Scenic Switzerland by Rail
May 12 - 22, 2027
9 DAY TOUR FROM ZÜRICH TO ZÜRICH
This Scenic Switzerland by Train tour is the perfect way to see Switzerland’s breathtaking mountains, charming mountain resorts, fascinating old towns, and beautiful lakes—all while you relax aboard Switzerland’s famous trains. You’ll overnight in Zurich, Lucerne, Lausanne, the Zermatt area, and St. Moritz. One of the highlights of this Switzerland train tour is the train journey aboard the Glacier Express from Zermatt, a picturesque cluster of rustic chalets beneath the majestic Matterhorn, to glitzy St.Moritz, one of the world’s most famous resorts. From your carriage windows, marvel at the thundering waterfalls, impressive snow-capped peaks, glacial ice fields, lush meadows, and picture-perfect villages. On this Switzerland train tour, you’ll also love the journey aboard the Bernina Express (aka, the red train) from St Moritz to Tirano, Italy. Traveling on the highest railway across the Alps, you’ll witness glistening glaciers, stunning mountain streams, and alpine scenery, through tunnels and over bridges that are engineering masterpieces! But that’s not all…in Zermatt you’ll also experience the Gornergrat cog railway, Europe’s highest. You’ll cross remarkable bridges, pass through tunnels along rocky ravines and beautiful lakes. The views of the Matterhorn from the top are nothing short of spectacular! Another celebrated rail journey you’ll experience on this tour through Switzerland is aboard the Golden Pass Panoramic train to Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva and known as the “Swiss Riviera.” You’ll feel immersed in the landscapes passing you by. Stunning scenery and thrilling train rides…there’s no better way to see scenic Switzerland! So, grab your camera and get ready for an amazing, value-minded adventure!
Itinerary
Wed, May 12
Thu, May 13
Fri, May 14: Zurich
Sat, May 15: Lucerne
Sun, May 16: Lausanne
Mon, May 17: Zermatt
Tue, May 18: Zermatt
Wed, May 19: St. Moritz
Thu, May 20: St. Moritz
Fri, May 21: Zurich
Sat, May 22: Zurich
Full Itinerary
Pricing
Starting from $4,249 per person*
*Prices are in USD and includes all taxes & port charges. Travel insurance, extra nights, airport transfers and airfare are additional. Please inquire. Deposit amount is $250 Per Person, nonrefundable and is due at time of booking. Final Payment due on March 15, 2027.
A full quote will be provided upon receiving your registration form. Your reservation will not be confirmed until you have approved the quote and paid the required deposit.
NOTES
To make your train journey more comfortable, one piece of luggage will be transferred from one hotel to the next.
This rail tour requires guests to walk between hotels and train stations. Uneven terrain and stairs in some train stations and included experiences may pose challenges for guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. High altitudes may be challenging for some guests. Maximum elevation is 10,100 ft. (3086 m) at Gornergrat and 5,978 ft (1,822 m) at St. Moritz.TOUR DIRECTOR
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Fiorenza Vable
Escorting tours for more than 20 years
Incredible skiing on the Swiss Alps and delicious chocolate are not the only reasons for visiting Switzerland. The train rides through the beauty of lakes, mountains, villages, and valleys; tasting wine in the cellars of a historical castle where time seems to have stopped in the Lavaux area by Lake Geneva; getting up in the morning to admire the Matterhorn turning pink and gold during sunrise; meeting locals while enjoying a festival.These are the other reasons to come and visit what I call the "Real Switzerland."
HOTELS
After a day of traveling, you want to relax at a comfortable, clean, and attractive hotel. We select hotels with the best guestrooms (always with a private bathroom), service, and food for the money.
ZURICH
Ibis Zurich City West
Schiffbaustrasse 11 Zurich Switzerland
- SuperiorTourist-Class
This 155-room hotel is located in a trendy part of the city with convenient access to both the International airport and the train station, the ideal position from which to start or end a tour. All of the air-conditioned guest rooms come with Free Wi-Fi access. A daily breakfast is served and culinary delights can be enjoyed in the I-Bite bar or whilst relaxing on the sun terrace of the outdoor courtyard.
LUCERNE
Drei Koenige
Bruchstrasse 35 Luzern Switzerland
- SuperiorTourist-Class
The Garni Hotel Drei Koenige is situated in the heart of Lucerne and offers comfortable and spacious rooms with all the amenities of a three star hotel. The quiet location as well as the uniqueness of the art nouveau building makes your stay to a special experience. Many sightseeing places, the train station and the old town are close by. Besides, for the best start into the day a rich breakfast buffet is expecting you.
LAKE GENEVA
Alpha Palmiers
Rue Du Petit-Chene 34 Lausanne Switzerland
- SuperiorTourist-Class
Hotel Alpha Palmiers is located in the city center of Lausanne at 5 minutess walking from the train station and at 15 minutes from the lake.
ZERMATT
Gryffelblatte 4 Zermatt Switzerland
- SuperiorTourist-Class
Hotel Holiday enjoys a quiet location just an 8-minute walk from Zermatt's centre and only 200 metres from the Sunnegga Express, which takes you to the Sunnegga, Blauherd and Rothorn mountains.
Porta Cervino
Kantonsstrasse 129 Tasch Switzerland
- First-Class
This modern chalet-style 41-room hotel enjoys a central location close to Täsch train station, offering easy access to the renowned car free mountain village of Zermatt. The stylish rooms combine comfort with alpine elegance featuring warm wood tones, natural light and soft colors, the perfect cozy atmosphere in which to relax after an exciting day in the mountains. All guest rooms are equipped with an in-room safe, minibar and tea/coffee-making facilities. The hotel has an Italian inspored restaurant offering pizza and pasta dishes, there is also a bar and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.
Pollux
Bahnhofstrasse, 28 Zermatt Switzerland
- First-Class
Chalet style hotel with modern comforts and amenities, restaurant, sauna and solarium; located near the Gornergrat station.
ST. MORITZ
Hotel Baeren
Via Maistra 50 St.Moritz Switzerland
- SuperiorTourist-Class
The Bären Hotel is a 3-star hotel in St. Moritz with 60 rooms.
*Hotels are subject to change.

Your Advisor
Trey Tracy
Trey Tracy Travel

trey@treytracytravel.com
601-397-1446