Train journey Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Hidden Treasures
Real insider tips on a short trip along the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland to its hidden gems: off the beaten track, there is a short detour to Italy, where you can travel on to Locarno on the Centovalli Railway. Traveling in 1st class on the Gotthard Panorama Express lets you learn more about the history of Switzerland on the outward or return journey to Lucerne.
3 days / 2 nights
from $ 600
Price applies per adult traveling with Half-Fare travelcard in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.
Unique combination of boat and train journey with the Gotthard Panorama Express
Lucerne and Interlaken – Swiss highlights between lakes and mountains
Breathtaking views on the Lötschberg mountain route with BLS
Sunbathe in Locarno on Lake Maggiore
Centovalli Railway – a romantic train ride through the "valley of a hundred valleys"
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Travel itinerary
Lucerne – Locarno
Lucerne – Locarno
Locarno – Lucerne
Overview
Day 1 Travel to Lucerne and journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Day 2 Ride on the Centovalli Railway
Day 3 Ride on the Gotthard Panorama Express and return journey from Lucerne
Day 1
Travel to Lucerne and journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Lucerne by public transport. Continue with the Lucerne-Interlaken Express to Interlaken.
Travel time: approx. 1h 50min
Overnight stay in Interlaken
Day 2
Ride on the Centovalli Railway
Daily Itinerary
You travel from Interlaken to Valais on the BLS Lötschberg railway. From there, continue through the Simplon Tunnel to Domodossola and then take the Centovalli Railway to Locarno.
Trip time: approx. 2 hours
Overnight stay in Locarno
Day 3
Ride on the Gotthard Panorama Express and return journey from Lucerne
Daily Itinerary
You travel by train to Bellinzona and then with the Gotthard Panorama Express in 1st class to Flüelen. Continue with the historic steam paddle wheeler to Lucerne.
When is the best time to travel?
Travel period
April to October
Recommended travel period
May to October
High season
July to September
Important information about the trip
What our Switzerland expert says
Well-kept insider tips
This tour hides some well-kept secrets. The ride through the romantic Centovalli and Valle Vigezzo is particularly beautiful.
Tailor the trip to your needs.
3 days / 2 nights
from $ 600
Price applies per adult traveling with Half-Fare travelcard in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.