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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Top-Attraktionen

Five-day Swiss rail loop: Luzern, Interlaken, Montreux, Zermatt, Chur

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Switzerland Travel Centre's Grand Train Tour of Switzerland covers five days and four nights across the Alpine country, beginning in Luzern and ending in Chur. You travel by four named trains, staying one night in each of Luzern, Interlaken, Montreux, and Zermatt. The Luzern-Interlaken Express carries you through mountain landscapes to Interlaken, a gateway to Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The GoldenPass Express then winds 3 hours toward Montreux on Lake Geneva, passing vineyards and idyllic villages. From there you head to Zermatt, where the Matterhorn dominates the landscape, before embarking on the Glacier Express for a 5-hour 30-minute crossing of the Alps to Chur. Days on trains are spent watching scenery rather than being moved swiftly between cities. This itinerary suits first-time rail travellers seeking an introduction to Switzerland's famous scenic trains, as well as repeat rail visitors collecting experiences on classic routes. It also appeals to travellers on a budget who want to see multiple regions without moving constantly.

What to know before you look closer

  • Day 1 involves independent travel to Luzern by public transport; the operator does not provide a pre-arranged arrival transfer.
  • Day 5 ends with independent return travel from Chur by public transport, or you may extend your stay.
  • The itinerary does not name the specific train on Day 4 from Montreux to Zermatt; confirm the route and train name with Switzerland Travel Centre before booking.
  • No hotel names or accommodation options are listed in the operator's description; enquire about specific lodging when you book.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Luzern

    Anreise nach Luzern

    Du reist mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln nach Luzern. Geniesse die Fahrt und nutze nach der Ankunft die Gelegenheit, die Stadt zu entdecken.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Interlaken

    Fahrt mit dem Luzern-Interlaken Express

    Du fährst mit dem Luzern-Interlaken Express von Luzern nach Interlaken. Geniesse die Aussicht während der Fahrt. Nach der Ankunft hast du Zeit, Interlaken zu entdecken. Fahrtzeit: ca. 1h 50min

  3. Day 3railovernight: Montreux

    Fahrt mit dem GoldenPass Express

    Du fährst mit dem GoldenPass Express nach Montreux. Geniesse die Fahrt und nutze nach der Ankunft die Gelegenheit, die charmante Stadt am Genfer See zu entdecken. Fahrtzeit: ca. 3h

  4. Day 4overnight: Zermatt

    Fahrt von Montreux nach Zermatt

    Du fährst mit dem Zug nach Zermatt. Geniesse die Aussicht auf die Alpen und erlebe nach der Ankunft in Zermatt die einzigartige Atmosphäre dieses charmanten Bergdorfes.

  5. Day 5rail

    Fahrt mit dem Glacier Express und Rückreise ab Chur

    Du fährst mit dem Glacier Express von Zermatt nach Chur. Von dort trittst du deine Rückreise mit den öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln an oder du verlängerst deinen Aufenthalt. Fahrtzeit: ca. 5h 30min

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Day 2: the Luzern-Interlaken Express carries you 1 hour 50 minutes through alpine scenery from the lakeside city of Luzern to Interlaken, gateway to Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.
  • Day 3Day 3: the GoldenPass Express travels 3 hours from Interlaken to Montreux along the Lake Geneva shoreline, passing through vineyards and countryside.
  • Day 5Day 5: the Glacier Express departs Zermatt with views of the Matterhorn and travels 5 hours 30 minutes to Chur, crossing the Swiss Alps.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The package from 1,160 EUR covers rail travel on the Luzern-Interlaken Express, GoldenPass Express, and Glacier Express, as well as four nights of accommodation in Luzern, Interlaken, Montreux, and Zermatt.
Is this an escorted or independent tour?
This is an independent journey. You travel by train and stay in named cities, but Switzerland Travel Centre does not provide a guide. Day 1 arrival and Day 5 departure use public transport that you arrange yourself.
Which trains are included?
The Luzern-Interlaken Express, GoldenPass Express, and Glacier Express are named. All travel is in second-class seating. A fourth train connects Montreux to Zermatt, though the operator does not name it in the itinerary.
How much walking is involved?
The itinerary does not specify walking distances or physical demands. Expect to navigate train stations and explore city centres during free time in each stop.
When does this tour depart?
The operator has not published specific departure dates in the information available. Contact Switzerland Travel Centre directly to confirm available dates.

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