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Take a Trip to Lucerne on Your Switzerland Vacation
Lucerne is a city and municipality nestled in the heart of Switzerland on Lake Lucerne. It is a key highlight of any trip to Switzerland and an ideal starting point for excursions into central Switzerland, the Swiss Alps, and around Lake Lucerne. The city and municipality of Lucerne boast an unmistakable cityscape with incredible views of Lake Lucerne and several other key landmarks in the historic Old Town, including the 14th-century Chapel Bridge, the 17th-century Jesuit Church (Jesuitenkirche), and the medieval fortified Musegg wall (Museggmauer).
Lucerne's compact Old Town is best explored on foot, while lake cruises, cogwheel railways and cable cars climb Mount Pilatus and Rigi. Travellers who purchase the Lucerne Travel Pass can enjoy unlimited travel for three to 10 days on trains, buses, boats, and several cableways in Central Switzerland. Late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October) bring mild weather and lighter crowds, while summer weekends (July to August) are often the busiest.
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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland: Iconic Rail Journey
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, and InterlakenExperience the beauty of Switzerland on a train journey. Travel from Zurich to stunning Zermatt, with breathtaking scenery and charming towns along the way.
8 days
From US$3,675/p.p.
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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - Panoramic
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, Zurich, and Rhine FallsA small group rail and coach journey through Switzerland with the Glacier Express, Matterhorn vistas, alpine lakes, wine tasting, and village culture.
11 days
From US$7,194/p.p.
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Lucerne to Interlaken: Lakes, Valleys and Mountains
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, and LucerneExperience the stunning landscapes of Switzerland on this adventure, featuring scenic train rides and cable car journeys in Lucerne and Interlaken.
5 days
From US$1,646/p.p.
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The Grand Swiss Rail Summer Adventure
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Zurich, and Rhine FallsExperience the beauty of Switzerland in this sweeping rail adventure. From Zurich’s culture to Montreux’s charming vineyards, every moment enchants travelers.
15 days
From US$4,980/p.p.
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Swiss Mountains & Golden Pass
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, and LucerneExperience the beauty of Switzerland in this adventure. Journey through stunning lakeside towns, historic sites, and the majestic Swiss Alps on the Golden Pass Line.
6 days
From US$3,396/p.p.
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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland: Escorted In Style
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, Zurich, and Rhine FallsDiscover Switzerland on this small group rail journey, gliding past lakes, peaks and vineyards where each scenic ride feels like part of the adventure.
10 days
From US$5,760/p.p.
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Lucerne, Interlaken & Zermatt: Swiss Alps Adventure
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, and LucerneGlide across lakes, ride scenic trains, and savour Swiss wine on this independent journey through Switzerland’s peaks, valleys, and vineyard-lined slopes.
11 days
From US$4,950/p.p.
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Gruyères, Lucerne & Zurich: Swiss Culinary Delights
Chapel Bridge and LucerneIndulge in 10 days of gourmet adventure as you sip, swirl, and savor your way through Switzerland’s most mouthwatering regions. From hands-on chocolate and risotto workshops to wine tastings in UNESCO vineyards and raclette lunches in mountain châteaux—th
10 days
From US$4,750/p.p.
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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland: Iconic Rail Journey
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, and InterlakenExperience the beauty of Switzerland on a train journey. Travel from Zurich to stunning Zermatt, with breathtaking scenery and charming towns along the way.
8 days
From US$3,675/p.p.
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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - Panoramic
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, Zurich, and Rhine FallsA small group rail and coach journey through Switzerland with the Glacier Express, Matterhorn vistas, alpine lakes, wine tasting, and village culture.
11 days
From US$7,194/p.p.
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Lucerne to Interlaken: Lakes, Valleys and Mountains
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, and LucerneExperience the stunning landscapes of Switzerland on this adventure, featuring scenic train rides and cable car journeys in Lucerne and Interlaken.
5 days
From US$1,646/p.p.
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The Grand Swiss Rail Summer Adventure
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Zurich, and Rhine FallsExperience the beauty of Switzerland in this sweeping rail adventure. From Zurich’s culture to Montreux’s charming vineyards, every moment enchants travelers.
15 days
From US$4,980/p.p.
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Swiss Mountains & Golden Pass
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, and LucerneExperience the beauty of Switzerland in this adventure. Journey through stunning lakeside towns, historic sites, and the majestic Swiss Alps on the Golden Pass Line.
6 days
From US$3,396/p.p.
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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland: Escorted In Style
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, Zurich, and Rhine FallsDiscover Switzerland on this small group rail journey, gliding past lakes, peaks and vineyards where each scenic ride feels like part of the adventure.
10 days
From US$5,760/p.p.
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Lucerne, Interlaken & Zermatt: Swiss Alps Adventure
Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Chapel Bridge, and LucerneGlide across lakes, ride scenic trains, and savour Swiss wine on this independent journey through Switzerland’s peaks, valleys, and vineyard-lined slopes.
11 days
From US$4,950/p.p.
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Gruyères, Lucerne & Zurich: Swiss Culinary Delights
Chapel Bridge and LucerneIndulge in 10 days of gourmet adventure as you sip, swirl, and savor your way through Switzerland’s most mouthwatering regions. From hands-on chocolate and risotto workshops to wine tastings in UNESCO vineyards and raclette lunches in mountain châteaux—th
10 days
From US$4,750/p.p.
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To make your trip that little bit more special, Goway can upgrade Swiss Travel Passes just for a day so guests can experience the panoramic trains in a higher class of service without paying the increase for their entire trip
Winter and Summer are the best time to visit. Winter provides arguably the best scenic pictures, world-class skiing, and unique winter experiences. Summer provides some of the best hiking, and comfortable summer temperatures for touring.
If you are looking for somewhere off the beaten track, then make sure you visit Bachalpsee. This stunning mountain lake located in the Bernese Oberland is one of the most picturesque locations in Switzerland
Switzerland experiences four distinct seasons, with generally mild summers and cold, snowy winters, but be prepared for unpredictable weather, especially in the mountains, where conditions can change rapidly.
Switzerland is a multilingual country, with four official languages: German, French, Italian, and Romansh.
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