Swiss Mountains and Golden Pass Line
Overview
Scenic rail tour of Switzerland. R Hotels near the train stations. R Spectacular alpine landscape.Rail Journeys
- Reserved Seating
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Unique Itineraries
Itinerary
Arrival at Zurich airport and travel by train to Lucerne. Famous for its medieval bridge, Lucerne is one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. Make sure to visit the historic city centre with its colorful facades.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Standing approximately 2.100 meters above sea level, Mount Pilatus is one of the highest peaks in the Lucerne region. From Kriens ascend in an alpine gondola and funicularto the summit. Enjoy the spectacular views of the alpine landscape in winter! Return to Lucerne and free time.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
The Golden Pass Line travels in approximately two hours from Lucerne to Interlaken. Nestled between Thun Lake and Brienz Lake, Interlaken is a pleasant city that makes the perfect starting point for exploring the nearby mountains, including world famous peaks such as Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Travel to the top of Europe! Jungfraujoch offers a year-round winter wonderland of snow and ice. Disembark at the highest train station in Europe, at an elevation of 3.454 m. Built in 1912, the train travels approx. 9 kilometers high up in the mountains, crossing a tunnel through Mount Eiger. Upon arrival admire the breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier and the BerneseOberland (Highland).
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Leave the Alpine landscape of the BerneseOberland behind you and travel by Golden Pass line to the Swiss Riviera. The city of Montreux is world renowned for its jazz festival and its beautiful setting on Lake Geneva. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along Montreux’s pleasant lakeside boulevard.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
The morning is free to spend at your leisure. Around noon return to Zurich by train.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
Accommodation in the hotels of the selected category with breakfast.
Swiss Travel Pass 2nd class.
Seat reservation on the Brünig Express/Golden Pass Line Lucerne – Interlaken.
Ticket to Mount Pilatus in 2nd Class.
Train Tickets to Jungfraujoch on the cogwheel train in 2nd Class and seat reservation on the Golden Pass Line Interlaken - Montreux.
Exclusions
International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Hotel stay at 3 and 4 Star hotels or similar.
Departure dates: daily.
Prices subject to availability.
Rates do not apply during fairs etc.!
Please note:
The hotels are nearby train station, hence require no transfers.
Does not include city taxes in hotels(to be paid on site).
The Jungfrau train only offers 2nd class, The 1st class supplement* AUD 987 Per Person.
