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Top 10 Rail Tours in Zermatt, Swiss Alps
When most people think of Zermatt, they think of one thing: The Matterhorn. This ultimate Swiss icon looms over Zermatt, first drawing visitors here in the 1860s. The village of Zermatt itself is lovely and car-free, with old-fashioned brown chalets and winding alleys. (Don’t worry, you don’t have to walk everywhere—there are electric vehicles and horse-drawn cabs.) Skiing in the region often lasts through early summer, but when the weather’s warmer, it’s a great time to hike.
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1. Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Tour from Basel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide, all transportation fees, priority boarding pass for Matterhorn railway, all entrance fees
Exclusions: travel to starting point in Basel SBB, food and drinks during the tour, personal expenses during the tour, gratuities welcome for the tourguide
Reviewed By Stewart M
This was our second ride on this train. decided to take a winter trip with all the snow as a backdrop with great views. Took the train from Tiefencastle to Brig via Chur. Take your camera for some great pictures. The carriages are very comfortable with plenty of space. You can walk to the restaurant car for a drink or receive table service.
2. Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Tour from Bern
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide, all transportation fees, priority boarding pass for Matterhorn railway, all entrance fees
Exclusions: travel to starting point Bern, food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour, gratuities welcome for the tourguide
Reviewed By mary jane m
Tour operator did not show at location stated. Phone contact given was not operable. I was overcharged for the trip.
3. 4-Day Glacier and Bernina Express Self-Guided Tour from Zurich
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
On the Glacier and Bernina Express you will travel across impressive viaducts, through winding and helical tunnels on a journey offering views of mountain lakes, steep cliffs and pristine forests.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in St. Moritz, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Lugano, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Zermatt, 1 x Seat reservation on the Bernina & Glacier Express, 1 x 2nd class train ticket
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, A guide , All Fees and Taxes
Reviewed By Trip551330
Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.
4. Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Tour from Zürich
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 8 reviews
To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide, all transportation fees , priority boarding pass for Matterhorn railway, all entrance fees
Exclusions: travel to starting point in Zurich HB, food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour, gratuities welcome for the tourguide
Reviewed By Julie W
The first part of the ascent of the Stanserhorn is by funicular and it is possible to travel in the very front or rear compartment where you get the most wonderful views. Then you transfer on to the unique "cabrio" cable car, where you can stand on the upper outside deck, where you really feel at one with the elements as you gently ascend to the top of the mountain. Once at the top there are the most amazing views of Lake Luzern and the nearby mountain ranges. Of course there is the risk that you ascend into the cloud in which case you can't see a thing! If you like walking there are also loads of walks in the area. whilst at the top there is a lovely cafe and restaurant. Best of all if you have a Swiss Pass then the journey is free.
5. 8-Day Train Tour of Switzerland Self-Guided from Zurich
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Explore the cultural differences within the country and its 4 lan- guages, all the while taking in some spectacular countryside and staying in beautiful Swiss towns. It’s a great opportunity to visit the very best of Switzerland on some of the most exciting scenic trains in Europe.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 x Overnights in Zurich, Interlaken, Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz, Lugano, Lucerne, 8 transfers in 2nd class including up to 50% reductions on selected transport services (mountain railways, trains, buses and boats), 1 x Seat reservation for GoldenPass Line, Gotthard Panorama, Glacier & Bernina Express in 2nd class , 1 x Excursion to Jungfraujoch (non-guided), 1 x myTravel Stamp Booklet
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, A guide
Reviewed By Trip551330
Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.
6. 3-Day Glacier Express Self-Guided Tour from Zurich
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
The entire Glacier Express journey takes around 8 hours and crosses 291 bridges, passes through 91 tunnels and climbs over the 2033 m high Oberalp pass – this is truly one of the most famous train journeys in the world.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, 1 x 2nd class train ticket, 1 x overnight stay with breakfast in Zermatt, 1 x overnight stay with breakfast in St. Moritz, 1 x Seat Reservation on the Glacier Express
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Local Taxes, A guide
Reviewed By Trip551330
Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.
7. Zermatt Village plus Mt. Gornergrat Private Tour
Overall Ratings
3.8 based on 4 reviews
To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, all transportation fees, insider walk around in Zermatt, transporation fee for Gornergrat railway
Exclusions: food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour
8. Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Private Tour from Bern
To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, all transportation fees for train to Zermatt, insider walk around in Zermatt, transportation fee for Gornergrat railway
Exclusions: food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour
Reviewed By mary jane m
Tour operator did not show at location stated. Phone contact given was not operable. I was overcharged for the trip.
9. Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Private Tour from Zürich
To see the Matterhorn live - it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn. Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
Inclusions: local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, visit the historical site of Zermatt on the insider walk, all taxes, fees and handling charges, all transportation fees for train to Zermatt, transporation fee for Gornergrat railway
Exclusions: Food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour
Reviewed By OnAir767625
This was absolutely delightful. We couldn't have had a better time,due to our incredible guide,Ulrich. He was very knowledgeable and respectful of our intentions. He made the long ride entertaining as well as educational. We would definitely use his service again. Our only issue was trying to reach your office by phone a couple of days before our trip to confirm and not being able to reach anyone. This created undo stress and it totally unacceptable and needs to be addressed. Thank you for our great guide. Maurice & Teena Nanoia
10. 5-Day Famous Mountain Peaks of Swiss Alps Self-Guided from Geneva
Breathe in the fresh mountain air while witnessing Switzerland’s most famous mountain peaks. On this tour you will spend two nights in Interlaken, the heart of the Bernese Oberland, followed by two nights in the charming village of Zermatt.
Inclusions: 2 x Night stay with breakfast in Interlaken, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 x Night stay with breakfast in Zermatt, 1 x Excursion Jungfraujoch (non-guided), 1 x Excursion Gornergrat (non-guided), 1 x 2nd class Train Tickets
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Local Taxes, A guide
Reviewed By Trip551330
Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.
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