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GoldenPass Line (for international guests)

Swiss Alpine rail journey from Lucerne to Montreux via Interlaken

Illustration of GoldenPass Line (for international guests)

The GoldenPass Line, operated by Railtour Suisse, is a one-day independent rail journey from Lucerne to Montreux through the heart of Swiss scenery. The route begins on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express, a panoramic train that departs Lucerne and travels for approximately two hours through the Bernese Oberland, passing five crystal-clear lakes and winding through picturesque valleys to Interlaken. From Interlaken, you board the GoldenPass Express for a three-hour journey to Montreux on Lake Geneva, passing Alpine peaks, traditional chalets, and the terraced vineyards of the Lavaux region. Railtour Suisse offers three seating options: the modern GoldenPass Express, the nostalgic GoldenPass Belle Époque with 1930s-style carriages (running Zweisimmen to Montreux), or the premium Prestige Class with heated rotating seats in a raised panoramic compartment. This trip suits first-time rail travellers, photographers seeking Alpine and lakeside views, and couples who want a scenic day without overnight logistics. All three options are booked as rail-only packages; you arrange your own accommodation in Lucerne, Interlaken, Montreux, or elsewhere.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes no detailed day-by-day itinerary; confirm boarding times and exact station locations in Lucerne and Interlaken before your trip
  • Price shown is rail fare only; accommodation in Lucerne, Interlaken, or Montreux is not included and must be booked separately
  • GoldenPass Belle Époque runs only between Zweisimmen and Montreux, requiring a separate transfer to that station from Interlaken

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The from-price of CHF 518 (USD 645) covers rail fare on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express and GoldenPass Express or Belle Époque carriages. Accommodation is separate.
Which trains are used?
The Lucerne-Interlaken Express (approximately two hours, five lakes) followed by the GoldenPass Express to Montreux (approximately three hours, no change of train). Alternatively, the GoldenPass Belle Époque runs between Zweisimmen and Montreux in 1930s-style carriages.
What is Prestige Class?
GoldenPass Express Prestige Class offers individually adjustable, heated, rotating seats in a panoramic compartment raised 40 centimetres higher than standard seating, from CHF 876.
How long is this trip?
One day of travel totalling approximately five hours of train time from Lucerne to Montreux.
Is this an escorted tour?
No. This is independent rail travel with three named trains to board; you book accommodation separately in Lucerne or other Swiss destinations.

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