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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – Vignes et Vallées

Three-day Swiss rail loop through vineyards, Zermatt, and alpine passes

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Switzerland Travel Centre's Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - Vignes et Vallées is a 3-day, 2-night journey through three famous Swiss destinations, all reached by rail. The trip begins with the GoldenPass Express, a famous panoramic train that descends from Interlaken to Montreux, revealing the UNESCO-protected terraced vineyards of Lavaux overlooking Lake Geneva. Day 2 takes you by train from Montreux to Zermatt, the mountain village beneath the Matterhorn, where you have the full day to explore. The return journey uses the Lötschberg mountain railway, a scenic alpine route that climbs to Brigue then descends through Spiez back to Interlaken. This trip suits independent rail travelers and couples seeking relaxed, self-directed exploration of Switzerland's most famous regions without a guided group.

What to know before you look closer

  • Hotel accommodation in Montreux and Zermatt is not included in the quoted price; you book and pay for lodging separately
  • The quoted price is for the rail package only; confirm final costs with Switzerland Travel Centre
  • You must arrange your own transport to Interlaken at the start from your entry point in Switzerland

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Montreux

    Voyage à bord du GoldenPass Express

    Voyage de ton point de départ en Suisse en transports publics jusqu'à Interlaken. De là, embarque à bord du célèbre GoldenPass Express et savoure un voyage panoramique inoubliable jusqu'à Montreux. Temps de trajet : environ 3h 15min

  2. Day 2railovernight: Zermatt

    Séjour à Zermatt

    Tu prends le train de Montreux à Zermatt. Ici, tu as le temps de découvrir le magnifique village au pied du Cervin. Temps de trajet : environ 2h 30min

  3. Day 3

    Voyage sur la ligne de faîte du Lötschberg

    Pour terminer ton voyage, la spectaculaire ligne de faîte du Lötschberg te ramène à Interlaken via Brigue et Spiez. Là, tu peux décider de prolonger ton séjour ou voyager avec les transports publics jusqu'à ton point final en Suisse. Temps de voyage : environ 2h 45min

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1The GoldenPass Express departs Interlaken for Montreux, revealing the Lavaux vineyard terraces descending to Lake Geneva over 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Day 2From Montreux, the train climbs 2 hours 30 minutes to Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn, Switzerland's most recognizable peak
  • Day 3The Lötschberg mountain railway descends from Brigue back to Interlaken via Spiez, traversing the Alpine passes in 2 hours 45 minutes

Questions travellers ask

Which trains does this trip use?
The GoldenPass Express runs Interlaken to Montreux. The Lötschberg BLS line returns you from Brigue through Spiez to Interlaken. Both are second class.
Is accommodation included?
No. The 470 CHF (585 USD) covers rail travel only. You arrange and pay for hotels in Montreux and Zermatt separately.
How much free time do I have at each stop?
Day 1 arrives Montreux evening. Day 2 is a full day in Zermatt for exploring. Day 3 departs Zermatt mid-morning for Interlaken.
Can I start and end at different Swiss towns?
Yes, the itinerary says you can join from any starting point and exit at any finishing point within Switzerland using public transport.
What is the Lavaux?
The Lavaux is a UNESCO-listed vineyard region on the north shore of Lake Geneva, visible from the GoldenPass Express between Interlaken and Montreux.

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