Switzerland Rail Holidays - 2026

Switzerland Rail Holidays

Have you been to Switzerland?

No? Splendid. Now is as good a time as any to book your first trip to the Swiss Alps and cities, to experience some of the many highlights, maybe combined with a couple of lesser-known mountain resorts, cities, and train routes. A word of caution, though: this might be your first of many trips to Switzerland! You have already been to Switzerland? Splendid. How about you visit again, but in a different season? Or you explore a new region - as a reminder, Switzerland includes four distinct cultural and language areas? You explore a different region in the Swiss Alps? You travel on a train which you haven’t heard of?

Either way, we can’t wait to welcome you to Switzerland. And we encourage you to choose a rail tour, the most convenient and sustainable way to see the country. We’re convinced that you’ll soon be telling yourself #INeedSwitzerland again.

Director United Kingdom & Ireland

Head of Europe West - Switzerland Tourism

2-3 Introduction to Switzerland

4-5 Swisstainable Switzerland

6-7 Meet the Swiss Residents

8-11 The Beauty of a Swiss Travel Pass

12-13 Glacier & Bernina Expresses

14-15 Landwasser World Experience

16-17 Gotthard Panorama Express

18-19 Lakes Lucerne & Lugano via Gotthard Panorama

20-21 Magical Lucerne in Winter

Greenland Sea

22-23 Legends of Lake Lucerne

24-25 5* Luxury Glacier & Bernina Expresses

26-27 5* Saas Fee & Metro Alpin

28-29 Bas-Valais Region & Mont Blanc Express

30-31 GoldenPass Line

32-33 Jungfrau Railway & The Bernese Oberland

34-35 Bern & Locarno via the Centovalli Railway

36-37 Grand Train Tour of Switzerland

38-39 Lake Garda via Bernina Express

Classical Rhine Cruise – with Glacier Express

40-43 Lake Constance & St. Gallen

North Sea Norwegian Sea

Sustainable Switzerland

Switzerland – the champion in sustainability. Its long-term efforts – from consistent recycling to strict requirements for construction projects – are regularly reflected in top rankings in international sustainability rankings. A study conducted in 2022 found that more than 80 % of travellers consider sustainable tourism important and are willing to adopt sustainable travel practices. Something this small country was more than ready for.

Public transport eco-friendly without compromise

Public transport in Switzerland is not only one of the most environmentally friendly in the world but the most beautiful and inspiring way to discover Switzerland. Examples of its efforts to become even greener are numerous: PostBus, which provides access to the most remote corners of Switzerland, is steadily expanding the number of electric postbuses, the first all-electric, year-round passenger ship recently began operating on Lake Lugano, and with the Staubernbahn, Switzerland has its first cable car powered exclusively by solar energy.

Swisstainable committed accommodation – a new era begins

Sustainability has been an integral part of business management for many lodging companies for years. The comprehensive sustainability program “Swisstainable” gives a face to these long-standing efforts aiming for more sustainable overnight stays. Swisstainable means caring for people and the environment, conserving resources, operating responsibly, and pampering guests with high-quality products and services.

Conscious consumption culinary heritage reinvented

The remoteness of many Alpine valleys has given rise to countless culinary specialties, resulting in a culinary diversity that leaves nothing to be desired. Discovering these ancient dishes – original or reinvented – is a real pleasure. Numerous dedicated chefs have made it their business to reinterpret the culinary heritage of Switzerland for their guests: Organic products from the surrounding countryside and the mindful use of selected animal products stand for conscious consumption and revive traditional Switzerland in an innovative way.

Meet The Swiss Residents

Switzerland is home to not just the iconic Swiss Cow, whose bells can be heard clanging across the land on the hillsides during the summer months, as they dine on the sweet meadow grasses - you can meet some of the other residents too!

Blacknose Sheep

A special experience awaits in the Valais region above Zermatt, where visitors have the unique chance to meet the charming local mountain residents in their natural surroundings. Using a free tracking app, you can follow their movements and enjoy the excitement of spotting them up close as they emerge from their burrows or wander across the alpine meadows. This interactive approach not only makes the search easier but also adds an element of fun and anticipation, particularly for families and wildlife enthusiasts!

A useful tip is to plan your visit in the morning, when the sheep are more active and generally more welcoming to human company, often appearing with less hesitation. With stunning mountain scenery as a backdrop, the encounter becomes as memorable for the setting (See page 13, 25, 27 and 37 for tours to Zermatt.)

Marmots

Marmots are found in their natural Alpine habitat throughout Switzerland, where these characterful creatures can often be seen basking in the sun or foraging in the meadows. They thrive in high-altitude pastures and rocky slopes, making them a familiar sight in many of the country’s most scenic mountain regions.

