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Switzerland's Lakes and Mountains from London

London to Switzerland rail journey via Eurostar and four named trains

Illustration of Switzerland's Lakes and Mountains from London

Railbookers runs this six-day independent rail vacation from London to Switzerland, starting with Eurostar to Paris and a connecting train to Geneva, and ending with a transfer to Zurich Airport from Chur. A single night in Geneva is followed by the Golden Pass Line on day 2, rising above Lake Geneva through the Swiss Riviera to Interlaken for a two-night stay. Day 3 climbs to Europe's highest-altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain, 11,332 feet up, with views of the Black Forest and Vosges Mountains. The Glacier Express crosses the Lotschberg and the Swiss Alps to Chur on day 4, followed by the Bernina Express to Tirano via St. Moritz on day 5, passing the Landwasser Viaduct. With a 4-Day Swiss Pass and no tour manager, this compact, train-heavy itinerary suits travelers who want to reach Switzerland from London entirely by rail and ride four of its named scenic trains in under a week.

What to know before you look closer

  • The included list itemizes the Eurostar from London to Paris and a 4-Day Swiss Pass, but the itinerary covers rail travel on five separate Swiss days, day 2 through day 6, and a further connecting train from Paris to Geneva that is not itemized; confirm exactly what is covered with Railbookers before booking.
  • The hotel list offers 21 accommodation options across different tiers and cities, so the final hotel depends on which tier and city you choose, from Hotel Cornavin in Geneva up to the Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix.
  • The evidence pack lists no current departure dates; confirm scheduling with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Geneva

    London to Geneva

    Board Eurostar in London today and stop in Paris before changing trains en route to Geneva. Check into your hotel for a one-night stay. Explore the sights, including the world's highest fountain, the Jet d'Eau.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Interlaken

    Geneva to Montreux to Interlaken

    After breakfast this morning, take the train from Geneva to Montreux and then travel on the famous Golden Pass Line to Interlaken for a two-night stay. The route rises above Lake Geneva, offering amazing views of the Swiss Riviera.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Interlaken

    Jungfrau Excursion

    Climb to Europe's highest-altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain, 11,332 feet high. The journey takes you to Kleine Scheidegg, then Eigergletscher, before reaching Jungfraujoch with spectacular views of the Black Forest and Vosges Mountains.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Chur

    Glacier Express to Chur

    Depart Interlaken today and travel to Brig by train, over the Lotschberg Mountain, where you will meet the Glacier Express through the majestic Swiss Alps to Chur.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Chur

    Bernina Express

    Take the Bernina Express for the final leg of the trip to Tirano via St. Moritz. Watch out for the magnificent Landwasser Viaduct just before Filisur. A stop will be made in Tirano for lunch before returning to Chur.

  6. Day 6

    Depart from Chur to Zurich Airport

    After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue to Zurich Airport.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Eurostar from London to Paris, then a change of trains to reach Geneva.
  • Day 2The Golden Pass Line rises above Lake Geneva with views of the Swiss Riviera on the way from Montreux to Interlaken.
  • Day 3A climb to Europe's highest-altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain at 11,332 feet, via Kleine Scheidegg and Eigergletscher, with views of the Black Forest and Vosges Mountains.
  • Day 4The Glacier Express crosses the Lotschberg and the Swiss Alps from Brig to Chur.
  • Day 5The Bernina Express to Tirano via St. Moritz, passing the Landwasser Viaduct near Filisur.

Included

  • Eurostar from London to Paris
  • 1-night hotel stay with breakfast in Geneva
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Interlaken
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Chur
  • 4-Day Swiss Pass Standard Class
  • Seat Reservations on the Golden Pass, Glacier Express and Bernina Express
  • Daytrip to Jungfraujoch

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. Eurostar from London to Paris is included, along with a 4-Day Swiss Pass Standard Class and seat reservations on the Golden Pass, Glacier Express and Bernina Express.
Is it escorted or independent?
It is an independent, self-guided rail vacation, per Railbookers.
Which trains are used?
Eurostar from London to Paris, the Golden Pass Line from Montreux to Interlaken, the Glacier Express from Brig to Chur, and the Bernina Express from Chur to Tirano via St. Moritz.
Does the Swiss Pass cover every day of Swiss travel?
The itinerary includes Swiss rail travel on days 2 through 6, five days, while the included pass is described as a 4-Day Swiss Pass; confirm coverage with Railbookers.
What hotels are used?
The package offers 21 accommodation options across Geneva, Interlaken and Chur at different tiers, from Hotel Cornavin in Geneva up to the Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix.
Where does the trip start and end?
It starts in London with Eurostar to Paris and on to Geneva, and ends with a transfer from Chur to Zurich Airport on day 6.

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