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Glacier Express Route Private Tour

4.730 reviews

  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

What's included

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

What's not

  • Meals
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 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.

    1 h

  2. 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.

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  3. 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.

    2 h

  4. 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.

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  5. 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.

    1 h

  6. 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.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.7

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Hello Switzerland Tours
  • 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

How it compares in Zurich

  • Its from-price is 55% above the median of the 1191 experiences we list in Zurich.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 80 of 1191.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Zurich

Zurich is Switzerland's largest city, set at the head of a clear lake with Alpine views, a medieval old town and the cabaret where Dada was born.

The Old Town spreads along both banks of the Limmat River, with narrow lanes, guild houses and church spires. The twin towers of the Grossmünster are the city's landmark, the Fraumünster has stained-glass windows by Chagall, and St Peter's Church has one of the largest clock faces in Europe. Lindenhof hill gives a peaceful view over the rooftops.

Top-ranked sights in Zurich: Lucerne, Zurich Old Town (Altstadt), Lake Zurich (Zürichsee).

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