Popular places to spot marmots include Saas Fee (see page 27), where they are so accustomed to visitors that they may venture quite close, the Stanserhorn near Lucerne (see pages 19 and 31 for tours including Lucerne), where a ride on the open-top cable car offers both panoramic views and the chance to encounter them on the hillside, and the Engadine valley (see page 13 and 25 for tours to this region), where quiet trails provide ideal conditions for observing these creatures in their natural environment.

St. Bernard Dogs

Barryland is a unique theme park dedicated to the famous St Bernard, Switzerland’s beloved national dog, and offers visitors the chance to learn about the history and enduring legacy of this remarkable breed. The centre is home to around 30 of these gentle giants, whose ancestors once played a vital role in mountain rescue, bravely helping to save countless lives in the snowy Alpine passes. Today, the dogs continue to make a difference in new ways, working as social companions and therapy animals, bringing comfort and joy to people of all ages.

At Barryland you can observe the dogs in specially designed enclosures, discover interactive exhibitions that explore their heritage, and gain a deeper understanding of how the St Bernard has become a true Swiss icon. The experience is both educational and heartwarming, offering a close encounter with animals that embody courage, loyalty and kindness. (Page 29 for a holiday to this region).

That’s the ticket! The Beauty of a Swiss Travel Pass

If you want to keep your holiday arrangements loose, but know you want to get value for money out of every last second of your Swiss Holiday then a Swiss Travel Pass is a great way to do it!

Offering unlimited public transportation by rail, bus and boat within Switzerland (and parts of Liechtenstein and Italy), several included mountains excursions, included entrance to over 500 museums, and exciting excursions while ensuring a seamless and convenient experience, you can choose from 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 or 15 consecutive days, or opt for a Flex Pass to use your number of days’ travel passes intermittently over a period of one month.

Your pass even covers iconic and panoramic train journeys such as Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Gotthard Panorama Express, GoldenPass, Luzern-Interlaken Express (some require a seat reservation fee which we can book for you in advance) and more (see map opposite).

It doesn’t stop there! In addition, your Swiss Travel Pass also allows you to enjoy discounted prices for many privately-owned railways, mountain excursions and local experiences.

Children travel free under the age of 15 and receive all the same benefits at no charge when travelling one or more parents with a Swiss Family Card.

With a simple QR code on your phone (or printed at home, if you prefer), all you have to do is board the train with your passport and Switzerland is yours to discover in your own time.

Explore with your Swiss Travel Pass

A short stay in one of Switzerland’s cities is much more than a “city break”. Combine a great Swiss hotel with a short-term Swiss Travel Pass and you can have it all –city sights and nightlife, gourmet meals and shopping deals, river swimming, lake skimming and ascending to mountain heights. Maybe even a waterfall too!

Unique city breaks

Basel & Zurich both have their own airports, making them an excellent base from which to explore using your pass – all under an hour’s journey you can reach:

Lucerne: enjoy a boat cruise, or admire the beautiful wooden bridges

Mountains excursions: to Rigi, Stanserhorn & Stoos (all included on the Swiss Travel Pass)

Bern: the Swiss Capital and home to the famous Bears

St Gallen: UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Schaffhausen & The Rhine Falls

In around 2-2.5 hours you can even journey as far as:

• Interlaken & the Jungfrau region

• Geneva & the Montreux Riviera

You can travel to any of those destinations, and enjoy museums and selected activities with your Swiss Travel Pass - all with no hidden costs

Explore from Basel

Overview:

Depart UK; Basel (3nts); Arrive UK

What's Included:

• Flight from the UK to Basel

• 4-day Standard Class Swiss Travel Pass

• 3 nights' minimum 3-star accommodation in Basel with breakfast

• Flight from Basel to the UK

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £180pp

• Upgrade your hotels

• Rail start/return available for a no-fly option

3 nights from £949pp

Daily Departures Year Round

Explore from Zurich

Overview:

Depart UK; Zurich (3nts); Arrive UK

What's Included:

• Flight from the UK to Zurich

• 4-day Standard Class Swiss Travel Pass

• 3 nights' minimum 3-star accommodation in Zurich with breakfast

• Flight from Zurich to the UK

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £180pp

• Upgrade your hotels

• Rail start/return available for a no-fly option

3 nights from £999pp

Daily Departures Year Round

The Icons

Experience two true icons of European rail travel and enjoy journeys on the unmistakable gleaming red carriages of Glacier Express and Bernina Express. You'll travel through spectacular scenery covering a vast array of landscapes and colours on either our short fly-rail or longer no-fly breaks.

