Train journey Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Classic Jungfrau
The Grand Train Tour Classic of Switzerland with a very special highlight at 11,332 ft above sea level: the journey to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. This perfectly organized trip takes you on the most impressive train routes through the Alps for the period from spring to autumn. World-famous cities, mountains, and lakes in a unique tour through Switzerland.
8 days / 7 nights
from $ 1,910
Price applies per adult traveling with Half-Fare travelcard in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.
Panoramic ride on the Glacier Express through breathtaking alpine landscapes
Snow and ice on the Jungfraujoch – 11,332 ft 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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Travel itinerary
Overview
Day 1 Journey to Zurich
Day 2 Ride on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express and excursion to the Jungfraujoch
Day 3 Ride on the GoldenPass Express
Day 4 Stay in Zermatt
Day 5 Ride on the Glacier Express
Day 6 Ride on the Bernina Express
Day 7 Ride on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Day 8 Return journey from Lucerne
Day 1
Journey to Zurich
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Zurich by public transport. Take the opportunity to explore this dynamic city.
Overnight stay in Zurich
Day 2
Ride on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express and excursion to the Jungfraujoch
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Lucerne and then continue with the Lucerne-Interlaken Express to Interlaken. From there you continue to the Jungfraujoch.
Overnight stay in Interlaken
Day 3
Ride on the GoldenPass Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel with the GoldenPass Express through the Bernese Oberland to Montreux.
Trip time: approx. 3h 15min
Overnight stay in Montreux
Day 4
Stay in Zermatt
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Zermatt by train. In Zermatt, you have time to discover the town at the foot of the Matterhorn.
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 5
Ride on the Glacier Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz. A varied panoramic journey awaits you.
Trip time: approx. 8h
Overnight stay in St. Moritz
Day 6
Ride on the Bernina Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel on the Bernina Express to Tirano (IT), past Lago Bianco, Poschiavo, and the circular viaduct in Brusio. Take the bus to Lugano from Tirano.
Trip time: approx. 6 hours
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 7
Ride on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel on the Gotthard Panorama Express in 1st class to Flüelen. You then travel by boat on Lake Lucerne to Lucerne.
Trip time: approx. 5h 30min
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 8
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
Unique views from the Jungfraujoch
There are great photo opportunities and eye-catchers along the entire route. My highlight of the trip was the Jungfraujoch – there are hardly any better views anywhere.
Tailor the trip to your needs.
8 days / 7 nights
from $ 1,910
Price applies per adult traveling with Half-Fare travelcard in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.
