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Switzerland was made for rail travel — and this itinerary showcases the very best. From cosmopolitan cities to charming alpine villages, from glittering lakes to snow-capped peaks, the Grand Train Tour brings together Switzerland’s most iconic routes and destinations. Whether you choose to indulge in first-class luxury or enjoy a more affordable adventure, every moment promises breathtaking scenery, effortless travel, and authentic Swiss charm.
– Begin your adventure in Interlaken
– Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime excursion to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
– Travel on the GoldenPass Express between Interlaken and Montreux
– Journey south by train to the alpine village of Zermatt
– Experience the legendary Glacier Express, one of the world’s most famous rail journeys, to St. Moritz
– Ride the Bernina Express, a UNESCO World Heritage railway, through dramatic alpine landscapes to Tirano, then continue by Bernina bus to Lugano
– Flexible options:
Travel in Style
Travel the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland in ultimate style. Enjoy 1st Class travel with the Swiss Travel Pass, including reserved journeys on the GoldenPass Express Prestige Class, Bernina Express, the legendary Glacier Express* in Excellence Class and the Gotthard Panorama Express* (northbound to Flüelen), Continue by historic paddle steamer across Lake Lucerne, and stay in carefully selected 4★ & 5★ hotels throughout. With door-to-door luggage transfers, your holiday is as seamless as it is unforgettable.
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Affordable Adventure
Experience the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland at an exceptional price. Travel by 1st or 2nd Class rail, with reserved seats on the GoldenPass Express, Bernina Express, the legendary Glacier Express* and the Gotthard Panorama Express* (northbound to Flüelen) Continue by historic paddle steamer across Lake Lucerne,. . Enjoy the charm of Switzerland while staying in welcoming 3★ & 4★ hotels for a comfortable and memorable journey.
Prices on application – contact us to plan your affordable Swiss escape.
Glacier Express * Non-operational mid-October – early December 2026 Dates not yet available
Gothard Panorama Express * Mid-April – mid October 2026 Dates not yet available
Arrive Interlaken by 1st class rail from Swiss border, airport, or rail station. Overnight in Interlaken.
After breakfast a highlight of your visit to Switzerland awaits you. Enjoy a journey to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. The highest railway station in Europe is located 3454 m. Visitors gain access to a high-Alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock, which they can admire from the viewing platforms on the Aletsch Glacier or in the Ice Palace. The rail journey to the Jungfraujoch is an experience which leads through the Eiger and the Mönch. Overnight in Interlaken. (B)
Today travel on the GoldenPass Express to Montreux. The GoldenPass Express provides a seamless and even more comfortable travel experience on one of Switzerland’s most picturesque train routes. Starting from the Jungfrau Region to the Vaudois Riviera and sparkling Lake Geneva, the journey on the GoldenPass Express is like a foray through Switzerland. Overnight in Montreux. (B)
Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn. Today’s journey takes you southwards into the Alps as you make the ascent to lively Zermatt. Enjoy a day at leisure in this charming traffic-free village, set at the base of the iconic Matterhorn. Overnight in Zermatt. (B)
Board the Glacier Express and enjoy one of the greatest rail journeys of the world! The Glacier Express takes you across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2033 m to St. Moritz. Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)
Today the Bernina Express takes you along its the UNESCO World Heritage route, from St. Moritz to the Italian speaking region, Ticino. Enjoy an Alpine switchback ride, taking you from a land of towering glaciers to one of swaying palms. The railway is unique, blending ideally with the alpine landscapes around the Albula and Bernina Passes. The train negotiates the 55 tunnels, 196 bridges and inclines of up to 70 per mile with ease. On arrival in Tirano (Italy), you continue your journey on the Bernina Express bus through Italy and on to the Swiss city of Lugano. Overnight in Lugano. (B)
Today travel on the Gotthard Panorama Express Lugano – Lucerne. Travel northwards from Lugano to Flüelen via Bellinzona, as you take the marvellous Gotthard Panorama Express, in a panorama car to maximise the stunning views. In Flüelen board the historic paddle steamer and take to the waters of Lake Lucerne for the atmospheric crossing to Lucerne. Overnight in Lucerne. (B)
Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland. (B)
It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included destinations in this itinerary.
May & June| Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat
July & Aug| Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun
Sept | Tue, Thu & Sun
A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.
You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.
Today the Gotthard Panorama Express awaits you – one of the most beautiful travel experience through the Alps. Enjoy a lake cruise from Lucerne to Flüelen, access onto the train over the Gotthard panorama route to Bellinzona and continue to Lugano OR in reverse to Lucerne.
