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Glacier Express St. Moritz - Brig

Alpine rail crossing from St. Moritz to Brig on the Glacier Express

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railtour suisse operates this two-day Swiss Alpine crossing for travellers seeking a single famous train journey without a full tour itinerary. You arrive in St. Moritz, the renowned alpine winter-sports resort, and overnight in a three-star hotel with breakfast. On day two, you board the Glacier Express, the "world's slowest express train," for a seven-hour crossing to Brig. The route climbs to the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres, passing over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels while revealing ancient mountain forests, Alpine meadows, rushing rivers, and the dramatic Rhine Gorge. The train crosses two UNESCO World Heritage rail lines: the Albula and Bernina routes of the Rhaetian Railway. This journey suits repeat rail travellers, photographers, and history enthusiasts drawn to the Swiss Alps and the Glacier Express's celebrated reputation.

What to know before you look closer

  • Train fare is booked separately on a Half Fare Travelcard basis; the from-price covers the hotel night and seat reservation only.
  • The itinerary does not specify activities or meals in Brig; confirm the onward journey and local arrangements with railtour suisse.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: St. Moritz

    Arrival in St. Moritz

    Train journey to St. Moritz, the birthplace of alpine winter sports. Enjoy the mountain landscape with its fantastic views or stroll through Via Serlas, one of Switzerland's most exclusive shopping streets. Overnight in St. Moritz.

  2. Day 2rail

    Glacier Express (7h) and return journey

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you travel from St. Moritz to Brig with the Glacier Express. The train journey takes you over bridges, through tunnels and over the Oberalp Pass at 2'033 m. Travel in comfort through the natural beauty of an unspoiled landscape, with ancient, perfumed mountain forests, peaceful Alpine meadows, rushing mountain rivers and mountain valleys, steeped in tradition and centuries-old culture. Brig, at the foot of the Simplon Pass leading to Italy, is famous for its 17th century Stockalper Palace. Individual return journey from Brig. This tour can also be booked in the opposite direction.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Arrive in St. Moritz, the birthplace of alpine winter sports; explore Via Serlas, one of Switzerland's most exclusive shopping streets.
  • Day 2Travel seven hours on the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Brig, crossing the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres via 291 bridges and 91 tunnels through mountain forests, Alpine meadows, and the Rhine Gorge.

Included

  • Train journey in 2nd class from/to domicile, Half Fare Travelcard basis
  • Seat reservation in the Glacier Express
  • 1 night in St. Moritz, 3*-hotel, standard double room with breakfast

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
The Glacier Express seat reservation is included, but train fare from your home is booked separately on a Half Fare Travelcard basis.
Which train will I ride?
The Glacier Express, travelling from St. Moritz to Brig in seven hours in second class.
Where do I stay?
One night in a three-star standard double room in St. Moritz, with breakfast included.
What happens on day two?
After breakfast, you travel the full Glacier Express route to Brig, crossing 291 bridges and 91 tunnels, including the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres and the Landwasser Viaduct.
How much walking is involved?
The itinerary mentions the option to stroll through St. Moritz's Via Serlas but does not specify required walking distances.

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