Our own twist on Switzerland's scenic railways, and our best-selling Rail Tour more than 10 years in a row. Discover the most authentic Swiss villages and magnificent views from luxurious panoramic trains. We've included all trains we think are worth travelling to Switzerland for, plus hand-picked authentic hotels that we know rail travellers like to stay at during their trip. Enjoy the best that Switzerland has to offer with our tailormade itineraries, daily guides and live support during this once in a lifetime experience by rail!
 

Day 1 - to Switzerland

Starting at your preferred station or airport in Europe, travel by comfortable high-speed and intercity trains to Lausanne on Lake Geneva. Accommodation in a modern hotel in the city center.

Day 2 - GoldenPass to Lauterbrunnen

The GoldenPass Express climbs from Lake Geneva through the Bernese Oberland mountains to Interlaken. An aperitif will be served at your seat (1st class only!). A local mountain train takes you to Lauterbrunnen, where you stay in a typically Swiss family-owned hotel.

Day 3 - Jungfrau area

Day off in the Jungfrau region with two possible day trips: the Schilthorn observatory by cable car via the car-free village of Mürren, or to the Jungfraujoch by Europe’s highest railroad. Read all about the Jungfraujoch railroad and activities at the Top of Europe.

Day 4 - Lake Lucerne & Gotthard to Lugano

The Luzern-Interlaken Express travels through the forest-covered Brünig Pass to Luzern where you board the paddle steamer boat across Lake Lucerne. The spectacular Gotthard Panorama Express takes you over the famous Gotthard Pass to Lugano. Stay in an Italian-style hotel in Lugano between the train station and the lake.

Day 5 - Bernina Express to Bergün

By Bernina Express Bus and Bernina Express train through the Italian lake district and high-altitude Bernina Pass to Bergün. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery through full-length panoramic windows. Accommodation in Bergün is in the beautifully restored Kurhaus Spa Hotel (when available). 

Optional break in Bergün
For a more relaxed itinerary we reccommend booking an extra night in Bergün. Enjoy the classic hotel's spa facilities, enjoy a walk to the famous Landwasser viaduct or take a historic train with 1930’s coaches to Davos.

Day 6 - Glacier Express to Zermatt

The Glacier Express, the world’s slowest Express train, takes you through the Rhine Gorge and over the Oberalp Pass to Zermatt. A three-course lunch (included) and drinks are served at your seat. Accommodations in Zermatt in a traditional Swiss family-owned hotel.

Day 7 - Zermatt & Gornergrat

Enjoy a day off in Zermatt, with plenty of time to explore this beautiful car-free city that tourists have been visiting for over a century. Book the optional day trip by Gornergrat railway to see the world-famous Matterhorn mountains. 

Day 8 - return trip

Enjoy one last scenic train ride from Zermatt over the Lotschberg Pass to Basel or Zurich. From there, high-speed trains take you to the station or airport of your choice. A post-trip night in Basel or Zurich can be booked if necessary; please contact our travel agents.

Other Swiss Rail Tours

The Panorama rail tour is our custom-made selection of Switzerland's most scenic railways.

• For an extended Toyur  in which even more scenic trains of Switzerland are also included see our Swiss Grand Train Tour.
• For a shorter railtour with only the Bernina Express and Glacier Express trains, see our Glacier and Bernina Express Rail Tour