Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk more than 5,000 steps
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Skip the tourist trains and travel the legendary route like the Swiss, with sightseeing in mountain villages along the way. This tour rides the exact route of the iconic Glacier Express, and includes scenic travel along glaciers, the breathtaking Rhine Gorge, and the Oberalp Pass.
Enjoy Swiss comfort on historic trains with your expert local guide by your side. You can enjoy a relaxed lunch (optional) and sightseeing in the charming mountain village of Disentis, before our train leads us 2000m (6560ft.) up among the glaciers over the Oberalp Pass, where we continue to the alpine ski village of Andermatt and return to Zurich.
Highlights
- Ride the Glacier Express route without the tourist ...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
2nd class day pass for all trains, buses, trams, and ferries in the entirety of Switzerland.
Meals
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Bahnhofplatz 15
Meet under the Blue Angel sculpture on the ground floor of Zurich Main Train Station.
Return
Itinerary
1
Chur
Ride to Switzerland’s oldest city
Travel through the serene landscapes of eastern Switzerland on your way to Chur, the oldest city in the country. Enjoy panoramic views from your window as you ease into the day.
1 hour
2
Rheinschlucht
Switzerland’s Grand Canyon
Pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge — a jaw-dropping natural wonder carved by ancient glaciers. Towering cliffs, winding rivers, and untouched beauty await you on this unforgettable segment.
3
Disentis
Sightseeing in the heart of the Alps
Step into the peaceful mountain village of Disentis. Here, you have time for sightseeing and the option to enjoy a traditional Swiss lunch at a cozy local restaurant, surrounded by alpine charm and fresh mountain air.
2 hours
4
Oberalp Pass
Climb to the height of the Alps
Continue your journey upwards to over 2,000 meters (6,560 feet) via the legendary Oberalp Pass. This stretch offers glacier views, high-mountain panoramas, and an unforgettable ride to the ski town of Andermatt.
5
Andermatt
Stroll through a quaint ski village
Take in the fresh air and alpine scenery in the picturesque village of Andermatt. Discover its blend of traditional charm and modern mountain elegance.
1 hour
6
Goschenen
After a day filled with scenery and stories, unwind on the scenic return trip to Zurich — with memories, photos, and alpine impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Skip the tourist trains and travel the legendary route like the Swiss, with sightseeing in mountain villages along the way. This tour rides the exact route of the iconic Glacier Express, and includes scenic travel along glaciers, the breathtaking Rhine Gorge, and the Oberalp Pass.
Enjoy Swiss comfort on historic trains with your expert local guide by your side. You can enjoy a relaxed lunch (optional) and sightseeing in the charming mountain village of Disentis, before our train leads us 2000m (6560ft.) up among the glaciers over the Oberalp Pass, where we continue to the alpine ski village of Andermatt and return to Zurich.
Highlights
- Ride the Glacier Express route without the tourist ...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
2nd class day pass for all trains, buses, trams, and ferries in the entirety of Switzerland.
Meals
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Bahnhofplatz 15
Meet under the Blue Angel sculpture on the ground floor of Zurich Main Train Station.
