How much does it cost?

From CHF 590 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $724 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is the train travel included?

Yes. The price includes 2nd class rail travel on the Glacier Express on a half-fare basis, plus seat reservations. A valid Swiss half-fare card is required or must be purchased separately.

Is this a guided or independent tour?

It is a guided group tour with guided walks in St. Moritz and Zermatt. Travel between the two towns on the Glacier Express is independent.

How long is the train journey?

The Glacier Express runs approximately 8 hours from St. Moritz to Zermatt, crossing 291 bridges, 91 tunnels, and climbing to the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres.

When does this tour run?

The operator does not list specific departures. The Bernina Express extension is available May to October. Contact railtour suisse for current availability.

railtour suisse · Group tour

Glacier Express - Group tour

Glacier Express panoramic train St. Moritz to Zermatt, two Alpine hotels.

Railtour suisse operates this 3-day group journey on the Glacier Express, one of the world's most celebrated panoramic trains. Departing St. Moritz and arriving in Zermatt (or vice versa), the tour divides your time between two Alpine resorts and the 8-hour train journey that connects them. Day 1 brings you to St. Moritz for a guided walk through this upscale resort town, with an optional visit to the Segantini Museum. Day 2 is spent almost entirely on the Glacier Express, where wide panoramic windows frame the Alps as the train crosses 291 bridges and 91 tunnels, climbs to the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres, and descends into the Valais. Meals are served at your seat. On Day 3, you explore Zermatt's charming village lanes with a guide, then have the option to ride the Gornergratbahn cogwheel railway up to 3,089 metres for views of Monte Rosa and the Matterhorn. The tour suits repeat rail travellers, couples, photographers, and anyone who values guided structure combined with time in two distinct mountain destinations.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has held at CHF 590 every time.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 2 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

The from-price covers the package on a half-fare rail basis; you will need a valid Swiss half-fare card or purchase it separately.
Day 3 describes an optional excursion (Gornergrat railway); confirm whether the cogwheel railway ticket is included or costs extra.
The itinerary mentions optional extras such as the Segantini Museum visit; these are not included in the base price.

Day by day

Day 1railovernight: St. Moritz
St. Moritz
Train journey to St. Moritz. In the afternoon, a guided walk to discover the famous chic and sporty resort. Possibility of including a visit to the Segantini Museum. For dinner, a restaurant in the hills with a unique panoramic view.
Day 2railovernight: Zermatt
Glacier Express
In the morning, you'll board the Glacier Express for a fantastic journey through the splendid Alpine scenery, with a meal served in the seat. After a stopover in Andermatt, the train reaches the Valais and Zermatt, arriving in the late afternoon. Evening meal recommended at a restaurant serving Valais specialities.
Day 3rail
Zermatt & Gornergrat
Discover the charming village of Zermatt on a stroll through its pretty lanes. Switzerland's oldest cogwheel railway takes you from Zermatt (1,604 m) up to the Gornergrat (3,089 m) with views of Monte Rosa and the Matterhorn. Lunch in the panoramic restaurant facing the glaciers. Return to Zermatt in the afternoon, then by train.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 2Board the Glacier Express in the morning for an 8-hour journey through Alpine scenery, crossing 291 bridges and 91 tunnels to reach Zermatt in late afternoon. Meals are served at your seat.
Day 3Ride the Gornergratbahn, Switzerland's oldest cogwheel railway, from Zermatt up to 3,089 metres for panoramic views of Monte Rosa and the Matterhorn.

Included

2nd class train on half-fare basis
Seat reservation on board the Glacier Express
1 night in St. Moritz, 3-star hotel, double room with breakfast
1 night in Zermatt, 3-star hotel, double room with breakfast

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From CHF 590 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $724 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is the train travel included?: Yes. The price includes 2nd class rail travel on the Glacier Express on a half-fare basis, plus seat reservations. A valid Swiss half-fare card is required or must be purchased separately.
Is this a guided or independent tour?: It is a guided group tour with guided walks in St. Moritz and Zermatt. Travel between the two towns on the Glacier Express is independent.
How long is the train journey?: The Glacier Express runs approximately 8 hours from St. Moritz to Zermatt, crossing 291 bridges, 91 tunnels, and climbing to the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres.
When does this tour run?: The operator does not list specific departures. The Bernina Express extension is available May to October. Contact railtour suisse for current availability.