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Switzerland

Switzerland is a destination for travelers who want spectacular mountain landscapes, well-kept cities, and one of the best railway networks in Europe. From the peaks of the Jungfrau and the Matterhorn to the lakes around Lucerne and Geneva, almost every region offers a different view of the Alps. The country is ideal for hiking in summer, skiing in winter, and traveling on panoramic trains throughout the year.

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Glacier Express: from Zermatt to St. Moritz — 7 Days

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Glacier Express: from Zermatt to St. Moritz — 7 Days

📅 7 days 🏛 2 cities Classic

Seven winter days split between two Alpine villages with a full day on the train in between. Three nights in Zermatt beneath the Matterhorn, a journey aboard the Glacier Express through the Valais, Uri, and Graubünden cantons, then three nights in St. Moritz in the Engadine valley. The route is one-way and travels entirely by rail — no car is needed in either village. Seat reservations on the Glacier Express are compulsory and open 93 days before departure, so book the train before arranging accommodation.

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Basel

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Basel

16 landmarks • 3 trips

Basel, situated at the meeting point of Switzerland, Germany and France, is one of the oldest university cities in Europe, with a rich history stretching back …

Bergün

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Bergün

4 landmarks • 4 trips

Bergün is a picturesque Alpine village in the canton of Graubünden, whose history stretches back to Roman times. Its well-preserved medieval architecture and p…

Bern

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Bern

11 landmarks • 3 trips

Bern, founded in the 12th century, is today the capital of Switzerland and one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, recognised as a UNESCO World He…

Geneva

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Geneva

11 landmarks • 3 trips

Geneva, set on the shores of the lake that shares its name, in the heart of Switzerland, has been a centre of the Reformation and a refuge for humanist ideas f…

Grindelwald

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Grindelwald

3 landmarks • 4 trips

Grindelwald is a picturesque Alpine village in the heart of the Bernese Alps, drawing travellers for centuries with its breathtaking beauty. Surrounded by migh…

Interlaken

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Interlaken

7 landmarks • 2 beaches • 4 trips

Interlaken, nestled between two crystal-clear lakes — Lake Thun and Lake Brienz — in the heart of the Bernese Alps, has been captivating travelers with its bre…

Lucerne

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Lucerne

11 landmarks • 2 beaches • 5 trips

Lucerne lies where the River Reuss flows out of Lake Lucerne in central Switzerland, and is the capital of the canton of the same name, with a population of ar…

St. Moritz

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St. Moritz

7 landmarks • 7 trips

St. Moritz is a mountain resort in the Upper Engadin valley, in the canton of Graubünden, on the shore of the lake of the same name. It is renowned for winter …

Zermatt

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Zermatt

7 landmarks • 5 trips

Zermatt is a mountain village in the canton of Valais, nestled at the foot of the Matterhorn, one of the most recognisable peaks in the Alps. The village is ca…

Zurich

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Zurich

18 landmarks • 2 beaches • 4 trips

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and a place where modern urban life meets beautiful natural surroundings. Situated on the shores of Lake Zurich, with…