Grand Train Tour of Switzerland
Discover Majestic Switzerland
on an 11-day Avanti Destinations Grand Train Tour that highlights the country's scenic trains, greatest cities and mountaintops en route from Zurich to Lucerne.
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Grand Train Tour Overview
Zurich
Snowcapped mountains, glistening lakes and alpine villages await on Avanti Destinations’ Grand Train Tour of Switzerland. The journey begins in Zurich and travels along Switzerland’s stunningly scenic rail routes. Stops include enchanting resort towns and cities, such as Interlaken, Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz, Lugano and Lucerne.
Interlaken
Aboard the train from Zurich, you’ll cross the picturesque Brunig Pass on the way to Interlaken. From there, board the Jungfrau Railway and soar to Jungfraujoch, perched more than 10,000 feet up in the snowy Alps. It’s home to the highest railway station in Europe and boasts awe-inspiring views of the 14-mile-long Aletsch glacier.
Montreux
Leaving Interlaken, this grand train tour of Switzerland takes you past villages tucked into verdant valleys surrounded by snowy peaks before emerging from a tunnel to breathtaking views of Lake Geneva and the resort town of Montreux.
Zermatt
Next, journey from Montreux to the ski town of Zermatt, nestled at the foot of the famed Matterhorn. From there, ride Europe’s highest open-air cog railway to the summit of Gornergrat for panoramic views of the surrounding Alps.
Glacier Express
Leaving Zermatt on board the renowned Glacier Express, the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland whisks you past some of the country’s most amazing scenery. Glide over the 6,670-foot-tall Oberalp Pass and through the stunning Rhine Gorge (dubbed the Swiss Grand Canyon) on your way to luxurious St. Moritz.
Bernina Express
The next leg of the trip brings a ride on the Bernina Express—over spiral viaducts and through winding tunnels—on the way to Lugano. From there, the journey continues on to Lucerne, where you can cross the lake on a historic paddle steamer and ride the steepest cogwheel train in the world.
Lucerne
All along the way to Lucerne, enjoy the comfort of knowing all the details are taken care of and included on the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland. You’ll even get a complimentary Swiss Travel Pass with discounts on restaurants, museums and other attractions.
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