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Switzerland by Rail

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Operated by APT
Tripcode: EULST13
Travel Expo 2025
Overview
Destination:
Switzerland
Start:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Geneva, Switzerland
Duration:13 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Travel Period
July 2025 - September 2026
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Zurich → Geneva

Delve into  Switzerland’s spellbinding alpine scenery by rail with extraordinary journeys aboard the Bernina Express, Glacier Express and GoldenPass Express. 

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Standard inclusions
  • Experiences in 11 destinations
  • Freedom of Choice Inclusions
  • A total of 20 meals
  • Expert Tour Director
  • Transfers, hotel and rail porterage and gratuities
  • Meet a mountaineer in Zermatt
  • Visit Tenuta Castello di Morcote wine estate for a tour and wine tasting
  • Rail journeys aboard the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express  
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Day 1 - Arrive Zürich

Arrive before 1.30pm, where we’ll meet you on arrival. An afternoon orientation discovery is on the cards, followed by a welcome reception. 

Day 2 - Zürich, Lucerne, Engelberg

You will be well looked after throughout your journey with a special baggage transfer service, which means we’ll take care of the heavy lifting as your bags are chauffeured from one hotel to the next. Journey to Lucerne and set out on a walking exploration of the city. You’ll then continue to your hotel in Engelberg, perched high in the mountains at the foot of Mt Titlis.

Day 3 - Engelberg, Mt Titlis

This morning board a cable car and ascend to Mt Titlis, located 3,020 metres above sea level. Visit the glacier cave, a walkway that descends ten metres below the surface of the only glacier in the region. You can then take in the breathtaking views on Europe’s highest suspension bridge. Later, enjoy free time to relax at your hotel and enjoy the charming village of Engelberg.

Day 4 - Engelberg, Lugano

Embark on an exciting rail journey through the Gotthard Base Tunnel to Lugano. Upon arrival into Lugano, enjoy a special experience.

Signature Experience - Morcote Castle Wine Tour Visit Tenuta Castello di Morcote, a farm and wine estate located on a promontory entirely surrounded by Lake Lugano. View the estate’s terraced vineyards, olive groves and Morcote Castle, which was built in the 15th century. You’ll then enjoy a wine tasting experience.

Day 5 - Lugano

Soak up the pleasant year-round climate in this holiday resort town. Cruise the peaceful waters of Lake Lugano, then it’s time to ascend the peak of Monte Brè, which rewards you with sensational views over Lugano. The evening has been kept free for you to explore at your own pace.

Day 6 - Lugano, Tirano, St. Moritz

Cross the border into Italy’s Tirano by coach, where you’ll join your rail journey aboard the Bernina Express. Take in the panoramic views as you travel to St. Moritz. 

Day 7 - St. Moritz, Zermatt

Another day brings another incredible rail adventure. Board the Glacier Express to experience a journey from the Bernina Range to the Matterhorn. During the ride, you’ll cross more than 200 bridges and countless tunnels as you traverse the Alps in style, before arriving in Zermatt.

Day 8 - Zermatt

Take a ride on the Gornergrat Railway for the best views of the towering Matterhorn. 

Signature Experience - Meet a Local Mountaineer  Later, you’ll meet a local mountaineer, who will share stories of their conquests and what life is like living in the mountains.  

Day 9 - Zermatt, Spiez, Wengen

Farewell Zermatt as you board your train bound for Spiez. Upon arrival into Spiez, you will board a lake cruise and travel along the picturesque alpine Lake Thun to Interlaken. From Interlaken you will travel by train to the quintessential Swiss resort village of Wengen.

Day 10 - Wengen, Jungfraujoch

Your rail journey today is an epic one, as you travel to the top of Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. There’s nowhere better to feel like you’re on top of the world.

Day 11 - Wengen, Montreux

Travel to Interlaken, where you will embark on a scenic rail journey aboard the glass-domed GoldenPass Express. First, the train runs along the Aare River before passing the lush green farmland of the Simmen Valley and climbing to the line’s highest point at 1,279 metres above sea level into the heart of the Bernese Oberland. Arrive in Montreux with time to relax before dinner.

Day 12 - Montreux, Geneva

Set out on a brief orientation tour of Montreux, then travel to Geneva. Here, you will embark on a one-hour cruise along the breathtaking shores of Lake Geneva. Take in unrivalled views of Mont-Blanc, the United Nations Office at Geneva, iconic landmarks, famous villas, and beautiful parks and gardens. Later tonight, come together for a farewell dinner.

Day 13 - Depart Geneva

Be transferred to the airport.

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APT

APT Luxury Travel offers all-inclusive, all taken care of and all-inspiring luxury cruises, tours and rail journeys. As Australia’s largest family-owned tour and cruise company, we are committed to delivering unforgettable travel experiences to our valued guests. What began as just a vision, over 90 years ago, has now grown into a proud global business, demonstrating the power of dreaming fully.

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