From Zurich: 3 mountains accessible by train, cable car, funicular, and boat

ZurichOperated by Swiss D ToursWeather

Start from Zurich or Winterthur and explore three Swiss mountains using trains and cable cars, plus a boat trip on Lake Lucerne. Along the way, geography expert Dave shares fascinating insights about the landscape, regions, and modes of transport.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration12 hrs
LanguagesGerman · French · Italian · English · Arabic
Meeting pointZürich Hauptbahnhof (bitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter)

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Tour stops

7 stops

1Departure · ZurichReturn · Zurich
  1. Start at Zurich Main Station and take the train with your guide to Central Switzerland.

    Discover Zurich
  2. Ride the open-top CabriO cable car on the Stanserhorn.

    Discover Stanserhorn
  3. Ride the world's steepest funicular railway.

    Discover Stoosbahn
  4. The historic cogwheel railway on Mount Rigi.

    Discover Rigi
  5. Enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Lucerne.

    Discover Lake Lucerne
  6. Round off the day with an evening in Lucerne.

    Discover Lucerne
  7. Travel back with your guide to Zurich Main Station.

    Discover Zurich
Highlights
  • Start at Zurich main station and discover three Swiss peaks in one day
  • Ride a convertible cable car and the steepest funicular in the world
  • Experience the historic cog railway on the Rigi
  • Make the journey part of your adventure
Description

Depart from Zurich main station and travel with your guide by train into Central Switzerland. Then explore three stunning Swiss peaks using cable cars, funiculars, and cogwheel railways.

Enjoy the ride in the open-air CabriO gondola on Stanserhorn and the Stoosbahn, the world's steepest funicular. You’ll also experience the historic cogwheel railway on Rigi and relax with a boat trip on Lake Lucerne.

Finish by exploring Lucerne in the evening before returning together with your guide to Zurich main station.

Inclusions
  • Guided day trip using Switzerland's public transport

  • Geography expert Dave as your guide

  • Boat trip on Lake Lucerne

  • Adjustments to your interests and needs

  • Tickets for all journeys on this tour

  • Tickets for all rides on this tour

  • Meals

Meeting point

Zürich Hauptbahnhof (bitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter)

Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

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Important information
  • Seasonal closure: Stanserhorn is closed from November to April; during this time, take the cable car to Klewenalp or Scheidegg.
  • Bring comfortable shoes, a camera, and weather-appropriate clothing.
  • If you don't have a Swiss Travel Pass and need help buying your ticket, the provider can assist you.

Provider

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Swiss D Tours

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