By rail · SWITZERLAND TRAIN TOURS
The ticket is the easy part; the reservation is the decision. These 15 cover the rack railways, the panoramic carriages and the day trips out of Zurich and Interlaken, with fares, climb times and what the reservation costs on top.
Travel from Zurich into the Bernese Oberland with an English or Spanish speaking guide. Enjoy free time in Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Lauterbrunnen, with optional First cable-car rides, the 40-meter Cliff Walk, Glacier Canyon, or a hike to Bachalpsee.
“Awesome trip with three brilliant and unique stops! Would highly recommend this trip. The scenery is indescribably beautiful.”
From Lucerne, a guide such as Gaby, Judith, or Dominik leads you by bus, gondola, aerial cable car, cogwheel train, and boat to Mt. Pilatus. You get mountain views, free time for easy walks, and a summer cruise back to Lucerne.
“Great tour w/excellent company and guide. Wonderful way to experience Pilatus. Strongly recommend.”
Travel from Milan by air-conditioned coach to St. Moritz, cross the Maloja and Bernina passes, and ride the second-class Bernina Red Train with opening windows. Guides such as Sara, Monica, and Angelo add useful commentary, while the route may begin in St. Moritz, Thusis, or Tirano.
“Angelo is the best guide, and Luigi is the best driver. I highly recommend this tour, it’s worth visiting and offers a fantastic experience!”
Spend 13 hours traveling from Milan to St. Moritz by coach, then ride the Bernina Express in a panoramic carriage to Tirano. You get free time for lake views, pastries, and shopping, plus a tour leader such as Monica, Tatiana, or Maja to keep the long day organized.
“Our Bernina Express tour from Milan to St. Moritz and then to Tirano was absolutely incredible, and our guide, Monica, made it even more special! From the very start, she was warm, knowledgeable, and extremely organized, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. The Bernina Express itself was breathtaking, with stunning alpine views at every turn. But what truly set this tour apart was Monica’s enthusiasm and attention to detail. She not only provided fascinating insights about the journey but also went above and beyond by showing us around St. Moritz! Her local knowledge and recommendations made our time there so much more enjoyable. If you're considering this tour, don't hesitate—it's a…”
Travel from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch with a multilingual guide, riding the gondola from Grindelwald to Eiger Glacier and the cogwheel train to the summit. You get at least two hours at the top for the Sphinx Terrace, Plateau, Ice Palace, and Alpine Sensation before returning through Lauterbrunnen.
“Great organisation, kudos to Olga who was so motivated despite having a sore throat”
Travel from Zurich to Jungfraujoch with an English-speaking guide, riding the cogwheel railway, Ice Palace route, Sphinx Observatory, and Eiger Express. Guides such as Kid, Raymond, and Xavier are praised for keeping groups together and taking photos, though the 11.5-hour day can feel rushed.
“This was an exceptional tour. It is a bit rushed because you cover a lot on this day tour but completely worth it if one has limited time to spend in the mountains. Our guide Kid was so fun, organized and he took the best pics and videos which made the whole experience memorable. Our driver was also very good. Completely worth the money!”
Use the Swiss Travel Pass for 3, 4, 8, or 15 days of unlimited trains, buses, and boats across Switzerland. You also get free entry to 500-plus museums, free travel on selected mountain routes, and up to 50% off many cable cars. Choose continuous or Flexi travel.
“It was a great option for me and my family, the SBB app was great and it made a huge difference for our trip. Definitely worthy.”
Take the 10-minute funicular from Interlaken Harderbahn to Harder Kulm at 1,322 meters. Walk to the Two Lakes Bridge, look toward Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, and enjoy the restaurant or sunset before choosing your return ride. The $49 round-trip ticket is valid for one day.
“lovely lady at reception allowed us specific access due to mothers wheelchair usage very wheelchair friendly with free parking very helpful and friendly staff breathtaking views at the top helpful shops at the top selling merchandise, snacks and drinks as well as a restaurant”
Travel from Zurich to Jungfraujoch with a multilingual guide, riding the Eiger Express gondola and cogwheel train to 11,332 feet. Explore the Sphinx Observatory, Ice Palace, and Alpine Sensation, with stops in Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen. Guides may include Lars, Olga, Monica, or Andrea.
“Wonderful. I strongly recommend. Bus was comfortable. The guide was awesome lady. Explain and show the places. Was a wonderful experience.”
Travel from Milan by air-conditioned coach to St. Moritz, then ride the Bernina Red Train for 2 hours and 20 minutes to Tirano. Guides such as Alejandro, Maria Cristina, Chiara, and Mara keep the long day organized, while open train windows help you capture clear Alpine photos.
“The trip was lovely and we all had a wonderful time. I think I would stay in St. Moritz about 30 minutes longer and then it would have been perfect.”
Travel from Milan into Switzerland by coach and the UNESCO-listed Bernina Train. You’ll see Alp Grüm and the Palü Glacier, stop in Tirano, stroll through St. Moritz, and return via the Maloja Pass. Guides such as Patrizia, Luigi, Monica, and Gigi are known for warm, lively commentary.
“Amazing time, amazing views photograph don’t do the place justice I must see for all.”
Travel from Milan to St. Moritz by coach, cross the Bernina Pass, then ride the Bernina Red Train with opening windows to Tirano. An English-speaking guide such as Salvatore, Amato, or Marina leads the day. Expect striking scenery, limited free time, and a long return by coach.
“Excellent!! Such beautiful views from start to finish. Bernina was a superb guide, so friendly and knowledgeable. The bus ride was smooth and the windows are large so you can see clear views of the mountains. Then the express red train through the Alps was fantastic; we were allowed to lower the windows of the train so we got unobscured photos of the Alps. Highly recommend and will be doing it again when we come back!”
Leave central Lucerne by coach for Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, and Jungfraujoch. Your guide handles the trains and Eiger Express, leaving you to enjoy the Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, Aletsch Glacier, and high Alpine views. Guides may include Kid, Hans, Raymond, or Hansruedi.
“A full day adventure. Our tour guide Kid took very good care of us and took lots of pictures for us. Take food as there is not much time to purchase food.”
Travel from Lucerne through Interlaken and Grindelwald to Jungfraujoch, using the Eiger Express gondola and mountain railway. Your guide handles the connections, then gives you time for the Sphinx Terrace, Aletsch Glacier, Ice Palace, and Alpine Sensation before returning through Wengen and Lauterbrunnen.
“The trip was as amazing!! The most gorgeous scenery on our 8 days in Europe. Guides, Dave & Sophia and driver, Louis, were excellent. The only slight issue was the lower section of the bus was a little warm, but the vents on the upper section worked great! Overall, we would rate this excursion as the BEST of our entire trip!!”
Travel from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch with a multilingual guide, taking the Eiger Express, cogwheel train, Sphinx Terrace, Alpine Sensation, and Ice Palace. The trip lasts about seven hours and includes reserved transport, but cold weather, crowds, and limited summit time require good planning.
“Fantastic well organised tour, Roberto, Bernie and a wonderful bus driver Sash looked after us every step of the day. They have a wealth of knowledge and are funny and make everyone feel welcome would recommend this tour to anyone”
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