Spend a day enjoying the rich cultural and natural heritage of charming Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities, on this day trip from Zurich.
Day Trip Details
Having met your guide at the Sihlquai bus terminal parking lot in Zurich, we'll set off in the direction of Lucerne. Throughout the drive, you'll be captivated by the views of Switzerland's beautiful landscapes.
Upon arrival at our destination, we'll take a scenic bus tour and give you a brief introduction to the history of Lucerne's old town. Your multilingual guide will point out the city's most important attractions, like the City Hall, the beautiful Jesuit Church of Lucerne, the impressive Culture and Congress Centre, and the famous Chapel Bridge. This wooden walkway crossing over the River Reuss is filled with paintings dating back to the 17th century and is the oldest wooden bridge in Europe.
In Lucerne, you'll have approximately six hours of free time to explore Lucerne at your own pace. Visit monuments like the Altes Rathaus, the Renaissance style old town hall, or the Hofkirche, also known as the Church of St. Leodegar.
Then, we'll meet back up for the return journey to Zurich by bus, where we'll arrive back at the meeting point 9.5 hours later.
What To Do in Lucerne?
There are a wide range of ways you can spend your free time in the Swiss city:
- Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne: many different boat trips are on offer in the city, allowing you to take in the views of this beautiful city and the Alpine landscapes that surround it from a new perspective.
- Visit a museum: the Swiss Museum of Transport is the country's most popular museum, and Lucerne is also home to an excellent natural history museum (Natur-Museum), a number of art museums, and a museum dedicated to composer Richard Wagner.
- Indulge in Swiss chocolate: visit Lucerne's chocolatiers and treat yourself to some of the most prestigious chocolate brands in the city.
How it Works?
Upon booking, you will receive detailed instructions for meeting your guide in Zurich. After meeting, the group will travel to Lucerne together. In Lucerne, the guide will provide you with the necessary information and tips to explore the city independently.
Inclusions
- Round trip bus transportation from Zurich to Lucerne
- Multilingual guide during transportation
- Free time to explore Lucerne at your leisure
Exclusions
- Lunch and drinks
- Admission fees to attractions and museums
Meeting Point
The tour begins at the Sihlquai bus terminal parking lot in Zurich. Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time.
