Train Journey Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Vineyards and Valleys

The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland takes you on a relaxing journey through the most beautiful vineyards and valleys in Switzerland. Let yourself be enchanted by the picturesque vineyard terraces of Lavaux on Lake Geneva and enjoy the magical sight of the Matterhorn in Zermatt. The charming Lötschberg railway line takes you on an impressive journey back to Interlaken.

3 days / 2 nights

from CHF 460

Planning

Lake Geneva and view of Cully in Lavaux in the canton of Vaud

Planning

Highlights

The spectacular vineyards of Lavaux - UNESCO World Heritage Site
Matterhorn - the symbol of Switzerland
Interlaken - the gateway to Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau
Breathtaking views on the Lötschberg railway by BLS train
Montreux on the wide expanse of Lake Geneva

A mountain landscape with a cluster of houses in the valley, a snow-capped peak in the background, framed by autumn-colored branches.

City view with river, boats, and surrounding mountains in the background.

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Travel programme

Overview

Day 1 Journey on the GoldenPass Express
Day 2 Stay in Zermatt
Day 3 Journey on the Lötschberg mountain railway line

Map of Switzerland with the itinerary Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Vines and Valleys from Interlaken

Day 1

Journey on the GoldenPass Express

Itinerary

Travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Interlaken. There you board the famous Goldenpass Express and enjoy the panoramic journey to Montreux.

Journey time: approx. 3h 15min

Overnight stay in Montreux

Day 2

Stay in Zermatt

Itinerary

Travel by train from Montreux to Zermatt. Here you have time to discover the beautiful village at the foot of the Matterhorn.

Journey time: approx. 2h 30min

Overnight stay in Zermatt

Day 3

Journey on the Lötschberg mountain railway line

Itinerary

Finally, the spectacular Lötschberg mountain railway takes you back to Interlaken via Brig and Spiez. Here you can extend your stay or travel by public transport to your final destination in Switzerland.

Journey time: approx. 2h 45min

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

January to December

Recommended travel period

May to October

High season

July, August

Important information about the trip

What our Switzerland expert says

For Wine Enthusiasts
As an avid wine enthusiast, I have realised how exciting Switzerland is as a wine-producer. I am particularly fascinated by the terraced vineyards of Lavaux on Lake Geneva.
Nora