- find out more
switzerland Tours Grand Tour of Switzerland
Grand Tour of Switzerland
Explore mighty mountains, serene lakes and quaint towns on this comprehensive Swiss rail holiday, travelling on board the Glacier, Bernina and Gotthard Panorama Express.
- Style: Self Guided Rail
- Duration: 15 days/14 nights
- Starts in: Zurich
Guide Price £2152
per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Highlights:
- Montreaux
- Lucerne
- St Moritz
- Lugano
Itinerary:
Day 1 Zurich to Interlaken
Arrive into Zurich and take your first rail journey to the mountain resort of Interlaken.
Days 2-3 Interlaken
Explore the beautiful scenery of the Bernese Oberland. With your included Swiss Travel Pass, take a leisurely cruise across the idyllic lakes of Brienz and Thun, stopping at the quaint lakeside villages.
Days 4-5 Interlaken to Montreux
Join the Golden Pass train for Montreux, set on the shores of Lake Geneva. Spend a day cruising the lake on board a traditional steamboat, getting off in Lausanne to explore the medieval streets before the short train journey back to Montreaux.
Days 6-7 Zermatt
After a leisurely morning, take the train to Zermatt. Surrounded by awe-inspiring mountains, including the famous Matterhorn, Zermatt offers the chance to get up into the mountains. Be sure to take the Klein Matterhorn cable car to Europe’s highest sightseeing spot.
Day 8 Zermatt to St Moritz
A real highlight awaits today, as you take the iconic Glacier Express. Settle into your First Class carriage and admire unforgettable views through the domed panoramic windows while indulging in a three course lunch.
Day 9 St Moritz
Home of the prestigious Snow Polo World Cup, St Moritz is a glamorous resort town. Perhaps enjoy a peaceful cruise across the town’s namesake lake, encircled by picturesque alpine mountains or browse the boutique lined streets.
Day 10 St Moritz to Lugano
Board the Bernina Express, perhaps Switzerland’s most scenic route, passing snow-capped mountains and crossing into Italy en route to the quaint town of Tirano. Change onto the Bernina Express Bus for a comfortable drive back into Switzerland and onto Lugano.
Day 11 Lugano
So close to Italy, Lugano will feel as if you’re staying in the Italian Lakes. Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine and take a scenic cruise across Lake Lugano, marvelling at the towering mountains that surround the glistening waters.
Day 12 Lugano to Lucerne
Today, embark on a wonderful journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express. On reaching Fluelen, board an elegant boat for a leisurely 2½ hour cruise across beautiful Lake Lucerne.
Days 13-14 Lucerne
Spend two days exploring the outdoor adventure playground surrounding Lucerne. Take the Mount Rigi cable car for stunning vistas and perhaps join the world’s steepest cogwheel railway up Mount Pilatus. At the summit, Switzerland’s longest toboggan run awaits, along with enthralling hikes.
Day 15 Lucerne to Zurich
Take your final train journey back to Zurich for your onward flight.
Prices
per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Inclusions
- First Class Glacier Express with reserved seating and a 3 course meal
- First Class Bernina Express with reserved seating
- First Class Gotthard Panorama Express with reserved seating
- 15 Day First Class Swiss Travel Pass, including First Class rail between Zurich and Interlaken, Lucerne and Zurich
- 14 nights 3
accommodation - 4 breakfast
- Mount Rigi Mountain Excursion
- Lake Geneva Steamboat Cruise
- Lake Brienz Cruise
- Lake Thun Cruise
- Lake Lugano Cruise
Not Included
- International flights
New offers every day
We negotiate new offers daily from discounted flights, tours and vehicle hire to free upgrades, added value and unique inclusions. Please call for our latest offers.
Flights
As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.
Your Trailfinders travel consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour. Please call for our latest offers.
Unmissable Experiences
Don't miss out - secure your place on the world's must do experiences before you go.
We offer hundreds of unforgettable experiences all round the globe, from city-tours to bridge climbs, balloon flights to whale watching cruises.
Take a look at the local tours we offer along the way and ask your Trailfinders consultant to add them to your itinerary for you.
Speak to a Travel Expert
We believe booking online is no substitute for one-on-one service. Between them our expert travel consultants have travelled to over 96% of the world's countries. As a result the service and advice they offer is second to none.
Don't miss out
Sign up for our Email and be the first to hear about our Top Offers and Travel
Inspiration
The TF Blog
The news and our views on all the top stories in travel
YOUR TRAVEL PLANS ALWAYS TO HAND, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME - YOUR ESSENTIAL TRAVEL COMPANION
Our free Viewtrail App stores your essential travel information in one secure place, ensuring we are with you from start to finish.
- View your travel plans on or offline, wherever and whenever you wish
- Live flight notifications - real time information as you travel
- Online check-in links and pre-tour notifications
- Luggage allowance
- Mapped places of interest - restaurants, shops, stations...plus route guidance back to your hotel
- View e-vouchers and export them to your Apple wallet
- Secure access to booking history, profile and insurance contact information
- One touch emergency contact 365/24/7
- Add to calendar function
- Countdown to travel
- Local time, weather, translator and exchange rate calculator