Glacier Express Route Private Tour

Glacier Express Route Private Tour

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Overview

Skip the tourist trains and travel the legendary route like the Swiss, with sightseeing in mountain villages along the way. This tour rides the exact route of the iconic Glacier Express, and includes scenic travel along glaciers, the breathtaking Rhine Gorge, and the Oberalp Pass.

Enjoy Swiss comfort on historic trains with your expert local guide by your side. You can enjoy a relaxed lunch (optional) and sightseeing in the charming mountain village of Disentis, before our train leads us 2000m (6560ft.) up among the glaciers over the Oberalp Pass, where we continue to the alpine ski village of Andermatt and return to Zurich.

Highlights

Ride the Glacier Express route without the tourist traps
Your own private local guide
Comfortable seats with large windows
Visit Chur, Disentis, and Andermatt
This private tour is for your party only

Important This is not the official Glacier Express, but a carefully curated route that follows the most scenic sections of its journey.

Activity location

Chur
- Chur, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Bahnhofplatz 15
- 15 Bahnhofplatz
- 8001, Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland

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What's included, what's not

2nd class day pass for all trains, buses, trams, and ferries in the entirety of Switzerland.
Meals
Gratuities

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk more than 5,000 steps

Activity itinerary

Chur

Ride to Switzerland’s oldest city Travel through the serene landscapes of eastern Switzerland on your way to Chur, the oldest city in the country. Enjoy panoramic views from your window as you ease into the day.

Rheinschlucht (Pass by)

Switzerland’s Grand Canyon Pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge — a jaw-dropping natural wonder carved by ancient glaciers. Towering cliffs, winding rivers, and untouched beauty await you on this unforgettable segment.

Disentis

Sightseeing in the heart of the Alps Step into the peaceful mountain village of Disentis. Here, you have time for sightseeing and the option to enjoy a traditional Swiss lunch at a cozy local restaurant, surrounded by alpine charm and fresh mountain air.

Oberalp Pass (Pass by)

Climb to the height of the Alps Continue your journey upwards to over 2,000 meters (6,560 feet) via the legendary Oberalp Pass. This stretch offers glacier views, high-mountain panoramas, and an unforgettable ride to the ski town of Andermatt.

Andermatt

Stroll through a quaint ski village Take in the fresh air and alpine scenery in the picturesque village of Andermatt. Discover its blend of traditional charm and modern mountain elegance.

Goschenen (Pass by)

After a day filled with scenery and stories, unwind on the scenic return trip to Zurich — with memories, photos, and alpine impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Location

Activity location

Chur
- Chur, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Bahnhofplatz 15
- 15 Bahnhofplatz
- 8001, Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland

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