Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - Journey of Discovery
Overview
Explore Switzerland the easy way with a stress-free, expertly curated rail tour. Ride legendary trains like the Glacier Express, GoldenPass Express, and Bernina Express, soaking in breathtaking alpine views. Enjoy handpicked stays in top destinations such as Lucerne, Interlaken, and Zermatt—with extended time to relax or join optional excursions. Travel with a professional tour guide and enjoy the perfect blend of structure and freedom. Ideal for solo travelers and anyone wanting to experience Switzerland without the hassle of planning.
Format
Locations
- Zurich
- Interlaken
- Montreux
- Zermatt
- St. Moritz
- Lugano
- Lucerne
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Zurich (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- 10 nights of accommodation
- 10 breakfasts
- Rail ticket in 1st class
- Luggage transportation from Zurich to Lucerne (6 transfers)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Seat reservation on Lucerne-Interlaken Express
- Seat reservation on Golden Pass Express (Interlaken – Montreux)
- Seat reservation on Glacier Express (Zermatt – St. Moritz)
- Seat reservation on Bernina Express (St. Moritz – Tirano)
- Seat reservation on Gotthard Panorama Express (Lugano- Lucerne)
- Private bus from Tirano to Lugano
- 50% discount on additional rail tickets (local transport) and certain mountain excursions
- Earn Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Zurich.
Day 2
Welcome to Zurich
After arriving at the airport and collecting your luggage, enjoy your first day exploring Switzerland’s largest city at your own pace. Later, meet your fellow travelers at the hotel.
Day 3
Zurich – Lucerne – Interlaken
Meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby and head to Zurich’s main train station to catch the regional train to Lucerne. After a brief visit in Lucerne, continue your journey on the scenic Lucerne–Interlaken Express, crossing the Brünig Pass and passing picturesque waterfalls en route to Interlaken.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Interlaken – At Leisure
Enjoy a leisurely day with no set plans to explore Interlaken at your own pace. Your tour guide will be available to suggest local activities and excursions
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Interlaken – Montreux: GoldenPass Express
Travel in style on the GoldenPass Express through the dramatic landscapes of the Pays d’Enhaut, passing charming villages before arriving in lakeside Montreux.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Montreux – Zermatt
Continue your journey to the alpine village of Zermatt, nestled at the base of the iconic Matterhorn. Spend a relaxing afternoon discovering this scenic mountain resort.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Zermatt – At Leisure
Enjoy a full day at your leisure in Zermatt
($) Optional Activities
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Out and About
The Gornergrat Railway or the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise are available and highly recommended.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Zermatt – St. Moritz: Glacier Express
Embark on the famous Glacier Express for a stunning ride through the heart of the Alps to St. Moritz. This unforgettable route showcases dramatic valleys and majestic mountain scenery.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
St. Moritz – Tirano – Lugano: Bernina Express
Board the Bernina Express for a spectacular journey over spiraling viaducts and through twisting tunnels to Tirano, Italy. From there, a private coach takes you into the southern Swiss region of Ticino.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 10
Lugano – Lucerne: Gotthard Panorama Express
Spend your final day at leisure in beautiful Lucerne. Your tour guide can offer tips on how to make the most of your time in the city and its surroundings.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 11
Lucerne – At Leisure
Spend your final day at leisure in beautiful Lucerne. Your tour guide can offer tips on how to make the most of your time in the city and its surroundings.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 12
Lucerne - Zurich - Return to Canada
After breakfast, take your train transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
4-Star Accommodation
Location
Hotel
Room details
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a superior room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Thursday departures
- July 17 & 24, 2025
- August 14 & 28, 2025
- September 4, 2025
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Not Included:
- Meals, unless specified
- Hotel porterage
- Personal expenses
- Transfers
- Local Taxes
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package, but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
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For the July 24 departure, the Bernina Express will be substituted with a regional train.
Included Luggage Transfers between hotels:
- Day 3 – Zurich to Interlaken
- Day 5 – Interlaken to Montreux
- Day 6 – Montreux to Zermatt
- Day 8 – Zermatt to St. Moritz
- Day 9 – St. Moritz to Lugano
- Day 10 – Lugano to Lucerne
Guests will be responsible for transporting their own luggage to the first hotel upon arrival, and from the final hotel to the airport at the end of the tour. Throughout the journey, however, the luggage transfers between destinations will be handled by the ground handler, providing a seamless and hassle-free experience.
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The order of the itinerary may change, operate in reverse, sequence of overnights could vary, due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.