Switzerland by Rail

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Fully Guided Coach Group Rail Scenic Bernina Express Glacier Express Jungfrau Railway
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 Trip Length
13 Days
 Trip Starts
Zurich
 Trip Finishes
Geneva
13 Day Switzerland by Rail Itinerary (APT)
Countries Explored: Switzerland
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Rail Journey
Departures
Accommodation
4 - 4.5 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
EULST13

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on APT's 13 Day Switzerland by Rail. Traverse Switzerland’s iconic scenery by rail with luxurious journeys aboard the Bernina Express, Glacier Express and the Golden Pass. Enjoy the added benefit of your luggage chauffeured from one hotel to the next throughout your journey.

Itinerary

Arrive before 1.30pm, where we'll meet you on arrival. An afternoon orientation discovery is on the cards, followed by a welcome reception. Stay: Zurich Marriott Hotel

You will be well looked after throughout your journey with our special baggage transfer service, which means we'll take care of the heavy lifting as your bags are chauffeured from one hotel to the next. Journey to Lucerne and set out on a walking exploration of the city. You'll then continue to your hotel in Engelberg, perched high in the mountains at the foot of Mt Titlis. Stay Two Nights: Kempinski Palace Engelberg (B/D)

This morning board a cable car and ascend to Mt Titlis, located 3,020 metres above sea level. Visit the glacier cave, a walkway that descends ten metres below the surface of the only glacier in the region. You can then take in the breathtaking views on Europe's highest suspension bridge.

Later, enjoy free time to relax at your hotel and enjoy the charming village of Engelberg. (B)

Embark on an exciting rail journey through the Gotthard Base Tunnel to Lugano. Upon arrival into Lugano, enjoy a special experience. Stay Two Nights: Lugano, Hotel Swiss Diamond or similar (B/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • Visit Tenuta Castello di Morcote, a farm and wine estate located on a promontory entirely surrounded by Lake Lugano. View the estate's terraced vineyards, olive groves and Morcote Castle, which was built in the 15th century. You'll then enjoy a wine tasting experience.

Soak up the pleasant year-round climate in this holiday resort town. Cruise the peaceful waters of Lake Lugano, then it's time to ascend the peak of Monte Bre, which rewards you with sensational views over Lugano. The evening has been kept free for you to explore at your own pace. (B)

Cross the border into Italy's Tirano by coach, where you'll join your first-class rail journey aboard the Bernina Express. Take in the panoramic views as you travel to St Moritz. Stay: St Moritz, Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains or similar (B/D)

Another day brings another incredible rail adventure. Board the Glacier Express to experience a journey from the Bernina Range to the Matterhorn. During the ride, you'll cross more than 200 bridges and countless tunnels as you traverse the Alps in style, before arriving in Zermatt. Stay Two Nights: Zermatt, Hotel Monte Rosa (B/L/D)

Take a ride on the Gornergrat Railway for the best views of the towering Matterhorn. (B)

Signature Experiences:
  • Later, you'll meet a local mountaineer, who will share with you their stories of their conquests and what life is like living in the mountains.

Farewell Zermatt as you board your train bound for Spiez.

Upon arrival in to Spiez, you will board a lake cruise and travel along the picturesque alpine Lake Thun to Interlaken. From Interlaken you will travel by train to the quintessential Swiss resort village of Grindelwald. Here you will stay in a traditional hotel with rooms offering stunning views over Eiger mountain. Stay Two Nights: Grindelwald, Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof (B)

Your rail journey today is an epic one, as you travel to the top of Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. There's nowhere better to feel like you're on top of the world. (B/D)

Travel to Interlaken where you will board your scenic glass-dome first-class journey aboard the GoldenPass. First the train runs along the river Aare, then proceed past lush green valley farmland of the Simmen Valley, before climbing to the line's highest point at 1,279 metres above sea level into the heartland of the Berner Oberland. Arrive in Montreux with time to relax before dinner. Stay: Montreux, Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic in a guaranteed Lake View Room (B/D)

Set out on a brief orientation tour of Montreux then travel to Geneva.

Later tonight, come together for a farewell dinner. Stay: Geneva, Hotel President Wilson (B/D)

Be transferred to the airport. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Meet a mountaineer in Zermatt
  • Enjoy a special wine experience in Lugano
  • First-class rail journeys aboard the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express

  • Experiences in 13 destinations
  • Freedom of Choice Inclusions
  • Expert Tour Director
  • Transfers, hotel and rail porterage and gratuities

  • 20 included meals over the course of your trip.

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
  • Prices are for land/rail only. Flights not included unless specified

Trip Reviews (2) Most Recent 'Switzerland by Rail' Reviews

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Switzerland is Amazing 1 , WA, Australia, Jul 2023
Switzerland by Rail was a great insight into Switzerland and well worth a fortnight holiday in one country. However, APT left a lot to be desired and I will personally not travel with them again. Fabulous hotels, but as a Solo traveller (hence pays a big single supplement), always seemed to get a very small back room. I kept feeling that APT were cutting ...read more costs. The meals were acceptable but always a set menu, take it or leave it, no choices. One tiny glass of wine included in the dinner was pathetic as that, on most occasions, was finished before the meal was even served. Again, cutting costs at our expense.
Wished for nothing 4 , QLD, Australia, Sep 2019
Our APT Swiss Rail adventure was a truly great adventure. The organisation went like clock work, the scenery was spectacular, the accommodation was excellent plus. Our guide Colin was entertaining, informative and went out of his way to ensure the tour went without a hitch. Thank you Yvonne for your assistance as always.

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