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Lucerne Delights: Half-Day Chocolate, Wine, Lake & City Tour from Zürich

Iuliia  - Your Personal Guide Across Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne

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Iuliia - Your Personal Guide Across Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne

Explore Lucerne on a 2-hour city walking tour, visiting Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Marvel at Lake Lucerne's views during a scenic boat cruise. Indulge in a delightful experience of curated wines paired with fine handmade chocolates.

Experience details

  • Destination

    Zürich

  • Category

    City highlight tours

  • Duration

    5 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Italiano • Русский

  • What's included

    Private guide • Tasting of handmade chocolates

Here’s an overview of your tour

Discover the enchanting city of Lucerne on a comprehensive tour that combines history, breathtaking views, and culinary delights. This tour is designed to give you an immersive experience of Lucerne’s highlights, enhanced by a delightful boat cruise on Lake Lucerne and a sophisticated tasting of handmade chocolates and fine wines.

We will begin our journey in Zürich with a 40-minute train ride to Lucerne.

Upon arrival, we will begin our adventure with a 2-hour walking tour through Lucerne’s picturesque streets. We visit iconic landmarks like the historic Chapel Bridge, with its charming covered wooden structure, and the poignant Lion Monument, a tribute to the Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution. Your knowledgeable local guide will share fascinating stories and historical insights, bringing the city’s rich heritage to life.

Lake Lucerne Boat Cruise

Next, embark on a scenic boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, one of the most beautiful lakes in Switzerland. As you glide over the tranquil waters, soak in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and charming lakeside villages. This relaxing cruise offers a unique perspective of Lucerne, allowing you to appreciate its natural beauty from the water.

Chocolate and Wine Tasting

The highlight of your tour is a decadent tasting experience. Indulge in the delightful combination of attentively curated wines and exquisite handmade chocolates. Sample two fine Swiss wines and two exceptional European wines, each expertly paired with artisanal chocolates. This sensory journey will tantalize your taste buds and leave you with a deeper appreciation of Lucerne’s culinary craftsmanship.

This tour offers the perfect blend of cultural exploration, natural beauty, and gourmet indulgence. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveler, the Highlights of Lucerne with a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne and a tasting of handmade chocolates accompanied by 2 Swiss and 2 European wines will make your experience truly unforgettable. Join us and create lasting memories in the heart of Switzerland!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Torbogen Luzern
  • Train ride to Lucerne

    We will start our experience with a train ride to Lucerne
  • KKL

    Jean Nouvel's architectural masterpiece. Сoncert hall with a capacity of 1700 people, has become an emblem of the city. The imposing and elegant roof stretching over the lake serves to bring clearly distinct architectural features together: the Concert Hall, Lucerne Hall, conference rooms and art museum.
  • Lake Lucerne

    We will enjoy the beauty of the city, the lake and of amazing Alpine - from the boat! We will see the Bay of Lucerne with all the landmarks of the city and of course - Mount Pilatus, Mount Rigi and Mount Bürgenstock.
  • Chapel Bridge

    The world-famous wooden bridge is the most photographed spot in Lucerne.
  • Fritschi fountain

    There is a legend in Lucerne about a fun-loving farmer named Fritschi. Every business trip to Lucerne ended with him visiting taverns and having fun. He bequeathed all his money to one of the guilds to serve wine to the poor during carnival. To this day, the guilds fulfill his wish.
  • Lion Monument

    Have you ever heard the expression: "No money, no Swiss"? it's not about the banks at all. The mercenaries are the history and the present of Lucerne. We'll talk about how it all began at the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world.
  • Chocolate and Wine tasting

    Tasting of handmade chocolates accompanied by 2 Swiss and 2 European wines
  • Train ride back to Zürich

    I will accompany you to the station and assist you with boarding the train to Zürich
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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  • Iuliia  - Your Personal Guide Across Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne

    Iuliia

    Your Personal Guide Across Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne

    Iuliia
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    I speak
    English • Italiano • Русский

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
  • Included

    • Private guide
    • Tasting of handmade chocolates
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
12 reviews
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    5.0

    review of highlights

    "She was wonderful knowledgeable and very welling to match our pace, and change things to tailor the tour to our interests"

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    5.0

    Luzern how you like it!

    "We contacted Lullia early on and told her the kind of tour we wanted. A mix of history, where to go, mountain hiking, lake cruise, etc. She got back with us quickly and proposed some activities, we r...

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    5.0

    Great personaltour!

    "Thank you Iuliia! A wonderful personalized tour that met our 90 min goal for a walking tour😊. Informative, quick and fun! And some great recommendations to visit Kunst Haus that same day as it is ...

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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