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Highlights
Multi-Day Trip
A la carte dinner included
Breakfast included
Seasonal Offer
Romantic experience, perfect for couples
Overview
Day 1: Zurich – Weggis – Mt Rigi (D) Meet your guide in central Zurich and begin your journey to Mt Rigi with a scenic coach drive through the beautiful countryside and along the Lake of the Four Cantons (the official name of Lake Lucerne) to Weggis! Here, your guide will leave you to board the aerial cable car independently for the ride up to Rigi-Kaltbad (you’ll receive all tickets, instructions and documents needed for the rest of the day). Get off the cable car at Rigi-Kaltbad and switch to Europe‘s first cogwheel railway to complete the trip up to Rigi-Kulm, at an elevation of 6,000 feet (1,800 meters). When you arrive at the top, be wowed by the spectacular views over the Alps and several Swiss mountain lakes. The views are simply incredible, and you'll have approximately three to four hours of free time here to soak it all in. During your free time, go for a hike on one of the well-maintained trails or rent a sled (own expense) for a little wintertime fun. Have lunch (own expense) at the Rigi-Kulm restaurant, or simply relax, enjoying the majestic alpine atmosphere and filling up your camera with one great shot after another. In the afternoon, take the cogwheel train back down to Rigi-Kaltbad to check in to your hotel – the three-star Hotel Rigi Kaltbad – and take advantage of your included access to the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa. Designed by well-known Swiss architect Mario Botta, the spa offers mineral-rich indoor and outdoor pools with relaxing temperatures of 95 degrees F (35 C) and fabulous mountain vistas. Additional spa features include a whirlpool, herbal sauna, steam bath and crystal spa bath, all of which you have access to until the 7pm closing time. Round off your day at the hotel’s SunSet restaurant, where you’ll enjoy your four-course a la carte dinner of seasonal, regional specialties before retiring to your tastefully furnished hotel room. Day 2: Mt Rigi – Lucerne – Zurich (B) Begin your day with a rich breakfast buffet and then return to the Mineral Baths & Spa, if you wish, for a late morning dip. Around noon, take the cogwheel train down to Vitznau, where you’ll board the boat for your one-hour, ultra-scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne to the town of the same name. When you reach Lucerne, you have free time to explore on your own and have lunch (own expense). See the city’s top sights like Chapel Bridge, Old Town, the town hall and the Jesuit Church. Maybe visit the Swiss Museum of Transport (one of the biggest museums in Switzerland) or the Rosengart Museum, home to works by Picasso and Paul Klee (any entrance fees at own expense). Or just stroll around town, admiring the medieval streets and popping into local shops. At a pre-arranged time, meet your guide and board the coach for the ride back to Zurich.
Itinerary
Day 1: Zurich – Weggis – Mt Rigi (D) Meet your guide in central Zurich and begin your journey to Mt Rigi with a scenic coach drive through the beautiful countryside and along the Lake of the Four Cantons (the official name of Lake Lucerne) to Weggis! Here, your guide will leave you to board the aerial cable car independently for the ride up to Rigi-Kaltbad (you’ll receive all tickets, instructions and documents needed for the rest of the day). Get off the cable car at Rigi-Kaltbad and switch to Europe‘s first cogwheel railway to complete the trip up to Rigi-Kulm, at an elevation of 6,000 feet (1,800 meters).
When you arrive at the top, be wowed by the spectacular views over the Alps and several Swiss mountain lakes. The views are simply incredible, and you'll have approximately three to four hours of free time here to soak it all in. During your free time, go for a hike on one of the well-maintained trails or rent a sled (own expense) for a little wintertime fun. Have lunch (own expense) at the Rigi-Kulm restaurant, or simply relax, enjoying the majestic alpine atmosphere and filling up your camera with one great shot after another.
In the afternoon, take the cogwheel train back down to Rigi-Kaltbad to check in to your hotel – the three-star Hotel Rigi Kaltbad – and take advantage of your included access to the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa. Designed by well-known Swiss architect Mario Botta, the spa offers mineral-rich indoor and outdoor pools with relaxing temperatures of 95 degrees F (35 C) and fabulous mountain vistas. Additional spa features include a whirlpool, herbal sauna, steam bath and crystal spa bath, all of which you have access to until the 7pm closing time.
Round off your day at the hotel’s SunSet restaurant, where you’ll enjoy your four-course a la carte dinner of seasonal, regional specialties before retiring to your tastefully furnished hotel room.
Day 2: Mt Rigi – Lucerne – Zurich (B) Begin your day with a rich breakfast buffet and then return to the Mineral Baths & Spa, if you wish, for a late morning dip. Around noon, take the cogwheel train down to Vitznau, where you’ll board the boat for your one-hour, ultra-scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne to the town of the same name.
When you reach Lucerne, you have free time to explore on your own and have lunch (own expense). See the city’s top sights like Chapel Bridge, Old Town, the town hall and the Jesuit Church. Maybe visit the Swiss Museum of Transport (one of the biggest museums in Switzerland) or the Rosengart Museum, home to works by Picasso and Paul Klee (any entrance fees at own expense). Or just stroll around town, admiring the medieval streets and popping into local shops.
At a pre-arranged time, meet your guide and board the coach for the ride back to Zurich.
Information
Includes:
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional guide from Zurich to Weggis and from Lucerne to Zurich
Aerial cable car and cogwheel train rides on Mt Rigi
One night in the 3-star Hotel Rigi Kaltbad
Meals as per itinerary
Spa facilities (whirlpool, herbal sauna, steam bath, crystal spa bath) for adults only (16 years and up)
1-hour cruise to Lucerne
Excludes:
Gratuities
Spa treatments, such as massage
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees to attractions and optional activities like sled rental
Additional Info:
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 21 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
Maximum of 2 passengers per room. If you are traveling with a party of 3 travelers or more, you must make separate bookings
It is recommended you take the 3pm or 4pm cogwheel train ride down to the hotel from Rigi-Kulm on Day 1; the last train down is at 5pm
The Mineral Baths & Spa is open from 9am to 7pm; exclusive use for hotel guests is 9am to 11am
The spa area of the Mineral Baths & Spa is available for adults only (16 and up)
Please note: During the tour, a guide will be with you from Zurich to Weggis, and again from Lucerne back to Zurich. For the rest of the time, you'll receive any vouchers needed, timetables and detailed information sheets
Meeting Point
Sihlquai coach parking, 8005, Zurich
Departure Time:
9:30 AM
Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 7pm the next day