Visit Zurich: Day Trip to Lucerne

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Take a coach from Zurich to Lucerne. You'll have plenty of time to explore Lucerne and its attractions at your own pace.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration10 hrs
LanguagesEnglish · Spanish
Meeting pointBest of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich
Tour stops

4 stops

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  1. Zurich, Sihlquai bus station

    Departure

    Travel with a tour guide via Albispass across the Swiss Plateau.

    Discover Zurich
  2. Lake Lucerne

    Stop

    Photo stop at glittering Lake Lucerne.

    Discover Lake Lucerne
  3. 6 h

    Lucerne

    Stop

    Short orientation tour, followed by six hours to explore the old town, Verkehrshaus or take a boat trip.

    Discover Lucerne
  4. Zurich, Sihlquai bus station

    Return

    Return journey in the late afternoon.

    Discover Zurich
Highlights
  • Tour with guide through the idyllic midland
  • Photo stop at the shimmering Lake Lucerne
  • Exciting orientation drive through Lucerne
  • Independent exploration of the charming old town of Lucerne for 6 hours
  • Optional cruise on Lake Lucerne
  • Drive to Lucerne in a modern coach
Description

Lucerne undoubtedly ranks among the most charming cities in Switzerland. The city on Lake Lucerne enchants with its medieval architecture, picturesque alleys, and other sights.

The comfortable coach takes you over the Albis Pass to Lucerne. The guide onboard provides amusing insights into the history and traditions of the Swiss central plateau.

Upon arrival in Lucerne, a short orientation tour through the city follows. The guide points out the most important sights. Afterwards, you'll have six hours to explore Lucerne on your own. You will receive detailed written information to assist your discovery.

Stroll through the charming old town, stop at one of the many restaurants, or visit the famous Swiss Transport Museum. You also have the option to take a boat trip on Lake Lucerne. In the late afternoon, you will return to Zurich by coach.

With dog, stroller, or wheelchair

Dogs:

  • only assistance dogs allowed (pre-registration required, free)

Wheelchair:

  • folded in the bus
  • independent boarding and alighting required

Stroller:

  • folded in the bus

Please be sure to inform the tour operator in advance. You can also clarify other details directly with them.

Swiss Activities Tip

If you're exploring Lucerne and looking for a good lunch spot, we recommend PETRUS Restaurant. The venue is divided into a restaurant and a café. Enjoy a hot coffee at the café or be surprised by delicious dishes in the restaurant. Right behind the venue are the creators of "Pastarazzi". So, look forward to unique homemade pasta.

Inclusions
  • Partially guided day trip in a comfortable coach

  • Bus journey from and to Zurich

  • Experienced tour guide

  • Climate offset via myclimate

  • Catering

  • Optional activities

Meeting point

Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich

Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

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Provider

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