Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich Including Lake Lucerne Cruise

The views were absolutely spectacular both on the mountain and on the boat tour!! my disappointment was that I thought it was a guided tour and it wasn’t. It was just the bus trip. They provided us with a ticket for the train and the boat and a map and a schedule of what time the trains came and what time to be at the bus to go home. The guy that was on the bus spoke very low and I couldn’t hear anything he said, and almost everybody around me said the same thing. So any information he may have given I didn’t hear. I think if I would’ve known, I would’ve studied more what to do in Lucerne so I could’ve made the most of my visit there. Being alone, I was afraid of not being able to find our bus so I spent too much time looking for that.

The operator is very well organized from the meeting point with its own kiosk marked prominently so you can’t miss it. The tour guide Gonzalo is informative and friendly made our trip one to remember - we will return and make sure to go with The Best of Switzerland Tours in the future. We had a bad experience the day before with another tour operator with no presence LOCALLY - very important factor when travelling globally (we later found out it was in Estonia).

Essentially, with this tour, you're basically paying for a bus ride. The bus takes you up, you spend WAY TOO LONG in Lucerne, go a boat ride, and then a bus ride home. When you're not on the boat you just kind of wander around a very picturesque, but far too touristy town for 5 hours. I mean, how many crowded stores can you go into selling the same Swiss Army knives, watches and t-shirts? The boat ride is pleasant, I guess, but if you've ever been on a boat before it's nothing different. Bottom line: Take an Uber there, spend an hour or two shopping, ride the boat if you want, then Uber back to your hotel. The one highlight of the trip was the helpful, knowledgeable, and pleasant guide that traveled along with us.

This was an excellent tour, very organized. Wonderful tour guide (Angela). We enjoyed every single part of the tour. Highly recommend it.

I recently joined a tour to Lucerne from Zurich and had a very pleasant experience overall. The trip was well coordinated and provided an excellent opportunity to discover one of Switzerland’s most beautiful and charming destinations. Lucerne is a remarkable city, offering stunning scenery, impressive architecture, rich history, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and lake. The tour allowed ample time to explore the city’s main attractions, walk through its picturesque streets, and appreciate the unique character that makes Lucerne such a popular destination. The guide was professional, organized, and helpful throughout the journey, providing useful information about the region and ensuring that participants were well informed during each stage of the tour. Transportation was comfortable, and the itinerary was thoughtfully planned to maximize the experience within the available time. While there were a few areas that could be improved to make the experience even better, the tour was enjoyable and delivered good value. It is a solid option for travelers who wish to visit Lucerne and gain a greater appreciation for the beauty and culture of Switzerland without the stress of planning the trip independently. I would recommend this excursion to visitors looking for a convenient and enjoyable day trip from Zurich. It offers a wonderful introduction to Lucerne and the spectacular landscapes that make Switzerland such a memorable destination.

Gabby was a great guide and paid attention to all. Made sure all had their questions answered. Very good at directing us. She cares. Pilatus ride up and down were very memorable. Restaurant at top was excellent.

We went to Lucerne and Mount Titilis today! It was a very nice experience and we enjoyed it very much! Even though we could not climb to the top of the mountain, we enjoyed it very much! Our driver Antonio and our guide Carla and Walter, very friendly and knew a lot... helped us with everything! Highly recommended this tour!

Very easy to find the bus station to get on our tour bus. The tour guide gave us a nice overview of the area and took us on a small guided walk to the famous wooden bridge in Lucerne. She provided us with a map of other tourist spots around town and showed us where the boat launch was located. The boat ride was nice and it gave a good overview of the lake and some of its history. Our return bus arrived on time and gave us a comfortable ride home. Please note you are left alone to tour on your own in Lucerne. No one guides you through town. We enjoyed this because we love to check out new locations on our own at our own pace.

Lots of “on your own time” in Lucerne. We had over 6 hrs to explore. The coach ride was well narrated into town and the lake cruise was beautiful on a comfortable quiet boat.

Our bus ride was comfortable and informative, and our guide was so helpful and kind. The cruise on Lake Lucerne was absolutely stunning, and you still have plenty of free time during the day to explore the city, eat lunch and do some shopping on your own time. The guide also gave us a map with all the major attractions in the city which was convenient and easy to follow. Overall a wonderful tour and would definitely recommend.