By rail · LUCERNE TRAIN TOURS
The 15 best lucerne train tours you can book today, with the fare, the running time and who each one suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
From Lucerne, a guide such as Gaby, Judith, or Dominik leads you by bus, gondola, aerial cable car, cogwheel train, and boat to Mt. Pilatus. You get mountain views, free time for easy walks, and a summer cruise back to Lucerne.
“Great tour w/excellent company and guide. Wonderful way to experience Pilatus. Strongly recommend.”
Leave central Lucerne by coach for Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, and Jungfraujoch. Your guide handles the trains and Eiger Express, leaving you to enjoy the Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, Aletsch Glacier, and high Alpine views. Guides may include Kid, Hans, Raymond, or Hansruedi.
“A full day adventure. Our tour guide Kid took very good care of us and took lots of pictures for us. Take food as there is not much time to purchase food.”
Travel from Lucerne through Interlaken and Grindelwald to Jungfraujoch, using the Eiger Express gondola and mountain railway. Your guide handles the connections, then gives you time for the Sphinx Terrace, Aletsch Glacier, Ice Palace, and Alpine Sensation before returning through Wengen and Lauterbrunnen.
“The trip was as amazing!! The most gorgeous scenery on our 8 days in Europe. Guides, Dave & Sophia and driver, Louis, were excellent. The only slight issue was the lower section of the bus was a little warm, but the vents on the upper section worked great! Overall, we would rate this excursion as the BEST of our entire trip!!”
Travel from Lucerne to Jungfraujoch by coach, Eiger Express gondola, and cogwheel train. You’ll visit the Sphinx Observatory, Alpine Sensation, and Ice Palace with a multilingual guide. Guides have included Maude, Fernando, Sofia, and Bruno. Expect a long, weather-sensitive day at high altitude.
“We enjoyed great views of the Alps from gondola and cog wheel train. The Ice Palace was impressive and unique.”
Spend about 10 days touring Switzerland by first-class train, with two-night stays in Lucerne, St. Moritz, Zermatt, Grindelwald, and Zurich. Guided outings include Mount Rigi, Mount Pilatus, and Gornergrat. Guides such as Andrea, Gabriella, Leo, and Denise have led past departures.
“We loved this tour! Great choice of beautiful mountain destinations, charming hotels and restaurants that offered local cuisine. Our guides Gabriella and Leo were so personable, knowledgable, and fun to be with. They went the extra mile to Read more”
Take an unguided day trip from Lucerne by SGV boat to Vitznau, ride the cogwheel railway to Rigi Kulm, then reach Rigi Kaltbad for mineral baths and spa time. Return by train and boat, or use the cable car to Weggis. Pack swimwear and a towel.
“Mineral bath was average, but somehow added a lot of value to the trip because of the pairing with hiking. Would recommend. Good relaxation, smooth experience.”
Travel from Lucerne to Jungfraujoch with a multilingual guide, riding the Eiger Express and mountain railway via Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. You get the Ice Palace, Sphinx Terrace, Alpine Sensation, and Plateau, but the towns are mostly transit stops rather than full visits.
“Amazing!!! The bus ride goes quickly (although disappointed that the bus was late due to traffic and they didn't make up the lost tour time - they should have asked if people were ok with staying later). Ice cream stop is always wonderful! The views on the mountain were stunning! You Got to walk out onto the mountain in multiple areas, we went zip lining, food etc. It was crowded though. Need 3+ hours up there to really experience it which we were tight on. Highly recommend!”
Travel from Lucerne to Chur, ride the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps to Andermatt, then return by train for a guided Lucerne walk. Guides have included Anna, Ana, and Ray. Confirm the train service for dates between October 11 and December 6.
“The glacier train ride was wonderful, many beautiful sites. We stopped in Andamatt. A picturesque town. Many great photo spots. The walking tour beforehand gave us a great taste of lake lurcern. The disappointment to this excursion was they changed how our day was supposed to go. Train ride first, followed by walking tour. With this change we were unable to meet up with friends as we had previously planned. Also we were told we would be picked up at our hotel and the day before told we had to meet our guide at the local train station, which I wouldn't have known if I didn't confirm details the night…”
Travel from Lucerne to Mount Rigi by coach, cable car, cogwheel train, and Lake Lucerne boat. Your English-speaking tour host or driver explains the day, then you explore independently. Zuli has helped some groups with timings and directions, but this is mainly a transport-based outing rather than a fully guided mountain tour.
“Not a guided tour, they just arrange (but) the transport for you. The driver was nice”
Travel in a small group from Lucerne to Chur, ride the Glacier Express through the Oberalp section, and return via Andermatt and Lake Lucerne. Your guide handles the connections, while you enjoy mountain views, a reserved seat, and time at Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument.
“Muy Buena la Atención personalizada de Michelle. Muy atenta a nuestras necesidades particulares. Solucionó todo de manera eficiente. Amena y cordial.”
Start with a guided walk through Lucerne’s Old Town, including Chapel Bridge and the Jesuit Church. Then take a reserved panoramic train toward Interlaken, with time for photos, shopping, and Swiss treats. Guides such as Juliana, Marcela, and John have led this small-group day.
“We've started with Lucerne exploration and even had a nice chocolate stop in a very traditional shop - I would say even historical. Followed with a nice 2 hour panoramic train ride towards Interlaken. At the beginning it was a bit foggy but after 20 min the landscape changed completely, this change was fantastic. Our guide took care of everything tickets, easy change of transportation and giving us interesting information but without overloading us. We had a very nice day!!”
Meet your guide at Zurich HB for a 10-hour journey through Lucerne, the GoldenPass route, and Interlaken. You’ll see Chapel Bridge, alpine lakes, chalets, and Jungfrau views, with guides such as Juliana and Ivan available in several languages. Food is not included.
“The guide was very friendly and helpful; he told us a lot about the history. Unfortunately, the weather denied us a nice view. I find the price of about 400 CHF very exaggerated since the tickets were only worth 65.50 CHF.”
Travel independently from Lucerne to Engelberg on the Lucerne-Engelberg-Express, then take the aerial cableway to Mt. Titlis. Your ticket includes the Cliff Walk and ice cave. Allow about four hours, dress warmly, and use the flexible format to set your own pace.
“Easy travel to the glacier and snow. Loved the bridge and the views. The Ice-Flyer is not the real big thrill but ok, as it is included in the ticket anyway.”
From Lucerne, you travel by coach into the Bernese Oberland, spend a free afternoon in Interlaken or Grindelwald, and sleep in a 3-star hotel. The next day, a guide leads you by Eiger Express and cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch, including the Sphinx, Ice Palace, and Aletsch Glacier views.
“It was a most memorable trip. The guides were concise and knowledgeable. Jungfraujoch is really awesome! The journey from the beginning until reaching the top was full of anticipation. Even though the weather forecast was supposed to be a clear day, there was cloud cover when we got up there so we weren't able to see much from up top but it was still an amazing experience. I'd still recommend this trip. Don't forget to bring a jacket. It's quite chilly up there even in the summer.”
Travel from Lucerne to Chur, then cross the Alps on the Glacier Express to Brig with a private Swiss guide. Your reserved second-class seat includes a three-course lunch, headphones, and written information. Eric may lead your party, with free time in Brig before the return train.
“Wonderful day spent with a delightful and informative guide. Eric was very informative, an interesting conversationalist and an excellent guide. Thank you, Eric, for adding another dimensión to our time in Switzerland.”
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