Train Journey Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Classic Jungfrau
The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland with a very special highlight at 3,454 metres above sea level: the journey to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. This perfectly organised trip takes you from spring to autumn on the most impressive train routes through the Alps. World-famous cities, mountains and lakes in a unique tour through Switzerland.
8 days / 7 nights
from CHF 1,570
From price applies per adult, 2nd class with a Swiss Half Fare Card, 3-star double room.
Price example calculated for travel on 04/12/2025.
Panoramic journey on the Glacier Express through breathtaking alpine landscapes
Snow and ice on the Jungfraujoch – 3,454 metres above sea level
Beautiful vineyards and landscapes on the shores of Lake Geneva
Zermatt – home to the iconic Matterhorn
Ride on the Bernina Express on the highest train tracks in Europe
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Itinerary
Overview
Day 1 Travelling to Zurich
Day 2 Travel on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express and excursion to the Jungfraujoch
Day 3 Journey on the GoldenPass Express
Day 4 Stay in Zermatt
Day 5 Journey on the Glacier Express
Day 6 Journey on the Bernina Express
Day 7 Travel on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Day 8 Return journey from Lucerne
Day 1
Travelling to Zurich
Itinerary
Travel to Zurich by public transport. Take the opportunity to explore this dynamic city.
Overnight stay in Zurich
Day 2
Travel on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express and excursion to the Jungfraujoch
Itinerary
Travel to Lucerne and then continue on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express to Interlaken. From there, continue to the Jungfraujoch.
Overnight stay in Interlaken
Day 3
Journey on the GoldenPass Express
Itinerary
Travel with the GoldenPass Express through the Bernese Oberland to Montreux.
Journey time: approx. 3h 15min
Overnight stay in Montreux
Day 4
Stay in Zermatt
Itinerary
Travel by train to Zermatt. In Zermatt, you have time to discover the town at the foot of the Matterhorn.
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 5
Journey on the Glacier Express
Itinerary
Travel on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz. A panoramic journey with a great variety of scenery awaits you.
Journey time: approx. 8h
Overnight stay in St. Moritz
Day 6
Journey on the Bernina Express
Itinerary
Travel on the Bernina Express to Tirano (IT), past Lago Bianco, Poschiavo and the circular viaduct in Brusio. From Tirano, take the bus to Lugano.
Journey time: approx. 6 hours
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 7
Travel on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Itinerary
Travel on the Gotthard Panorama Express in 1st class to Flüelen. You then travel by boat to Lucerne.
Journey time: approx. 5h 30min
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 8
Return journey from Lucerne
Itinerary
In Lucerne, you start your return or onward journey by public transport.
When is the best time to travel?
Travel period
April to October
Recommended travel period
June to October
High season
July to September
Important information about the trip
What our Switzerland expert says
Unparalleled views from the Jungfraujoch
There are great photo opportunities and eye-catchers along the entire route. My highlight of the trip was the Jungfraujoch – the views could not be better anywhere else.
Customise your trip
8 days / 7 nights
from CHF 1,570
From price applies per adult, 2nd class with a Swiss Half Fare Card, 3-star double room.
Price example calculated for travel on 04/12/2025.
