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The 15 Best Train Journeys in Switzerland

28 tours  ·  from $26 a head

A country where the railway reaches places the road gave up on, and the timetable holds. These 15 cover the Bernina and Gotthard runs, the rack railways and the passes, with fares, seat reservations and what a travel pass replaces.

From Zurich: Day Trip to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe - Interlaken gives you a short taste of the resort town
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From Zurich: Day Trip to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

1.Day Trip to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,378 reviews · 12 hours · from $367Our pick

Travel from Zurich to Jungfraujoch with a multilingual guide such as Marianne, Bruno, Andrea, or Sonia. You’ll pass Lake Brienz, pause in Interlaken, ride the Eiger Express to the glacier, and reach Europe’s highest railway station by cogwheel train. Expect a tightly managed 12-hour day, spectacular scenery, and at least two hours at the summit.

“Guides were very knowledgeable and personable. Loved the chance to try different trains and routes. It was great to see all the different towns and sights. Highly recommend!”

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Lucerne: Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise - Meeting the coach near Lucerne station
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Lucerne: Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise

2.Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,338 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $212

From Lucerne, you travel by coach, gondola, aerial Dragon Ride, cogwheel train, and boat to experience Mt. Pilatus. An English-speaking guide such as Gaby, Judith, Yolanda, or Dominik keeps the connections clear, while you get free time for short walks and mountain views. The boat return operates through October 18, 2026.

“Yolanda is a great guide. The weather is just well fit, and I love every moments up there. Transport, very good. Can’t wait to visit once again!”

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Milan to St. Moritz: Scenic Bernina Train Tour with Guide - The coach from Milan and the climb over Maloja Pass
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Milan to St. Moritz: Scenic Bernina Train Tour with Guide

3.Milan to St. Moritz: Scenic Bernina Train Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,840 reviews · 12.5 hours · from $123

Travel from Milan to St. Moritz by air-conditioned coach, with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide and a scenic Bernina rail journey. Depending on train availability, you may board in Tirano, St. Moritz, or Thusis. Expect mountain passes, Morteratsch Glacier, openable train windows, and about two hours of free time in St. Moritz.

“It was a great experience, better than expected! We’ve been there in 9th of November and we had a beautiful sunny day. Scenic was amazing, the guide provided us lot of inside informations. We loved it so much that we’ll do it again for sure!”

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From Interlaken: Guided Tour to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe - The gondola from Grindelwald to the Eiger Glacier
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From Interlaken: Guided Tour to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

4.Guided Tour to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,649 reviews · 7 hours · from $342

Travel from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch with a multilingual guide, using a coach, gondola, and cogwheel train. You’ll visit the Sphinx Terrace, Plateau, Ice Palace, and Alpine Sensation, with at least two hours at the summit. Guides such as Olga, David, Roberto, and Thomas have helped make the day easy to follow.

“We were staying in interlocking area and did not want to mess with trying to drive and figure things out. We met the bus and they were very organized. Had a great time and they definitely told us the tricks and tips that we needed to know. Made the trip worth the money. Most expensive excursion we’ve ever done but is the coolest thing we’ve ever done. Glad we went.”

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Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat - What a typical pass day looks like
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Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat

5.Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,631 reviews · 3 - 15 days · from $327

The Swiss Travel Pass gives you unlimited train, bus, and boat travel for 3 to 15 days, plus entry to more than 500 museums and discounts on mountain rides. Choose a continuous or Flexi pass, show the digital ticket with your passport, and use the SBB app to plan trips across Switzerland.

“Quick to respond to messages. Easy purchase and received tickets quickly”

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Interlaken: Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm - Walking from Interlaken-Ost to the Harderbahn
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Interlaken: Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm

6.Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,469 reviews · 1 day · from $49

Take the short funicular from Interlaken Harderbahn to Harder Kulm, 1,322 meters above sea level. Spend the day at the Two Lakes Bridge, glass-bottom viewpoint, and hilltop restaurant, then return when you choose. The ride takes about 10 minutes each way. Food and drinks cost extra, and clear weather matters most.

“Great views. The prices of the restaurants there, are similar that on the city (it’s good)”

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From Milan: Bernina Train, Swiss Alps & St. Moritz Day Trip - St. Moritz in 105 minutes
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From Milan: Bernina Train, Swiss Alps & St. Moritz Day Trip

7.Bernina Train, Swiss Alps & St. Moritz Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,120 reviews · from $120

Travel from Milan by air-conditioned coach to St. Moritz, then ride the Bernina Red Train through high Alpine scenery to Tirano. Your English-speaking guide, who may be Alejandro, Maria Cristina, Chiara, or another TAOTRAVEL leader, handles the day while you enjoy open-window views, free time, and a chocolate stop.

“Alejandro our guide was great. Funny, explainable and punctual.”

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From Milan: Bernina Train Guided Tour to St. Moritz - Tirano gives you a short taste of Italy
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From Milan: Bernina Train Guided Tour to St. Moritz

8.Bernina Train Guided Tour to St. Moritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 948 reviews · from $127

Spend 11 hours traveling from Milan through Tirano and the Bernina Range to St. Moritz. Your English-speaking guide leads the train journey, points out the Palü Glacier from Alp Grüm, and gives you free time in St. Moritz. Guides such as Patrizia, Luigi, and Monica have been praised for their warmth and organization. Meals are not included.

