Scenic Train Journeys in Zurich: the 9 Best Rides

1.Glacier Express, Swiss Alps & Lucerne Tour | From Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 164 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $599Our pick

Travel from Zurich to Chur, ride part of the Glacier Express to Andermatt, then continue to Lucerne for an Old Town walk. Guides such as Ana, Jean, Rose, and Leighton have earned warm praise, but train substitutions, seat separation, and last-minute changes can affect the day.

“Overpriced. Changed time of travel night before. Trains with no conditioning . Disappointing . Multiple train crhanges”

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2.Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Zürich With Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $951

Meet your private English-speaking guide at Zurich Tourist Information at 8:20 am. Travel through Chur, the Rhine Gorge, Disentis, Andermatt, and Brig aboard regular trains and the Glacier Express, with reserved second-class seats, a three-course lunch, and a guided return to Zurich.

“The highlight of our time in Switzerland. Our guide, Dominique, was super fun and extremely knowledgable. She knew the answer to every question we asked and we really enjoyed our time with her. Although it's possible and pretty easy to do the trip without a guide, I would really recommend booking a guide. It removes all of the stress and allows you to learn a lot more about Switzerland than you would without one. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone that has a free day in Switzerland! The Swiss Alps are amazing, and the meal on the train was delicious.”

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3.Glacier Express, Swiss Alps & Lucerne Tour | From Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 31 reviews · 10 hours · from $581

Travel from Zurich to Chur, ride the Glacier Express through the Oberalp section to Andermatt, then continue to Lucerne and Lake Lucerne. An English-speaking guide leads this small group of up to 15, with rail tickets and the Glacier Express seat reservation included.

“The reservation was made for 30/01/26, but the tour guide did not show up. When I questioned the company about it, they said that the tour was intended for 31/01/26, even though that information was not in any part of the reservation details.”

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4.Glacier Express UNESCO Views & St. Moritz Tour | From Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $402Best value

Travel from Zurich to Chur and across the UNESCO-listed Albula Railway, passing castles, valleys, and the Landwasser Viaduct before reaching St. Moritz. Your English-speaking guide handles the rail passes, while you enjoy free time by the lake and in town. Guides may include Mary, Michelle, Jean, or Gina.

“First you cancel our tour that was confirmed before we arrived to Zurich ( under my wife name) later on we do another reservation( under my name) for our last day at Zurich ( Feb 7 2026) and as per our bad experience with the other reservation, my wife begins to send message at the App because we were at the meeting point since 9:20.... 9:30 and as the time pass NO ONE CAME IN asking for our names, NObody with any ID we could identify, we asked several people around, some time looks like guides and we try to call and call does not go thru NO ONE came…”

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5.Premium Glacier Express Route Private Tour from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $1,122

Leave Zurich at 8 a.m. with an English-speaking private guide, then ride through Chur, the Rhine Gorge, Disentis, and Oberalp Pass to Andermatt. Laura can tailor the day, arrange a traditional lunch, allow photo stops, and help you make the most of premium train seating.

“We had an amazing Glacier Express tour with Laura at Hello Switzerland Tours. Laura is one of the nicest, sweetest tour guides we’ve had who is so knowledgeable and super accommodating. Laura made sure that she tailored this private tour to our liking. We even had an amazing gourmet lunch at Desantis in a beautiful, cozy restaurant! So happy that I canceled a previous similar booking that would only serve you lunch inside the train. Going outside and seeing the city, getting some fresh air, and eating that sumptuous lunch was definitely a better experience than that other Glacier Express tour. I highly recommend upgrading to the Premium First Class…”

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6.Premium Panoramic Train, Lucerne & Interlaken Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $488Top rated

Meet your English-speaking guide at Zurich HB for a full day through Lucerne and Interlaken. Ride reserved trains, walk Lucerne’s Old Town, enjoy free time, and take the scenic panoramic route beside Swiss lakes and mountains. Groups are capped at 15.

“It was well led by John, who was friendly, helpful and informative. A good day trip and everything was well organised.”

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7.Glacier Express Route Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $858

You’ll follow the famed Glacier Express route from Zurich by Swiss public train, passing Chur, the Rhine Gorge, Disentis, Oberalp Pass, and Andermatt. Laura leads the private outing in English, with a Swiss 2nd class day pass included. Bring money for lunch and expect a full, active day.

“we got confused and did not go on the actual Glacier express which was are mistake. If we had know about the train system we could have planned this trip by are self's and saved a bunch of money. I wanted souvenirs from the Gracier train and did not get them. My sure you do your research before yo sign up for a trip.”

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8.Exclusive Panoramic Train Journey though the Heart of Swiss

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $910

Travel from Zurich to Lucerne in a private Mercedes V-Class, see Lucerne’s key sights, then ride the panoramic train to Interlaken. Guides such as Carlos and Gian help with the train connection, Brienz, Lauterbrunnen, and flexible stops before your private return drive.

“It a great and very comfortable ride. With lots of details and great photos to choose , with accessible and the most beautiful views”

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9.6-Day Drive 9 Swiss Passes, Glacier Express Route +Stelvio, Italy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

You drive a Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 from Zurich across Swiss passes, the Glacier Express route, and Italy’s Stelvio Pass. Stephan provides the briefing, GPS, road book, hotel stays, and en-route support. The route is private for up to two people, with five-star nights in Zurich, Andermatt, and Pontresina.

“Well organized, with attention to details , friendly and profesional tour guide. Highly recommended!”

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