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Glacier & Bernina Expresses, Short Break by Air

Overview:

Depart UK; Zermatt (1nt); Glacier Express; St. Moritz (2nts); Bernina Express; Arrive UK

What's Included:

• Flight from the UK to Geneva (or Zurich)

• 4-day Standard Class Swiss Travel Pass to cover all mentioned rail journeys

• Overnight minimum 3-star accommodation in Zermatt with breakfast

• Journey on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz

• 2 nights' minimum 3-star accommodation in St. Moritz with breakfast

• Round-trip journey on the Bernina Express St. Moritz*-Tirano-St. Moritz*

• Flight from Zurich to the UK

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £200pp

• Upgrade your hotels

• Add the Gornergrat Mountain Railway for the best Matterhorn views

3 nights from £1,099pp

Daily Departures December - October

Glacier & Bernina Expresses feat. The Matterhorn

Overview:

Depart UK; Geneva (1nt) ; Zermatt (2nts); Glacier Express; St. Moritz (3nts); Bernina Express; Cologne (1nt)**; Arrive UK

What's Included:

• 7 nights’ 3-star accommodation with breakfast

• Standard Class rail travel for the duration of your trip from London

• Journey on the Gornergrat Mountain Railway

• Journey on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz

• Round-trip journey on the Bernina Express St. Moritz*-Tirano-St. Moritz*

• Swiss Half Fare Card for half price additional public transport during your free time in Switzerland

• Scenic rail journey through the Rhine Gorge** Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class £450 per person (excl. Gornergrat)

• Upgrade to Excellence Class on Glacier Express – ask for details

• Upgrade your hotels

• Fly start/return available

7 nights from £1,999pp

Daily Departures December - October

Explore Landwasser World

The Landwasser Viaduct towers over the Albula Valley and the sight of Glacier or Bernina Express trundling over the soaring arches is familiar to many.

But, surrounding the viaduct, there is a whole world of wonder to discover. You’ll be forgiven for using the term “choo-choo” here, it’s absolutely acceptable in reference to the historic trains and shuttles that weave through this area, through the valley and to the several viewing platforms.

There is also time to explore the Albula Railway museum, and learn about the incredible feat of engineering that made travel through the region possible on the UNESCO World Heritage Albula Railway Line.

Add this exciting extension to your holiday!

What's included:

• 2 nights' minimum 3-star accommodation in Davos with breakfast

• Return public transport from Davos to the Landwasser area

• Viaduct Shuttle

• Nostalgic Train

• Entrance to Albula Railway Museum

2-night holiday extension from £375pp

Daily Departures May - October

Gotthard Panorama Express

Leaving Lucerne on board one of Lake Lucerne Navigation’s beautiful boats (some of which are historic paddle steamers), you will enjoy the open water of Lake Lucerne as you head to the far side of the lake, passing Rütli - the birthplace of the Swiss Confederation in 1291 - and the chapel marking the spot where William Tell is said to have escaped his pursuers by throwing himself overboard. In just under 3 hours, you’ll arrive in Flüelen, ready to board the panoramic carriages of the Gotthard Panorama Express. The train will wind and weave its way through the mountains, including a triple-pass of the Baroque church at Wassen, as the railway loops round to pass through the challenging terrain using helical (spiral) tunnels to twist through the rock. You’ll continue your journey through the Gotthard Pass – bypassing the world’s longest railway tunnel – to find yourself in the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland, Ticino (see page 34-35) where you will glide past the castles of Bellinzona and wine terraces cut into the hillsides, before ending your journey in the gorgeous lakeside resort of Lugano. You could also start this journey in Arth-Goldau if you would prefer a rail-only experience. Close by to Arth-Goldau you will find Mount Rigi: The Queen of the Mountains. A favourite of Queen Victoria and still a favourite today among rail enthusiasts and hikers alike. You can enjoy Mount Rigi as an excursion on some of our rail holiday packages (see pages 19, 21, 31 and 37). You can also drop your luggage off beforehand and travel luggage free with the available luggage service, enjoy a meal on board and take clear photographs from the open carriage.

See pages 19 and 37 for holidays featuring this rail journey

Summer in Lucerne

Lucerne has everything, nestled on the tip of a turquoise lake and surrounded by mountain peaks, the city is within reach of anything you could want from both a city break and a scenic escape.

The iconic Chapel Bridge sits proudly just a stone’s throw from the train station, surrounded by water flowing from Lake Lucerne through the city centre and creating a picture-perfect photograph moment at any time of day. During the day, the aquamarine water dazzles as it flows under the ancient wooden structures, and at night, the water’s surface twinkles with the soft warm lighting from the bridge and the traditional façades beyond.

