Authentic Europe
Escorted Grand Tour of Switzerland
Fully guided Swiss circuit on the Bernina, Glacier, and GoldenPass Express trains
10 daysfrom $4,410
80% rail
Marvellous Escapes · Tailor-made rail holiday
Alpine Escape
Experience Switzerland's highlights by rail, from Zurich to Lucerne, Interlaken, and Montreux, with scenic train journeys, lake cruises, and indulgent Swiss tastings.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Zurich
Zurich
Your Swiss adventure begins today! Travel from London to Zurich by rail (Eurostar to Paris, then high-speed TGV Lyria) or opt for a flight to Zurich with an onward train connection. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel.
- Day 2overnight: Zurich
Zurich
Start with a guided city tour of Zurich's historic Old Town, then hop aboard a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich. In the afternoon, visit the world-famous Lindt Chocolate Factory for a guided tour and tastings.
- Day 3railovernight: Lucerne
Lucerne
Embark on a scenic rail journey from Zurich to Lucerne. Upon arrival, explore Lucerne's picturesque Old Town, stroll along the shores of Lake Lucerne, or visit the iconic Chapel Bridge.
- Day 4overnight: Lucerne
Lucerne
Start your day with a walking tour of Lucerne, crossing the iconic Chapel Bridge, visiting the Jesuit Church, and admiring the modern architecture of the KKL Luzern, including a look at the medieval Musegg Wall.
- Day 5railovernight: Interlaken
Interlaken
Enjoy a scenic rail journey aboard the Luzern-Interlaken Express, one of Switzerland's most iconic train routes. Upon arrival in Interlaken, you'll be surrounded by the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau mountains.
- Day 6overnight: Interlaken
Interlaken
Experience Switzerland's breathtaking lake scenery with a cruise on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, past historic castles, rolling vineyards, and the majestic peaks of the Bernese Oberland.
- Day 7overnight: Interlaken
Interlaken
Dive into Switzerland's culinary heritage with a hands-on cheese fondue cooking class at the Fondue Villa, learning to make traditional Swiss cheese fondue and fondue pizza with local wines.
- Day 8railovernight: Geneva
Geneva
Embark on the stunning GoldenPass Express from Interlaken to Montreux, taking in views of Lake Geneva. Explore Montreux and its iconic Chillon Castle before continuing by rail to Geneva.
- Day 9railovernight: Geneva
Geneva
Enjoy a day trip to Gruyeres: visit a Swiss chocolate factory, then travel through the countryside to a cheese dairy for Le Gruyere AOP, ascend Moleson Mountain for a tasting session, and explore medieval Gruyeres before returning to Geneva on the GoldenPass train.
- Day 10rail
Return home
Your Swiss adventure comes to a close as you embark on your journey back to the UK from Geneva either by rail or fly.
Included
- 2-nights hotel accommodation in Zurich with breakfast included
- 2-nights hotel accommodation in Lucerne with breakfast included
- 3-nights hotel accommodation in Interlaken with breakfast included
- 2-nights hotel accommodation in Geneva with breakfast included
- Rail London to Zurich via Paris or fly to Zurich with onward rail
- Lucerne-Interlaken Express to Lucerne, GoldenPass Line
- Zurich Tour with Cruise & Lindt Chocolate Factory
- Lucerne Walking Tour
- Lakes Thun & Brienz Cruise
- Chocolate & Cheese tour & Cheese Fondue Cooking Class
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