Glacier and Bernina Expresses

From £1,099 per person // 4 days
Take a whistle-stop tour of Switzerland and experience two of its most famous rail journeys - the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express.

Glacier and Bernina Expresses

From £1,099 per person // 4 days
The Essentials
  • Travel to and from Switzerland without flying
  • Glacier Express: The world’s slowest express train!
  • Bernina Express: Cross the famous Landwasser Viaduct on your way for lunch in Italy
  • Stay in the pretty towns of Brig and Chur​
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What's included
  • Standard Class rail travel with seat reservations
  • 3 nights’ handpicked hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Comprehensive directions to your hotels
  • Clearly-presented wallets for your rail tickets, hotel vouchers and other documentation
  • All credit card surcharges and complimentary delivery of your travel documents

PLEASE NOTE: The Glacier Express does not run between mid-October and mid-December. Between these dates, you can still make the journey of the Glacier Express using public trains.

Suggested Itinerary

Glacier and Bernina Expresses
DAY 1 - LONDON TO BRIG

Catch the Eurostar this morning from London to Paris, then connect with a high-speed TGV service to Basel in northern Switzerland. Here, you board a Swiss domestic service which takes you through the increasingly-dramatic landscape and eventually to Brig, your base for the night.

Check in at the Ambassador Hotel (or similar) for your overnight stay before heading out for dinner in the centre of town.

DAY 2 - THE GLACIER EXPRESS

Board the Glacier Express and enjoy the scenery as the train climbs alongside the source of the Rhône and across to Andermatt, before climbing to over 2000 metres at the Oberalp Pass. You will follow the course of the Rhine as you make your way into Chur. Commentary is provided along the way and a lunch is served on board (payable locally).

Chur is Switzerland’s oldest town and sits on the Rhine in eastern Switzerland. Check in at the convenient ABC Swiss Quality Hotel (or similar), and in the evening either explore the Old Town or take a short excursion by train to the small town of Arosa

DAY 3 - BERNINA EXPRESS

Make your way back to the railway station in Chur in the morning for another beautiful scenic journey, the Bernina Express. The journey starts off towards St Moritz, crossing the iconic Landwasser Viaduct amongst others, and sweeping through stunning landscape before crossing a short way into Italy and arriving at the town of Tirano.

After a brief wander around and lunch in Tirano, its time to re-board the train and head back, this time offering a varied perspective on the scenery as you will be travelling in the reverse direction. Arrive back in Chur in time for dinner and a well-earned night’s rest at your hotel.

DAY 4 - RETURN TO LONDON

Leaving Chur behind this morning, you make the journey back to Basel, with a return TGV service back to London.

ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: Travel back via Brussels and break your journey with a night in Cologne so that you have time to take the slower train along the beautiful Rhine Gorge route (pictured). Ask us for details.

Typical hotels on this itinerary

Glacier and Bernina Expresses
Brig
Ambassador Hotel

This small, family-owned hotel enjoys a quiet and central location only 300 yards away from the train station in Brig. The hotel features an excellent restaurant serving French and Swiss specialities. The rooms combine a traditional ambience with modern comfort, and sound proof windows.

Chur
ABC Swiss Quality Hotel

This 4-star hotel is located just 400 yards from the railway station and offers a sauna and a steam room on site. With a pleasant bar/lounge, you’ll find the perfect place to have a drink. Guests are also welcome to make use of the free high-speed Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

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Glacier and Bernina Expresses
St Moritz
Kulm Hotel

Situated in the heart of St Moritz, the majestic Kulm Hotel offers stunning views over Lake St. Moritz. Facilities include an extensive spa and wellness area and a gourmet restaurant. One of the finest hotels in Switzerland, the Kulm is an ideal retreat for your stay in St Moritz.

Sils Maria
Waldhaus Sils

The Waldhaus Sils overlooks the alpine village of Sils Maria, 6 miles from St Moritz. This family-run hotel features three swimming pools, a spa, two restaurants and a lounge bar. Bedrooms come with all the facilities you would expect from a luxury hotel. There is also a complimentary pick-up from St Moritz station.

 

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These prices are based on two people sharing a twin or double room. It is based on Standard Class rail travel and includes seat reservations as necessary. It is based on the best fares on the trains. If you travel during a peak period, particularly at short notice, then supplements may apply.

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