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Scenary And Elegance: Swiss Train Tour

Scenary And Elegance: Swiss Train Tour, a rail journey with Rail Escape

Embark on a 10-day Swiss Train Tour from Munich to Milan. Experience breathtaking alpine vistas aboard iconic trains.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Munich

    Arrive in Munich

    Welcome to the Bavarian capital! After checking into your hotel for two nights, get your first taste of Munich at the famous Marienplatz square with its striking New Town Hall and glockenspiel clock show. Don't miss the chance to sample some beer at one of Munich's renowned beer halls.

  2. Day 2overnight: Munich

    Munich's Top Attractions

    Today, explore some of Munich's highlights like the enormous Nymphenburg Palace, the former summer residence of Bavarian royalty. You could also visit the Alte Pinakothek museum housing one of the finest collections of European art. End your day with a stroll through the English Garden.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Zurich

    Travel to Zurich

    After breakfast, depart Munich and take the train into Switzerland to Zurich. Upon arrival, check into your hotel for two nights. Spend your afternoon exploring the charming Old Town and strolling along the upscale Bahnhofstrasse shopping avenue.

  4. Day 4overnight: Zurich

    Highlights of Zurich

    See the top attractions of cosmopolitan Zurich today like a walking tour across the churches and guildhalls of Old Town. Visit world-class museums such as the Swiss National Museum or the Kunsthaus art museum. You could also take a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Zermatt

    Journey to Zermatt

    Leave Zurich after breakfast and travel by train to the Swiss Alpine resort town of Zermatt, nestled beneath the famous Matterhorn peak. After hotel check-in, spend the afternoon strolling the pedestrian-friendly village streets and admiring the views.

  6. Day 6railovernight: St. Moritz

    Explore St. Moritz

    Take the scenic Glacier Express train from Zermatt to the glamorous ski resort of St. Moritz. After dropping your bags at your hotel, you can ride cable cars up the surrounding peaks, go hiking on alpine trails, or just enjoy the chic resort atmosphere.

  7. Day 7overnight: Milan

    Travel to Milan

    Depart St. Moritz after breakfast and cross into Italy to the cosmopolitan city of Milan. After checking into your hotel for three nights, spend the afternoon exploring sights like the iconic Duomo cathedral and the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade.

  8. Day 8overnight: Milan

    Discover Milan

    Use today to visit some of Milan's incredible artistic and cultural highlights. Don't miss seeing Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece The Last Supper at the Santa Maria delle Grazie church. You could also explore the Castello Sforzesco or one of Milan's top museums.

  9. Day 9overnight: Milan

    More of Milan

    With another day in the fashion capital, you can experience other top attractions like visiting the San Siro stadium, exploring the trendy Navigli canal district, or shopping the latest styles in the city's chic boutiques. Indulge in some delicious risotto milanese before your trip ends.

  10. Day 10

    Depart Milan

    Enjoy any last sights or activities in Milan on your final morning before departing this stylish Italian city for your next destination. You may want to squeeze in one last espresso and pastry from a local café to end your trip on a high note.

Included

  • Welcome Package with travel essentials and detailed itinerary information
  • First-Class Rail Travel throughout (some regional trains second-class only)
  • 4-Star Plus Hotel Accommodation in all cities, near train stations
  • Daily Breakfast at all hotel accommodations
  • Airport Transfers on arrival and departure

Not included

  • International Airfare
  • Excursions, Activities and Entrance Fees
  • Meals Beyond Breakfast
  • Local taxes or fees (e.g. hotel tourism taxes)
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Local Transportation

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