Switzerland
Grand Train Tour of Switzerland
The ultimate Swiss rail adventure, combining the country's most iconic panoramic trains, mountain regions, lakes and cities into one unforgettable journey.
7 Nights / 8 Days
Lucerne • Interlaken • Montreux • Zermatt • St Moritz • Zurich
The Journey
Switzerland's ultimate rail itinerary
The Grand Train Tour connects many of Switzerland's most famous rail experiences into one seamless itinerary. Travellers experience panoramic trains, alpine resorts, lake scenery, mountain landscapes and elegant Swiss hospitality across multiple regions.
This eight-day itinerary combines several celebrated routes while remaining completely tailor-made. Extra nights can be added wherever you want more time to explore.
Suggested Itinerary
Your Grand Train Tour, day by day
Day 1
Arrive in Lucerne
Travel by rail to Lucerne and settle into your lakeside hotel. Explore the old town, Chapel Bridge and waterfront at your own pace.
Day 2
Lucerne to Interlaken
Travel aboard the Luzern–Interlaken Express through mountain scenery, beside turquoise lakes and across the Brünig Pass to Interlaken.
Day 3
GoldenPass Express to Montreux
Continue through the Bernese Oberland and Gstaad aboard the GoldenPass Express before descending towards Lake Geneva and Montreux.
Day 4
Montreux to Zermatt
Travel from the Swiss Riviera into the mountains and arrive in car-free Zermatt. Enjoy time beneath the Matterhorn and explore the alpine village.
Day 5
Glacier Express to St Moritz
Board the Glacier Express for the full-day panoramic journey across the Swiss Alps, travelling through the Rhine Gorge and over the Oberalp Pass to St Moritz.
Day 6
Bernina Express to Tirano
Cross the Bernina Pass aboard the Bernina Express, passing glaciers, mountain lakes and the Brusio Spiral Viaduct before arriving in Tirano, Italy.
Day 7
St Moritz to Zurich
Return through the spectacular Albula landscapes and continue to Zurich. Spend your final evening exploring Switzerland’s largest city.
Day 8
Depart or Extend
Depart from Zurich or extend your holiday with additional nights, mountain experiences, lake cruises or a journey into a neighbouring country.
Highlights
Why choose the Grand Train Tour?
Multiple Iconic Routes
Combine the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass Express and Luzern–Interlaken Express in one trip.
Switzerland in Depth
Experience mountain villages, lakeside towns, cosmopolitan cities and some of Europe's finest alpine scenery.
Fully Tailor-Made
Extend the itinerary with luxury hotels, lake cruises, mountain railways, spa stays and additional Swiss experiences.
Route Map
Grand Train Tour of Switzerland
Follow a sweeping route through Switzerland's lakeside cities, alpine resorts, mountain passes and most celebrated panoramic railways.
Start Planning
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Speak with Outsyda Rail about journey dates, Swiss rail passes, panoramic train reservations, hotel options and tailor-made alpine extensions.
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