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Swiss Glacier Express & The Bernina -2025

Swiss Glacier Express & The Bernina 2025

Duration

8 Days

Departure Dates

8th August 2025, 12th December 2025

Prices from

£2,759 Per person

Experience two of the world's great railway journeys on this fantastic tour to Switzerland - the Glacier Express and the Bernina! Journey across the magnificent Swiss Alps through breathtaking scenery, discover the dramatic Château Chillon, and ride the historic funicular to Muottas Muragl plus enjoy free time to explore Vevey and Montreux.

Vevey1 ©Shutterstock
Vevey1 ©Shutterstock

8 days from £2,759

 

DEPARTS

Friday 11 April 2025

Friday 27 June 2025

Friday 8 August 2025

Friday 12 December 2025

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Admire magnificent scenery from the world-famous Swiss Glacier Express

  • Experience the equally spectacular Bernina Express journey

  • Discover the beautiful lakeside town of Vevey

  • Cruise across Lake Geneva to visit Château Chillon

  • Stroll along the picturesque lakeside in Montreux

  • Ride the historic funicular railway from Punt Muragl

  • Take in great views of the Upper Engadin Valley from the Muottas Muragl

  • Enjoy time to explore destinations independently with a free transport card

 

Also included in your Tour Fare:

  • 7 nights’ bed & breakfast plus 4 evening meals and 1 lunch

  • Local Transport Pass

  • Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager

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