Lake Lucerne region - Day trip and hiking suggestions

Beautiful scenic train ride from Lucerne via the Bernese Oberland lakes to Montreux.

Cogwheel train across a spectacular rocky landscape, plus views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps.

Revolving cable car to an altitude of 3032 m. Great views and snow all year round.

Take a cruise at Lake Lucerne and enjoy the Alps while having lunch or sunbathing.

Cogwheel train and wide views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps.

An impressive train and boat journey across the famous Gotthard route.

This luxurious resort above Lake Lucerne offers hotels, restaurants, fantastic views and the thrilling Hammetschwand lift.

Unique open air cable car to a panoramic restaurant at 1850 m.

Interactive museum with cars, trains, planes and more modes of transport. Great for both adults and children.

The Voralpen-Express makes for a relaxing train journey between Central and North-Eastern Switzerland, passing green hills and charming villages.

A self-guided food tour along four fine restaurants in Lucerne. You will get a small dish in each restaurant, so you'll have had the equivalent of a full meal once you're done in the last restaurant. A very nice way to try Swiss food, including chocolate.

This guided tour starts with a scenic coach ride through the Bernese Oberland to the Jungfrau region. Then you'll travel by cogwheel train up to Jungfraujoch to admire the views.

Your guide takes you on a scenic bus trip to the Bernese Oberland, followed by a short break in Interlaken, and finally by bus to Grindelwald. Then you'll go up to Jungfraujoch by train and down to Lauterbrunnen where the bus waits for the ride back to Lucerne.

A comfortable coach will take you to Interlaken for a photo stop, and then to Grindelwald. You'll take the scenic cableway to First, then descent by the spectacular First Flyer, plus a cart and scooter ride. Finally there's a train ride to Interlaken to board the coach back to Zurich.

Small group guided walk in the historical town center of Lucerne. Apart from many medieval buildings, the city wall, old town squares and the lake, you'll see famous sights: the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church, and the Culture and Convention Centre on the lake front.

A local guide takes you to the historical town center, including the Chapel Bridge and the castle (Château Gütsch). A one hour boat ride to see Lucerne and the mountains from a different perspective is included as well. This small group tour takes about 3 hours.

This small-group tour starts with a bus ride across the scenic Entlebuch valley and a visit to the Kambly biscuit factory. Next, your guide will show you the historical town center of Bern. Before returning to Lucerne, you'll visit the Emmental show dairy to watch Swiss cheese making.

You'll get a return ticket from Engelberg to the top of Mount Titlis, plus a beginner ski experience on an easy, safe slope. There is a guide, but not a ski instructor, so this tour is perfect for a first ski experience and to have fun. Ski gear is included, and you can use the snow tubes too.

Guided walking tour along the castles and villas in the Lake Lucerne region, including a break at a hotel on the lake. This tour along St. Charles Hall, Neuhabsburg Castle, and Meggenhorn Castle takes about 4 hours.

Explore the historical center of Lucerne in the weeks before Christmas during this guided walking tour along the Christmas decorations and the markets. Up to 6 participants.

You will be picked you up with an air-conditioned minivan. Which places you pick to visit is entirely up to you. You can choose from many highlights, including Schilthorn, Giessbach Fall, Aare Gorge, the town of Brienz and more. Chris and his team get excellent reviews. You'll be in good hands.

Chris and his team receive perfect customer reviews. They will for sure offer you a comfortable day full of Swiss highlights. A private guide will pick you up anywhere in the Zurich/Lucerne area to show you the Rhine Falls, Zurich, medieval Stein am Rhein and lots of Lindt chocolate.

Chris and his team get excellent reviews, so a perfect day is guaranteed. Your private guide will show you around the area by air-conditioned minivan. You have many options to choose from, including a chocolate factory, Mt Rigi, Bürgenstock, Lucerne city center and many photo stops.

Enjoy a quick and comfortable private tour in an eco-friendly electric powered TukTuk along the highlights of Lucerne. The Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument are of course included.

Enjoy a personalized private tour to the most beautiful spots in Switzerland. The itinerary will be created by an experienced private guide who will take all your wishes into account. A good way to discover lakes, views and peaks you wouldn't easily find on your own.

Hiking along and above the eastern part of Lake Lucerne.

Easy, varying trail through the valley and along Lake Trüeb.

Explore the mountains south of Lake Lucerne.

A relaxed stroll along Lake Lucerne and Meggenhorn Castle.

Varying, off the beaten path hiking in the Melch valley.

An easy short walk in the pretty center of Olten. Ideal if you're interested in seeing a typical northern Switzerland town that is not too touristy.

Short hike on Mount Rigi with views over Lake Lucerne.