From Zurich - Lucerne Day Trip with Lake Cruise & Train

Old Town, Lucerne, Zurich



Discover Lucerne on a day trip from Zurich. Enjoy a train ride, explore the Old Town on a guided walking tour, and choose to take a 1-hour Lake Lucerne cruise.

Highlights

  • Discover the charming Old Town of Lucerne on a guided walking tour
  • Enjoy a train ride from Zurich to Lucerne and back
  • Explore the famous Chapel Bridge, Water Tower, and Lion Monument
  • Choose to take a 1-hour Lake Lucerne cruise or enjoy extra leisure time
  • Learn about Lucerne's rich history, culture, and traditions from a local guide

Description

Meet your guide at Zurich HB train station and enjoy a 1-hour train ride to Lucerne. Upon arrival, embark on a 2-hour guided walking tour to explore the highlights of Lucerne, including the charming Old Town, the famous Chapel Bridge, the historic Water Tower, and the impressive Lion Monument. Along the way, enjoy beautiful views of Lake Lucerne while learning about the city's rich history, culture, and traditions from your local guide.

After the guided city tour, enjoy approximately 1.5 hours of free time for lunch at one of Lucerne's many restaurants or cafés. This break provides an opportunity to relax, enjoy local Swiss cuisine, and explore the area at your own pace before continuing with the day's activities.

If a lake cruise is included in the booking, enjoy a scenic 1-hour cruise on Lake Lucerne, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, lakeside villages, and historic landmarks. If the cruise is not booked, enjoy additional free time to explore Lucerne at your own pace, shop, relax by the lake, or visit local attractions.

Around 4:00 PM, return to Zurich by train, enjoying a comfortable ride through the Swiss countryside back to your starting point.

Includes

  • Round-trip train tickets 2nd class
  • Local guide
  • 2-hour city tour in Lucerne
  • Lake cruise (this option needs to be booked)

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Lake cruise (if not booked)

Important Information

  • Meeting point at Zurich HB train station

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes a train ride from Zurich to Lucerne, a guided walking tour of Lucerne’s Old Town, and an option for a 1-hour Lake Lucerne cruise or extra leisure time.
The tour starts at Zurich Hauptbahnhof (Zurich HB) train station.
The train ride between Zurich and Lucerne takes approximately one hour each way.
Yes, you can choose to take the 1-hour Lake Lucerne cruise or have extra leisure time to explore Lucerne on your own.
The walking tour includes visits to Lucerne’s Old Town, Chapel Bridge, Water Tower, and the Lion Monument.
A local guide familiar with Lucerne’s history, culture, and traditions leads the walking tour.
Yes, the day trip is suitable for most ages, with moderate walking involved during the guided tour.
No, train tickets are included as part of the day trip package.
The day trip runs throughout the year, but check the website for current departure times and seasonal details.
Detailed schedule and meeting point information can be found on the booking website or confirmation email.

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