Glacier Express Journey in Switzerland

The Glacier Express train ride crosses 291 bridges, passes through 91 tunnels and masters the 2,033 metre high Oberalp pass. Travel in style on the new Glacier Express with its panoramic windows. You can do some mountain walking or simply relax in the surroundings of the Matterhorn.

Suggested Itinerary:

DAY 1: ARRIVE IN ST MORITZ
Begin your Switzerland travel arrangements with travel by rail from Zurich or Geneva airport or from any Swiss border to St. Moritz.

DAY 2 GLACIER EXPRESS TO ZERMATT (B)
Board the famous Glacier Express and journey to Zermatt. Lunch in the dining car is recommended. Next three nights in Zermatt with accommodation and daily breakfast.

DAY 3 ZERMATT (B)
Take an optional excursion by cogwheel rail to the Gornergrat. Overnight in Zermatt.

DAY 4 DEPART ZERMATT (B)
Travel from Zermatt by rail to any Swiss border or to Zurich or Geneva airport. Alternatively, extend your Switzerland travel journey with additional night’s accommodation.

This itinerary may also be travelled in reverse.

Typical Inclusions:
• A Swiss Rail Card with 3 first-class rail transfers (Swiss airport/border to St. Moritz, St.Moritz to Zermatt and Zermatt to Swiss border/airport or vice versa)
• 3 nights accommodation in your choice of 3 or 4 star hotel in a room with private facilities, including breakfast daily,
• service charges and taxes
• A reserved seat on Glacier Express (Lunch on Glacier Express can be arranged at an extra charge)

Prices and departures may vary please contact your Concierge Traveller Advisor for more information

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