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Swiss Christmas Snow Train Adventure -2026

Swiss Christmas Snow Train Adventure 2026

Duration

8 Days

Departure Dates

20th December 2026

Prices from

£2,095 Per person

Experience a magical Christmas amidst Switzerland's wintry lake and mountain scenery on this snow train adventure with a difference. Journey on the scenic GoldenPass Line, travel the route of the Glacier Express, discover the historic Rigi Railway, and ride the breathtaking Titlis Rotair. Enjoy free time to explore wonderful Lucerne and indulge in Christmas Dinner at our beautiful lakeside hotel with fabulous panoramic views.

Lake Lucerne ©Shutterstock
Lake Lucerne ©Shutterstock

8 days from £2,095

 

DEPARTS

Sunday 20 December 2026

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Discover the wonderfully scenic journey to Interlaken and Grindelwald

  • Take the Voralpen Express to the pilgrimage site of Einsiedeln

  • Enjoy a breathtaking ride on the Titlis Rotair, the world’s first revolving cable car

  • Spend a day on the route of the Glacier Express

  • Experience the Rigi Railway, Europe’s first mountain railway

  • Stay in a beautiful lakeside hotel with outstanding leisure facilities and fabulous views

  • Explore Lucerne on your free day

 

Also included in your Tour Fare:

  • 7 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal

  • Local Transport Pass

  • Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager

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