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Train journey Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Top Attractions

The perfect trip to discover Switzerland's greatest highlights in the shortest possible time. Look forward to overnight stays in world-famous places such as Lucerne, Interlaken, Montreux, and Zermatt. The top attractions include not only the Matterhorn or Lake Geneva, but the train journeys themselves are also unique highlights on this five day train tour of Switzerland.

5 days / 4 nights

from $ 1,110

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To Planning

A mountain landscape with a snow-covered peak reflected in a calm lake.

An idyllic mountain landscape with a tranquil lake and a small village on the shore under a dramatic sky.

A statue on a pier by the lake with mountains in the background at sunset.

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To Planning

Highlights

Spectacular ride on the Glacier Express – the slowest express train in the world
Matterhorn – the symbol of Switzerland
Ride on the GoldenPass Express past idyllic landscapes and golden vineyards
Interlaken – the gateway to Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau
Lucerne at the foot of Mount Pilatus

A panoramic train with red accents winds through an alpine landscape with colorful wildflowers, with the Matterhorn in the background under a sunny sky.

Train passes through green hills in front of a mountainous landscape.

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Travel itinerary

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Overview

Day 1 Travel to Lucerne
Day 2 Ride on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
Day 3 Ride on the GoldenPass Express
Day 4 Trip from Montreux to Zermatt
Day 5 Ride on the Glacier Express and return journey from Chur

Map of Switzerland with the itinerary of the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - Top Attractions from Lucerne to Chur

Day 1

Travel to Lucerne

Daily Itinerary

You travel to Lucerne by public transport. Enjoy the journey and take the opportunity to discover the city on arrival.

Overnight stay in Lucerne

An old wooden bridge with flowers, next to a water tower, in front of a mountain backdrop.

Day 2

Ride on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express

Daily Itinerary

You travel on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express from Lucerne to Interlaken. Enjoy the view during the journey. After arrival, you have time to discover Interlaken.

Trip time: approx. 1h 50min

Overnight stay in Interlaken

An idyllic mountain landscape with a train passing by a lake.

Day 3

Ride on the GoldenPass Express

Daily Itinerary

You travel to Montreux on the GoldenPass Express. Enjoy the journey and take the opportunity to discover the charming town on Lake Geneva on arrival.

Trip time: approx. 3h

Overnight stay in Montreux

A train travels through vineyards with a view of a lake and mountains in the background.

Day 4

Trip from Montreux to Zermatt

Daily Itinerary

You travel to Zermatt by train. Enjoy the view of the Alps and experience the unique atmosphere of this charming mountain village after your arrival in Zermatt.

Overnight stay in Zermatt

View of an alpine valley with a town, surrounded by green mountains and a prominent mountain peak in the background.

Day 5

Ride on the Glacier Express and return journey from Chur

Daily Itinerary

You travel on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to Chur. From there, you can start your return journey by public transport or extend your stay.

Trip time: approx. 5h 30min

Red train passing through a wooded valley with a river in the foreground.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

December to October

Recommended travel period

June to October

High season

July to September

Important information about the trip

What our Switzerland expert says

All the highlights in a short time
This tour is perfect for you if you only have a short time to explore Switzerland but don't want to miss any of the highlights.
Claudia