ECHO RAILS TOURS OF SWITZERLAND

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Echo Rails Tours of Switzerland

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland (Ultimate) – 16 days

  • Small group size (max. 16 participants)
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Two-night stays at authentic 3* and 4* hotels/lodges
  • Daily buffet breakfast; 2 lunches; 11 dinners
  • Luggage transfers throughout the trip
  • Early check-in on day one
  • 1st class Swiss Travel Pass
  • Mountain excursions: Matterhorn, Jungfrau, Pilatus & Rigi
  • World-famous St. Gallen Monastery and library
  • Bellagio & Lake Como cruise
  • Flexible easy walks, hikes, and other activities

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – 13 days

  • Small group size (max. 16 participants)
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Carefully selected 3* and 4* hotels
  • Daily buffet breakfast; 1 lunch; 10 dinners
  • Scenic rides on Glacier Express, Bernina Express & GoldenPass Line
  • Mountain excursions: Mt. Rigi, Mt. Pilatus, Jungfraujoch & Gornergrat
  • Furka steam train ride
  • Immersive chocolate workshop
  • Cheese dairy visit
  • Abbey Library of St. Gallen
  • 1st class Swiss Travel Pass
  • Luggage transfer service

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland (The Swiss Icon Collection) – 13 days

  • Small group size (max. 16 participants)
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Two-night stays at authentic 3* and 4* hotels/lodges
  • Daily buffet breakfasts; 3 lunches; 8 dinners
  • 5 panoramic train rides
  • Luggage transfers throughout the trip
  • Early check-in from 11:00 AM on arrival day
  • 1st class Swiss Travel Pass
  • Peaks: Matterhorn, Jungfrau, Pilatus & Rigi
  • Travel with world-class public transport

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland – 9 days

  • Small group size (max 16 participants)
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Overnight stays at authentic 3* & 4* hotels
  • Daily buffet breakfast; 7 dinners
  • Luggage transfers throughout the trip
  • 1st class Swiss Travel Pass
  • World-famous panoramic trains
  • Gornergrat scenic ride
  • Excursions to Mt. Rigi & Mt. Pilatus
  • Visit to artisanal mountain dairy
  • Chocolate workshop

Grand Alpine Rail Journey – 13 days

  • Small group size (max. 16 participants)
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Carefully selected 3* and 4* hotels
  • Daily buffet breakfast; 3 lunches; 8 dinners
  • Luggage transfers throughout the trip
  • Early check-in from 11:00 AM on arrival day
  • 1st class Swiss Travel Pass
  • Lake Como
  • Mountain excursions from Zermatt and Chamonix
  • Two fairytale castles – Château de Chillon & Gruyères Castle
  • Brienzer Rothorn steam train
  • The spectacular Aare Gorge
  • Wine tasting in the Valais

Winter Wonderland By Train – 8 days

  • Small group size (max 16 participants)
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Carefully selected 3* and 4* hotels
  • Daily buffet breakfast; 2 lunches; 2 dinners
  • Luggage transfers throughout the trip (except on Glacier Express)
  • 1st class Swiss Pass
  • Magical winter journeys on the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass Line and Voralpen Express
  • Gornergrat mountain excursion
  • Visit Château de Chillon
  • Chocolate workshop

Christmas Markets Train Tour of Switzerland -10 days

  • Small group size (max 16 participants)
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Carefully selected 3* and 4* hotels
  • Daily buffet breakfast; 1 lunch; 4 dinners
  • Luggage transfers throughout the trip
  • 1st class Swiss Pass
  • 10 Christmas Markets experiences, including the oldest and the biggest in Switzerland
  • 800-year-old festival of Klausjagen in KĂĽssnacht
  • Ride on the Glacier Express and Gornergrat Bahn
  • Visit Château de Chillon

Self-Guided Rail Tours of Switzerland

  • Carefully selected 3* and 4* hotels
  • Daily buffet breakfast
  • Choose your duration – from 3 days to 13 days
  • 1st class Swiss Travel Pass
  • Activities as per itinerary
  • Meet & greet at airport on arrival
  • Dedicated helpline everyday from 9 am to 5 pm

ABOUT ECHO RAILS

Echo Rails is a Lucerne-based business that offers small group tours and private tours in Switzerland.  With a passion for providing sustainable travel solutions, all Echo Rails tours use Switzerland’s excellent public transport system.

To ensure their clients have a hassle-free experience, all Echo Rails and Trails tours are accompanied by a knowledgeable, English-speaking guide.

Echo Rails, with over 15 years experience, holds the certified  specialist accreditation from Switzerland Tourism and has received a Hall of Fame award from TripAdvisor with 150+ five-star reviews.

To find out more about this small group tour of Switzerland by train, and to make a booking,click here.
Don’t forget to add the code HTSWISS to the Promo Box when booking to save 5%.

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HOLIDAYS TO SWITZERLAND EXCLUSIVE OFFER

Holidays to Switzerland readers can benefit from a 5% discount when they book the Swiss Alps Grand Rail Tour. Simply quote the code HTSWISS in the Promo Code box when making your booking to qualify for the discount. 

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Important Information

  • The code HTSWISS must be added during the booking process in order to qualify for the discount. It cannot be added on completion of the booking.
  • 5% discount will apply to the total package price.
  • Cancellation fees may apply – please refer to the cancellation policy information and all terms and conditions here.

Ready to book your place on a Swiss Alps rail tour? Click here to get started.
Don’t forget to add the code HTSWISS in the Promo Box when booking to get 5% discount.

Please note: Holidays to Switzerland is not a travel agent or tour operator and does not make reservations on behalf of clients. By booking with one of our partner travel companies, you are accepting their terms and conditions. Holidays to Switzerland may receive a referral fee/commission when you book with one of our travel partners.

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