Train journey Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Classic
Experience the most beautiful sides of Switzerland on this slightly shortened classic Grand Train Tour of Switzerland. Your adventure starts on the panoramic train from Lucerne and within a week you will experience the absolute highlights such as the Matterhorn, lifestyle at 6,089 ft above sea level in St. Moritz, a Mediterranean feeling in Ticino, or the magnificent view over Lake Geneva.
7 days / 6 nights
from $ 1,600
Price applies per adult traveling with half-fare in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.
Spectacular ride on the Glacier Express – the slowest express train in the world
Mediterranean feeling in Lugano
Beautiful vineyards and landscapes on the shores of Lake Geneva
Matterhorn – the symbol of Switzerland
Ride on the Bernina Express on the highest train tracks in Europe
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Travel itinerary
Lucerne – Lugano
Lucerne – Lugano
Lucerne – Interlaken
Overview
Day 1 Arrival in Lucerne and journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Day 2 Ride on the GoldenPass Express
Day 3 Stay in Zermatt
Day 4 Ride on the Glacier Express
Day 5 Ride on the Bernina Express
Day 6 Ride on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Day 7 Return journey from Lucerne
Day 1
Arrival in Lucerne and journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Lucerne by public transport. From there, take the Lucerne-Interlaken Express to Interlaken.
Trip time: approx. 2 hours
Overnight stay in Interlaken
Day 2
Ride on the GoldenPass Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel on the GoldenPass Express from Interlaken directly to Montreux. Golden vineyards, alpine meadows, and villages accompany you on this journey.
Trip time: approx. 3h
Overnight stay in Montreux
Day 3
Stay in Zermatt
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Zermatt. In Zermatt, you have time to explore the town and the surrounding area on your own.
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 4
Ride on the Glacier Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz. A varied journey through the mountains awaits you.
Trip time: approx. 8h
Overnight stay in St. Moritz
Day 5
Ride on the Bernina Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel on the Bernina Express to Tirano (IT) in the panoramic train car. Then take the Bernina Express bus to Lugano.
Trip time: approx. 5h 40min
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 6
Ride on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Flüelen in the 1st class panoramic train car of the Gotthard Panorama Express. You then cross Lake Lucerne on the historic steam paddle boat to Lucerne.
Trip time: approx. 5h 30min
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 7
Return journey from Lucerne
Daily 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
Journey of discovery on the train
Discovering Switzerland on the four panoramic trains is an unforgettable experience. Numerous highlights await you along the way!
Tailor the trip to your needs.
7 days / 6 nights
from $ 1,600
Price applies per adult traveling with half-fare in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.
