What better way to enjoy fantastic views of the Swiss Alps than by taking the Glacier Express?
This colorful train takes you through several small villages, across more than 200 bridges, through peaceful valleys and mountainous terrain on the way from Southern Switzerland through the Swiss Alps to the world famous resort, St. Moritz.
Described by The New York Times as “A slow ride, with reason” this is one trip you need to add to your travel bucket list. Imagine this – vast sweeping snow fields, breathtaking views and spectacular white-capped mountains.
Board the Glacier Express in one of several villages- Zermatt, Visp, Brig or another village along the way. You can enjoy the journey and return the same way later in the day, or, as many passengers do, spend the night in St. Moritz on Mount Matterhorn.
St. Mortiz, a lovely world renown resort, offers comfortable lodgings with panoramic views of the mountains just outside your window.
Be sure to book reservations for your train ride and reserve lunch for you and your family. You can reserve a 3-course lunch or a luncheon special that is served by Glacier Express’s experienced waiters.
They serve their guests with a special “ritual pour” that is incredibly fun and enjoyed by all. Snacks and beverages are special amenities included in the price of your ticket too.
With tall windows on either side of the train, enjoy photographing the fantastic Swiss Alp mountain passes, the sheer snow covered walls that drop down to ravines, gorges and rivers below.
You will pass over 250 bridges, go through 90 tunnels, cross the beautiful Landmassar Viaduct and continue on up the mountain to St. Moritz. Round trip, it takes 7 hours.
Tired of riding? Get off and spend the night in one of the villages you see along the way.
Many visitors prefer to do this. Zermatt, Visp and Brig are only a few villages that offer overnight accommodations to passengers.
You can board the Glacier Express in one of several pick up points, whatever fits your schedule best. Reservations can be made online. You’ll return by 6 PM in plenty of time for dinner.
Guests are excited to see the wonderful views along the journey from Southern Switzerland through the Swiss Alps, through the Chedivide that crosses the source of the Rhine and Rhone Rivers. Audio speakers keep passengers informed about each point of the journey.
Think you’ll be adding this to your bucket list?
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