The lake itself is the gateway to the surrounding area, with beautiful resorts and mountains with their historic stories dotted all along its shoreline; easily accessible by boat, rail, bus or cable car. Visit the lakeside spots of Vitznau, Weggis, Brunnen and Rutli (the “birthplace of Switzerland” – you can learn all about that on the “Legends of Lake Lucerne” excursion, see page 22), and make your way to quiet villages such as quaint Beckenried to escape the crowds or ascend the peaks of Mts Pilatus, Rigi or Burgenstock for some crisp mountain air.

If you’re looking for something a little more high octane, venture a little further afield and you can ride the world’s first revolving cable car up to the yearround adventure playground that is Mount Titlis (more detail on page 20).

Lakes Lucerne & Lugano via the Gotthard Panorama Express

Depart UK; Lucerne (2nts); Gotthard Panorama Express; Lugano (3nts); Arrive UK

Overview: What's included:

• Rail from London to Lucerne, via Paris

• 2 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation in Lucerne with breakfast

• Journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express Lucerne to Lugano with included luggage transfer

• 3 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation in Lugano with breakfast

• Ticino Ticket & Lucerne Guest Card (provided locally by hotel in Lugano) covering local transport and reductions off entrances to local attractions

• Rail from Lugano to London, via Zurich & Paris

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £400 per person

• Upgrade your hotels

• Fly start/return available

• Add a touch of luxury and add the incredible “Legends of Lake Lucerne” excursion – see page 22

• Use your Ticino Ticket to visit attractions with a discount such as: - Swissminiatur, Switzerland model museum - Monte Generoso Cogwheel railway

5 nights from £1,199pp Daily Departures April - October

In the spotlight

Lucerne in Winter

In the winter months, as a dusting of snow settles atop the wooden bridges, Lucerne transforms into a sparkling wonderland; from festive markets on cobbled streets with warming treats and gifts galore, to the untamed carnival spirit of the festival “Fasnacht” in February, where the city comes alive to (really!) party until the small hours in celebration before the austerity of lent.

Lake cruises can also still be enjoyed in midwinter, as Lake Lucerne does not freeze over owing to its great depth. In addition, the regions boast world-class ski resorts a short ride away and at over 3000m at Mount Titlis, you can discover a further paradise of activities and adventures; Europe’s highest suspension bridge Cliff Walk, Ice flyer chairlift, glacier caves and rugged peaks.

Mts Rigi and Pilatus are also open to enjoy in the winter months with hiking and tobogganing available for some snowy fun, making Lucerne a year-round destination to enjoy a variety of pursuits.

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Overview:

Depart UK; Lucerne (6nts); Arrive UK

What's included:

• Return flights from the UK to Zurich

• Return rail from Zurich Airport to/from Lucerne

• 6 nights' minimum 3-star accommodation in Lucerne with breakfast

• 8-day, Standard Class Swiss Travel Pass to cover all mentioned rail journeys

• Mountains excursions: Mt Titlis Mt Rigi

• Lunch cruise on Lake Lucerne

• Lucerne Guest Card (provided locally by hotel)

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £280 per person

• Upgrade your hotels

• Rail start/return available for a no-fly holiday

• Lucerne City Tour

• Use your Swiss Travel Pass to visit local museums or ride the Luzern-Interlaken Express

6 nights from £1,399pp

Daily Departures November - March

Legends of Lake Lucerne

There is nothing else quite like this new luxury offering from Lake Lucerne Navigation Company – operators of one of Switzerland’s most important transport systems. This is a high-end day to remember, where the charm of vintage travel and storytelling meet modern flavours and luxury. Operates May - September.

See pages 19, 31 and 37 for holidays to Lucerne to add this experience

A word from Sally Barlow, our Product Manager

“I really, really loved this but I don’t want to spoil any surprises so I’ll give an overview that I hope will tempt you to experience this wonderful day out without giving too much away!

This 5-hour excursion is very high-end but still laid-back and makes for the perfect escape from the city crowds. From the turquoise water of Lake Lucerne, you’ll set sail from the city centre in the morning, leaving the quay with a glass of something fizzy and delicious on a vintage century-old paddle steamer ship. The day is spent relaxing on board or on deck, and takes you on a guided tour of the entire lake; hearing tales of its towns, villages, mountains and important historical sites as well as the history of the shipping company from its founder Casimir Friedrich Knörr himself*, which has been running for nearly 200 years, since 1837. You’ll enjoy all this over an assortment of 5 delicious gourmet courses (plus a surprise 6th!) – each with specially-selected free-flowing wines throughout the day (or soft drinks) which have also been paired to the food.

