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Gotthard Panorama Express
The Gotthard Panorama Express connects Central Switzerland and Ticino in an impressive way. You travel by boat from Lucerne to Flüelen across Lake Lucerne and then transfer to a panoramic train that takes you along the historic Gotthard railway to Lugano. The route offers breathtaking landscapes, passing by lakes, mountains, and through the famous Gotthard Tunnel. On board, you can expect informative narrations and large panorama windows for the best views.
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The Gotthard Panorama Express connects Central Switzerland and Ticino in an impressive way. You travel by boat from Lucerne to Flüelen across Lake Lucerne and then transfer to a panoramic train that takes you along the historic Gotthard railway to Lugano. The route offers breathtaking landscapes, passing by lakes, mountains, and through the famous Gotthard Tunnel. On board, you can expect informative narrations and large panorama windows for the best views.
Train Reservation Gotthard Panorama Express
4.98 reviewsOfficial ticketThe ticket includes the mandatory seat reservation in 1st class for the Gotthard Panorama Express. It is valid on the train route between Flüelen and Lugano.
- Secure a seat in the panoramic train in first class
- Travel in a comfortable panoramic carriage with extra-large windows
- Experience the historic Gotthard route in an exclusive atmosphere
The 2 offers in comparison
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Train Reservation Gotthard Panorama Express
4.98 reviewsTicketsThe ticket includes the mandatory seat reservation in 1st class for the Gotthard Panorama Express. It is valid on the train route between Flüelen and Lugano.
- Secure a seat in the panoramic train in first class
- Travel in a comfortable panoramic carriage with extra-large windows
- Experience the historic Gotthard route in an exclusive atmosphere
Important information
- Seat reservation Gotthard Panorama Express Train
+ Train departs Lugano at 9:18 AM + Train departs Flüelen at 2:09 PM + Check the timetable on the SBB website or app on your travel day. Tickets are non-refundable if you miss the last train.
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Gotthard Panorama Express Ticket
4.8(20)Lucerneper person
from CHF 164
Train Reservation Gotthard Panorama Express
4.98 reviewsTicketsThe ticket includes the mandatory seat reservation in 1st class for the Gotthard Panorama Express. It is valid on the train route between Flüelen and Lugano.
- Secure a seat in the panoramic train in first class
- Travel in a comfortable panoramic carriage with extra-large windows
- Experience the historic Gotthard route in an exclusive atmosphere
Important information
- Seat reservation Gotthard Panorama Express Train
+ Train departs Lugano at 9:18 AM + Train departs Flüelen at 2:09 PM + Check the timetable on the SBB website or app on your travel day. Tickets are non-refundable if you miss the last train.
Gotthard Panorama Express Ticket
4.820 reviewsTicketsThe Gotthard Panorama Express is a wonderful panoramic journey between Lucerne and Lugano. You travel between Lucerne and Flüelen by steamboat or motorboat. Between Flüelen and Lugano, the panoramic train runs along the historic railroad line through the old Gotthard tunnel.
- Enjoy the boat trip across Lake Lucerne between Lucerne and Flüelen
- Travel along the historic railroad line between Flüelen and Ticino
- Admire various helical tunnels up to Göschenen and further the old Gotthard tunnel to Airolo
Important information
- Ticket on the Gotthard Panorama Train 1st class
- First class ticket boat between Flüelen and Lucerne
+ You need a 1st class seat reservation for this trip on the panoramic train. On the boat, you can travel without a reservation. + Boat departure from Lucerne: 11:12 / Train departure from Flüelen: 14:09 + Train departure from Lugano: 9:18 / Boat departure from Flüelen: 12:00 + With the GA or Swiss Travel Pass in 1st class, you travel for free. If you have a GA or Swiss Travel Pass for 2nd class, you need to upgrade for the section between Flüelen and Lugano. + Check the timetable on the travel day via the SBB website or app. Tickets are non-refundable if you miss the boat or train.
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All prices per person, bookable online.![]() | ![]() | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | PriceCHF 24per person | PriceCHF 164per person |
| Rating | Rating4.9 / 58 Reviews | Rating4.8 / 520 Reviews |
| Popularity | Popularity82 booked | Popularity80 booked |
| Meeting point | Meeting pointBahnhof Lugano oder Flüelen | Meeting pointBahnhofquai Luzern (Schiffsanlegestelle: Steg 1) oder Piazzale Stazione in Lugano |
| Provider | ProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB | ProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB |
| Cancellation | CancellationNon-refundable | CancellationFreeup to 24 hours before |
| Check availability | Check availability |
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