Glacier Express Zermatt – Chur

The world's slowest express train through the Swiss Alps, with highlights from the beginning to the end.

On this impressive train journey you will cross 291 bridges and pass through 91 tunnels, along natural landscapes, deep gorges and up to the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 meters. Treat yourself to culinary delights in the panorama coach during the train journey. The on-board fresh cuisine serves you a fine 3-course meal.Enjoy Zermatt and the alpine atmosphere at the foot of the Matterhorn.Chur is famous for its special climate, the homelike atmosphere, the cultural diversity, the natural and recreational areas close to the city, almost unlimited sports and leisure facilities, the attractive centre with the picturesque old town and the mediterranean influences.

Highlights

UNESCO World Heritage Site, Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch. Imposing mountain ranges, rustic valleys and the largest contiguous glaciated area in the Alps. The World Heritage Site is one of the most spectacular high mountain landscapes in the world.
UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rhaetian Railway in the Albula/Bernina landscape. The Albula/Bernina railroad line is considered one of the most spectacular routes in the world. The actual World Heritage route runs from Thusis to Tirano over 122 kilometers across 196 bridges and through 55 tunnels.
Rhine Gorge, the Grand Canyon of Switzerland. The "Grand Canyon of Switzerland" impresses with its diverse and impressive landscape. The Rhine winds for 14 kilometers between Ilanz and Reichenau in its original riverbed, past 350 m high, white cliffs.
Zermatt mountain world, be fascinated by the unique Zermatt mountain world

Travel itinerary

Travel details

Travel programm

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1st day: Arrival in Zermatt

Rail journey from the place of residence in Switzerland, Swiss border or Swiss airport to Zermatt. Enjoy today in Zermatt or make an excursion to the Gornergrat. From Zermatt, Europe's highest open-air cog railway leads to the Gornergrat. The train crosses impressive bridges, galleries and tunnels. From the summit you have a magnificent panoramic view of the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc and other peaks covered with snow, rising above 4000 m. If you want to go even higher, you should include the excursion Matterhorn Glacier Paradise in your program. Overnight stay in the hotel of your choice.
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2nd day: Glacier Express from Zermatt to Chur and departure home

Breakfast at the hotel. Today you travel on the Glacier Express, one of the most important and impressive train journeys in the world. A 6-hour train trip over bridges, through tunnels and over the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 m. Travel in comfort through the natural beauty of an unspoiled landscape, with ancient, perfumed mountain forests, peaceful Alpine meadows, rushing mountain rivers and mountain valleys, steeped in tradition and centuries-old culture. Chur is the oldest town in Switzerland, the Alpine town between North and South. The traffic-free old town with more than 500 shops is the largest shopping centre between Zurich and Milan. Or walk around the charming farmers' market on Saturday. Here you are guaranteed to find some treats for your loved ones at home. Individual journey home in Switzerland, Swiss border or Swiss airport from Chur.