Switzerland Rail Tours
ECHO RAILS’
13-DAY GRAND TRAIN TOUR OF SWITZERLAND
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See the best of Switzerland in comfort and at a leisurely pace on this 13 day fully guided rail tour of Switzerland.
With a maximum of just 16 passengers, the Grand Train Tour itinerary has been designed to ensure you experience Switzerland’s most famous train rides, visit the most popular attractions and spend time in some of the lesser-known, but equally as beautiful, destinations.
Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, you’ll benefit from their local knowledge as you explore destinations as diverse as Lucerne, Grindelwald, Zermatt, Andermatt, St. Moritz and Zurich.
GRAND TRAIN TOUR OF SWITZERLAND HIGHLIGHTS
- Travel by public transport including trains and buses
- Glacier Express ride
- Bernina Express ride
- GoldenPass Line ride
- Mt. Rigi excursion
- Mt. Pilatus excursion
- Jungfraujoch excursion
- Gornergrat excursion
- Furka steam train ride
- Immersive chocolate workshop
- Cheese dairy visit
- Abbey Library of St. Gallen
- Luggage transfer service
Price – US $9,585 per person twin/double share / Single supplement US $100 per night
Should you prefer a shorter tour, Echo Rails also offer a 9-day guided Grand Train Tour of Switzerland and a 7-day guided rail tour of Switzerland.
Don’t forget to add the code HTSWISS when booking to receive 5% discount.
Full details below.
GET 5% OFF YOUR SWISS RAIL TOUR
PLUS A FREE BONUS – you will receive a Digital Swiss Coupon Pass which includes 2-for-1 offers for over 100 Swiss attractions, mountain excursions, lake cruises, restaurants, museums and more. Save up to CHF 4,500!
QUOTE CODE HTSWISS when booking your rail package for 5% off.
GRAND TRAIN TOUR OF SWITZERLAND INCLUSIONS
- Two-night stays in 3* and 4* hotels with breakfast in Lucerne, Grindelwald, Zermatt, Andermatt and St. Moritz.
- Two overnight stays in 4* hotel with breakfast at Zurich Airport
- 3-course dinners and/or lunch as mentioned in the itinerary
- 1st Class Swiss Travel Pass (15 days)
- All transportation by train, bus, boat and mountain railway
- Seat reservations for the Glacier Express, Bernina Express and Luzern-Interlaken Express
- Luggage transfer between hotels
- Guided excursions to Mt. Rigi, Mt. Pilatus, Jungfraujoch and Gornergrat
- Guided walks and hikes
- Visit to UNESCO Abbey Library in St. Gallen
- Visit to cheese dairy
- Furka steam train ride
- Chocolate workshop in Interlaken
- Visit to Trummelbach Falls
- Services of an English-speaking guide throughout
- Optional pre- and post-tour add-ons available
Departure dates
2025: 8 June / 15 June / 22 June / 29 June / 6 July (sold out) / 27 July / 3 August (sold out) / 17 August / 31 August / 7 September / 14 September
2026: 7 June / 14 June / 21 June / 28 June / 5 July / 16 August / 6 September / 13 September / 20 September
ECHO RAILS’
9-DAY CHRISTMAS MARKETS RAIL TOUR
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Immerse yourself in the magic of Switzerland on Echo Rails’ Christmas Market Rail Tour.
Experience an unforgettable journey around Switzerland by train, see the cities dressed in their festive glory and visit the most authentic Christmas markets.
This 9-day small group tour includes two-night stays in four locations, 3 and 4-star accommodation with breakfast, 4 dinners, fondue dinner on a lake cruise, all rail tickets (1st class) including a ride on the Glacier Express and Gornergrat mountain railway, luggage transfers, and an English-speaking guide.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CHRISTMAS MARKET RAIL TOUR
- See Zurich, Bern, Basel and Montreux adorned with Christmas decorations
- Visit 9 Christmas Markets
- Experience the 800-year-old festival of Klausjagen in Küssnacht
- Ride on the Glacier Express and Gornergrat Bahn
- Visit Chateau Chillon
Price – US $5,999 per person twin/double share / Single supplement US $100 per night
Don’t forget to add the code HTSWISS when booking to receive 5% discount.
Full details below.
Departure dates
2025: 4 to 12 December / 2026: 4 to 12 December
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%.
GET 5% OFF YOUR SWISS RAIL TOUR
PLUS A FREE BONUS – you will receive a Digital Swiss Coupon Pass which includes 2-for-1 offers for over 100 Swiss attractions, mountain excursions, lake cruises, restaurants, museums and more. Save up to CHF 4,500!
QUOTE CODE HTSWISS when booking your rail package for 5% off.
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.
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 the Swiss Alps Grand 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.