucerne and its surroundings on foot, and see the best of the city in one day. With your guide to lead the way, hit top attractions including the Chapel Bridge and Museggmauer Weg, and gain insight into centuries of colorful Swiss history. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Let one easy booking sort a whole day’s worth of Alpine sightseeing, including stops at Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, and more. Rather than fretting over navigating foreign roads on your own, let your driver handle that for you while you relax and soak up the views from your comfortable seat. When you stop, your guide shares more fun facts about the Swiss scenery than you’d ever learn on your own.

This private day trip from Lucerne takes you into the heart of the Bernese Alps, visiting some of Switzerland’s most breathtaking mountain landscapes in one seamless journey. Travel comfortably in a premium vehicle with a professional driver while enjoying spectacular views along the way. Discover Interlaken between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, explore the dramatic Lauterbrunnen Valley with its famous waterfalls and visit the alpine village of Grindelwald surrounded by the impressive peaks of the Jungfrau region. Unlike crowded group tours, this experience is fully private and flexible, allowing you to travel at your own pace, stop for photos and enjoy a relaxed door-to-door journey through some of Switzerland’s most iconic alpine scenery.

Get the traditional Swiss experience on a day trip from Lucerne, tasting chocolate and cheese, and discovering castles and chapels. Taking part in a small group, enjoy a more intimate tour experience as you explore. For an extended trip, upgrade to include a sightseeing cruise ticket, and see the Swiss sights from Lake Lucerne.

Dedicate an afternoon to getting the full flavor of Lucerne on this private gastronomy tour. Stroll through the Old Town with your guide, stopping off at a variety of local spots to sample charcuterie, chocolate, wine, beer, and more. Receive personalized tips and recommendations from your private guide and benefit from the additional option of adding a historical walking tour to your package.