Trains of Switzerland

Today depart for Zurich, Switzerland!

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 2 to arrive day 2. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation which you will receive prior to departure.

Meals included: In-Flight

Upon arrival into Zurich, make your way to the hotel. Relax for the remainder of the day in this cosmopolitan city, which combines creative urban life with the freedom of nature.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: None

This morning, take the local train to Interlaken, enjoying the scenery along the train route. As the name suggests, this typical Swiss town is located in between two lakes and offers the best in outdoor sports activities, from rafting to hiking, skiing to paragliding. Upon arrival check in at the hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, enjoy a free day at leisure in Interlaken. Explore the village and its stunning mountain surroundings, or perhaps take an optional trip by cable car and mountain railway to the Jungfraujoch, also known as the “Top of Europe” (Not included).

Optional Activity: Cable Car and Mountain Railway to the Jungfraujoch
Enjoy a guided tour to Jungfraujoch today (approximately 3,400 metres above sea level) - the summit offers the best views over the Eiger and the Monch from the Sphinx Terrace. The historic railways of the Jungfrau Mountains are an absolute joy. The network of narrow-gauge railways, cogwheel trains, aerial cable cars and funiculars offer the chance to discover idyllic villages and stunning mountain scenery. You will have plenty of time to explore the fantastic glacial Ice Palace and have lunch at your leisure.

Please note, this is a high altitude location. See online Important Information for more details and pricing.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today journey on the famous Golden Pass Express. This spectacular train route travels via Gstaad – a favoured holiday spot of many celebrities (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Montreux is located on Lake Geneva and protected by high mountain peaks. It’s famous for its mild climate and subtropical vegetation. After checking in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

The town's promenade is lined with flowers, sculptures, Mediterranean trees and grand Belle Époque buildings. Offshore is a medieval island castle, Château de Chillon, this fairytale castle is built on a rock standing off the shore of Lake Geneva and offers visitors a true experience of medieval splendour (entrance not included).

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Eden Palace Au Lac or similar, Montreux

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning, take the InterRegional mainline train from Montreux to Visp and from there the local train to Zermatt (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Arrive in Zermatt and transfer to the hotel. Zermatt, nestled at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn Glacier, is a charming car free town, where you can relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air and awe-inspiring views of the peak.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in beautiful Zermatt, giving you time to explore the town and its surroundings at leisure. Or alternatively you can take an optional full day excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station
Enjoy a guided tour by cable car to Europe’s highest aerial cableway and Summit Station at 3883m. Enjoy the panoramic views over the largest glaciers of the Alps and 38 impressive mountain giants of the Swiss, French and Italian Alps. Enjoy free time at leisure to explore the mountain and town. See online Important Information for pricing.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today experience another inspiring train journey. Board the slowest express train in the world: The Glacier Express to St Moritz. The train winds its way up to over 2,000m at the Oberalp Pass, through an unspoilt landscape of glaciers, ancient forests, rushing mountain streams and valleys, passing through 91 tunnels and across 291 impressive bridges. It will be a truly unforgettable journey.

Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. St. Moritz is the number one alpine holiday destination - its name is a registered trademark and stands for style, elegance and class. The city first became famous thanks to its mineral springs, which were discovered 3,000 years ago and established the town as a summer spa resort early on.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Baren or Hotel Steffani or similar, St Moritz

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano (approx. 4 hours). One of the world’s most famous trains, the Bernina Express allows travellers uninterrupted panoramic views across mountains, lakes and meadows. Crossing the Alps in style, the train climbs to an impressive 2,223m to the Bernina Pass and offers breathtaking vistas as you ride over impressive viaducts and past galleries hewn from sheer rock. There are beautiful views of rushing mountain streams, glaciers and even an alpine garden en route to the terminus in Tirano, which lies just over the Italian border. The line is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.


On arrival in Tirano, spend some free time exploring this quaint Italian town in Northern Italy - a departure point for one of the most scenic train routes in Europe. Afterwards, take the Bernina Express bus from Tirano Station to Lugano Station. This special bus with its large panoramic windows takes you on a journey through scenic countryside and villages. Lugano is a welcoming town that boasts a historic centre and attractive shops and restaurants to explore.


Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Walter Au Lac or similar, Lugano (or Hotel Internazionale or similar, Bellinzona)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the local train from Lugano (or Bellinzona in for April 2024 departures) to the beautiful city of Lucerne (approximately 2 hours), nestled amongst lakes and soaring peaks in the heart of central Switzerland. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore. You could take a romantic walk through the city centre, admire the medieval Chapel Bridge with its gable paintings, or enjoy a delicious lunch (not included) at one of the many traditional restaurants.

Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in Lucerne, allowing you time to further explore the historic city and its picture-postcard setting. Alternatively take the opportunity to join an optional full day excursion to Mt Rigi and the special cogwheel train ride up to the summit (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Mt Rigi
Take a guided tour to Mt Rigi. On arrival at the top of the mountain, enjoy time at leisure in Rigi Kulm, taking in the panoramic views across the Alps, thirteen different lakes and the entire Swiss Mittelland through to Germany and France. See online Important Information for pricing.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today take a local train to Zurich (approx. 1 hour), arriving in the bustling metropolis in time for a leisurely lunch (not included) at one of the city’s many excellent restaurants. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. This evening why not head to one of the many fondue restaurants in town for dinner (not included). Cheese, meat or chocolate - Fondue is the national dish of Switzerland and should not be missed!

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy the last morning in Zurich, before you make your own way to Zurich Airport for your return flight back to Australia (or New Zealand).

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Some flights may arrive in Australia (or New Zealand) +1 day later.

Today depart for Zurich, Switzerland!

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 2 to arrive day 2. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation which you will receive prior to departure.

Meals included: In-Flight

Upon arrival into Zurich, make your way to the hotel. Relax for the remainder of the day in this cosmopolitan city, which combines creative urban life with the freedom of nature.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: None

This morning, take the local train to Interlaken, enjoying the scenery along the train route. As the name suggests, this typical Swiss town is located in between two lakes and offers the best in outdoor sports activities, from rafting to hiking, skiing to paragliding. Upon arrival check in at the hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy a free day at leisure in Interlaken. Explore the village and its stunning mountain surroundings, or perhaps take an optional trip by cable car and mountain railway to the Jungfraujoch, also known as the “Top of Europe” (not included).

Optional Activity: Cable Car and Mountain Railway to the Jungfraujoch
Enjoy a guided tour to Jungfraujoch today (approximately 3,400 metres above sea level) - the summit offers the best views over the Eiger and the Monch from the Sphinx Terrace. The historic railways of the Jungfrau Mountains are an absolute joy. The network of narrow-gauge railways, cogwheel trains, aerial cable cars and funiculars offer the chance to discover idyllic villages and stunning mountain scenery. You will have plenty of time to explore the fantastic glacial Ice Palace and have lunch at your leisure.

Please note, this is a high altitude location. See online Important Information for more details and pricing.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today journey on the famous Golden Pass Express. This spectacular train route travels via Gstaad – a favoured holiday spot of many celebrities (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Montreux is located on Lake Geneva and protected by high mountain peaks. It’s famous for its mild climate and subtropical vegetation. After checking in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.


The town's promenade is lined with flowers, sculptures, Mediterranean trees and grand Belle Époque buildings. Offshore is a medieval island castle, Château de Chillon, this fairytale castle is built on a rock standing off the shore of Lake Geneva and offers visitors a true experience of medieval splendour (entrance not included).


Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Eden Palace Au Lac or similar, Montreux

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning, take the InterRegional mainline train from Montreux to Visp and from there the local train to Zermatt (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Arrive in Zermatt and transfer to the hotel. Zermatt, nestled at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn Glacier, is a charming car free town, where you can relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air and awe-inspiring views of the peak.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in beautiful Zermatt, giving you time to explore the town and its surroundings at leisure. Or alternatively you can take an optional full day excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station
Enjoy a guided tour by cable car to Europe’s highest aerial cableway and Summit Station at 3883m. Enjoy the panoramic views over the largest glaciers of the Alps and 38 impressive mountain giants of the Swiss, French and Italian Alps. Enjoy free time at leisure to explore the mountain and town. See online Important Information for pricing.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today experience another inspiring train journey. Board the slowest express train in the world: The Glacier Express to St Moritz. The train winds its way up to over 2,000m at the Oberalp Pass, through an unspoilt landscape of glaciers, ancient forests, rushing mountain streams and valleys, passing through 91 tunnels and across 291 impressive bridges. It will be a truly unforgettable journey. Upon arrival, check in your hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. St. Moritz is the number one alpine holiday destination - its name is a registered trademark and stands for style, elegance and class. The city first became famous thanks to its mineral springs, which were discovered 3,000 years ago and established the town as a summer spa resort early on.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Baren or Hotel Steffani or similar, St Moritz

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano (approx. 4 hours). One of the world’s most famous trains, the Bernina Express allows travellers uninterrupted panoramic views across mountains, lakes and meadows. Crossing the Alps in style, the train climbs to an impressive 2,223m to the Bernina Pass and offers breathtaking vistas as you ride over impressive viaducts and past galleries hewn from sheer rock. There are beautiful views of rushing mountain streams, glaciers and even an alpine garden en route to the terminus in Tirano, which lies just over the Italian border. The line is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.


On arrival in Tirano, spend some free time to explore this quaint Italian town in Northern Italy - a departure point for one of the most scenic train routes in Europe. Afterwards take the Bernina Express bus from Tirano Station to Lugano Station. This special bus with its large panoramic windows takes you on a journey through scenic countryside and villages. Lugano is a welcoming town that boasts a historic centre and attractive shops and restaurants to explore.


Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Walter Au Lac or similar, Lugano (or Hotel Internazionale or similar, Bellinzona)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the local train from Lugano (or Bellinzona in for April 2024 departures) to the beautiful city of Lucerne (approximately 2 hours), nestled amongst lakes and soaring peaks in the heart of central Switzerland. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore. You could take a romantic walk through the city centre, admire the medieval Chapel Bridge with its gable paintings, or enjoy a delicious lunch (not included) at one of the many traditional restaurants.

Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in Lucerne, allowing you time to further explore the historic city and its picture-postcard setting. Alternatively take the opportunity to join an optional full day excursion to Mt Rigi and the special cogwheel train ride up to the summit (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Mt Rigi
Take a guided tour to Mt Rigi. On arrival at the top of the mountain, enjoy time at leisure in Rigi Kulm, taking in the panoramic views across the Alps, thirteen different lakes and the entire Swiss Mittelland through to Germany and France. See online Important Information for pricing.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today take a local train to Zurich (approx. 1 hour), arriving in the bustling metropolis in time for a leisurely lunch (not included) at one of the city’s many excellent restaurants. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. This evening why not head to one of the many fondue restaurants in town for dinner (not included). Cheese, meat or chocolate - Fondue is the national dish of Switzerland and should not be missed!

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is approximately a 235km travel day. After breakfast begin the drive to Lake Como in Italy. Along the way enjoy the remarkable scenic drive through the Swiss Alps and the travel through the Gotthard Tunnel (16km long). Continue along the breathtaking shores of Lake Lugano until arrival at Lake Como. Lake Como is the most spectacular of the region’s three major lakes and is surrounded by beautiful villages. Upon arrival in Como enjoy some time at leisure in this beautiful city known for the Gothic Como Cathedral (entrance not included) and a waterfront promenade.

Afterwards, enjoy a scenic funicular ride. A very popular excursion from the city of Como to the village of Brunate. This fun train made its first journey in 1894 and still today, every 30 minutes, it links the city with an extremely atmospheric panoramic point. The village of Brunate is situated approximately 700 metres above sea level and has always been a holiday destination for noble families from the Como and Milan areas who built numerous lovely villas in Art Nouveau style here. Brunate is also the ideal starting point for pleasant walks amidst greenery. From the viewpoint you can see the outline of the historic centre, the ancient Roman castrum and a view over the Alps and the Brianza plain.

