Switzerland: Across the Alps

Montreux, Zermatt, Grindelwald & Luzern

12 Days, 11 Nights

from $6,160pp*

Our Package Price Includes US flights

Vacation Highlights

Travel by rail through the Alps from Montreux, Zermatt, Grindelwald, and Luzern.
Visit Europe's highest mountain railway station to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise to get a stunning view of Switzerland's most-famous mountain.
A glorious journey by boat, rail, aerial cable, and gondola to the most beautiful spots around Mt Pilatus.

Authentic private & small-group tours, premium attractions

Premium, highly-rated city-center accommodations

Fast, convenient intercity travel

Private airport transfers

24-hour customer support while on vacation

Round trip standard economy airfare from the US

What's included

* Seasonal rates may vary. Listed price is from Chicago, but you can fly from your preferred airport. Includes 1 checked, 1 carry-on & 1 personal bag per person. Price includes all airline taxes, fees & surcharges. Economy (advance seat reservation cost not included).

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About This Vacation

Fancy a trip to Switzerland without the stress? This Switzerland vacation package tours the countryside by scenic rail leaving you plenty of time to relax and soak up the stunning scenery. Our take on the grand rail tour whisks you to gorgeous alpine towns in the shadows of the Alps on the best way to travel across the country: by train. You won't be zooming from place to place, though. With boutique accommodations in Montreux, Zermatt, Grindelwald & Lucerne, you'll explore the most beautiful regions of the Alps at your own pace.

Our custom trip across the Swiss Alps begins on the shores of Lake Geneva in Montreux. Gaze at the snow-capped peaks (that you'll soon see up close) from the flower-lined promenade by the historic Chillon Castle. Take the train to stay in the high-altitude glamour of Zermatt with a view of the legendary Matterhorn. Onward, again by train, into the dramatic Bernese Oberland to reach Grindelwald, a village cradled by the massive Eiger and emerald-green pastures that feel plucked from a fairytale. Your last train takes you to the serenity of Luzern, where the medieval Chapel Bridge spans the Reuss River and the surrounding peaks of Pilatus and Rigi frame a city of timeless elegance and charm.

Day-by-day Itinerary

All of our tailor-made packages depart on the dates you choose. Small group and private tours feature local, expert guides. Send us a message if you want to customize the itinerary, or for any other special request.

1 Montreux

Montreux

After landing in Geneva, board the train for a scenic journey along the shores of Lake Geneva to reach Montreux (1h).

2 Montreux

Montreux

Visit the scenic Chillon Castle, a medieval fortress built on a rocky island. Cruise around Lake Geneva to get stunning views of the lakeside towns against the dramatic backdrop of the Alps.

3 Zermatt

Zermatt

Board the train in Montreux for the journey to Zermatt (3h). Nestled at the foot of the Matterhorn, Zermatt offers an enchanting alpine escape where breathtaking mountain vistas meet the charm of traditional Swiss chalets.

4 Zermatt

Zermatt

Take a gondola to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, the highest mountain station in Europe. Marvel at breathtaking panoramic views of the Alps and see the ice sculptures deep within the glacier.

5 Zermatt

Zermatt

Free day to explore the car-free Zermatt village.