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Zurich · Switzerland
Lucerne & Bürgenstock
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Catch a glimpse of the world of luxury at the legendary Bürgenstock resort during a full-day trip from Zurich! Take a shuttle boat and the historic Bürgenstock funicular for amazing views over Lake Lucerne and the Alps. Opt for a hike in the alpine surroundings or a refreshing drink on the hotel terrace.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Relax during a boat ride on pristine Lake Lucerne to Kehrsiten
- Take the funicular up to the luxurious Bürgenstock Resort
- Leisure time with hiking opportunities at Bürgenstock
- Stroll the medieval streets of the Old Town of Lucerne
- Guided from Zürich to Lucerne and back
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Start into the day with a panoramic coach ride through picturesque landscapes and along the shores of Lake Lucerne to the marvellous town of Lucerne. Let your guide show you the main attractions on a brief orientation drive past the Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Enjoy approximately six hours to explore Lucerne and the Bürgenstock at your own pace. Take a scenic cruise with the newly designed Bürgenstock shuttle boat across Lake Lucerne to Kehrsiten, where you board the legendary Bürgenstock funicular. Discover the luxurious Bürgenstock resort that first opened its doors to the public back in 1827 and underwent complete reconstruction before celebrating its reopening in 2017. Retrace the paths of celebrities like Charlie Chaplin, Audrey Hepburn or Sean Connery at the Bürgenstock Hotel Museum. Take a seat in the Lakeview Lounge or on the panoramic terrace for a refreshing drink or snack before setting off on hiking trails amidst pure nature. Walk the Felsenweg path to the Hammetschwand Lift, the world’s highest exterior elevator (optional, summer) or follow a hiking path to the Hammetschwand viewpoint (all year round) for astonishing views over the lake and the city. Take a leisurely stroll through the shopping arcade and browse Swiss watches, jewellery and chocolates. Descend to Kehrsiten by funicular and return to Lucerne with a relaxing boat trip to round off your day. Meet your tour guide for the return journey to Zurich in the evening.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Lucerne
Sightseeing.
Continued
Zurich
Boating at Lake Lucerne.
Continued
Lucerne
Sightseeing at Bürgenstock.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Return boat ride Lucerne - Kehrsiten Return funicular ride Kehrsiten – Bürgenstock "Best of Lucerne" individual audio-guided walk (to download on your own device) 6 hours of leisure time for Lucerne and Bürgenstock Partly live-guided tour by a professional multilingual guide Transportation in a comfortable coach with AC Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Not Included
Optional Activities Meals and drinks Personal expenses
What to Bring
- The tour is accompanied from Zurich to Lucerne and from Lucerne to Zurich. For the individual stay in Lucerne and the visit to Bürgenstock, tickets and a written itinerary are provided. - Please note that some shops in Lucerne and on the Bürgenstock are closed on Sundays.
Restrictions
23-27 Feb 2026 and spring 2027 (dates to be confirmed): Not operating due to funicular maintenance.
Meeting & Pickup
Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich's main train station (Zurich HB). Address: Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zurich We kindly ask you to check in at the counter labeled with “Best of Switzerland Tours” at least 15 minutes before departure.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2025-07-04
5.00 / 5
My clients said everything about this experience was taken care of with professionalism and they enjoyed everything from start to fnish.
2025-04-22
5.00 / 5
This was an excellent excursion for us. There was generous time for exploring Lucerne, but the boat ride to Burgenstock and the tram ride up to the resort was terrific. It was a bit rainy when we were there and we had lunch at the top with terrific views. We didn't really know what to expect, and we were delighted with the day.
2019-10-16
5.00 / 5
We had a great time on this tour. The bus takes a scenic route to Lucerne and a shorter route on the return. Lucerne was our favorite city in Switzerland and Bürgenstock was lovely. We hiked around the resort and ate at the golf restaurant. We sat outside on the small patio looking at the alps and being serenaded by cow bells. It was perfect!
2019-10-16
5.00 / 5
We had a great time in Lucerne and also in beautiful Bürgenstock!
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