Switzerland Grand Train Tour

Zurich - Schaffhausen - St. Gallen

Transfer from Zurich to St. Gallen (2 hours 50 minutes on the way) with a stop in Schaffhausen (Zurich - Schaffhausen 40 minutes, Schaffhausen - St. Gallen 1 hour 54 minutes)

Schaffhausen is one of the northernmost Swiss towns, which owes its origin to the Rhine Falls. The lively old town will appeal to shopping lovers, and a visit to the symbol of the city, the Muno Fortress, will give a wonderful view of the surroundings.

St. Gallen is one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland, closed to motor vehicles. Guests can stroll through the old part of the city, admiring its colorful facades, and visit the world-famous St. Gallen Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Recommended hotels in St. Gallen: Einstein St. Gallen 4*

St. Gallen - Rapperswil - Lucerne

Transfer from St. Gallen to Lucerne (2 hrs 15 mins) with a stop in Rapperswil (St. Gallen - Rapperswil 1 hr, Rapperswil - Lucerne 1 hr 15 mins)

Rapperswil is better known as the city of roses, because they bloom literally everywhere. Add to this the amazing medieval old town, Lake Zurich surrounded by mountains and you get a fairy tale for the whole family, in which you want to stay for a long time.

Lucerne, the pearl of Central Switzerland, is located on the shores of the lake of the same name, surrounded by picturesque mountains. Fabulous landscapes along with numerous attractions make it a tourist Mecca. Guests can take a sightseeing tour of Lucerne (2 hours), spend time shopping, take a boat ride on Lake Lucerne or climb one of the surrounding mountains.

Recommended hotels in Lucerne: Palace Luzern 5*, Des Balances 4*, Romantik Wilden mann 4*

Lucerne - Interlaken - Montreux

Transfer from Lucerne to Montreux (5 hours 8 minutes) with a stop in Interlaken (Lucerne - Interlaken 1 hour 50 minutes, Interlaken - Montreux 2 hours 15 minutes)
Interlaken got its name due to its location between two lakes - Brienz and Thun. And here is truly a real "Inter-lake"! Crystal mountain streams, gushing fountains, snow-capped peaks - all this is Interlaken and its surroundings. According to Mendelssohn: "Whoever has not seen the landscape of Interlaken does not know Switzerland. It is impossible to describe it, because words are powerless here..."

Montreux is a city that has captured the hearts of world-famous cultural figures: the Russian poet Vladimir Nabokov, the brilliant singer Freddie Mercury. Every year, talented jazzmen from all over the world come here to participate in the International Jazz Festival. Lovers of historical heritage should visit the nearby Chillon Castle.
Recommended hotels in Montreux: Fairmont Le Montreux Palace 5*, Royal Plaza 5*, Eden Palace au Lac 4*

Lucerne - Interlaken - Montreux

Transfer from Lucerne to Montreux (5 hours 8 minutes) with a stop in Interlaken (Lucerne - Interlaken 1 hour 50 minutes, Interlaken - Montreux 2 hours 15 minutes)
Interlaken got its name due to its location between two lakes - Brienz and Thun. And here is truly a real "Inter-lake"! Crystal mountain streams, gushing fountains, snow-capped peaks - all this is Interlaken and its surroundings. According to Mendelssohn: "Whoever has not seen the landscape of Interlaken does not know Switzerland. It is impossible to describe it, because words are powerless here..."

Montreux is a city that has captured the hearts of world-famous cultural figures: the Russian poet Vladimir Nabokov, the brilliant singer Freddie Mercury. Every year, talented jazzmen from all over the world come here to participate in the International Jazz Festival. Lovers of historical heritage should visit the nearby Chillon Castle.
Recommended hotels in Montreux: Fairmont Le Montreux Palace 5*, Royal Plaza 5*, Eden Palace au Lac 4*, Cervo Mountain Boutique Resort 5*,Walliserhof Swiss Quality Hotel 4*

Zermatt – St. Moritz

Transfer from Zermatt to St. Moritz on the famous Glacier Express (7 hours 58 minutes)

A trip on the slowest express train in the world will give you an unforgettable experience. The train passes through 91 tunnels and over 291 bridges, and thanks to the panoramic carriages, travelers will be able to see in detail the majestic mountain ranges, crystal clear lakes and fairytale traditional villages that they will pass by.

In St. Moritz, guests will be able to enjoy the wonderful climate and find an activity to their liking - be it shopping in luxury boutiques or extreme sports.

Recommended hotels in St. Moritz: Badrutt's Palace 5*, Grand Hotel Kempinski Des Bains 5*, Schweizerhof St. Moritz 4*

St. Moritz – Lugano

Transfer from St. Moritz to Lugano by Bernina Express (6 hrs 46 mins)
The Bernina Express crosses the Alps and passes through 55 tunnels and over 196 bridges. The Albula and Bernina railway lines, which cross the border with Italy, are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, thanks to such attractions as the Monterrat Glacier and the Brusio Spiral Viaduct.

In Lugano, guests will be pleasantly surprised by the pleasant Mediterranean climate, as well as an abundance of historical monuments, which can be explored during a sightseeing tour (2 hrs). As an important economic center, Lugano offers plenty of opportunities for lovers of nightlife.

Recommended hotels in Lugano: Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola 5*, Grand Hotel Eden 5*, Lugano Dante Center Swiss Quality 4*

Lugano – Lucerne

Transfer from Lugano to Lucerne on the Wilhelm Tell Express (5 hours 21 minutes)
The Wilhelm Tell Express combines a train journey with a boat cruise. Its route runs through two of the most beautiful regions of the country – Central Switzerland and the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino. The route includes an altitude difference of 470 to 1,100 meters and a passage through the 15-kilometer Gotthard Tunnel, built in the second half of the 19th century.
Recommended hotels in Lucerne: Palace Luzern 5*, Des Balances 4*, Romantik Wilden mann 4*.

Lucerne – Zurich

Transfer from Lucerne to Zurich (46 min.)
Zurich is the business capital of Switzerland and one of the largest European metropolises. This city boasts panoramic views of the Alps and the lake, many museums and galleries, international brand houses and designer houses, as well as the most exciting nightlife. Guests can go on a sightseeing tour of the city (2 hours), as well as visit nearby cities and attractions, such as the largest waterfall in Europe - the Rhine.

Zurich – Lucerne

Lucerne – Interlaken – Montreux

Montreux – Geneva

Lucerne – Interlaken – Montreux

Montreux – Martigny – Zermatt

Zermatt – Chur – St. Moritz

St. Moritz – Lugano – Lucerne

Zurich – Schaffhausen – St. Gallen – Lucerne

Lucerne - Interlaken

Interlaken - Montreux - Martigny - Zermatt

Zermatt - Chur - Zurich

Lugano - St. Moritz

St. Moritz - Zermatt

Zermatt - Martigny - Montreux

Montreux - Interlaken - Lucerne

Lucerne - Zurich