The service is exceptional; dietary requirements can be catered for – there are full vegetarian, vegan, gluten and lactose free menus available and also a range of alcohol-free wines - which would be an incredible level of catering in a land-based restaurant, so is even more impressive when prepared on board a moving ship!

When and where else could you savour Swiss specialities, washed down with a glass of fine wine while watching 100-year-old paddles powering you along a beautiful lake?

In short, if you're looking for something different, special, luxurious that comes with the added bonus of some peace and quiet, this is a fantastic option and as I really believe that as more people experience it, the word of mouth will make this a must-do in central Switzerland.”

(*disclaimer: it's an actor!)”

5-star Luxury Glacier & Bernina Expresses

First Class on board two of Europe's icons, a glass of something cold - or a cup of something warm - in hand, coupled with 5-star elegance, private meet & greet at the train stations and idyllic vistas of the mighty Matterhorn in Zermatt and the mountains and lakes of the Engadin valley from your incredible family-run spa hotel – complete with a spa - in the picturesque village of Sils Maria, just outside St. Moritz. Upgrade to Excellence Class for the ultimate luxury on this wonderful, luxury break.

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Overview:

Depart UK; Zermatt (2nts); Glacier Express; St. Moritz (3nts); Bernina Express*; Arrive UK

What's included:

• Flight from the UK to Geneva

• First Class Rail from Geneva airport to Zermatt

• 2 nights’ 5-star hotel accommodation in Zermatt with breakfast basis and hotel transfers

• Gornergrat Mountain Railway excursion (standard class only)

• Glacier Express in First Class from Zermatt to St. Moritz, with 3-course lunch

• 3 nights’ 5-star hotel accommodation at the familyrun Waldhaus Hotel Sils Maria with breakfast and hotel transfers and Engadin Pass for local transport

• Bernina Express in First Class - round trip St. Moritz* to Tirano

• First class rail from St. Moritz to Zurich Airport

• Flight from Zurich to London

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your hotel rooms

• Extend your stays

• Upgrade your Glacier Express journey to Excellence Class

• Use your Engadin Pass to visit Corvatsch Mountain

• Join a hike with the Waldhaus' local in-house guide

5 nights from £2,899pp

Daily Departures December - October

The Valais Region: Saas Fee & Zermatt

Did you know the German-speaking Valais (Oberwallis) region of Switzerland gets nearly 300 days’ sunshine a year? The car-free resort of Saas-Fee lies in the heart of some 4,000-metre peaks and from here you can take a trip to Spielboden to enjoy sweeping views of the Mischabel mountains and meet the famous tame marmots that make this area so special! Saas-Fee also boasts the world’s highest underground funicular and highest revolving restaurant at Allalin, perched above the glaciers!

The Great Aletsch Glacier is the largest in the Alps and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site – you can take guided walks with professional mountain guides allow you to step directly onto this frozen giant and experience its breathtaking scale and beauty. And, of course, no trip to Oberwallis is complete without a trip to Zermatt where the Gornergrat cogwheel railway takes you up from the village to 3,100 metres, for the best views of the mighty Matterhorn mountain – and it is here that you can get up close to another local resident, the black-nose sheep!

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5* Saas Fee & Metro Alpin

Overview:

Depart UK; Saas Fee (4nts); Arrive UK

What's included:

• Return flights from London to Zurich

• Return rail from Zurich to/from Visp

• Return bus from Visp to/from Saas Fee

• 4 nights’ 5-star accommodation with breakfast in Saas Fee

• Swiss Half Fare Card for half price additional public transport during your free time in Switzerland

• Return ticket on Metro Alpin – the world’s highest funicular to visit the world’s highest revolving restaurant – meal payable locally

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £100pp

• Upgrade your hotels

• Visit the Aletsch Arena - the Alps' largest glacier

• Use your included Half Fare Card to add a day out to Zermatt and the Gornergrat Mountain Railway at half price - perhaps meet the traditional blacknose sheep (sheep Jul-Sep only, free of charge)

• Head to Spielboden to search for marmots!

• Meet the locals - see the marmots or the blacknose sheep!

4 nights from £1,299pp Daily Departures Year-Round*

The Bas-Valais Region

In the Bas-Valais, you’ll find even more sunny days and activities to enjoy as well as the opportunity to relax and recharge in thermal baths and wellness escapes. Sun-drenched Crans-Montana boasts breathtaking views of the Rhône Valley with its imposing castles to world-class skiing, hiking and biking trails, the resort of is a playground for all seasons. Martigny is home to the legendary St-Bernard dogs, where two to three litters of puppies are born each year at “Fondation Barry” and you can get to meet these impressive animals up close. There is also a vibrant cultural scene for lovers of art and history alike, and, in nearby Sion - the capital of Valais – you will discover the gateway to the canton’s vineyards, with more than 50 grape varieties. Valais is Switzerland’s largest winegrowing region; Swiss wine is often a surprise hit so be sure to try some. And, this being Switzerland, you can earn your refreshing wine-tasting by hiking there, if you prefer!

