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Scenic Switzerland by Train

Scenic Switzerland by Train

Scenic Switzerland by Train

This Scenic Switzerland by Train tour is the perfect way to see Switzerland’s breathtaking mountains, charming mountain resorts, fascinating old towns, and beautiful lakes—all while you relax aboard Switzerland’s famous trains.

From
£2,599pp
  • Guests: 2 Adults
  • Duration: 8 Nights
  • Board: Various Meals
  • Departing: Selected UK Airports
  • Offer Date: 8th August 2025

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Why Book This Tour?

£150pp deposit
Daily breakfast & 3 dinners
8 nights in three- and four-star accommodation, with daily breakfast
Fully escorted by an experienced tour director
9 Day Escorted Tour round trip from Zurich
All rail journeys, accommodation, and selected sightseeing
Embark on an unforgettable journey through stunning landscapes and iconic cities, all from the comfort of a train!

Tour Highlights…

Stay in Zurich, Lucerne, Lausanne, Zermatt, and St. Moritz
Journey aboard the Glacier Express from picturesque Zermatt to glitzy St. Moritz - enjoy unforgettable views as you make your way through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Alps
Experience the Gornergrat open-air cog railway, Europe’s highest rack railway - views of the Matterhorn from its summit are nothing short of spectacular
Journey aboard the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano - one of Europe’s most spectacular and breathtaking train rides
Travel on the Golden Pass Panoramic train to Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva and known as the “Swiss Riviera”

Day 1: Arrive in Zurich, Switzerland

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Zurich with the help of the CosmosGO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.

Day 2: Zurich-Lucerne

Board the train for your journey from Zurich to Lucerne. Lucerne is one of Switzerland’s most idyllic medieval cities, surrounded by a beautiful lake and nestled amidst snow-capped Alps. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the delights of this charming city such as the famous wooden bridge or the picturesque town centre.

Day 3: Lucerne-Interlaken-Golden pass Mob Panoramic Train to Montreux-Lausanne

Depart Lucerne on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express. Cross Brunig Pass en route to Interlaken and spend some time strolling through the quaint streets or aim a little higher with an optional excursion by funicular to the Harder Kulm for lunch and magnificent views of the legendary Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. From Interlaken, take the Golden Pass panoramic train for your unforgettable journey to Montreux, then continue to Lausanne.

Day 4: Lausanne-Montreux-Tasch-Zermatt Area

Discover the delightful Swiss mountain region of Zermatt. En route, stop to visit the town of Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, surrounded by vineyards against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered Alps. Enjoy some free time or consider an optional guided excursion to Chillon Castle. standing as solid as its rocky island on which it has endured on the water’s edge for nearly four centuries. Enjoy a wine tasting of local wine before continuing by train to Zermatt.

Day 5: Zermatt. Gornergrat Excursion

An included excursion takes you to the famous Gornergrat, traveling on board Europe’s highest rack railway. The views of the Matterhorn from its summit are nothing short of spectacular. The rest of the day is at leisure in Zermatt—with a variety of interesting shops, cafés, bars, and picturesque streets to explore.

Day 6: Zermatt Area-Glacier Express-St. Moritz

The train journey today aboard the spectacular Glacier Express is without a doubt one of the main highlights of the tour. Enjoy unforgettable views as you make your way through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Alps on the direct route to the world-famous mountain resort of St. Moritz. This picture-perfect town is more than just a holiday resort. It was also the birthplace of Alpine winter tourism (in 1864) and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. Stretch your legs this evening, and admire the beautiful chalets decorated with gorgeous geraniums.

Day 7: St. Moritz. Bernina Express Excursion to Tirano, Italy

Take the Bernina Express train (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to Tirano and back for one of Europe’s most spectacular and breathtaking train rides. Travel across the lofty Bernina Pass via the Swiss Poschiavo area to Tirano in the Italian Valtellina, witnessing an array of beautiful mountain streams, glaciers, and alpine scenery along the way.

Day 8: St. Moritz-Zurich

Leave St. Moritz for the journey back to Zurich. Enjoy some time at leisure and take a stroll around the city center. Perhaps indulge in some chocolate tasting or follow the course of the river Limmat until it reaches the banks of Lake Zurich.

Day 9: Zurich

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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