Alpine Railways — A Sample Luxury Journey

Panoramic carriages, storybook villages, and glacier views — a rail-first exploration linking Zurich, Lucerne, the Glacier Express route, Jungfraujoch, and Zermatt’s Matterhorn.

Panoramic carsFirst-class rail passes Mountain summitsLakeside towns Cheese & chocolate tastings

Day-by-Day Outline (10 Days)

Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge and lakeside promenade with Alps backdrop

Days 1–3 · Zurich & Lucerne — Lakeside Arrival

Suggested stay: Bürgenstock Resort / The Dolder Grand

VIP arrival in Zurich and transfer by rail to Lucerne. Explore the Chapel Bridge and old town; optional Mt. Pilatus or Rigi excursion by cogwheel train and boat.

Glacier Express panoramic train crossing an alpine viaduct

Days 4–5 · Glacier Express — Panoramic Alps

Suggested stay: Grand Hotel Zermatterhof / Kulm Hotel St. Moritz

Ride the famed Glacier Express across ravines and high passes. Multi-course lunch onboard; optional spa evening on arrival.

Jungfraujoch snow plateau with high-alpine views near the Sphinx Observatory

Days 6–7 · Jungfraujoch — Top of Europe

Suggested stay: Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel / Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof

Ascend by cogwheel to Jungfraujoch for glaciers and viewpoints. Time in Grindelwald or Wengen; optional cliff walk or alpine chocolate workshop.

Matterhorn viewed from the Gornergrat railway above Zermatt

Days 8–10 · Zermatt — Matterhorn Finale

Suggested stay: CERVO Mountain Resort / Mont Cervin Palace

Ride the Gornergrat Railway for sweeping Matterhorn vistas. Optional gourmet hike between mountain huts; spa afternoon and farewell tasting menu.

Customize This Journey

Practical Notes

Inclusions

  • First-class rail segments & seat reservations
  • Premium accommodations; breakfast daily
  • Private guides in select cities; summit tickets
  • Concierge dining & spa reservations

Variations

Swap Jungfraujoch for the Bernina Express to St. Moritz, or add a night on Lake Geneva with a Lavaux wine walk.