Lucerne Day Trip + Yacht Tour

The activity lasts 10 hours

Available in English and Spanish

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Guide: English and Spanish

Transport by bus
English–speaking guide onboard the bus
Hour–long yacht tour with an audio guide in English

Food and drinks

Guide: English and Spanish

Transport by bus
English–speaking guide onboard the bus
Hour–long yacht tour with an audio guide in English

Food and drinks

Embark on an enriching journey from Zurich to Lucerne, a city renowned for its historical charm nestled in the heart of Switzerland. You'll have the unique opportunity to also enjoy a yacht cruise across Lake Lucerne, promising a memorable adventure!

Trip Overview

If you are eager to explore one of the most captivating cities in Switzerland's interior, join us at the Sihlquai Bus Station parking lot at the designated time. Our journey to Lucerne will commence from there, and prepare to be captivated by the sights!

As we travel, we’ll appreciate the scenic Swiss countryside while learning about the region’s fascinating history. Upon arrival, you will receive details regarding the time and location for our later meetup, as well as your boat ticket. Following this, you’ll have 6 hours of leisure to discover Lucerne at your own pace.

We suggest wandering through the historical heart of the city. Be sure to visit the banks of the Reuss River, and don’t miss crossing the iconic Kapellbrücke, celebrated as the oldest wooden bridge in Europe. Nearby, you can admire another landmark, the Church of the Jesuits.

This is also a perfect time to sample the delightful Swiss cuisine. At the scheduled time indicated on your ticket, embark on your yacht excursion around Lake Lucerne. This one-hour tour includes an English audio guide that will showcase the stunning lakeshore and natural vistas surrounding the city.

Once the yacht cruise concludes, enjoy additional free time to explore more of Lucerne independently. A must-see is the Lion Monument, an impressive sculpture hewn from rock by the Danish artist Bertel Thorvaldsen in the early 19th century.

Eventually, we will reconvene in central Lucerne to commence our return journey to Zurich, concluding this delightful excursion after approximately 10 hours.

Tour Information

Please be aware that this trip features limited guidance. The guide will accompany you only during the bus ride. However, we will equip you with essential information for navigating Lucerne's captivating attractions!

Adjustments to the Itinerary

Kindly note that from April 18 to July 31, 2026, the boat trip around Lake Lucerne will be conducted in a speedboat rather than a yacht, and it will not feature an audio guide.

The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.

Meeting point:

Sihlquai Bus Station parking lot (2 Limmatstrasse)

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Instructions

Meeting Point

The tour will begin at the scheduled time at the car park of the Sihlquai bus station, located at the following address in Zurich: Number 2 on Limmatstrasse (in front of the Fred Hotel). Please arrive 15 minutes beforehand.

How to Get There

To get to the Sihlquai car park, you can take public transport, such as the tram. Lines 4,6, and 13 at the Sihlquai / HB stop. The Central Train Station (Zürich Hauptbahnhof) is only a 10-minute walk from the Sihlquai car park.

For more info, check out the following link about how to get there.

Itinerary Changes

Please note that from April 18 to July 31, 2026, the boat ride around Lake Lucerne will take place in a speedboat instead of a yacht and will not include an audio guide.

Solidariry Contribution

This activity includes a small contribution to Myclimate. This is a non-profit protection organization based in Switzerland which promotes various projects against climate change.

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Lucerne Day Trip + Yacht Tour