Eleven nights by train from Montreux to Zurich: Lavaux, the Chocolate Train, Jungfraujoch, Zermatt and the Glacier Express to St. Moritz. Well-placed 3-star hotels keep the price down; we upgrade one or two stops on request.
Route11 nights · 5 stops
Getting there and around
Day 1
Train transfer from Geneva Airport to Montreux with the Swiss Travel Pass.
Lavaux Vineyards Private Tour.
Discover the unique terraced vineyards of Lavaux, a UNESCO heritage site, during a Tuk Tuk ride. What a fun way to enjoy the sceneries !
Departure and return to Rivaz, passage through the vineyards, Epesses, Cully with a Chasselas tasting on the way back. The vineyard is set in narrow and steep terraces, with stone walls, and the superb backdrop of Lake Geneva, the mountains and the sky.
Night in Montreux in the Hotel La Rouvenaz 3-star.
Day 2
Peak Walk - Glacier 3000.
The Peak Walk on Glacier 3000 is the world's first suspension bridge to link two peaks, the View Point and Scex Rouge. The view of the Alps is breathtaking, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc massif, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks.
Round trip from Col du Pillon to Scex Rouge "Glacier 3000" at 2971m by cable car.
Private guided visit of Chillon Castle.
Discover the Chillon Castle with a period dress guide who will take you on a fantastic journey through time and space. Uncovering the mysteries behind hidden passageways, the underground Gothic vaulted ceilings and the prison where the famous Bonivard was kept. Experience this Vaudois castle through the eyes of a servant, a Bernese castellan or even a duchess of Savoy !
Night in Montreux.
Day 3
The Chocolate Train to Gruyères.
In high season (May-Oct), the famous Chocolate Train brings visitors to the House of Gruyères, production site of the famous swiss cheese. Then, he will explore the medieval town of Gruyères. Finally, the visitor continues his journey to the legendary Maison Cailler Nestlé in Broc where the secrets of chocolate making are revealed.
In the stately “Belle Époque”- Pullman 1915 vintage coaches and from Montbovon to Gruyères and Broc, and back to Montreux, will be made by bus, visitors travel in 1st class style only.
Night in Montreux.
Day 4
Train ride from Montreux to Grindelwald.
Panorama Hike from Mannlichen to Kleine Scheidegg.
The hike along the Höhenweg from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg offers a wonderful view of the Grindelwald valley. We can admire the surrounding mountains and enjoy the beautiful hike over alpine pastures full of wonder.
You will meet your private guide at the Männlichenbahn in Grindelwald Terminal. From there, you will take the gondola up to the Männlichen (2223m). You will enjoy a beautiful panorama on an easy hiking trail, the way leads more or less flat beneath the summit of Tschuggen to Honegg. The hiking guide will be happy to provide expert information about fauna, flora, geology or weather of the region. The hike continues along beneath the Lauberhorn then around and up to Kleine Scheidegg, where we can relax with a cold drink in one of the restaurants before taking the train down.
Night in Grindelwald at Hotel Derby Swiss 3-star.
Day 5
Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe.
Standing on the Jungfraujoch 3,454 metres above sea level, you can feel it with your first step. On one side the view of the Swiss Mittelland towards the Vosges, on the other the Aletsch Glacier, lined with four thousand metre peaks : this is a different world.
Board the Eiger Express aerial cableway, for a breathtaking journey below the mighty Eiger North Face, which seems within your grasp.
Arrive at the Glacier Eiger station and change to the coghweel train through tunnels carved into the hard rock over a century ago to the summit of the Jungfraujoch. At the top, immerse yourself in a fascinating alpine world of eternal snow and ice and enjoy time at leisure to discover the summit attractions. Experience the Alpine Sensation discovery tour marking the 100-year anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway and visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace for the most breathtaking panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks, the neighbouring countries and the longest glacier in the Alps, the Aletsch Glacier. Don't forget to explore the Ice Palace tunnels in the heart of the glacier - a unique experience not to be missed.
Take a souvenir photo with the famous Swiss flag on the Plateau before recovering your strength at one of the available restaurants. Stop by the famous Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven for a sweet finish and start your descent by cogwheel train via Kleine Scheidegg.
Night in Grindelwald.
Day 6
E-bike tour Lauterbrunnen and Valley of 72 Waterfalls.
Enjoy an e-bike ride on forest paths along the glacier river Lütschine towards Lauterbrunnen, where we visit the famous valley of 72 waterfalls, one of the largest nature reserves in Switzerland. In Lauterbrunnen we visit the unique Trümmelbach waterfalls inside the mountain.
You will enjoy this tour with easy climbs on paved roads and gravel paths in this beautiful valley, where you will see much more than just the waterfalls. Your guide knows the region very well and will be happy to answer your questions and advise you on what you can do / see in Lauterbrunnen, Interlaken and the entire Jungfrau Region.
This visit is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Night in Gridelwald.
Day 7
Beatus Caves, Panoramic Bridge, Nature Park and Lake Thun Cruise.
This tour takes you through the Bernese Oberland and leads around Lake Thun and into the Kander valley. Visit five top highlights in one day with the Beatus Caves, the Sigriswil Panorama Bridge, the city of Thun, the Blausee Nature Park and a boat trip on Lake Thun. You have enough free time for yourself, but you always have a contact person. Whether you just want to enjoy yourself or want to experience an active day, this tour with a maximum of 6 guests and without children is ideal for this !