The seven jagged peaks of the “Dents du Midi” mountain range form the backdrop to this varied region, as well as the highest peak of the Alps and Western Europe: Mont Blanc (France). The towering landmark can be seen from many viewpoints and during activities in the region.

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Glaciers, Vineyards & The Mont Blanc Express

Overview:

Depart UK; Martigny (5nts); Brig (2nts); Arrive UK

What's included:

• Return flights from the UK to Geneva

• 8-day Swiss Travel Pass to cover all mentioned journeys

• 5 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation with breakfast in Martigny

• Excursion via the Mont Blanc Express, to Verticalp funicular and panoramic train

• Visit to Champéry to the Dents du Midi mountain range viewpoint

• Visit to the vineyards at Sion via Saint-Léonard, Europe’s largest underground lake.

• SBB luggage transfer from Martigny to Brig to keep your hands free to enjoy your day in Sion area

• 2 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation with breakfast in Brig area

• Visit to the Aletsch Arena viewpoint with lunch

Enhance your experience:

• Visit Barryland at a reduced price with your Swiss Travel Pass

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £340pp

• Upgrade your hotels

7 nights from £2,199pp

Daily Departures April - October

GoldenPass Line

The GoldenPass line runs right through the heart of Switzerland; starting from Lucerne in the north via the Lucerne-Interlaken Express, between lakes Thun and Brienz, and onwards from Interlaken to Montreux on one of the MOB GoldenPass carriages; vintage Belle Epoque with its gorgeous classical seating, the modern (most frequent) Panoramic, or the newest GoldenPass Express, with armchair-style seats that can face in either direction available in Prestige Class.

We are delighted to be able to offer you all four modes from which to enjoy travelling along this beautifully scenic line.

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GoldenPass Express Fly-Rail

Overview:

Depart UK; Montreux (2nts); GoldenPass Express; Interlaken (2nts); Jungfraujoch; Arrive UK

What's Included:

• Flight from the UK to Geneva

• Rail from Geneva Airport to Montreux

• 2 nights' minimum 3-star accommodation in Montreux with breakfast

• Journey on the GoldenPass Express from Montreux to Interlaken

• 2 nights' minimum 3-star accommodation in Interlaken with breakfast

• Rail from Interlaken to Zurich Airport

• Flight from Zurich to the UK

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £150pp

• Upgrade your GoldenPass journey to Prestige Class

• Upgrade your hotels

• Travel by rail from the UK for a no-fly option

• Add an excursion such as the Jungfrau or Schilthorn mountains

4 nights from £899pp

Daily Departures Year Round

Swiss Lakes & Mountains

Overview:

Depart UK; Lucerne (2nts); Lucerne-Interlaken Express; Interlaken (3nts); GoldenPass Line; Montreux (2nts); Arrive UK

What's Included:

• Flight from the UK to Zurich

• 7 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation with breakfast

• Standard class rail for the duration of your trip

• Rail excursion to Mount Rigi

• Journey on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express

• Journey on the Jungfrau Railway to the Jungfraujoch

• Journey on the GoldenPass Line

• Swiss Half Fare Card for half price additional public transport during your free time in Switzerland

• Lucerne City Ticket and Montreux Riviera Card (provided locally by hotels)

• Flight from Geneva to the UK

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £100pp

• Upgrade your GoldenPass journey to Prestige Class – ask for details

• Upgrade your hotels

• Travel by rail available from the UK for a no-fly option

7 nights from £1,599pp

Daily Departures December - October

Jungfrau Railway & The Bernese Oberland

The Jungfrau Region is a magical destination year-round, offering breathtaking heights, idyllic lakes, and unspoiled landscapes. The car-free villages of Wengen and Mürren provide peace and relaxation, while Grindelwald First offers adventure and soaring views.

A visit to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, will take you on a rail journey past the iconic North Face of the Eiger to the highest railway station in Europe with ice sculptures and an observatory, revealing the vast glacier and unforgettable panoramas. Or consider the close-by Schilthorn mountain and take in the “Swiss Skyline” view of the Jungfrau, Eiger and Monch mountains from a different perspective via the worlds steepest cable car and 360 degree revolving restaurant.

