This short tour starts in Lucerne, where you will glide comfortably across Lake Lucerne on a steamboat and pass some of the most historic places in primeval Switzerland. In Flüelen, you board the Gotthard Panorama Express, which takes you along the Gotthard mountain route to sunny Lugano.
5 days / 4 nights
from £ 690
From price applies per adult, 2nd class with a Swiss Half Fare Card, 3-star double room. Flights not included.
Price example calculated for travel on 16.04.2025.
Travel in the 1st class panoramic coach along the historic Gotthard mountain route
Lucerne at the foot of Mount Pilatus
Fascinating audio and visual presentations on board the Gotthard Panorama Express
Boat cruise on Lake Lucerne
"Dolce Vita" in Lugano
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Itinerary
Lucerne – Lugano
Lucerne – Lugano
Lugano – Lucerne
Overview
Day 1 Arrival in Lucerne
Day 2 Stay in Lucerne
Day 3 Journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Day 4 Stay in Lugano
Day 5 Return journey from Lugano
Day 1
Arrival in Lucerne
Itinerary
You travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Lucerne.
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 2
Stay in Lucerne
Itinerary
You have a day at your leisure in Lucerne. Discover the city and the surrounding mountains.
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 3
Journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Itinerary
You travel by boat across Lake Lucerne to Flüelen. You then travel on the Gotthard Panorama Express train to Lugano. There you have time to discover the city.
Journey time: approx. 5 hours
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 4
Stay in Lugano
Itinerary
Spend a day in Lugano. Stroll along the lakeside promenade and enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere.
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 5
Return journey from Lugano
Itinerary
Travel by public transport from Lugano to the end point of your journey. Or extend your stay at a location of your choice.
When is the best time to travel?
Travel period
April to October
Recommended travel period
May to October
High season
July, August
Important information about the trip
What our Switzerland expert says
Get to know the construction history
A projection about the construction history appears on the wall of the Gotthard tunnel, which is also narrated by loudspeakers on the train. Impressive and exciting!
Customise your trip.
5 days / 4 nights
from £ 690
From price applies per adult, 2nd class with a Swiss Half Fare Card, 3-star double room. Flights not included.
Price example calculated for travel on 16.04.2025.
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