Through the Swiss Alps by train (2026/2027)
starting at 4.580 €

Switzerland by train

8-day first-class train adventure on Switzerland's most beautiful railway routes

Europe

Switzerland

15–30 people

8 days

We have put together a unique round trip for you featuring Switzerland's most beautiful railway routes. Travel from Zermatt to St. Moritz in the panoramic carriage of the Glacier Express, the slowest express train in the world. The nostalgic highlight is the Belle Époque-style journey across the Bernina Pass in a carriage of the Alpine Classic Pullman Express. In addition to upscale Swiss hospitality, you will also enjoy trips on a nostalgic paddle steamer and cogwheel railways on this journey.

Stephanie Gräf

A specialist in personalized and exciting trips around the globe.

I am your contact person for questions and bookings regarding your trip.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Train journey in a first-class panoramic car along the entire route of the Glacier Express
  • Travel in the style of 1932: across the Bernina Pass in the Alpine Classic Pullman Express carriage
  • Gornergrat Railway: Spectacular views of the Matterhorn and the Valais Alps
  • Cruise on Lake Geneva aboard a historic paddle steamer
  • Comfortable travel: German-speaking tour guide, comfortable hotels, and continuous luggage transfer
  • Visiting places with melodious names: Lucerne, Montreux, Zermatt, and St. Moritz

route

itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Lucerne
Today, you will travel by train to Lucerne, where your German-speaking tour guide will give you a warm welcome. A guided city tour will show you the world-famous Chapel Bridge, among other sights, before you enjoy dinner and spend the night in a traditional, comfortable hotel. (D)
Day 2 Golden Pass Express to Montreux
Your journey begins at Lucerne train station, taking you along one of Switzerland's most beautiful panoramic routes, covering a distance of 187 km to Montreux. Crossing the Brünig Pass, you will reach the famous resort of Interlaken, located between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. Enjoy the view of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains! On the GoldenPass Panorama Express, you will pass through the Simmental valley and arrive in the canton of Vaud via Gstaad. After a magnificent panoramic journey through vineyards and a distant view of Lake Geneva and the snow-capped four-thousand-meter peaks of the French Alps, you will finally reach your destination of Montreux. (FA)
Day 3 Montreux and the Swiss Riviera on Lake Geneva
Montreux is considered the pearl of the Swiss Riviera and is known for its enchanting shores, palm trees, and lush flowers. A guided tour will show you the most beautiful corners of this resort. You can enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the city on a boat trip across Lake Geneva on a historic paddle steamer. In the afternoon, you will travel by Swiss Federal Railways and the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway to the car-free resort of Zermatt at the end of the Matter Valley. (FMA)
Day 4 Excursion on the Gornergrat Railway
Today, you will take a trip to the Gornergrat viewpoint, which is 3,089 meters high. In good weather, you will have a 360-degree panoramic view of the four-thousand-meter peaks of the Valais Alps! (FA)
Day 5 On the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz
Today, you can look forward to a full-day train journey through unspoiled mountain landscapes, deep gorges, lovely valleys, 91 tunnels, and over 291 impressive bridges. Travel from Zermatt to St. Moritz in the famous Glacier Express in a first-class panoramic car. First, the train travels through the Matter Valley to Brig and then continues through the Rhône Valley to Oberwald. You will continue through the Furka Base Tunnel to Andermatt. From here, the train climbs the 2,033 m high Oberalp Pass in countless twists and turns, offering beautiful views of the canton of Uri. In Graubünden, you can admire the magnificent Vorderrhein Gorge with its gleaming white rocks. This is followed by Domleschg with its countless castles, the world-famous Landwasser Viaduct, and the spectacular Albula route with its hairpin bends, bridges, and tunnels. After a relaxing and impressive day, you will arrive in St. Moritz in the Upper Engadine. (FMA)
Day 6 UNESCO World Heritage Site Bernina Railway
A vintage carriage from the Alpine Classic Pullman Express dating from 1932 will be waiting for you at the station today. Make yourself comfortable in the wing chairs of your nostalgic saloon carriage and enjoy the ride on the Bernina Railway. This day trip takes you through the extremely charming landscape below Piz Palü and Lago Bianco, and over the Bernina Pass to Tirano. Here you can sample the local specialty, pizzocheri. Passing deep gorges and traveling over the famous Brusio spiral viaduct, you will return to St. Moritz. (FM)
Day 7 St. Moritz
Today in St. Moritz is yours to spend at your leisure. We recommend a trip up Muottas Muragl for wonderful views of the lakes and mountains of the Engadin Valley, or a romantic carriage ride to the Rosegg Valley. Round off the day with a speciality meal. (FA)
Day 8 Return journey to Germany
After a delicious breakfast, you will begin your journey home. Those traveling to Frankfurt, Hamburg, or Berlin will pass through the Vereina Tunnel and Prättigau to Landquart, where an ICE train departs directly for northern Germany. (B)

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October 4, 2026 – October 11, 2026

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Included services:

  • Arrival/departure by train in 1st class from/to Germany or Austria
  • 7 nights in selected comfort hotels in Lucerne, Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz
  • Train travel in Switzerland in 1st class according to the itinerary
  • Ride in the Glacier Express panoramic car from Zermatt to St. Moritz
  • Travel in the saloon car of the Alpine Classic Pullman Express from St. Moritz to Tirano
  • Excursion with the cog railway to the Gornergrat
  • Boat trip on Lake Geneva
  • Transfers, excursions, sightseeing tours, and entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
  • Through baggage transfer from Lucerne to St. Moritz
  • Permanent German-speaking tour guide from Lucerne to St. Moritz

Not included in the price:

  • tips
  • Desired excursions
  • Seat reservation for arrival and departure

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  • Passport or identity card required.
  • Required vaccinations: Information before booking.

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