Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - 5 Star

Highlights

• Board the Bernina Express, travel over circular viaducts and pass through winding tunnels before reaching Tirano in Italy where you change to the Bernina Express bus which will take you onwards to Ticino.

• Take the world‐famous Glacier Express to St. Moritz. Enjoy some of the spectacular scenery Switzerland has to offer. Along the deep Rhone valley, the Glacier Express travels through an incredibly fascinating part of the Alps.

• An extraordinary journey with the GoldenPass Line through the wild and romantic Pays d'Enhaut through scenic villages along the shore of Lake Geneva.

• One of 2x Mountain Excursions with our Freedom of Choice at either Gornergrat, one of the most famous and truly spectacular experiences OR visit the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, one of the highest vantage point in Europe.

• The Gotthard Panorama Express travels from the Mediterranean south to the traditional heart of Switzerland. From Flüelen you will take a boat ride over beautiful Lake Lucerne.

• Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The holiday destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, is the starting point for numerous activities.

• The journey to the Jungfraujoch at 3,454 meters ‐ Europe’s highest altitude railway station ‐ is a highlight of every visit to Switzerland. The Jungfrau Railways is an engineering masterpiece. The last section has been built inside the mountain itself, and the view through the panorama windows at the "Eigerwand" and "Eismeer" stations in the middle of the North Wall are a thrilling experience.

• Montreux, ideally nestled between the lake and the alps, is a land of contrasts. It’s a kind of miniature Switzerland where visitors and locals have been living together for three centuries.

• Stay in the famous holiday resort of St. Moritz, in the heart of the Engadine Valley on the southern side of the Alps.

Overview

Travel through Switzerland’s spectacular scenery during this exciting, 14-day independent rail adventure. This rail journey will take you to discover Switzerland’s most celebrated tourist destinations from Interlaken to Lucerne.

Stroll down Interlaken, the gateway to the renowned Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. You are literally on top of Europe! From Interlaken, board the Golden Pass train. Enjoy a scenic rail ride until you reach Montreux. Montreux is a beautiful town that sits on the shores of Lake Geneva. From Montreux, take a train to Zermatt, a renowned resort town located below the majestic Matterhorn.

From Zermatt, board the fabled Glacier Express, the world’s slowest express train. This scenic route will take you to the glitzy resort town of St. Moritz. From St. Moritz, board the Bernina Express which will take you to the sunny side of Switzerland, the Tirano region. From Lugano, travel to Lucerne aboard the Gotthard Panorama Express.

Inclusions

• 3 nights in Interlaken in a 5* Hotel
• 2 nights in Montreux in a 5* Hotel
• 2 nights in Zermatt in a 5* Hotel
• 2 nights in St. Moritz in a 5* Hotel
• 2 nights in Lugano in a 5* Hotel
• 2 nights in Lucerne in a 5* Hotel
• 14 Day Swiss Travel Pass in 1st class
• Upgrade to 1st Class on the Gotthard Panorama Express
• GoldenPass Line from Zweisimmen to Montreux
• Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz
• Bernina Express train from St. Moritz to Tirano
• Bernina Express bus from Tirano to Lugano
• Gotthard Panorama Express from Lugano to Lucerne in 1st Class
• Seat reservation on the Glacier Express, Golden PassExpress, Bernina Express train and bus, Gotthard Panorama Express
• Daily Breakfast
• Jungfraujoch self-guided Mountain Excursion
• Ballenberg Open Air Museum self-guided visit
• Wine tasting self-guided experience in the Lavaux
• 50% discount on additional local rail tickets
• 50% discount on some mountain excursions
• Swiss Coupon Pass
• Guest Cards in Interlaken, Montreux, St.Moritz, Lugano, and Lucerne

Additional Information

FROM price reflects the lowest available price within the advertised travel period (e.g. April to October). Pricing varies depending on travel dates, availability and demand, and may not be available on all departures. Higher pricing applies during peak and shoulder periods. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of enquiry or booking. Please refer to Pricing & Price Conditions for full details, including inclusions, exclusions and other conditions.

Please be advised that the seat reservation for the Glacier Express is non-refundable once confirmed. An additional deposit will be necessary to secure this service, and our team will reach out to you with further information.

We work with a selection of hotels in each location. All bookings are subject to availability, which means our team will confirm your specific hotels upon confirmation and payment of deposit. The package price is based on 4-star accommodation.

Gotthard Panorama Express doe not operate on Mondays. Tour departures are Friday-Wednesdays only.

Swiss Coupon Pass provides 2for1 discounts. It is not included in the package for Single travellers.

Package price is based on the journey starting in Zurich and ending in Zurich. Other starting and end points are possible but may be subject to a surcharge. This is a self-guided/independent package. 

Swiss Travel Pass in 2nd class covers unlimited travel by train, bus and boat from days 1- 14