City Break Lucerne – Scenic Gateway to Lake and Mountains

In Lucerne, tradition and nature merge in perfect harmony. The city is located on picturesque Lake Lucerne and fascinates visitors with its Chapel Bridge and charming old town. The best way to enjoy the fantastic mountain panorama during your Lucerne city break is on a boat trip on the winding lake or on an excursion to the Rigi or Stanserhorn.

5 days / 4 nights

from CHF 680

Planning

A city by the lake with mountains in the background, a ship sails over the water.

Planning

Highlights

Excursion to the Rigi – Queen of the Mountains
Guided tour past the most famous sights of Lucerne
Boat cruise on picturesque Lake Lucerne
Walk through the picturesque old town and the unique Chapel Bridge
Magnificent view from the sun deck of the CabriO-cable car to the Stanserhorn

Aerial view of a green mountain landscape with a large transmission tower and a lake in the background.

A group of people stands on a riverside promenade in front of a historic bridge with a mountain in the background.

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Itinerary

Overview

Day 1 Arrival in Lucerne
Day 2 Rigi round trip
Day 3 Guided city tour Lucerne
Day 4 Boat trip and excursion to the Stanserhorn
Day 5 Return journey from Lucerne

Map of Switzerland with itinerary Lucerne – Scenic Gateway to Lake and Mountains

Day 1

Arrival in Lucerne

Itinerary

You will be travelling by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Lucerne.

Overnight stay in Lucerne

Day 2

Rigi round trip

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You explore the Queen of the Mountains, the Rigi. You can reach the summit comfortably by boat and cogwheel railway.

Overnight stay in Lucerne

Day 3

Guided city tour Lucerne

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On a guided tour, you will visit famous sights such as the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church and the Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre.

Overnight stay in Lucerne

Day 4

Boat trip and excursion to the Stanserhorn

Itinerary

Take the boat to Hergiswil and then the train to the valley station in Stans. The "CabriO" cable car takes you up to the Stanserhorn.

Overnight stay in Lucerne

Day 5

Return journey from Lucerne

Itinerary

You travel by public transport from Lucerne to your destination in Switzerland.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

May to October

Recommended travel period

May to October

High season

June to September

Important information about the trip

What our Switzerland expert says

My personal favourite place
The "Ufschötti" is my favourite place in Lucerne. A park with a large green space and a sandy beach – really idyllic!
Nick