Train journey Winter Journeys by Sleigh and Train

Be enchanted by the magic of a Swiss winter discovery vacation as you enjoy a ride through Davos in a horse-drawn sleigh ride or glide along the rails in panoramic trains. Explore idyllic mountain villages and charming towns along the way and venture to the dizzying heights of Glacier 3000 to discover Switzerland.

8 days / 7 nights

from $ 1,600

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A snowy cityscape with historic buildings and a large church in the background.

A snowy cityscape with mountains in the background.

Wooden bridge over a river with a tower and snow-covered buildings in the background.

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Highlights

Panoramic trip on the Glacier Express and GoldenPass Express through magnificent landscapes
Varied winter destinations – Davos, Montreux, Bern, and Lucerne
Horse-drawn sleigh ride through picturesque Davos
Snowy Alpine panorama from Glacier 3000 near Gstaad
Excursion to tranquil, car-free Mürren and up to Allmendhubel

A red train is crossing a bridge through a snowy mountain landscape.

A train travels through a snowy winter landscape under a clear blue sky.

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Travel itinerary

Overview

Day 1 Journey to Davos
Day 2 Horse-drawn sleigh ride through Davos
Day 3 Ride on the Glacier Express
Day 4 Excursion to Gstaad and ride on the GoldenPass Express
Day 5 Stay in Bern
Day 6 Stay in Bern
Day 7 Stay in Lucerne
Day 8 Return journey from Lucerne

Map of Switzerland with the itinerary Winter Journeys by Sleigh and Train from Davos to Lucerne

Day 1

Journey to Davos

Daily Itinerary

You travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Davos Platz.

Overnight stay in Davos

Day 2

Horse-drawn sleigh ride through Davos

Daily Itinerary

You take a one-hour horse-drawn sleigh ride through Davos. Experience the wintry landscape and enjoy the fresh air during this relaxing ride.

Overnight stay in Davos

Day 3

Ride on the Glacier Express

Daily Itinerary

You take the regional train from Davos to Filisur. Then take the Glacier Express to Brig and continue your journey on the regional train to Montreux.

Overnight stay in Montreux

Day 4

Excursion to Gstaad and ride on the GoldenPass Express

Daily Itinerary

In Montreux, you have time at leisure. Take the GoldenPass Line to Gstaad and go on an excursion to Glacier 3000 before returning by train.

Overnight stay in Montreux

Day 5

Stay in Bern

Daily Itinerary

Discover the capital of Switzerland. Stroll through the cobbled streets and enjoy the beautiful view of the Alps. Return to Bern in the late afternoon.

Overnight stay in Bern

Day 6

Stay in Bern

Daily Itinerary

Enjoy another day in Bern or take a trip to Mürren.

Overnight stay in Bern

Day 7

Stay in Lucerne

Daily Itinerary

Take the train to Lucerne. Discover the old town and the Chapel Bridge. The winter panorama of snow-covered mountains is a magical sight.

Overnight stay in Lucerne

Day 8

Return journey from Lucerne

Daily Itinerary

Travel by public transport from Lucerne to the end point of your trip. Or extend your stay and discover more.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

December to April

Recommended travel period

December to March

High season

January, February

Important information about the trip

What our Switzerland expert says

The perfect winter experience
This trip combines unique excursions and destinations for the perfect winter experience. My highlight: the horse-drawn sleigh ride!
Marianne