September 10-19, 2027

Scenic Switzerland
by Train

"Travel with Joy" Group

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Deposit Due: ASAP to reserve your spot
Final Payment Due: July 1, 2027
Travel Dates: September 10-19, 2027

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This Scenic Switzerland by Train tour is the perfect way to see Switzerland’s breathtaking mountains, charming mountain resorts, fascinating old towns, and beautiful lakes—all while you relax aboard Switzerland’s famous trains. 

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This special “Travel with Joy” group is reserved for my clients and anyone NEW to Lisell Travel. If you’d like to join our group (or learn more), just reach out to Joy at bgetravel@lisell.com or 214.476.3216

If you already work with another Lisell Travel advisor, please reach out to them and they can offer more information about this trip on an alternative departure date.


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about the trip

Traveling through Switzerland by train offers a world-class, scenic experience, featuring an extensive, punctual network connecting cities, mountains, and lakes.You’ll overnight in Zurich, Lucerne, Lausanne, the Zermatt area, and St. Moritz. One of the highlights of this Switzerland train tour is the train journey aboard the Glacier Express from Zermatt, a picturesque cluster of rustic chalets beneath the majestic Matterhorn, to glitzy St.Moritz, one of the world’s most famous resorts. From your carriage windows, marvel at the thundering waterfalls, impressive snow-capped peaks, glacial ice fields, lush meadows, and picture-perfect villages. On this Switzerland train tour, you’ll also love the journey aboard the Bernina Express (aka, the red train) from St Moritz to Tirano, Italy. Traveling on the highest railway across the Alps, you’ll witness glistening glaciers, stunning mountain streams, and alpine scenery, through tunnels and over bridges that are engineering masterpieces! But that’s not all…in Zermatt you’ll also experience the Gornergrat cog railway, Europe’s highest. You’ll cross remarkable bridges, pass through tunnels along rocky ravines and beautiful lakes. The views of the Matterhorn from the top are nothing short of spectacular! Another celebrated rail journey you’ll experience on this tour through Switzerland is aboard the Golden Pass Panoramic train to Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva and known as the “Swiss Riviera.” You’ll feel immersed in the landscapes passing you by. Stunning scenery and thrilling train rides…there’s no better way to see scenic Switzerland! So, grab your camera and get ready for an amazing, value-minded adventure!

Day-to-day itinerary

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Zurich with the help of the CosmosGO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.

Board the train for your journey from Zurich to Lucerne. Lucerne is one of Switzerland’s most idyllic medieval cities, surrounded by a beautiful lake and nestled amidst snow-capped Alps. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the delights of this charming city such as the famous wooden bridge or the picturesque town centre.

Depart Lucerne on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express. Cross Brunig Pass en route to Interlaken and spend some time strolling through the quaint streets or aim a little higher with an optional excursion by funicular to the Harder Kulm for lunch and magnificent views of the legendary Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. From Interlaken, take the Golden Pass panoramic train for your unforgettable journey to Montreux, then continue to Lausanne.

Discover the delightful Swiss mountain region of Zermatt. En route, stop to visit the town of Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, surrounded by vineyards against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered Alps. Enjoy some free time or consider an optional guided excursion to Chillon Castle. standing as solid as its rocky island on which it has endured on the water’s edge for nearly four centuries. Enjoy a wine tasting of local wine before continuing by train to Zermatt.

An included excursion takes you to the famous Gornergrat, traveling on board Europe’s highest rack railway. The views of the Matterhorn from its summit are nothing short of spectacular. The rest of the day is at leisure in Zermatt—with a variety of interesting shops, cafés, bars, and picturesque streets to explore.

The train journey today aboard the spectacular Glacier Express is without a doubt one of the main highlights of the tour. Enjoy unforgettable views as you make your way through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Alps on the direct route to the world-famous mountain resort of St. Moritz. This picture-perfect town is more than just a holiday resort. It was also the birthplace of Alpine winter tourism (in 1864) and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. Stretch your legs this evening, and admire the beautiful chalets decorated with gorgeous geraniums.

Take the Bernina Express train (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to Tirano and back for one of Europe’s most spectacular and breathtaking train rides. Travel across the lofty Bernina Pass via the Swiss Poschiavo area to Tirano in the Italian Valtellina, witnessing an array of beautiful mountain streams, glaciers, and alpine scenery along the way.

Leave St. Moritz for the journey back to Zurich. Enjoy some time at leisure and take a stroll around the city center. Perhaps indulge in some chocolate tasting or follow the course of the river Limmat until it reaches the banks of Lake Zurich. Tonight enjoy a farewell drink and dinner at your hotel to say goodbye to your travelling companions.

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

TRIP details

What's included

Your Tour Includes:
  • Golden Pass Panoramic train to Montreux
  • Orientation tour of Montreux, the “Swiss Riviera”
  • Scenic Glacier Express train
  • Bernina Express train from St. Moritz to Tirano
  • Visit to Lucerne
  • Gornergrat cog railway ride
  • Scenic orientation tour of Interlaken
  • 7 breakfasts
  • 3 dinners
  • Included excursions each stop with Optional ones offered in addition
  • Luggage transfer from one hotel to the next
  • Escorted Tour Director
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
  • Lavaux (Vineyard Terraces)
  • Rhaetian Railway in the Albula / Bernina Landscapes

FLights

International flights are not included.

Payments

A refundable (until June 1, 2026) deposit of $250 per person is required to secure your room.
The remaining balance is due by July 1, 2027.

Cancellation Policy

  • Final Payment – 30 Days Prior to Departure 50%
  • 29 – 1 Day Prior to Departure 80%
  • Day of Departure 100%

DO I NEED A PASSPORT?

All members of your travel party, regardless of age, need a valid passport for international trips. Please be aware that a passport BOOK is mandatory for air travel. Passport Cards are not accepted.

If you already have a passport, take a moment to check its expiration date to ensure it will be valid for your upcoming journey. Additionally, it's recommended by the U.S. State Department to have at least 6 months of validity remaining on your passport after your return trip date.

For detailed information on the passport application process, you can visit the U.S. Department of State website


Who do i contact for more information?

This special “Travel with Joy” group is reserved for my clients and anyone NEW to Lisell Travel. If you’d like to join our group (or learn more), just reach out to me.
Email: BGEtravel@lisell.com
Phone: 214-476-3216

If you already work with another Lisell Travel advisor, please reach out to them and they can offer more information about this trip on an alternative departure date.



Pricing

  • Double Occupancy - $4,169 per person
  • Single Occupancy - $4,679

Urgent & important passport information

A passport is required. Current passport process time is up to 8 weeks. 

If you do not have a passport yet, this doesn’t allow much time for a hiccup. I strongly recommend that you get your passport applications submitted NOW! 

If you have a passport, check your expiration date NOW!

Do not wait, do not pass go, because there is NO get out of jail free card on this thing! DO NOT get a Passport card because it is cheaper. That only works for travel by car, crossing the borders to Mexico and Canada.
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We believe that your upcoming trip is a significant investment. For this reason, we strongly recommend comprehensive travel protection. If you choose to decline this valuable coverage, you are assuming any financial loss associated with your travel arrangements. Anything can happen while you are away from home. Whether your flight is delayed due to bad weather, you need to find a doctor or hospital, or your passport gets stolen, you will have access to 24/7 emergency travel assistance services.


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