Discover Switzerland by Train
The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland is an unforgettable 11-day journey spanning 1,280 kilometers, connecting Switzerland’s most charming cities and Alpine villages. Experience four scenic train rides - Glacier Express, GoldenPass, Luzern-Interlaken Express, and Bernina Express-while exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites, majestic mountains like the Matterhorn, and historic landmarks such as Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge.
Lake Lucerne and Chapel Bridge
11-Day Itinerary
Day 1-2: Zurich to Lucerne
Start in Zurich, then head to Lucerne to explore the Old Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument, and Glacier Garden Museum.
Day 3: Lucerne to Interlaken via Mt. Rigi
Take a boat ride on Lake Lucerne, ascend Mt. Rigi by cogwheel train, then ride the Luzern-Interlaken Express to Interlaken.
Day 4: Interlaken to Montreux
Journey via the GoldenPass Line through Simmen Valley to the French-speaking Montreux on Lake Geneva.
Day 5-6: Montreux to Zermatt
Visit Chillon Castle, then travel to Zermatt. Ascend Gornergrat (3,089m) for Matterhorn views and explore Riffelsee Lake.
Day 7: Zermatt to St. Moritz
Ride the Glacier Express through 91 tunnels and 291 bridges to the alpine resort of St. Moritz.
Day 8: St. Moritz to Chur
Take the Bernina Express over the Landwasser Viaduct to Chur, Switzerland’s oldest town.
Day 9: Chur to Zurich via St. Gallen
Visit the UNESCO-listed Abbey Library in St. Gallen, then return to Zurich’s Old Town and Bahnhofstrasse.
Day 10-11: Zurich to Home
Enjoy a free day in Zurich before departing home.
Tour Highlights
Scenic Train Rides
Experience four iconic routes: Glacier Express, GoldenPass, Luzern-Interlaken Express, and Bernina Express.
Gornergrat & Matterhorn
Ascend to 3,089m for stunning views of the Matterhorn and 29 peaks over 4,000m.
Chillon Castle
Explore this 1,000-year-old fortress on Lake Geneva’s shores.
Travel Tips
- The Swiss Travel Pass covers all trains, buses, and boats, plus museum entry and mountain discounts.
- Reserve seats on panoramic trains like Glacier Express in advance, especially in summer.
- Pack layers for variable mountain weather and comfortable shoes for walking tours.
- Try Swiss delicacies like fondue (included on Day 3) and meals on the Glacier Express.
- Download the Grand Train Tour app for real-time sightseeing updates and stamp collection.