Mount Rigi Summer Day Trip from Lucerne
Add a trip up Mt. Rigi to your summer plans in Lucerne with this day-long guided trip. Traveling by boat, historic mountain railway, and cable car, you’ll enjoy a day packed with alpine vistas, guided activity, and free time. The itinerary is varied, but includes hikes to panoramic viewing platforms, lake-based sightseeing, and strolls to lesser-known yet lovely spots.
Highlights
- ✓Communicate with ease, traveling with a multilingual guide
- ✓Relax with all forms of transport covered in the day trip rate
- ✓Have free time for lunch in one of Mt. Rigi’s mountain restaurants
- ✓See architecture by Mario Botta and a place loved by Mark Twain
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your tour guide at Pier No. 1 to begin a relaxing cruise to Vitznau on the picturesque Lake Lucerne.
- ✓Upon arrival in Vitznau, transfer to the cogwheel train to reach the summit, Rigi Kulm. You’ll have some free time to explore the hiking trails, enjoy a quiet moment at the Rigi Kulm mountain chapel, or grab a bite at one of the local restaurants.
- ✓Continue to the car-free village of Rigi Kaltbad by cogwheel train and take a stroll around the village square, where you’ll spot the Mineralbad & Spa, designed by renowned Swiss architect Mario Botta — a true gem for architecture enthusiasts! You can then follow an easy hiking trail with a gentle incline to the Känzeli viewing platform (2 km, optional) and enjoy breathtaking views of the Alpine ranges from a new perspective.
- ✓Descend by aerial cable car and enjoy the stunning views of Lake Lucerne. Take a short walk downhill to the Weggis boat station, which Mark Twain famously referred to in 1897 as the “most charming place,” and capture the breathtaking scenery of the Lucerne Riviera with your camera.
- ✓Board the boat back to Lucerne and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you relax.
What's included
- ✓Boat cruise, cogwheel train, and aerial cable car rides
- ✓Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide
- ✓Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
What's not included
- ✓Food and Drinks
- ✓Personal expenses
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
10-15 minutes of moderate downhill walking is required, please wear sturdy shoes and bring sun or rain protection.
Please note: On the following dates, the round-trip to and from Mount Rigi will be operated by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance: 16–27 November 2026 and 1 March–2 April 2027
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Mount Rigi Summer Day Trip from Lucerne
Add a trip up Mt. Rigi to your summer plans in Lucerne with this day-long guided trip. Traveling by boat, historic mountain railway, and cable car, you’ll enjoy a day packed with alpine vistas, guided activity, and free time. The itinerary is varied, but includes hikes to panoramic viewing platforms, lake-based sightseeing, and strolls to lesser-known yet lovely spots.
Highlights
- ✓Communicate with ease, traveling with a multilingual guide
- ✓Relax with all forms of transport covered in the day trip rate
- ✓Have free time for lunch in one of Mt. Rigi’s mountain restaurants
- ✓See architecture by Mario Botta and a place loved by Mark Twain
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your tour guide at Pier No. 1 to begin a relaxing cruise to Vitznau on the picturesque Lake Lucerne.
- ✓Upon arrival in Vitznau, transfer to the cogwheel train to reach the summit, Rigi Kulm. You’ll have some free time to explore the hiking trails, enjoy a quiet moment at the Rigi Kulm mountain chapel, or grab a bite at one of the local restaurants.
- ✓Continue to the car-free village of Rigi Kaltbad by cogwheel train and take a stroll around the village square, where you’ll spot the Mineralbad & Spa, designed by renowned Swiss architect Mario Botta — a true gem for architecture enthusiasts! You can then follow an easy hiking trail with a gentle incline to the Känzeli viewing platform (2 km, optional) and enjoy breathtaking views of the Alpine ranges from a new perspective.
- ✓Descend by aerial cable car and enjoy the stunning views of Lake Lucerne. Take a short walk downhill to the Weggis boat station, which Mark Twain famously referred to in 1897 as the “most charming place,” and capture the breathtaking scenery of the Lucerne Riviera with your camera.
- ✓Board the boat back to Lucerne and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you relax.
What's included
- ✓Boat cruise, cogwheel train, and aerial cable car rides
- ✓Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide
- ✓Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
What's not included
- ✓Food and Drinks
- ✓Personal expenses
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
10-15 minutes of moderate downhill walking is required, please wear sturdy shoes and bring sun or rain protection.
Please note: On the following dates, the round-trip to and from Mount Rigi will be operated by cogwheel train due to cable car maintenance: 16–27 November 2026 and 1 March–2 April 2027
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.