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Travel through the scenic Swiss Alps on the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt. The slowest express train in the world.
Glacier Express crossing the Oberalp Pass. Photo by Andrea Badrut. Courtesy Rhaetische Bahn
We rate this trip as easy but you should be capable of walking about one mile per day. On one day you will take a mountain railway to an elevation of over 10,000 feet.
Spring was the ideal time to ride the Glacier Express—Lots of snow in the mountains and everything sparkles. - T.Y. - Indiana
From Zurich or any other Swiss town, we will provide you with a Swiss Travel rail pass to use to get to St. Moritz.
After a final breakfast in the hotel, your rail pass will get you to the airport for onward travel. (Note: This trip can also be offered in reverse, Zermatt to St. Moritz).
Our Alps experts and Certified Switzerland Specialists can assist with recommendations for your pre- and post-tour travel arrangements. Simply call or email us your plans and we are happy to help make the best of your vacation experience.
You will stay in carefully chosen 3- and 4-star hotels that capture the authentic charm of the Alps and will make it a luxurious experience.
The hallmark of an Alpenwild trip is our exceptional dining. All breakfasts are included in the tour price. Lunches, dinners, alcoholic beverages,specialty drinks, and related gratuities are not included.
1st Class 4-day Swiss Travel Rail pass that will also include the journey from the airport to St. Moritz and from Zermatt back to the airport on day 4
1st Class travel on the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt
Seat reservations on the Glacier Express Train
1 night accommodations in St. Moritz and 2 nights’ accommodations in Zermatt (3- and 4-star hotels)
Daily breakfast at each hotel
Airfare
Lunches and dinners
Items of a personal nature (laundry, phone calls, room service).
Gornergrat mountain excursion in Zermatt is not included, but will be a 50% discount with rail pass. You will need to purchase separate tickets while in Zermatt.
Excellence class on the Glacier Express train; but can upgrade to this option for additional charge.
Trip Insurance (can be purchased separately
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