From Zurich: Funicular to Mt. Bürgenstock & Lake Lucerne
ID: GYG227452-391519
Category:
Country: Switzerland
Duration:
09:30 hours
Description
Join a partly guided day tour to Lucerne, one of the most beautiful cities in the Swiss Alps. Visit Mount Bürgenstock, famously known for its luxurious resort and panoramic views of Lake Lucerne.
Starting from Zurich, take a scenic coach journey through the beautiful countryside and along the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons, making your way to the charming town of Lucerne. Enjoy a short photo stop en route at either Lake Lucerne or the Lion Monument where you can capture the beautiful views on camera.
On the way into the Old Town of Lucerne, your guide will point out the most famous landmarks such as the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church, and the Concert & Congress Hall on a brief introductory tour. Once you have arrived in the Old Town, use your free time to wander around the city and explore its sights.
In the afternoon, the newly designed Bürgenstock shuttle boat takes you on a scenic cruise to Kehrsiten, before you board the legendary Bürgenstock funicular railway. Then, get a glimpse of the world of luxury at the Bürgenstock resort, which first opened its doors to the public back in 1827. Stroll along the paths where the rich and famous resided back in the day. Not only shopping or restaurant opportunities at the resort will await you at 500 meters above the lake, but also hiking paths and astonishing views over Lucerne and its surrounding landscapes.
All active or thrill-seekers can take an alpine hike to the Hammetschwand Lift, the world’s highest exterior elevator (optional).
Highlights
- Enjoy the beauty of the Swiss country side on a relaxing coach trip through the Alps
- Spend free time in Lucerne and soak up the atmosphere of this magnificent city
- Go on a scenic cruise to Kehrsiten then take the famous Bürgenstock funicular railway
- Discover the luxurious Bürgenstock resort
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour is guided from Zürich to Lucerne and back by a professional guide; for the unescorted part from Lucerne to Bürgenstock and back, you will be provided with tickets and detailed written information.
• Depart from Sihlquai Coach Parking near Zurich Hauptbahnhof (main train station). Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure and bring a valid ID.
• From the station, follow track 18 (last track on street level) until the road turns to the right. Follow the road for 50 meters and find the Sihlquai Coach Parking just opposite Starbucks
• By public transport take tram 4/6/13 to the stop “Sihlquai/HB”
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
