Experience Swiss Mountains and Golden Pass Line
Overview
Discover Switzerland out of the famous scenic train Golden Pass Line. Green landscapes peppered with fairy-tale houses and crystal-clear lakes. Extension to the top of Europe: the famous Jungfraujoch at 3.454 m.Rail Journeys
- Reserved Seating
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Unique Itineraries
Itinerary
From Zurich airport or train station you will board the 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 colourful facades.
Meal Plan: No Meal
Standing approximately 2.100 meters above sea level, Mount Pilatus is one of the highest peaks in the Lucerne region. There are several ways to reach the summit: by gondola and funicular from Kriens or by cogwheel railway from Alpnachstad - the steepest in the world with a maximum gradient of about 48%. The views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps are truly spectacular. Return to Lucerne. The afternoon is free to explore on your own.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
The Lucerne-Interlaken Express 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.
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 kilometres high up in the mountains, crossing a tunnel through Mount Eiger. Upon arrival admire the breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier and the Bernese Oberland (Highland).
Meal Plan: Breakfast
We leave the Alpine landscape of the Bernese Oberland behind us 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 and daily breakfast in all hotels.
. Train tickets as mentioned in 2nd class.
. Reserved seating in 2nd class on the Luzern-Interlaken Express.
. Cogwheel Railway Ticket (in 2nd class), gondola or funicular ticket to Mount Pilatus.
. Train ticket for Jungfraujoch, reserved seating in 2nd class on the Golden Pass Express.
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. City taxes in hotels.
Notes
Departure dates: daily.
Rates do not apply during fairs etc.!
Prices subject to availability.
* The Jungfrau train only offers 2nd class. Suppl. trains in 1st class* AUD 910 Per Person.
Please note:
• Local hotel taxes not included (to be paid on site)
• In OCT 2026 the funicular and gondolas to Mount Pilatus do not operate on some days
• The Cogwheel Railway to Mount Pilatus only operates from JUN to OCT.
• Montreux Jazz festival Supplement (July 2026) on request.
All prices are indicative and starting from prices. Final price will be available based on availability and dates of travel.
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