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Glacier Express

Train Journeys The slowest express train in the world

The Glacier Express route connects glamorous St. Moritz with Zermatt, home to the imposing Matterhorn. On board the spectacular train, you can experience the Swiss Alps up close through the large panoramic windows. The eight-hour journey takes you through 91 tunnels and over 291 bridges - past countless highlights.

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Highlights

With breathtaking panoramic views over the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres above sea level
Rhine Gorge - through the middle of steep cliffs and spectacular rock formations
The impressive Landwasser Viaduct - 65 m high, 142 m long and part of the Rhaetian Railway's UNESCO World Heritage
Delicious dishes and regional specialities – freshly prepared with seasonal ingredients in the on-board kitchen and served to you at your seat
Knowledge about the sights along the route thanks to a running commentary in several languages

A red train travels through a green Alpine valley with a winding road and mountain views in the background.

A picturesque river landscape in a gorge with densely wooded hills and a train on tracks.

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Our Glacier Express trips

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Overnight stays in Zurich, St. Gallen, St. Moritz, Lugano, Zermatt, Montreux, Lenk and Lucerne
Travel in a Mercedes Benz Sprinter convertible minibus and on panoramic trains
Mountain excursions, city tours and culinary experiences

11 days / 10 nights from CHF 4’650

Travel period : July to September

Bestseller

Sunset behind a snow-capped mountain peak with fog.

Panoramic journey on the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass Express and Gotthard Panorama Express
Mountain excursion to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
Bookable with luggage transport

8 days / 7 nights from CHF 1’570

Travel period : April to October

A red train travels along a turquoise lake and through an alpine landscape.

Panoramic journey on the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass Express and Gotthard Panorama Express
Most popular Swiss holiday destinations on one trip
Bookable with luggage transport

7 days / 6 nights from CHF 1’310

Travel period : April to October

A red train travels through the mountain landscape in front of the Matterhorn.

Panoramic journey on the Glacier Express
Overnight stays in St. Moritz, Zermatt, Interlaken and Lucerne
Mountain excursions to the Gornergrat, Jungfraujoch and Pilatus

8 days / 7 nights from CHF 1’760

Travel period : January to October

A red train travels through a green mountainous landscape with snow-covered peaks in the background.

Panoramic journey on the GoldenPass Express, Glacier Express and Bernina Express
Overnight stays in Montreux, Interlaken and St. Moritz
Mountain excursion to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

8 days / 7 nights from CHF 1’500

Travel period : January to October

Bestseller

A train travels through a green landscape with mountains in the background and a lake under a bright sunset.

Panoramic journey on the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass Express, Gotthard Panorama Express and Voralpen-Express
Top sights in Switzerland
Bookable with luggage transport

8 days / 7 nights from CHF 1’500

Travel period : April to October

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