Itineraries
Switzerland Luxury Train Itinerary: Glacier Express and Beyond
An eight-day route connecting Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt and St. Moritz by Switzerland's most scenic trains.
By Elena Marković7 min read
Why travel Switzerland by train
Swiss trains are punctual, panoramic and perfectly connected to lake steamers, buses and cable cars. A single pass covers most journeys, and luggage can be sent ahead to your next hotel.
Days 1 to 2: Zurich and Lucerne
Arrive in Zurich, take a stroll along Lake Zurich and ride to Lucerne. Cruise the lake, cross Chapel Bridge and take the cogwheel railway up Mount Pilatus.
Days 3 to 4: Interlaken and Jungfrau
Travel via the Brünig line to Interlaken and journey to Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe. Spend a second day hiking Lauterbrunnen's waterfalls or paragliding.
Days 5 to 6: Zermatt
Take the scenic route to Zermatt, a car-free village below the Matterhorn. Ride the Gornergrat railway for panoramic glaciers.
Days 7 to 8: Glacier Express to St. Moritz
Board the Glacier Express in Zermatt for the iconic eight-hour journey to St. Moritz. Reserve Excellence Class for panoramic windows and multi-course lunches.
Return to Zurich by the Bernina or Albula line. This itinerary is demo content.
Plan it: Switzerland travel guide