GoldenPass Express - Prestige Class (for international guests)
Marvel at the breathtaking scenery and enjoy a panoramic journey in a class of its own, which takes you from Central Switzerland through the Bernese Oberland with its majestic mountain peaks to the beautiful Lake Geneva region. Enjoy the fantastic Alpine panorama through the panoramic windows on the Luzern-Interlaken Express. From Interlaken, the GoldenPass Express takes you to Montreux without changing trains. The Prestige Class has comfortable, individually adjustable and heated seats that can be turned so that you always travel in the direction of travel. The 40 cm higher compartment makes you feel as if you are sitting in the middle of the landscape.
Highlights
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Lucerne and the famous Chapelle Bridge, on the shores of Lake Lucerne.
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Lake Geneva, the Lavaux vineyards listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Montreux and the medieval Chillon Castle.
Travel details
Travel programm
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1ˢᵗ day: arrival in Lucerne
Arrival in Lucerne by train. After a relaxed arrival, you will immediately be enthralled by this charming city, as you are right in the middle of the action after just a few metres. Lucerne offers an impressive combination of water, mountains and city. It is located on one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, Lake Lucerne. The city's landmarks are the 14th century Chapel Bridge and the Water Tower. Overnight in Lucerne.
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2ⁿᵈ day: GoldenPass Line (5h15)
Breakfast at the hotel. While the beautiful scenery of the Brünig Pass passes you by your window, you travel in comfort with the Central Railway to Interlaken. Interlaken is the gateway to the three mighty mountains Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau and is embedded between Lake Thun and the shimmering turquoise blue Lake Brienz. Enjoy the beautiful view of the mountain panorama of the Bernese Oberland. Then continue with the GoldenPass Express to Montreux. The journey takes you through the Bernese Oberland along Lake Thun, past Zweisimmen to the breathtaking vineyard terraces of Lavaux, which nestle along the shores of Lake Geneva. When you stroll along the lake after arriving in Montreux, you will pass the statue of the legendary Freddy Mercury. He too appreciated the tranquility of the place and wrote some of his songs in Montreux. Overnight in Montreux.
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3ʳᵈ day: Montreux and return journey
Breakfast at the hotel. Take the opportunity to visit Chillon Castle, an architectural gem located about 4 km from Montreux. This historic monument has stood on its rocky island on the shores of Lake Geneva since the 12th century. Individual return journey.
This tour can also be booked in the opposite direction.
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Impressions
Services
Included in the price
- Swiss Travel Pass 3 days in 1st class
- Seat reservation in the Luzern-Interlaken Express and GoldenPass Express in the Prestige Class
- 1 night in Lucerne, 4*-hotel, standard double room with breakfast
- 1 night in Montreux, 4*-hotel, standard double room with breakfast
- 50% discount on most mountain railways, free entry at more than 500 museums
