F&E EUROPE_SCENIC SWITZERLAND by TRAIN 9Days Period 2024-2025

Scenic Switzerland by Train 

Zurich to Zurich

Meals

Breakfast: 8 Lunch: 0 Dinner: 3

Transport

Touring by Standard / First-class train

Accommodation

Rooms with private bath or shower. Includes hotel taxes, tips and service charges

Itineray

DAY 1:  ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND.

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Zurich with the help of the CosmosGO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions. (D) 

DAY 2:  ZURICH-LUCERNE. 

Board the train for your journey from Zurich to Lucerne. Lucerne is one of Switzerland's most idyllic medieval cities, surrounded by a beautiful lake and nestled amidst snow-capped Alps. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the delights of this charming city such as the famous wooden bridge or the picturesque town centre. Alternatively, sign up for an optional excursion. Today's Distance: 37 mi/ 60 km (B)

DAY 3:  LUCERNE-INTERLAKEN-GOLDENPASS MOB PANORAMIC TRAIN TO MONTREUX-LAUSANNE.

Depart Lucerne on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express. Cross Brunig Pass en route to Interlaken and spend some time strolling through the quaint streets. From Interlaken, take the GoldenPass panoramic train for your unforgettable journey to Montreux, then continue to Lausanne. Today's Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km (B)

DAY 4:  LAUSANNE-MONTREUX-TASCH-ZERMATT AREA. 

Depart for the delightful Swiss mountain region of Zermatt. En route, stop to visit the town of Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, surrounded by vineyards against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered Alps. Enjoy some free time or maybe join an optional guided excursion to Chillon Castle before continuing by train to Zermatt. Today's Distance: 109 mi/ 175 km (B,D)

DAY 5:  ZERMATT. GORNERGRAT EXCURSION. 

An included excursion takes you to the famous Gornergrat, travelling on board Europe's highest rack railway. The views of the Matterhorn from its summit are nothing short of spectacular. The rest of the day is at leisure in Zermatt-with a variety of interesting shops, cafes, bars, and picturesque streets to explore. (B)

DAY 6:  ZERMATT AREA-GLACIER EXPRESS-ST. MORITZ.

The train journey today aboard the spectacular Glacier Express is without a doubt one of the main highlights of the tour. Enjoy unforgettable views as you make your way through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Alps on the direct route to the world-famous mountain resort of St. Moritz. This picture-perfect town is more than just a holiday resort. It was also the birthplace of Alpine winter tourism (in 1864) and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. Stretch your legs this evening, and admire the beautiful chalets decorated with gorgeous geraniums. Today's Distance: 174 mi/ 280 km (B,D)

DAY 7:  ST. MORITZ. BERNINA EXPRESS EXCURSION TO TIRANO, ITALY. 

Take the Bernina Express train (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to Tirano and back for one of Europe's most spectacular and breathtaking train rides. Travel across the lofty Bernina Pass via the Swiss Poschiavo area to Tirano in the Italian Valtellina, witnessing an array of beautiful mountain streams, glaciers, and alpine scenery along the way. Today's Distance: 75 mi/ 120 km (B)

DAY 8:  ST. MORITZ-ZURICH.

Leave St. Moritz for the journey back to Zurich. Enjoy some time at leisure and take a stroll around the city centre. Perhaps indulge in some chocolate tasting or follow the course of the river Limmat until it reaches the banks of Lake Zurich. Today's Distance: 137 mi/ 220 km (B)

DAY 9:  ZURICH.

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)