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Lake Como and the Matterhorn to Basel

Milan to Basel by rail via Lake Como and Zermatt's Matterhorn

Illustration of Lake Como and the Matterhorn to Basel

Railbookers operates this 6-day rail journey from Milan to Basel, opening with an overnight in Milan before two nights on Lake Como and two nights in Zermatt beneath the Matterhorn. Day 2 brings a direct train to Como, where an expert guide leads a tour of the lake's Mediterranean and Alpine scenery the following morning. Day 4 crosses from Italy into Switzerland by train through the Alps to Zermatt, setting up the trip's high point: the Gornergrat Cogwheel Train, which climbs from 5,262 feet to 10,138 feet in just 33 minutes for views of the Matterhorn, Italy and France. A 3-day Swiss Pass simplifies the Swiss legs, and the pace is relaxed, with two-night stops in both Como and Zermatt. This suits photographers drawn to alpine views and couples who want a short, linear route through northern Italy and the Alps without a packed schedule.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator's itinerary does not describe how you travel from Zermatt to Basel on the final day; confirm this leg with Railbookers before booking.
  • All hotels are drawn from 18 accommodation options across Milan, Lake Como and Zermatt; the final hotel depends on the tier and city you select.
  • The operator does not list current departure dates for this package; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Milan

    Your Journey Begins in Milan

    Welcome to Italy! Make your way to your hotel and check-in for an overnight stay.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Lake Como

    Milan to Lake Como

    Board your train to Como. Check in for a two-night stay and explore the town of Como at your own leisure.

  3. Day 3overnight: Lake Como

    Lake Como

    Meet your expert guide for a tour around Como this morning. Lake Como is the third-largest lake in Italy.

  4. Day 4overnight: Zermatt

    Lake Como to Zermatt

    A final breakfast in Italy before heading through the scenic Swiss Alps to Zermatt, winding through the Italian countryside into the Alps. Check in for a two-night stay.

  5. Day 5overnight: Zermatt

    Gornergrat Day Trip

    The Gornergrat is Europe's highest climbing from 5262ft above sea level to 10138ft in just 33 minutes, with views across to Italy and France as well as the Matterhorn Mountain.

  6. Day 6

    Your Journey Ends in Basel

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels to Basel.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Board the train from Milan to Como and explore the town at your own leisure.
  • Day 3A guided tour around Como with an expert local guide.
  • Day 4A final breakfast in Italy before a train journey through the scenic Swiss Alps, winding through the Italian countryside into the mountains, to Zermatt.
  • Day 5The Gornergrat Cogwheel Train climbs from 5,262 feet to 10,138 feet in 33 minutes, with views of the Matterhorn, Italy and France.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Milan
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Lake Como
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zermatt
  • 3 Day Swiss Pass
  • Small-group tour of Lake Como and Bellagio
  • Day trip on the Gornergrat Cogwheel Train

Questions travellers ask

Is rail travel included?
Yes. Rail travel is included throughout, along with a 3-day Swiss Pass covering travel within Switzerland, including the Gornergrat Cogwheel Train.
Is this tour guided or independent?
It is mostly independent rail travel, with an included small-group guided tour of Lake Como and Bellagio on Day 3.
What hotels are used?
Hotels are chosen from 18 accommodation options across Milan, Lake Como and Zermatt; sample properties include Hilton Milan, Armani Hotel Milano, and the Palace Hotel on Lake Como.
What is the route?
The trip starts in Milan, travels by train to Lake Como for two nights, continues through the Swiss Alps to Zermatt for two nights, and ends in Basel.
When does this tour run?
The operator does not publish current departure dates in the available materials; confirm dates directly with Railbookers before booking.

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