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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Classic East

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Classic East, a rail journey with Switzerland Travel Centre

On this tour through the most beautiful corners of Switzerland, travel from Zurich to the Italian border town of Tirano – perfect if you want to extend your journey southwards.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Zurich

    Arrival in Zurich

    Travel to Zurich by public transport. Here you have time to discover the vibrant city by the lake.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Interlaken

    Ride on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express

    Travel to Lucerne, from where you take the Lucerne-Interlaken Express to Interlaken. Trip time: approx. 2h 45min.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Montreux

    Ride on the GoldenPass Express

    The GoldenPass Express takes you directly from Interlaken to Montreux. Golden vineyards, alpine meadows and villages accompany you on this journey. Trip time: approx. 3 hours.

  4. Day 4overnight: Zermatt

    Stay in Zermatt

    The journey continues to Zermatt. Here you have time to explore the alpine town at the foot of the Matterhorn and the surrounding area on your own. Trip time: approx. 2h 45 min.

  5. Day 5railovernight: St. Moritz

    Ride on the Glacier Express

    Travel on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz. A varied journey through the mountains awaits you. Trip time: approx. 8 hours.

  6. Day 6rail

    Ride on the Bernina Express

    Travel on the Bernina Express in the panoramic car to Tirano (IT) where your journey ends or alternatively you can travel on to Italy. Trip time: approx. 2h 15min.

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