Meanwhile, the Lauterbrunnen Valley with its impressive waterfalls cascading down steep cliffs, showcases one of Switzerland’s most iconic landscapes and in nearby Interlaken – “Gateway to the Jungfrau” - you can enjoy a huge array of high-octane adventure activities on land, in the air or on the water! Or something a little more sedate - whether you’re seeking adventure or scenic serenity, the Jungfrau Region combines alpine beauty with unique experiences deep in the heart of the Swiss Alps.

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Overview:

Depart UK; Wengen (7nts); Arrive UK

What's included:

• Return flights from the UK to/from Zurich

• Return rail from/to Zurich Airport to Wengen

• 7 nights’ 3-star accommodation in Wengen with breakfast

• 8-day Bernese Oberland Pass for travel to/from Wengen to:

• Schilthorn – James Bond Mountain and home to the world’s steepest cable car

• Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe

• Day trip to Lucerne

• Brienz Rothorn steam train excursion

• Schynige Platte Railway

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £250pp

• Upgrade your hotel

• Rail start/return available for a no-fly option

7 nights from £1,999pp

Daily Departures June - October

The Ticino Region

The Italian-speaking Ticino is the region of Switzerland where the sun stays a little longer, warming the wine terraces ready to make the region’s distinctive (and delicious!) white Merlot, which is ready in turn to be sipped over a risotto or polenta dish. With both the Gotthard Panorama Express (see page 16) or the Centovalli Railway (opposite) connecting the region to the rest of the country, it is so easy to reach this paradise of sun-heated lakes, dreamy waterside cities of Lugano and Locarno, hills peppered with picture-perfect villages and the fortresses of Bellinzona, and the rather more refreshing and startlingly turquoise glacial waters of the valleys.

For a short break, showcasing the contrasts of the German-speaking capital, to the more temperate climes of Ticino region, enjoy a short stay in Bern before heading across a window of Italy on the Centovalli Railway, back into Switzerland’s southern lake region.

Bern & Locarno via the Centovalli Railway

Overview:

Depart UK; Bern (2nts); Centovalli Railway; Lugano (3nts); Arrive UK

What's included:

• Rail from London to Bern, via Paris

• 2 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation in Bern with breakfast

• Journey from Bern to Locarno via Domodossola on the Centovalli Railway

• 3 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation in Locarno with breakfast

• Day trip to Lugano and Monte Generoso

• Standard Class rail travel for the duration of your trip

• Swiss Half Fare Card for half price additional public transport during your free time in Switzerland

• Ticino Ticket (provided locally by hotel in Locarno - for free local transport in the region)

• Rail from Lugano to London, via Zurich & Paris

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £300 per person

• Upgrade your hotels

• Fly start/return available

• Use your Ticino Ticket to visit:

• The beautiful village of Ascona

• The stunning Verzasca Valley (pictured left)

5 nights from £1,199pp Daily Departures Year Round

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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland

If you want to fit as much of Switzerland into your holiday as possible, this extensive weeklong Swiss tour is for you! A full-circle trip taking in cities, mountains, glaciers, lakes and epic rail journeys over constantly-changing terrain, you really can see it all in one short holiday.

Depart UK; Zurich (1nt); Interlaken (1nt); Montreux (1nt); Zermatt (1nt); St. Moritz (1nt); Lugano (1nt); Lucerne (1nt); Arrive UK

Overview: What's included:

• Return rail from London St. Pancras, via Paris

• 7 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation with breakfast (1 night in each: Zurich, Interlaken, Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz, Lugano, Lucerne)

• Journey on the GoldenPass Line from Interlaken to Montreux

• Journey on the Jungfrau Railway to the Jungfraujoch

• Journey on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz

• Journey on the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano and onwards by bus to Lugano

• Journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express and boat ride on Lake Lucerne

• Standard Class rail travel for the duration of your trip

• Swiss Half Fare Card for half price additional public transport during your free time in Switzerland

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £540pp

• Upgrade your hotels

• Upgrade to Excellence Class on Glacier Express

• Upgrade to Prestige Class on GoldenPass

• Fly start/return available

7 nights from £2,099pp

Daily Departures April - October Enhance your experience:

Meet the neighbours

Switzerland shares borders with 5 other countries: Italy, France, Germany, Austria and Liechtenstein (and, did you know, you can also use your Swiss Travel Pass and spend your Swiss Francs in Liechtenstein?!)

We’ve shared a few of our favourite tours on which you can share your Swiss adventure with one (or more!) of the neighbours – but don’t forget, with our tailor-made holiday service, if there is any other combination holiday you would like, we can put it together for you, just ask.

