11-day Switzerland Journey of Discovery
Zurich – St. Moritz – Zermatt – Montreux – Lucerne
Escorted Group Tour - Limited to 20 participants
Travel through Switzerland in the most scenic way imaginable, onboard its iconic panoramic trains. This carefully curated guided group tour follows the legendary Grand Train Tour of Switzerland, unveiling the country’s most breathtaking landscapes and destinations, from majestic Alpine vistas to storybook cities and lakeside towns.
The tour is accompanied throughout by a professional English-speaking tour manager, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.
Tour Highlights
- Four scenic rail journeys across Switzerland, showcasing varied landscapes from Alpine passes to lakes and mountain villages
- Excursion to the Gornergrat, with views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks
- Wine tasting at a family-run winery combined with free time in Lausanne
- Mountain excursion to Mount Rigi, including lake cruise and cogwheel railway
Tour Program (10 Days / 9 Nights)
Travel to Zurich by private from Zurich Airport. At the hotel, you will get to know your travel group and your tour guide.
Overnight in Zurich.
Travel in 1st class by train to St. Moritz, followed by time to explore this well-known Alpine destination independently.
Journey time: approx. 4.5h
Overnight in St. Moritz.
Today, you will travel on the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano (Italy), passing Lago Bianco, Poschiavo, and the circular viaduct in Brusio. The return journey to St. Moritz is made on regional trains.
Journey time: approx. 4h
Overnight in St. Moritz.
Today, you travel on the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt, enjoying views of the Swiss Alps along the way.
Journey time: approx. 8h
Overnight in Zermatt.
Take an excursion to the Gornergrat, where you can enjoy wide-ranging views of the surrounding mountains. From here, you can see 37 four-thousand-metre peaks around Zermatt, including the Matterhorn.
Trip time: approx. 4h
Overnight in Zermatt.
Continue by 1st class train to Montreux. Upon arrival, you will have time to explore this charming town on the shores of Lake Geneva at your own pace.
Journey time: approx. 3h
Overnight in Montreux.
Today features a culinary stop in the Lavaux region. In the village of Puidoux, near Vevey, you will enjoy a one-hour wine tasting at Domaine Bovy, a family-run winery overlooking Lake Geneva.
Afterwards, continue to Lausanne, where you will have free time to explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight in Montreux.
Travel aboard the GoldenPass Express to Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland. Along the way, the route passes through changing landscapes, different language regions, and several lakes.
In Interlaken, enjoy time for lunch and individual exploration. In the afternoon, continue your journey on the Lucerne–Interlaken Express, traveling over the Brünig Pass and along Lake Brienz before arriving in Lucerne.
Full-day Tour
Overnight in Lucerne
Today, you’ll enjoy a round trip to the summit of Mount Rigi using a combination of boat, cogwheel railway, and regional train. At the top, take in panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountain landscape before returning to Lucerne.
Overnight in Lucerne.
In Lucerne, you begin your return or onward journey by public transport, marking the end of your Swiss travel experience.
End of our services.
Our Package Price Includes
2 nights at 4-star hotels incl. daily breakfast in St Moritz, Zermatt, Montreux and Lucerne
1 night at 4-star hotel incl. breakfast in Zurich
Private Transfers from Zurich Airport to the hotel in Zurich
15 Day Swiss Travel Pass in 1st class (unlimited travel by train, bus and boat throughout the Itinerary)
Seat reservations on Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass Express and Luzern-Interlaken Express
Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel for an allowance of 1 luggage per person, max 20kg
Excursion to Mt Gornergrat
Excursion to Mt Rigi (round trip via Vitznau - Rigi - Arth-Goldau)
Wine tasting at Domaine Bovy
English Speaking Tour Manager throughout
Our Package Does NOT Include
- Airline ticket / Visa / Immunizations
- Meals not listed
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Reserve Escorted Group Tour
Rates & Departure Dates
Journey of Discovery
- May 23, 2026
- June 20, 2026
- July 18, 2026
- August 22, 2026
Starting at
Double CHF 3,830
Single CHF 5,085
