Guided Group Tour Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Journey of Discovery
This guided group tour takes you on board the most impressive panoramic trains to the most beautiful destinations in Switzerland. Along the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland, you will discover the highlights of Switzerland together with like-minded travellers – from imposing Alpine panoramas to charming cities. Simply hop on, lean back and enjoy!
This group tour is accompanied by a German- or English-speaking tour manager.
11 days / 10 nights
from $ 4,710
From price applies per adult traveling with half-fare in 1st class and staying in a 3- or 4-star double room.
Spectacular journey on the Glacier Express – the slowest express train in the world
Cosy walks along the idyllic Lake Lucerne
Zermatt – home of the iconic Matterhorn
Panoramic journey on the Bernina Express through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Rhaetian Railway
Interlaken – the town between Lakes Thun and Brienz
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Travel itinerary
Overview
Day 1 Travelling to Zurich
Day 2 Journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Day 3 Stay in Interlaken
Day 4 Journey on the GoldenPass Express
Day 5 Journey to Zermatt
Day 6 Stay in Zermatt
Day 7 Journey on the Glacier Express
Day 8 Journey on the Bernina Express
Day 9 Journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Day 10 Stay in Lucerne
Day 11 Return journey from Lucerne
Day 1
Travelling to Zurich
Daily Itinerary
Travel to Zurich by public transport. At the hotel, you will get to know your travel group and your tour guide.
Overnight stay in Zurich
Day 2
Journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Daily Itinerary
Take the regional train to Lucerne, where you can explore the city centre during a short stopover. From there, the Lucerne-Interlaken Express will take you on to Interlaken.
Journey time: approx. 4 hours
Overnight stay in Interlaken
Day 3
Stay in Interlaken
Daily Itinerary
Today you have time to explore Interlaken and the Jungfrau Region. Your tour manager will be happy to recommend local activities and excursion destinations that you can do independently.
Interlaken
Day 4
Journey on the GoldenPass Express
Daily Itinerary
Travel on the GoldenPass Express from Interlaken directly to Montreux. Golden vineyards, alpine meadows and villages accompany you on this journey.
Journey time: approx. 3h
Overnight stay in Montreux
Day 5
Journey to Zermatt
Daily Itinerary
Travel to Zermatt, the home of the iconic Matterhorn.
Journey time: approx. 3h
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 6
Stay in Zermatt
Daily Itinerary
Today you have time to explore Zermatt. Take a trip to the Gornergrat or Matterhorn Glacier Paradise – your tour manager will be happy to give you tips.
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 7
Journey on the Glacier Express
Daily Itinerary
Travel on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz. A varied journey through the mountains awaits you.
Journey time: approx. 8 hours
Overnight stay in St. Moritz
Day 8
Journey on the Bernina Express
Daily Itinerary
Travel on the Bernina Express in the panoramic carriage to Tirano (IT). Afterwards, take the Bernina Express bus to Lugano.
Journey time: approx. 5h 40min
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 9
Journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Daily Itinerary
Travel to Flüelen in the 1st class panoramic carriage of the Gotthard Panorama Express. You then cross Lake Lucerne on the historic paddle steamer to Lucerne.
Journey time: approx. 5h 30min
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 10
Stay in Lucerne
Daily Itinerary
Your last day is spent in Lucerne. You have time to discover the beautiful city on Lake Lucerne or go on an excursion into the surrounding mountains. Your tour manager will be happy to help you here too.
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 11
Return journey from Lucerne
Daily Itinerary
In Lucerne, start your return or onward journey by public transport.
When is the best time to travel?
Travel period
July to September
Recommended travel period
July, August
High season
August, 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!
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