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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - Lakes and Peaks

Swiss panoramic rail loop from Interlaken to St. Moritz via lakes and Alps

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The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland from Switzerland Travel Centre is a 6-day, 5-night rail journey beginning in Interlaken and ending in St. Moritz, with stops in Montreux, Zermatt, and Lugano. Each day puts you aboard a different panoramic train: the GoldenPass Express descends lakeside to Montreux; the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn climbs to Zermatt; the Centovalli Railway winds through Italian valleys and deep gorges; and the Bernina Express ascends to St. Moritz on Europe's highest train tracks, a UNESCO World Heritage route. You overnight in five base towns, giving you time to walk through Zermatt's mountain village or absorb St. Moritz's alpine elegance. Rail fares, five nights of hotel stays, and a Digital Swiss Coupon Pass with over 100 two-for-one experiences are included from CHF 1,040. The itinerary suits repeat rail travellers eager to ride Europe's most celebrated scenic trains, photographers seeking dramatic Alpine and lake views, and independent explorers who value flexibility in accommodation and pacing.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price (CHF 1,040 or USD 1,296) covers rail fares and accommodation only; meals, activities, and the optional experiences in the Swiss Coupon Pass are additional.
  • Day 4 involves a 5-hour 15-minute journey with a train transfer; Day 5 includes a Bernina Express bus segment (Lugano to Tirano) before the scenic train climb to St. Moritz.
  • The itinerary allows you to customize accommodation tier and duration; the final hotel depends on your selections.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Interlaken

    Journey to Interlaken

    Travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Lucerne. Take the Lucerne-Interlaken Express to Interlaken. Travel time: approx. 1h 50min.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Montreux

    Ride on the GoldenPass Express

    You travel in the panoramic train car of the GoldenPass Express to Montreux on Lake Geneva. Trip time: approx. 3h 15min.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Zermatt

    Stay in Zermatt

    The Matterhorn Gotthard Railway takes you from Montreux to Zermatt. Here you have time to discover the beautiful village at the foot of the Matterhorn. Trip time: approx. 2h 30min.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Lugano

    Ride on the Centovalli-Railway

    Today you will travel briefly through Italy on the Centovalli-Railway and then on to Ticino. Enjoy the beautiful route through picturesque valleys and along deep gorges. Trip time: approx. 5h 15min.

  5. Day 5railovernight: St. Moritz

    Ride on the Bernina Express

    From Lugano, you first travel on the Bernina Express bus to Tirano (IT). The journey continues in the panoramic train car of the Bernina Express to St. Moritz. A spectacular journey on the UNESCO World Heritage route of the Rhaetian Railway. Trip time: approx. 5h 45min.

  6. Day 6

    Return journey from St. Moritz

    Return to your final destination in Switzerland by public transport. Alternatively, you can also extend your stay in St. Moritz.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2The GoldenPass Express travels in a panoramic car from Interlaken to Montreux on Lake Geneva, crossing from mountains to lakeside in 3 hours 15 minutes.
  • Day 3The Matterhorn Gotthard Railway climbs from Montreux to Zermatt, where you visit the village at the foot of the Matterhorn.
  • Day 4The Centovalli Railway crosses through Italy and the Ticino region on a 5-hour 15-minute route through valleys and gorges.
  • Day 5The Bernina Express, a UNESCO World Heritage route, ascends to St. Moritz in a panoramic car on Europe's highest train tracks after a bus segment from Lugano to Tirano.

Included

  • Arrival and departure included - travel from any starting point and back to any ending point in Switzerland
  • Digital Swiss Coupon Pass included with every package holiday booking in 2026 - your key to over 100 exclusive 2-for-1 experiences throughout Switzerland, save up to CHF 4,500

Questions travellers ask

Which trains are included?
The package includes the Lucerne-Interlaken Express, GoldenPass Express, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, Centovalli Railway, Bernina Express bus, and Bernina Express train. All rail fares are included in the from-price.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
The evidence describes it as a rail package with pre-arranged accommodation but does not specify whether daily activities are guided or self-directed. Confirm the level of guidance with Switzerland Travel Centre before booking.
What accommodation is included?
Five nights of accommodation in Interlaken, Montreux, Zermatt, Lugano, and St. Moritz are included. You can select your hotel and room category as part of your booking.
When does the trip depart?
The evidence does not list specific departure dates. Contact Switzerland Travel Centre to view 2026 availability and book your preferred travel dates.
What is included in the Digital Swiss Coupon Pass?
Every 2026 booking includes a Digital Swiss Coupon Pass offering over 100 two-for-one experiences throughout Switzerland, with potential savings up to CHF 4,500. These are optional activities.
Can I customize my start and end points?
Yes. Switzerland Travel Centre includes arrival and departure travel from any starting point and back to any ending point within Switzerland as part of the package.

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