Mount Pilatus Tickets

Unlock top mountain highlights paired with a scenic cruise through the 4th largest lake in the country; all with comfortable transfers from Lucerne.

• Day out to: Self-guided round trip from Lucerne to Mount Pilatus and back, using public bus transfers.
• You'll get: A self-guided Golden Round Trip with gondola rides from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg, the Dragon Ride aerial cableway to Pilatus Kulm, the cogwheel railway to Alpnachstad, and a scenic Lake Lucerne cruise back to Lucerne.
• Mount Pilatus: Reach the summit for sweeping mountain views, photo stops, and free time to enjoy the alpine atmosphere.
• Lake Lucerne: Cruise past shoreline villages and surrounding peaks while relaxing on the open-air decks.
• Options: Choose first or second class tickets for the lake cruise segment of your journey.

Inclusions

• Bus transfers between Kriens and Lucerne
• Access to gondola and cableway
• Tickets to the cogwheel railway
• First or second class lake cruise tickets (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Tour guide
• Seat reservation for the cogwheel train
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Meals and snacks in restaurants
• Additional activities (rope park, toboggan run)
• Other personal expenses

Accessibility

• This experience is wheelchair and pram or stroller accessible.

Additional information

• This is a self-guided tour, so there will be no guide present.
• Please check the Lake Lucerne boat timetables as there are multiple departures throughout the day.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

A hassle-free and convenient way to experience the rugged peak with signature mountain transport highlights and transfers from the city.

• Day out to: Mount Pilatus from Lucerne with a self-guided round trip via Kriens and Alpnachstad.
• You’ll get: Flexible-timing access to Mount Pilatus with bus transfers from Lucerne, a panoramic gondola and Dragon Ride cable car ascent, the world’s steepest cogwheel railway descent, and train transfers back to Lucerne.
• Krienseregg: Ride above alpine forests and meadows on a scenic gondola journey, with the option to pause at this peaceful mountain stop.
• Mount Pilatus: Take in panoramic Swiss Alps views from the 2,132 m summit, explore scenic terraces and trails, or visit Dragon World and Fräkmüntegg’s adventure attractions.
• Alpnachstad: Descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway before boarding the train back to Lucerne.

Inclusions

• Self-guided day trip to Mt. Pilatus
• Public bus between Lucerne and Kriens
• Gondola between Kriens and Frakmuntegg
• Aerial cableway Dragon Ride
• Cogwheel rail Pilatus Kulm Alpnachstad
• Train ride Alpnachstad to Lucerne

Exclusions

• Guided tour
• Cogwheel train seat reservation

What to bring

• Carry your passport and a valid ID for a smooth ticket check and travel experience.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for changing mountain terrain and station platforms.
• Pack any personal medication you may need in case it is not available on the mountain.
• Bring local currency or your usual payment card for meals, souvenirs, and extras not covered by the ticket.

Accessibility

• This experience is accessible for guests using wheelchairs and prams or strollers.
• You may bring guide dogs with you throughout the experience.

Additional information

• Mountain weather can change quickly, so dress in layers to stay comfortable in varying conditions.
• You can complete the round trip in either direction via Kriens or Alpnachstad.
• Check the official timetable carefully so you can plan your connections without rushing.
• Cableways may pause operations during adverse weather for safety reasons.
• Reserve seats on the cogwheel train between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm in advance to avoid long waits.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Pick your adventure with a 19th century railway ride and a modern gondola journey with the flexibility to choose your route.

• Everything you get: Round-trip Mount Pilatus tickets with panoramic gondola rides between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg, Dragon Ride cable car access between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm, plus cogwheel railway travel between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad aboard the world’s steepest rack railway. Experience the mountain from soaring aerial viewpoints and dramatic mountainside tracks in a single journey.
• Why choose this: You can choose your preferred route direction with start and end points at either Alpnachstad or Kriens making this the most tailored experience.

Inclusions

• Panoramic gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
• Cable car Dragon Ride between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm
• Fastest cogwheel railway between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad
• Access to panoramic terrace at Pilatus Kulm

Exclusions

• Seat reservation on the cogwheel railway
• Meals and drinks at Pilatus Kulm hotel or restaurants
• Guided tours
• Hotel pick-up and return transfer
• Additional activities (adventure park, toboggan run)
• Parking fees at the mountain stations Alpnachstad and Kriens

Accessibility
All cogwheel trains, gondolas, and the Dragon Ride cable car are wheelchair-accessible.
You find wheelchair-accessible lifts, toilets, and barrier-free access at Pilatus Kulm.
Wheelchair users must reserve in advance to secure suitable transport.
Additional information
You don’t have to reserve a seat, but it’s recommended. You can make your reservation through the Mount Pilatus website.
The tour operates in almost any weather, so you should dress for changing mountain conditions.
Hiking trails to Pilatus Kulm may be partly covered in snow, even in summer.
You should always check the cogwheel railway and cable car timetables on your travel day.
Children aged 5 and under travel free on this experience.
Small dogs up to 30 cm travel free on Pilatus railways but must stay in a transport container for the whole journey.
Dogs over 30 cm or not in containers need their own dog ticket for all Pilatus railways.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Discover Dragon Mountain with transfers from Switzerland's cultural hub, all with a complete loop of railway ride, cable cars & lake cruise.

• Day out to Mount Pilatus via Lucerne, from central Zurich via a comfortable AC coach.
• You’ll get an English, Spanish or German speaking guide based on the option selected, a tour of Lucerne, transfers up and down Mount Pilatus via cable car and cogwheel train, and an hour-long Lake Lucerne cruise.
• Lucerne: See key landmarks like the Jesuit Church and Culture & Convention Centre before heading to Kriens for the mountain ascent.
• Mount Pilatus: Reach the 2,132 m summit for panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps, with access to Dragon World and scenic summit trails.
• Cogwheel train and Lucerne cruise: Return via the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Alpnachstad, followed by a scenic Lake Lucerne cruise and coach transfer back to Zurich.

Inclusions

• Round-trip transfers via AC coach from Zurich
• Expert English, Spanish or German speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Sightseeing in Lucerne
• Panoramic gondola from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg
• Dragon cable car ride up to Mount Pilatus from Fräkmüntegg
• Descent from Mount Pilatus via cogwheel train
• 1-hour boat ride on Lake Lucerne

Exclusions

• Meals

Additional information

• Please note that children under 6 travel free, while those aged 6–15 get 50% discounted fares.
• From May 11 to October 18, 2026, your ticket includes a boat ride on Lake Lucerne.
• From October 19 to November 29, 2026, the boat ride is unavailable, and you will receive a lunch voucher as compensation, redeemable at restaurants on Mount Pilatus.
• From October 19 to November 27, 2026, the aerial cable car Dragon Ride is closed for maintenance and is replaced by a scenic cogwheel railway.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.