Lake Garda via Bernina Express

Overview:

Depart UK; Chur (1nt); Bernina Express; Desenzano del Garda (7nts); Chambéry (1nt); Arrive UK

What's Included:

• Rail from London to Chur, via Paris

• Overnight 4-star accommodation in Chur with breakfast

• Journey on the Bernina Express from Chur to Tirano

• Rail from Desenzano del Garda to Chambéry, via Milan

• 7 nights’ 4-star accommodation in Desenazano del Garda with breakfast

• Overnight 4-star accommodation in Chambéry with breakfast

• Rail from Tirano to Desenzano del Garda, via Milan

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £300pp

• Upgrade your hotels

• Fly start/return available

• Add excursions on Lake Garda, such as:

• Venice & Verona

• Boat Cruise around the Peninsula

9 nights from £1,599pp

Daily Departures Year Round

Classical Rhine Cruise – with Glacier Express & Gornergrat Railway

Overview:

Depart UK; Classical Rhine Cruise (7nts); Zermatt (2nts); Glacier Express; Chur (1nt); Arrive UK

What's Included:

• Flight from the UK to Amsterdam

• Transfers to and from the cruise ship

• 7-night 5-star full board Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Basel in a C4 outside stateroom including:

• Drinks with every lunch and dinner onboard ship

• €200pp on board credit to spend during your cruise

• Rail from Basel to Zermatt

• 2 nights’ 4-star accommodation in Zermatt with breakfast

• Gornergrat Mountain Railway excursion

• Glacier Express journey from Zermatt to Chur

• Overnight 4-star accommodation with breakfast in Chur

• Rail from Chur to Zurich Airport

• Flight from Zurich to the UK

Enhance your experience:

• Book excursions onboard using your credit

• Upgrade to a balcony stateroom on board your river ship

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £130pp

• Rail start/return available for a no-fly holiday

10 nights from £3,499pp

Selected Departures April - October

Four Countries Region

Lake Constance (“Bodensee” in German) lies within sight of the Alps and in the heart of Europe, with four countries to explore: Germany, Switzerland, Austria and the Principality of Liechtenstein.

Konstanz

Konstanz

Lake Constance: Experience four countries and one lake

Visitors have the unique possibility to explore traditions, architecture, cultures and typical culinary specialities of these four countries around the lake. A splendid destination for travellers with a variety of possibilities for multi-country itineraries in different seasons.

A true all-year destination with mountains and cable cars within reach, a wealth of leisure activities such as hiking and cycling, excellent wines, the best local products and dishes. Explore magnificent castles, gardens, charming historical towns like Lindau, St Gallen, Bregenz, Constance or Meersburg, as well as no less than three impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You can enjoy the scenery from the air on a Zeppelin or by boat tour on the lake!

Visit during the romantic Advent time of year from the end of November up to Christmas and enjoy the festive Christmas markets in historic town centres or by the lakeside with view of the snow-capped mountains – with a choice of four countries to choose from you’ll have your Christmas shopping done and dusted in no time!

Bodensee Card PLUS:

Free admission to 160 included attractions in 4 countries in the Lake Constance region, including castles, museums, cable cars, tours with passenger ships, culinary experiences and express check-in at many sights. All inclusive card available for 3 or 7 days.

ÜberlingerSee

Überlingen

Konstanz

Kreuzlingen

Switzerland

Liechtenstein

Meersburg

Immenstaad am Bodensee

Friedrichshafen

Germany

Lake Constance & St. Gallen

Lake Constance, bordered by Switzerland, Germany, Austria and Liechtenstein, offers four cultures in one trip. This holiday includes the 7-day Bodensee Card PLUS with free entry to 160 attractions, plus day trips to Appenzell’s colourful traditions as well as a day to explore Liechtenstein’s capital Vaduz’s museums, vineyards and Alpine views – with the option to sail over the lake to Austria.

Overview:

(3nts);

What's included:

• Return flights from the UK to Zurich

(4nts); Arrive

• Rail from/to Zurich airport to Konstanz (Germany)

• 7-day Bodensee Card PLUS

• 3 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation in Konstanz with breakfast

• Rail travel from Konstanz to St Gallen

• 4 nights’ minimum 3-star accommodation in St Gallen with breakfast

• Same day return rail travel from St Gallen to Appenzell

• Same day return rail travel from St Gallen to Vaduz (Liechtenstein)

• Rail from St Gallen to Zurich Airport

Enhance your experience:

• Upgrade your rail to First Class from £150 per person

• Upgrade your hotels

• Option to visit resorts around the lake such as Bregenz (Austria) using your Bodensee Card PLUS

7 nights from £1,249pp Daily Departures Year-Round