“It was a great experience and guide was very knowledgeable and experienced.”

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From Milan: St Moritz & Alps Day Trip with Bernina Red Train - The Bernina Red Train to Tirano
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From Milan: St Moritz & Alps Day Trip with Bernina Red Train

9.St Moritz & Alps Day Trip with Bernina Red Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 851 reviews · from $104

Travel from Milan to St. Moritz by coach, then ride the Bernina Red Train with opening windows through the Alps to Tirano. An English-speaking guide stays with you all day. Expect grand scenery, limited free time, plenty of walking, and a long return ride.

“Jo and Luca provided a wonderful trip. Breath taking scenery and great knowledge shared.”

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Geneva: Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour - Starting in Geneva’s Old Town by mini-train
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Geneva: Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour

10.Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 501 reviews · 1 day · from $43

Use a 24-hour ticket for Geneva’s International District bus route, Old Town mini-train, and seasonal parks-and-residences train. Expect multilingual audio, short photo stops, and scenic views of Lake Geneva. It is best understood as a set of three sightseeing routes, not a classic hop-on, hop-off service.

“24 hour ticket was great, did two of the tours one afternoon and the third the following morning. One bus trip but its not hop on hop off really, and two road trains, which are also not hop on and off. Good commentary.”

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From Milan: Bernina Red Train to St Moritz Guided Tour - St. Moritz in one brisk hour
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From Milan: Bernina Red Train to St Moritz Guided Tour

11.Bernina Red Train to St Moritz Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 258 reviews · 13 hours · from $162

Travel from Milan by luxury coach through Lombardy and Lake Como country, then ride the Bernina Red Train across the Alps toward Tirano or St. Moritz. Your guide leads in English or Spanish, with guides such as Hajo, Andrea, Marco, Monica, and Tati praised for warm, capable service. Expect a long day, strong mountain views, and limited free time in St. Moritz.

“Wonderful trip! Our guide Tati was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful! I wish we would have had more time in St. Moritz.”

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Gruyères Tour from Geneva With Train, Chocolate and Cheese - Leaving Geneva by coach
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Gruyères Tour from Geneva With Train, Chocolate and Cheese

12.Gruyères Tour from Geneva With Train, Chocolate and Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 258 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $305

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Geneva to Broc and Gruyères by coach, with a Maison Cailler chocolate tasting, Gruyère cheese visit, fondue, free time in the medieval village, and a GoldenPass train ride to Montreux. Guides such as Roger, David, Babis, and Aristotle are often praised for clear instructions and lively commentary.

“Truly an enchanting day in Gruyere and surrounding area. Our guide, David was excellent along with his sense of humor.”

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Geneva: Gruyères Tour with Chocolate, Cheese & Golden Train - Maison Cailler: A Sweet First Stop
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Geneva: Gruyères Tour with Chocolate, Cheese & Golden Train

13.Gruyères Tour with Chocolate, Cheese & Golden Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 134 reviews · 10 hours · from $297

Join an English-speaking guide such as Roger or Amin for a 10-hour outing from Geneva to Cailler, La Maison du Gruyère, Gruyères, and Montreux. You’ll taste Swiss chocolate and fondue, explore a medieval hill town, and ride a panoramic train. The pace is full, the scenery is excellent, and comfortable shoes are essential.

“It was an amazing experience! Roger and Amin are wonderful and the group was great. Surely will go with Keytour again. Thank you!”

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Lugano: 4.5-Hour Monte Bré Visit w/ Funicular Ride - What makes Brè village worth the walk
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Lugano: 4.5-Hour Monte Bré Visit w/ Funicular Ride

14.Lugano: 4.5-Hour Monte Bré Visit w/ Funicular Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 114 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $26Best value

Join a multilingual guide at Lugano’s Via Magatti 6 for a boat ride to Cassarate, a funicular ascent of Monte Brè, and a guided walk through Brè village. Expect excellent Lake Lugano views, Ticinese houses, art, and several miles of walking, mostly downhill or gently sloping.

“Cristina was a great tour guide! We had a lot of fun getting a feel for the actual lifestyle and history of the area”

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From Milan: Scenic Alps Day Trip with Bernina Train Ride - Lake Como comes first
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From Milan: Scenic Alps Day Trip with Bernina Train Ride

15.Scenic Alps Day Trip with Bernina Train Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 100 reviews · 12.5 hours · from $206

Travel from Milan to Lake Como, Tirano, and St. Moritz with an English-speaking guide in a small group of up to 18. The highlight is a 105-minute Bernina Train ride through alpine valleys, gorges, glaciers, and high passes. Guides such as Luca, Silvia, Mari, and Paola are praised for clear explanations and thoughtful help.

“Our tour guides were excellent very knowledgeable. Everything was perfect. Amazing time.”

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New in Switzerland Train Journeys

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