All highlights on one single route.
The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland merges all panoramic lines into one breathtaking route. Year-round, this train ride of 1,280 kilometres leads from the most charming Swiss cities to Alpine hotspots, through UNESCO World Heritage Sites and past word-famous sights and landmarks.
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$ 2398.00
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Land package valid 11 Dec 2022 - 31 March 2023. Black out dates: 20-28 Dec 2022.
All prices quoted are in Singapore Dollar per person and hotel stay on twin share basics.
Prices may subject to change without prior notice.
Upon arrival at Zurich airport, individual travel by train to Lucerne and proceed to your hotel for check-in. Surrounded by famous peaks and set on the majestic lake of the same name, Lucerne is often seen as quintessential Switzerland. The romantic old town is perfect for a late afternoon stroll: don't miss the Chapel Bridge, with paintings in the eaves dating back to the Middle Ages, or the charming shops and restaurants along the lakeside.
Overnight in Lucerne.
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Day 2-3 - Lucerne - Interlaken
Board the train to Interlaken. Interlaken sits in the heart of the Bernese Oberland and the Swiss Alps. It is the gateway to the Jungfrau region with the famous peaks Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. Interlaken nestles between the two beautiful lakes of Thun and Brienz at the foot of the Jungfrau massif. There is so much to do in Interlaken and the surrounding area; consider a mountain excursion to the Jungfraujoch or Schilthorn (optional).
Overnight stay in Interlaken.
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Day 4 - Interlaken - Brig
Transfer by rail to Brig. This lovely old town is dotted with stately homes and cozy inns. The lively main street is great for shopping and the Stockalper palace is one of the most important baroque palaces in Switzerland.
Overnight stay in Brig.
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Day 5 - Zermatt
Full day excursion to Zermatt, the famous resort which is home to the mighty Matterhorn. Consider a mountain excursion to the top of Gornegrat (optional) for the most impressive views or to the frozen magical world of the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. Surrounded by amazing scenery with the iconic Matterhorn as a backdrop - Zermatt has it all!
Overnight stay in Brig.
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Day 6 - Brig - Chur (Glacier Express)
Today you will board the Glacier Express and discover the many highlights along the Glacier Express route. The trip between Brig and Chur is unforgettable. Surrounded by a fantastic mountain panorama, the journey leads eastwards into the Upper Rhone valley which reaches 1366m at Oberwald, passing Andermatt onwards to the Oberlap Pass before winding its way upwards to 2034m (the highest point of the journey). The journey continues on a decent along the Rhine valley to Chur at 595m (the lowest point of the route). The landscapes looks very dramatic in the Rhone gorge between llanz and Reichenau. The journey ends in Chur, the capital of the canton of Graubunden and the largest town along the route.
Overnight stay in Chur.
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Day 7 - Chur - Poschiavo (Bernina Express)
Board the Bernina Express for a journey along magical winter scenery. Experience the one-of-a-kind mountain landscape of the Swiss Alps on this spectacular train journey across viaducts and bridges and through tunnels and ancient gorges. From the icy peaks of the Canton of Graubunden and the Morteratsch Glacier (where the ascent up the Bernina Express begins) to Lago Bianco which at this time of year is covered in snow. Soon after, reach the highest point of 2253m at Ospizio Bernina. The dramatic descent down via Alp Grum offers magnificent views of the Pali Glacier. Finishing in the Italian-speaking Swiss town of Poschiavo. Option to return directly by regional train to Chur or stop in St Moritz for a few hours before continuing back to Chur.
Overnight stay in Chur.
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Day 8 - Departure Zurich
Individual return journey from Chur to Zurich airport for your onwards flight.
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Terms & Conditions
Land package valid 11 Dec 2022 - 31 Mar 2023. Black out dates: 20-28 Dec 2022.
Tours are self-guided.
Prices is for one person on twin-sharing basis.
Prices exclude tips & other personal expenses.
Prices are correct as of the date of print and subject to changes due to fluctuations of currency exchange, airport taxes, and fuel surcharges.
Hotel rooms are subject to availability during peak season public holiday and school holidays. To be advised at the time of booking.
All passengers are responsible for obtaining the appropriate visa, vaccinations and health certificates and carry a passport with minimum validity of 6 months.
Package includes
7 nights accommodation
Daily breakfast
Excursion Zermatt (non-guided)
1st class rail ticket with seat reservation on Glacier Express and Bernina Express
50% discount on additional rail tickets, buses, boats and some mountain excursion