15 Day | Spectacular Scenic Journeys Across Switzerland

Experience scenic journeys across the Alps with memorable excursions

GoldenPass Express
St. Moritz funicular
Harder Kulm

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This is one of our 'Scenic Touring' holidays, offering you the chance to experience the full diversity of the Swiss landscape and enjoy a good number of scenic rail journeys. You'll stay in a variety of lakes and mountains resorts across the country. There are plenty of day trips to enjoy - free or heavily discounted with your Swiss Travel Pass - or you could simply relax amidst the beautiful scenery. The holiday can be adapted in various ways to suit you, including upgrading your hotel room or adding more resorts and rail journeys.

Please call 0800 619 1200 for help with planning or email us at info@swissholidayco.com 


Ask us about upgrading to Excellence Class - the most special way to enjoy this journey

 

"You'll feel on top of the world with this holiday, which takes you to some of the best beauty spots in Switzerland. Gradually crossing the country by scenic rail panorama trains, this is a wonderful way to experience the Swiss lakes and mountains. "

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Call us on 0800 619 1200 or email us at info@swissholidayco.com


Day 1 - Arrive in St. Moritz and enjoy the pure mountain air of Engadin mountains

Fly from the UK to Zurich in under 2 hours with connecting rail travel via Chur and a stunning journey to St. Moritz. Welcome to your hotel for your 3 night stay.

Day 2-3 - Explore glorious St. Moritz and the Upper Engadin region

The joy of a Swiss holiday is visiting the mountains. During the summer months this holiday includes the fabulous Engadin Card with unlimited free mountain transport: try the funicular and cable car to Piz Nair at 3,057m, with stunning views and maybe lunch at the top. We also include an unforgettable day trip on the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano in Italy. This stunning rail journey crosses the Alps with spectacular views en route – and time to enjoy an Italian lunch!

Day 4 - A journey on the Glacier Express to Zermatt including lunch

Sit back and relax on the Glacier Express for its full journey as it slowly meanders across Switzerland. This wonderful experience takes 7½ hours in the comfort of special panoramic coaches and a 3 course set lunch is served at your table. Discover the famous highlights such as the Landwasser Viaduct, Rhine Gorge and the Oberalp Pass.

Day 5-6 - Enjoy the sublime views in the Matterhorn region

Zermatt is a fascinating alpine village dominated by the Matterhorn. There are great excursions available at half price such as the network of cable cars to Klein Matterhorn - which at 3,883m is the highest sightseeing point in Europe. Try an alternative view from the idyllic lake of Schwarzsee at the foot of the Matterhorn or take the cog railway to the pure air and mountain restaurants of the Gornergrat. You will not be disappointed by the stunning views and walking routes.

For a very special treat consider the VIP Gornergrat NostalChic Class journey

Day 7 - Take the beautiful GoldenPass Express journey to Interlaken

What a day for you to experience dramatic scenery as you travel down by train to Visp and onward to Montreux for the start of the GoldenPass Express journey. Starting with a stunning ascent as you leave Montreux and head for dramatic mountain views, you’ll then pass through the chic village of Gstaad, down the Simmen valley to Spiez and a final run alongside Lake Thun to Interlaken.

Day 8-10 - Time to discover the sights of the glorious Bernese Oberland

There is so much on offer with your Swiss Travel Pass which you could use for free unlimited travel on the lakes of Thun & Brienz. Try a leisurely cruise to Brienz, then change to a half price trip on the Brienzer Rothorn steam railway. You can also travel for free to alpine villages such as Wengen. From here, the mountain railways and cable cars are offered with up to 50% reduction, or a memorable visit to the Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe is available at 25% discount.

Day 11 - Journey on the Luzern-Interlaken Express across the mountains to Lucerne

The striking Luzern-Interlaken Express journey is 2 hours of joy as you travel alongside the scenic lakes over the Brünig Pass and to Lucerne. After check in you will have time to get a explore the delights of Lucerne’s Old Town.

Day 12-14 - Free days to enjoy the beautiful Old Town, lake and mountains

With your Swiss Travel Pass, Lucerne is perfectly placed to enjoy free travel around the dramatic scenery of Central Switzerland. A lake cruise is a great way to relax - treat yourself to lunch with a longer cruise to Brunnen or Flüelen. Also included free with your Pass are the famous old cog railway to the stunning peak of Mount Rigi, the Stanserhorn open top deck cable car and the Stoos funicular. Mount Pilatus and other mountain railways and cable cars are available at a 50% reduction.

For a very special treat consider the exclusive Legends Of Lake Lucerne Cruise

Day 15 - Last day beside Lake Lucerne

The one hour train journey to Zurich airport allows you time for a last look around and perhaps an early lunch in Lucerne before your flight to the UK.

 

2026 guide price

3 nights in St. Moritz, 3 nights in Zermatt, 4 nights in Interlaken and 4 nights in Lucerne

Available all year except 11 October-4 December

Guide prices from £2,835 per person in 3 star hotels or from £3,244 per person in 4 star hotels

Adapt this holiday

Reverse the direction of travel (nb we recommend only St. Moritz-Zermatt during the winter)

Travel in Excellence Class on the Glacier Express

Add the Gornergrat NostalChic Class journey

Add the Legends Of Lake Lucerne Cruise

Upgrade to 1st class Swiss Travel Pass £240 per person – great value

Upgrade your hotel room

Include half board from £688 (3 star) or £902 (4 star) per person

 

Your holiday price includes

Booking Conditions
  • Scheduled return flights from London to Zurich including taxes and hold baggage (flights are available from around the UK)
  • 15 day Swiss Travel Pass covering all rail journeys described and many more (2nd class)
  • 14 nights’ hotel accommodation bed and breakfast as described based on two people sharing
  • Return reserved seats on the Bernina Express St. Moritz-Tirano (2nd class)
  • Reserved seats and set lunch on the Glacier Express St. Moritz-Zermatt (2nd class). Drinks can be purchased on board
  • Regional rail Zermatt-Montreux and reserved seats on the GoldenPass Express Montreux-Interlaken (2nd class)
  • Reserved seats on the Luzern-Interlaken Express (2nd class)
  • Engadin Card late June to mid-October offering free transport including mountain railways and cable cars around St. Moritz
  • Personalised full detailed itinerary sent with all tickets
  • Financial protection ATOL 3148
The Swiss Travel Pass offers free travel on trains, scenic trains, PostBuses and most boats, with up to 50% discount for mountain railways and cable cars. Optional excursions may not operate year round, please check before booking. Call us on 0800 619 1200 or email us at info@swissholidayco.com
 

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Swiss Trail Pass
 

Your holiday includes a Swiss Travel Pass, covering the rail journeys below as well as many scenic excursions

Bernina Express at Poschiavo

Your scenic train journeys

You can discover more about these scenic routes by clicking below

 
 
 
 

Glacier Express video


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Glacier Express on the Landwasser Viaduct
Not quite the perfect holiday? We can tailor make it to suit you:
  • Change the direction of travel
  • Add extra nights along the way
  • Add on lakes & mountains excursions
  • Include dinner on a half board basis
  • Upgrade to superior hotel rooms
  • Upgrade to 1st class rail for extra comfort
  • Bespoke prices available 2026
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