Switzerland · MOUNT RIGI TOURS IN LUCERNE
Every trip has one free day too few. These 9 mount rigi day trips from lucerne justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Use one flexible day ticket to ride Mount Rigi’s cogwheel trains and cable cars. You can reach Rigi Kulm from Vitznau or Goldau, ride from Weggis to Rigi Kaltbad, and explore at your own pace. The pass suits families, hikers, and anyone seeking big Alpine views without joining a fixed tour.
“It's amazing. I'm amazed by the construction of this hillside. Reasonable price for this trip. Spend a good time with my family”
Use an all-day pass for Rigi’s cogwheel trains and Weggis cable car, then soak at the Mario Botta-designed Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths. This is a self-guided outing with no pickup or guide, and transport from Lucerne to Vitznau, Goldau, or Weggis is not included.
“Breathtaking beauty some walking exertion, If you’re gonna be in the area, it’s definitely a place you must see”
You’ll travel independently from Lucerne by boat, climb Mount Rigi by cogwheel train, and descend by aerial cable car to Weggis. Pre-booked transport covers the core route, while you choose your stops, walks, meals, and return time. No guide accompanies you.
“I liked that this is an independent tour, but could also be enjoyed as a guided tour. The only timetables that were provided was a link to the boat schedule. There were a lot of helpful people about though and we got where we needed to go. Note that you should take the cog wheel train to the top to Rigi Kulm and then you can stop at each station on the way down (1 hour between trains at each stop when we were there). You can take the tram down to Weggis from the Rigi-Kalabad-First stop. Note you have to walk 2 km down to the pier to catch…”
You’ll cruise Lake Lucerne, ride the historic cogwheel train to Rigi Kulm, use the mountain railways and cable car, then relax at Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths. The self-guided format gives you freedom, but you must track boat, train, bus, and cable-car times yourself.
“This was an outstanding day. Everything was easy to figure out, plenty of time for each portion of the tour and a great mix of activities. The walk to the spa took a full hour but the snow was deep and we took our time. Beautiful scenery!!!”
Spend 8 to 9 hours with a private English-speaking guide exploring Burgenstock, Seebodenalp, Lucerne, and local craft stops. Make chocolate or a Swiss Army knife, visit Glasi Hergiswil, and adjust the day with guides such as Ricardo or Chris.
“Chris did a great job offering to make adjustments to our tour. It was raining when he arrived and offered to move the tour to the following day. We were not able to do this so we made the best of a rainy day and we loved the cooler weather and the rain! We chose to visit the glass factory which was a bit boring. The chocolate tour likely would have been more fun. We saw some beautiful places around Lucerne and it was important to Chris that we had lunch at a great place! All in all, it was a tremendous and I would highly recommend to all!”
Travel from Lucerne to Mount Rigi by boat, cogwheel train, and cable car. Your multilingual guide, including guides such as Gabby, Monica, Rita, or Judith, handles the connections while you hike, eat, and enjoy views from Rigi Kulm, Rigi Kaltbad, and Weggis.
“It was a beautiful day trip! We loved our tour guide Rita. She was amazing, flexible and knowledgeable of Mount Rigi and beyond.”
Travel from Lucerne to Mount Rigi by boat and historic cogwheel train, then walk from Rigi Staffel to Kaltbad before riding the cable car to Weggis. An English-speaking guide handles every connection, with guides such as Rolf, Dominique, and Anja praised for their local insight.
“The itinerary was thoughtfully crafted, offering a perfect balance of iconic landmarks and off-the-beaten-path treasures. This small group tour ia a unforgettable day with stunning views, culture and information about Switzerland.”
Spend about 10 hours with a private English-speaking guide exploring Mount Pilatus and Mount Rigi from Lucerne. Ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, cruise to Vitznau, and use a cogwheel train and cable car on Rigi. Marc may be your guide, and lunch is not included.
“Awesome tour and our guide Marc was one of the best we have encountered. Extremely knowledgeable of the Mounts (lives on one) and history. Excellent recommendation for lunch with some local delights off the beaten path. Highly recommend the tour.”
Spend about nine hours hiking quieter routes on Mt. Rigi with a private English-speaking guide, visiting a Swiss farm, and sharing a light sausage BBQ. You’ll enjoy 360-degree summit views before returning to Lucerne by boat. Guide Mark may lead the outing, and vegetarian meals are available with advance notice.
“We like seeing hidden gems when on vacation and this was definitely one. We loved getting to hike on some lesser traveled pass and get up close and personal to the roaming cows. Having Mark do a bbq in one of the outposts was a wonderful and unique experience. Taking the ferry back was an unexpected bonus that allowed the trip to really show all aspects of the area.”
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