Please note: if travelling on the 7th April 2025, accommodation will be overnight in Milan, instead of Lake Como (with no changes to sites visited).

Overnight: Just Hotel Lomazzo or similar, Como area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is approximately a 80-Km travel day. This morning take a boat excursion to Bellagio, the most famous town of the lake, has narrow and steep lanes and offers unparalleled views of the lake. From Bellagio take another boat excursion to Tremezzo, an important tourist centre thanks to Villa Carlotta (entrance not included), an imposing neoclassical residence that was built in 1843 as a wedding gift for Charlotte of Prussia.

Please note: In the case of reduced heavy vehicle traffic during the summer season in Tremezzo, the boat excursion will travel from Bellagio to Bellano instead. Bellano is a place rich in history and culture and an excellent location for excursions around the lake.

In the late afternoon arrive at the hotel in Milan.

Overnight: Devero Hotel or similar, Milan

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour (approx. 3 hours) of Milan. Celebrated as the Italian capital of fashion and design, Milan is a city rich in art, history and culture. The tour begins from Sforza Castle (entrance not included) before walking towards the Duomo (entrance not included). On the way, admire elegant buildings along two of Milan’s iconic streets - the Via Dante and Via Dei Mercanti.

Piazza del Duomo is the heart of Milan, and the Duomo - where German influences are softened by the finesse of Italian artists - is one of its most significant Gothic style monuments. From the Piazza Duomo, the tour continues through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, Italy’s oldest active shopping mall and a major landmark of Milan, before arriving at the Piazza Della Scala, home to one of the most famous theatres in the world; La Scala (entrance not included). The remainder for the day is free to enjoy at leisure.

Overnight: Devero Hotel or similar, Milan

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is approximately a 316km travel day. Today depart to Lake Garda, the largest Italian lake which is surrounded by mountains and is well known for its water sports and outdoor activities. It has both old charming villages and modern-day towns. Enjoy some of the small resort towns located around Lake Garda like Sirmione and Borghetto. Sirmione is one of the most popular holiday resorts on the shores of Lake Garda. The small historic town is located on the tip of a long peninsula protruding from the southern shore of the lake. It also has thermal springs and was a spa destination even in Roman times.

Borghetto sul Mincio is one of the “most beautiful villages in Italy” (Borghi più belli d’Italia) and it is one of those places that seem unreal like a fairy tale. Arrive here crossing the Visconteo bridge and discover a tiny village lying on the Mincio river, a perfect place for a romantic getaway. Borghetto is lined with stone houses, ancient watermills and views of the melancholic ruins of a medieval bridge and castle. Afterwards, be transferred to your hotel in the Venice area.

Overnight: Hotel Bristol, Lido di Jesolo or similar, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Tronchetto Pier in Venice, where you will be able to admire the beautiful buildings and canals of Venice by water bus (ferry). Upon arrival, be met by a local guide at the Piazza San Marco to start a guided tour of Venice (approx. 2 hours). The tour starts at the iconic St Mark’s Square, one of the most beautiful squares in the world, and the hub of Venetian life.

Around the square, you will see the famous St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bell Tower. The church was built to house the body of St. Marc, transported from Alexandria in 828AD. Inside the basilica you can admire glittering Byzantine Mosaics (entrance not included). The tour will continue onwards to Rialto Bridge, one of the most beautiful bridges and an icon of the city. Upon conclusion of the tour, enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: Hotel Bristol, Lido di Jesolo or similar, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy a free day in this magic Italian city. You may choose to visit one of the famous Venice islands, The island of Murano is renowned for its long tradition of glass-making, or Burano known for its brightly coloured fishermen's houses and its casual eateries serving seafood from the lagoon (not included).

Please note: Today transfers to/from Venice city are not included. You can freely organize your time at leisure. Ferry, bus or taxi would be an easy alternative to reach Venice from your hotel.

Overnight: Hotel Bristol, Lido di Jesolo or similar, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today make your own way to the airport at the appropriate time for the return flight to Australia (or New Zealand).

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Some flights may arrive in Australia (or New Zealand) +1 day later.