Train journey Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Original
Discover Switzerland on a summer journey through all four language regions. The original route of the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland combines the most popular panoramic routes on a 795 miles train journey. This allows you to reach the top sights in Lucerne, St. Moritz, or Zermatt in comfort.
8 days / 7 nights
from $ 1,830
Price applies per adult traveling with Half-Fare travelcard in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.
Spectacular ride on the Glacier Express – the slowest express train in the world
A touch of elegance in the mountains of St. Moritz
UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in St. Gallen
Matterhorn – the symbol of Switzerland
Ride on the Bernina Express on the highest train tracks in Europe
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Travel itinerary
Lucerne – St. Gallen
Lucerne – St. Gallen
St. Gallen – Lucerne
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 Ride on the Voralpen-Express
Day 8 Return journey from St. Gallen
Day 1
Arrival in Lucerne and journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Daily Itinerary
You start your journey in Switzerland and 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 renowned GoldenPass Express to Montreux on Lake Geneva. There you have free time to explore the surrounding area.
Trip time: approx. 3 hours
Overnight stay in Montreux
Day 3
Stay in Zermatt
Daily Itinerary
Today's journey takes you to lively Zermatt, at the foot of the Matterhorn. Enjoy a day at leisure and spend the night in this charming, traffic-free village.
Trip time: approx. 3h
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 4
Ride on the Glacier Express
Daily Itinerary
Board the Glacier Express, one of the most legendary trains in the world. Enjoy the journey through valleys, mountain passes, and the Rhine Gorge.
Trip time: approx. 8h
Overnight stay in St. Moritz
Day 5
Ride on the Bernina Express
Daily Itinerary
Enjoy your journey in the panoramic train cars of the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano (IT). From there, continue to Lugano, where you will spend the night.
Trip time: approx. 5h 40min
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 6
Ride on the Gotthard Panorama Express
Daily Itinerary
You travel from Lugano to Flüelen in the 1st class panoramic coach of the Gotthard Panorama Express. From there, take the steamboat to Lucerne.
Trip time: approx. 5h 30min
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 7
Ride on the Voralpen-Express
Daily Itinerary
Discover the rugged beauty of northeastern Switzerland as you travel on the Voralpen-Express from Lucerne to St. Gallen.
Trip time: approx. 2h 20min
Overnight stay in St. Gallen
Day 8
Return journey from St. Gallen
Daily Itinerary
You start your return journey by public transport. Alternatively, you can also extend your stay in St. Gallen.
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
Reliable, convenient, and simple
A great trip to discover many beautiful destinations. The reliability of public transport in Switzerland means that you can travel easily and comfortably.
Tailor the trip to your needs.
8 days / 7 nights
from $ 1,830
Price applies per adult traveling with Half-Fare travelcard in 2nd class and staying in a 3-star double room.
