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Grand Swiss Rail Circuit

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Grand Swiss Rail Circuit

Zurich to Zermatt, the Jungfrau, and Lake Geneva

7 daysPace: MediumTransport: Public TransitPremium

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Day 1

Zurich Lakeside Introduction

Arrive in Zurich and explore the city's historic core and lakefront.

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Day 2

Lucerne & Mount Rigi

Classic Lucerne sights paired with a panoramic mountain journey.

  • 8:00 AMβ€’ 50 minutes

    Train to Lucerne

    πŸ“ Zurich HB

    Head south to Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most picturesque cities.

  • 9:00 AMβ€’ 1 hour

    Chapel Bridge & Old Town

    πŸ“ Kapellbrucke, Lucerne

    Walk the Kapellbrucke and explore the frescoed lanes nearby.

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    Day 3

    Interlaken & Lake Brienz

    A day between two lakes with alpine viewpoints and turquoise water.

  • 8:00 AMβ€’ 2 hours

    Train to Interlaken

    πŸ“ Luzern Bahnhof

    Travel through the Brunig Pass toward the Bernese Oberland.

  • 10:00 AMβ€’ 1 hour

    Check-in & Hohematte Park

    πŸ“ Hohematte Park, Interlaken

    Settle into Interlaken and stroll the open lawn with Jungfrau views.

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    Day 4

    Jungfrau Region Highlights

    Waterfalls, alpine villages, and a high-mountain rail adventure.

  • 8:00 AMβ€’ 20 minutes

    Train to Lauterbrunnen

    πŸ“ Interlaken Ost

    A short ride into one of the Alps' most iconic valleys.

  • 8:45 AMβ€’ 45 minutes

    Staubbach Falls

    πŸ“ Staubbach Falls

    Walk to the base of the valley's signature waterfall.

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    Day 5

    Zermatt & the Matterhorn

    A legendary alpine village and one of Europe's most iconic peaks.

  • 8:00 AMβ€’ 2.5 hours

    Train to Zermatt via Visp

    πŸ“ Interlaken Ost

    Travel south through the Alps to the car-free resort town of Zermatt.

  • 11:00 AMβ€’ 1.5 hours

    Zermatt Village Walk

    πŸ“ Zermatt

    Explore wooden chalets, quiet lanes, and the Matterhorn Museum area.

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    Day 6

    Montreux & Lake Geneva

    Ride to the French-speaking west for castles, vineyards, and lakeside elegance.

  • 8:30 AMβ€’ 2.5 hours

    Train to Montreux

    πŸ“ Zermatt Bahnhof

    Travel through the Rhone Valley to Lake Geneva's refined shoreline.

  • 11:00 AMβ€’ 1.5 hours

    Chillon Castle

    πŸ“ Chillon Castle

    Tour Switzerland's most famous lakeside castle on its rocky peninsula.

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    Day 7

    Geneva Departure Day

    Explore Geneva's lakefront and Old Town before flying home.

  • 9:00 AMβ€’ 1 hour

    Train to Geneva

    πŸ“ Montreux Station

    An easy morning ride along Lake Geneva's shoreline.

  • 10:30 AMβ€’ 1 hour

    Jet d'Eau & Lakefront Walk

    πŸ“ Jet d'Eau, Geneva

    See Geneva's famous water jet and enjoy the lakeside gardens.

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