Panoramic Rail
Scenic Journeys
Travel aboard Switzerland's most iconic railways, connecting Alpine landscapes, mountain villages, historic cities, and unforgettable views along the way.
Multi-day rail journeys across Switzerland and beyond
Every journey here is a complete itinerary rather than a single train ride â eleven to fifteen days in First Class, moving from one city to the next by rail and stopping where the landscape is worth the time.
Some stay within Switzerland, following the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express through the Alps. Others begin in London, Paris or Amsterdam and run on into the Bernese Oberland and northern Italy.
Why travel by rail
- First Class travel throughout, on the routes the Swiss network is known for.
- City centre to city centre â no airports, no hire car, no long transfers.
- The Glacier Express and the Bernina Express cross the Alps rather than skirting them.
- Historic cities, mountain villages and lakeside towns on a single itinerary.
- Eleven to fifteen days, so the scenery is the journey rather than the gap between hotels.
Our rail journeys
Every itinerary we run, from thirteen days in the Swiss Alps to fifteen across four countries.
LondonLondon, Paris & Switzerland's Heritage
Explore royal London, romantic Paris, and Switzerland's historic cities on an 11-day First Class rail journey through culture, heritage, cuisine, and Alpine landscapes.
Amsterdam Amsterdam, Paris, Switzerland's Alps & Italy's Northern Heritage
Experience Amsterdam, Paris, Switzerland's Alps, and northern Italy on a 15-day First Class rail journey through culture, heritage, mountains, and cuisine.
BernBernese Oberland & Italy's Majestic Heritage
Explore the Swiss Alps, UNESCO treasures, and Italy's great cultural cities on a 12-day First Class rail journey through Switzerland and Italy.
ZurichSwitzerlandâs Alps & Heritage
Escape through Switzerland's Alps and heritage aboard the Glacier Express and Bernina Express. Discover historic cities, Alpine scenery, local traditions, and regional cuisine across a 13-day, 12-night journey.
What First Class means on these routes
On the panoramic trains it is a reserved window seat beneath the curved glass, with room to move and meals that can be served at your seat. On the intercity legs between cities it is a quieter carriage and space to spread out a map.
When to travel
The panoramic routes run all year. Winter puts snow on the Bernina Pass and the Landwasser Viaduct; summer opens the high passes and the walking above Grindelwald and Zermatt. Spring and autumn are quieter, and the light through the Alps is at its best.
Not sure which journey suits you?
Tell us how long you have and what you would like to see, and our team will suggest the itinerary that fits â or shape one around you.
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