Items | Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich Including Lake Lucerne Cruise
Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich Including Lake Lucerne Cruise
(67) Reviews
Zürich
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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In 2026, the Saphir yacht is being converted to a sustainable hydrogen-powered system and another motor vessel will operate the cruise. No audio guide will be available.
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The tour includes accompaniment from Zurich to Lucerne and back. For the individual stay in Lucerne and the yacht cruise, tickets and a written itinerary are provided
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Spend a day in the pretty city of Lucerne on a day trip from Zurich, enjoying a short introduction to the city, a cruise on Lake Lucerne, and plenty of free time. After traveling south through scenic landscapes, receive a brief introduction to Lucerne while driving into the city. Then enjoy roughly six hours at leisure to explore the city at your own pace. The day trip includes a ticket for a one-hour panoramic cruise on Lake Lucerne, where you can take in the beautiful lakeside scenery from the water. In 2026, the cruise will be operated by an alternative motor vessel while the Saphir yacht is being converted to a sustainable hydrogen-powered system.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
"Best of Lucerne" audio guide (available for download on your own device)
1-hour panorama cruise on Lake Lucerne
Transportation by air-conditioned coach
Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide (English/Spanish)
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
Best of Switzerland Tours AG
The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.
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Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich Including Lake Lucerne Cruise
(67) Reviews
Zürich
About
Spend a day in the pretty city of Lucerne on a day trip from Zurich, enjoying a short introduction to the city, a cruise on Lake Lucerne, and plenty of free time. After traveling south through scenic landscapes, receive a brief introduction to Lucerne while driving into the city. Then enjoy roughly six hours at leisure to explore the city at your own pace. The day trip includes a ticket for a one-hour panoramic cruise on Lake Lucerne, where you can take in the beautiful lakeside scenery from the water. In 2026, the cruise will be operated by an alternative motor vessel while the Saphir yacht is being converted to a sustainable hydrogen-powered system.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
"Best of Lucerne" audio guide (available for download on your own device)
1-hour panorama cruise on Lake Lucerne
Transportation by air-conditioned coach
Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide (English/Spanish)
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
Best of Switzerland Tours AG
The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.
Return
Itinerary
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Zurich
Start your day with a pickup from Sihlquai Bus Station in the center of Zurich. Enjoy the coach ride through the gorgeous Swiss countryside, and along the shores of Lake Lucerne to Lucerne.
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Old Town Lucerne
Enjoy a brief orientation drive, where your guide points out the main attractions of this charming town like the famous Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Explore this unique city on your own during the following six hours of leisure time.
5 hours
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Lake Lucerne
Included in your tour rate is a one-hour panoramic boat cruise on beautiful Lake Lucerne. Enjoy the stunning views of the lake, the surrounding mountains, and the charming city of Lucerne from the water - a relaxing and unforgettable experience.
1 hour
4
Zurich
In the evening, meet again with your tour guide at the same location where you were dropped off for the return journey to Zurich.
