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Florence and Lake Como via the Classic Gotthard Pass

Independent rail trip over the Gotthard Pass from Zurich to Florence

Railbookers sells Florence and Lake Como via the Classic Gotthard Pass as an independent rail vacation, meaning travelers make the trip on their own without an escorted guide. The 6-day, 5-night package starts with one night in Zurich, Switzerland's financial capital, known for high-end shopping and chocolate. From there, the train crosses the St Gotthard Pass via Arth Goldau and Ertsfeld, a route the operator describes as offering outstanding views from your seat, arriving in Como, a town with Roman-era history. The trip then continues to Florence. It suits travelers who want a scenic Alpine train ride and a historic lake town on the way to a classic Italian city, without joining a group tour.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the exact schedule with them before booking.
  • The description states one night in Zurich but does not specify how the remaining nights are split between Como and Florence.

Questions travellers ask

Which train route is used?
The St Gotthard Pass route from Zurich to Como, via Arth Goldau and Ertsfeld, described as offering outstanding views from your seat.
Is this an escorted tour?
No. It is sold as an independent rail package.
How long is the trip?
6 days and 5 nights.
How many nights are spent in Zurich?
One night, according to the description; the split between Como and Florence is not specified.
What is the starting price?
From $1,349 per person, about $225 a day.
What is there to see in Como?
The description calls Como a historic town established by Julius Caesar as an Alpine garrison and Roman holiday resort.

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