6-Nights Grand Train Tour of Switzerland: Winter Magic Tour - Rail Journeys from $3,223

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrive in Interlaken

Individual travel to Interlaken via Lucerne. Interlaken sits in the heart of the Bernese Oberland and the Swiss Alps. It is the gateway to the Jungfrau region with the famous peaks Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Interlaken nestles between the two beautiful lakes of Thun and Brienz at the foot of the Jungfrau massif. There is so much to do in Interlaken and the surrounding area is a holiday region like no other; consider a mountain excursion to the Jungfraujoch or Schilthorn (Not included).

Overnight in Interlaken.

Hotel: Hotel Krebs (4 Star Rating)

A warm welcome to Hotel Krebs! Centrally located, just a short foot walk from the train station West, the Hotel Krebs is equally popular with business travelers and also tourists. 2008 renovated 37 rooms and 7 suites are modernly furbished and boost friendly colours. In the interest of guests, Hotel Krebs exclusively disposes of non-smoking rooms. The use of the internet and Wi-Fi is free of charge, and all rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi access.

Breakfast at the hotel. Interlaken is a winter paradise with many magical moments waiting to be discovered. In the midst of the snow-covered mountain peaks and the glittering lake landscape, a magical natural idyll awaits you. Will you visit a mountain, explore on a winter hike or ski down a fresh piste? Combine with a fun ski day activity in the Jungfrau Ski Region. Ski in Grindelwald-Wengen, Grindelwald-First and Mürren-Schilthorn (not included).

Overnight in Interlaken.

Hotel: Hotel Krebs (4 Star Rating)

A warm welcome to Hotel Krebs! Centrally located, just a short foot walk from the train station West, the Hotel Krebs is equally popular with business travelers and also tourists. 2008 renovated 37 rooms and 7 suites are modernly furbished and boost friendly colours. In the interest of guests, Hotel Krebs exclusively disposes of non-smoking rooms. The use of the internet and Wi-Fi is free of charge, and all rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi access.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Zermatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn and this snow assured resort offers lots of original character and unlimited possibilities. Combine with a fun ski day activity in the Zermatt Glacier Paradise or see the best view of the Matterhorn from Gornergrat. (not included).

Overnight in Zermatt.

Hotel: Le Mirabeau Hotel and Spa (4 Star Rating)

The Hotel Mirabeau is tranquilly situated only a few minutes walk from the Zermatt main railway station and the famous Gornergrat station. A traditional family resort, it is owned by the second and managed by the third generation of the Julen family. Le Mirabeau is famous for "l'art de Vivre" or the "fine way of life"; with its extensive gastronomic offering featuring several restaurants and bars; and superb wellness facilities, complemented by magnificent views of the Matterhorn.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day of Leisure to explore the region with multiple optional excursion options.

Overnight stay in Zermatt.

Hotel: Le Mirabeau Hotel and Spa (4 Star Rating)

The Hotel Mirabeau is tranquilly situated only a few minutes walk from the Zermatt main railway station and the famous Gornergrat station. A traditional family resort, it is owned by the second and managed by the third generation of the Julen family. Le Mirabeau is famous for "l'art de Vivre" or the "fine way of life"; with its extensive gastronomic offering featuring several restaurants and bars; and superb wellness facilities, complemented by magnificent views of the Matterhorn.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Today discover the many highlights along the Glacier Express route. The trip between Zermatt and St. Moritz is unforgettable. Surrounded by a fantastic mountain panorama, the journey leads eastwards into the Upper Rhone valley which reaches 1,366m at Oberwald, passing Andermatt onwards to the Oberlap Pass before winding its way upwards to 2,034m (the highest point of the journey). The journey continues on a decent along the Rhine valley to Chur at 595m (the lowest point of the route). The landscape looks very dramatic in the Rhine gorge between IIanz and Reichenau. The journey ends in St. Mortiz, the world-renowned winter sport resort in the snowy Engadine.

Overnight in St. Moritz.

Hotel: Art Boutique Hotel Monopol (4 Star Rating)

In the heart of the pedestrian area / amidst the latest designer shops and boutiques. A cable car to the largest ski area is a 3-minute walk away. The Hotel Monopol is a first-class establishment in the heart of St Moritz This hotel opened in 1911 and was completely refurbished in 2012 Located in the pedestrian area only a few steps away from the Corviglia lift The hotel has 73 tastefully and comfortably furnished rooms one lounge and bar and a rooftop terrace with a panoramic view The wellness is over the roofs of St Moritz and offers sauna jacuzzi fitness massages and beauty treatments.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Board a regional train to Pontresina and change to the Bernina Express panoramic train to Tirano. Enjoy from your seat the wintery scenes through the Upper Engadine Valley. The train continues to the highest peaks of the Canton of Graubunden and the Morteratsch Glacier, where the ascent up the Bernina Pass begins. Lago Bianco will come into sight and at this time of year covered in snow. Soon after reach the highest point of 2,253m at Ospizio Bernina before the dramatic decent down via Alp Grum starts which offers magnificent views of the Palu Glacier. Arrive in the northern Italian town of Tirano. Return to St. Mortiz by regional train service.

Overnight in St. Moritz.

Hotel: Art Boutique Hotel Monopol (4 Star Rating)

In the heart of the pedestrian area / amidst the latest designer shops and boutiques. A cable car to the largest ski area is a 3-minute walk away. The Hotel Monopol is a first-class establishment in the heart of St Moritz This hotel opened in 1911 and was completely refurbished in 2012 Located in the pedestrian area only a few steps away from the Corviglia lift The hotel has 73 tastefully and comfortably furnished rooms one lounge and bar and a rooftop terrace with a panoramic view The wellness is over the roofs of St Moritz and offers sauna jacuzzi fitness massages and beauty treatments.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Individual return journey to your ending point in Switzerland.

Meal(s): Breakfast