From Lucerne: Glacier Express Swiss Alps and Lucerne Tour
Highlights
- Experience a panoramic journey on the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps
- Enjoy expansive views of mountains, valleys, and alpine scenery
- Discover the route between Chur and Andermatt on the panoramic train
- Combine an Alpine crossing with both start and finish in Lucerne
Description
This tour links Lucerne with a scenic ride on the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps. First, you travel by train from Lucerne to Chur, where you change trains. On the Glacier Express, you pass through valleys, gorges, and over the Oberalp Pass. The route offers expansive views of mountain landscapes and alpine villages.
The panoramic journey ends in Andermatt, where the return trip to Lucerne begins. This tour combines comfortable travel with diverse scenery. In Lucerne, you explore the old town with the Chapel Bridge, Rotsee, and the famous Lion Monument. Along the way, you gain insights into the history, culture, and traditions of the regions you visit.
Practical Information
- Suitable for dogs, wheelchairs and strollers
Inclusions
Guided tour
Local guide
Standard rail pass
Seat reservation on the Glacier Express
Premium Rail Pass
Glacier Express 2-Course Lunch (Premium Rail Option Only)
Lunch (with the standard train option)
Meeting point
Bahnhof Luzern, Zentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern
Zentralstrasse 1, 6002 Luzern, Switzerland
Important information
- Between October 11, 2026, and December 6, 2026, the Glacier Express will not operate. During this period, the same panoramic route will be offered with an additional stop in a Swiss Alpine village.
Provider
Operated by
Tours of Switzerland
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