Night in Gridelwald.
Day 8
Train ride from Grindelwald to Zermatt.
Zermatt Village Walking Tour.
To see the Matterhorn live, it's a must for every Switzerland traveller. Visit the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical chalet style, surrounded by high alpine peaks, the Matterhorn in face all the time. With your tourguide you discover the old part of Zermatt and viewpoint, from where you will have all this "postcard" views to the Matterhorn. The tourguide will explain you the story of the first ascent of the Matterhorn as well as the importance for the tourism.
Night in Zermatt at the Hotel Alpenroyal 3-star.
Day 9
Panoramic train of Gornergrat.
Surrounded by 29 four-thousand-metre peaks If you want to discover the dazzling beauty of the Alps, you’ll soon realise that the trip to Gornergrat is an essential excursion. Its sunny viewing platform, accessible all year, makes the Gornergrat ridge a top destination, and not just because of its altitude. Surrounded by 29 peaks rising above 4000 m and by Switzerland’s greatest mountain and second largest glacier in the Alps, it offers a spectacular mountain panorama second to none. And the “Matterhorn Railway” renders it so close you can almost touch it. For more than 115 years the Gornergrat Bahn has made making the ascent to the panoramic mountain a truly unique and wonderful experience.
During the summer, you can experience at Gornergrat sunset dinner, sunrise with folkloric music, biking, hiking or shopping.
During the winter, you can experience skiing, winter hiking, snowshoe hiking, toboggan (Riffelboden – Riffelberg), igloo village, moonlight fascination, dining with the stars, riffelalptrip or summit Shopping.
Night in Zermatt.
Day 10
Glacier Express Panoramic train ride from Zermatt to St. Moritz.
From Zermatt and the Matterhorn, the panoramic trip leads over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels over the Swiss Alps to St. Moritz. The Glacier Express winds its way through remote valleys, past sheer rock faces, idyllic mountain villages, over the Landwasser Viaduct and through the Rhine Gorge, the Grand Canyon of Switzerland. It scales the highest point of its journey at the Oberalp Pass with ease at 2033 metres above sea level.
Thanks to the large panoramic windows, a clear view of numerous summits, deep gorges and the UNESCO World Heritage sites “Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch” and “Rhaetian Railway in the Albula/Bernina Landscapes ” is guaranteed.
Night in St Moritz at the Soldanella 3-star.
Day 11
Train ride from St Moritz to Zurich.
History and mystery of Zurich private walking tour.
From the mysterious and medieval architecture to the fascinating stories of the people who once walked these streets, the history and mystery of Old Town Zurich will leave you fascinated. As you wander through the heart of the Old Town, find yourself transported back in time. Each step you take will be like turning the page of a storybook, revealing a new chapter in Zurich's cultural heritage.
"But it's not just about the past - It's about experiencing the present, too."
Discover local secrets and trivia you won't find in any guidebook, and be taken to some of the best panoramic spots in town to capture breathtaking photos of the stunning views of Zurich Niederdorf and the majestic Alps.
Throughout the leisurely and entertaining walk, you'll feel a sense of delight and wonder as you explore Zurich's major highlights and landmarks. With our Zurich's Insider perspective, you'll get a unique and authentic view of the city you won't find anywhere else.
Night in Zurich at the Hotel Adler 3-star.
Day 12
Train ride from Zurich to Zurich airport.
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May to October, because the Chocolate Train only runs in high season and the Männlichen hike needs snow-free trails. July and August are the busiest weeks on Jungfraujoch; June and September give the same views with shorter lines. We hold the Glacier Express seats as soon as your dates are set.
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Valentine was very detailed and helped us along the way when we had questions. She planned an amazing trip and made our lives easier!
Three weeks in Switzerland by train
Zurich: Hotel Central Plaza was a great choice. It was not only well-appointed, but it was the perfect location. Access to the amazing Hauptbahnhof made it extra fun. Vanessa was an excellent guide. We wish we had booked more time - it was that good. The suggestions were very helpful - museums etc. helped on a rainy day. Trains: We cannot say enough about the itinerary planning, timing, and guidance on connection…
Zurich: Hotel Central Plaza was a great choice. It was not only well-appointed, but it was the perfect location. Access to the amazing Hauptbahnhof made it extra fun. Vanessa was an excellent guide. We wish we had booked more time - it was that good. The suggestions were very helpful - museums etc. helped on a rainy day. Trains: We cannot say enough about the itinerary planning, timing, and guidance on connections. We LOVED them.. Colmar: Great choice for our Alsace stop. Hotel Turenne was lovely, new, fresh, great service, and very well located. Louie, our Epicurean guide was excellent, friendly, and very attentive. The amount of cycling (15 miles) was perfect for us, and itinerary was well curated. Lucerne: (not feedback for Mobee International) My nostalgic choice of a key stop. In retrospect, now knowing all of the Alps we were going to experience - would now probably skip Lucerne. Hotel Wilden Mann was a great location, and in retrospect was very well-managed for an ancient and historic building. The guide Sarjon (sp?) for our tour was knowledgable, but very soft-spoken, did not make sure that we could both hear, and did not volunteer information while walking from information point to point. He would answer question in a low conversational way with Maria, and I could not hear at all. It was a difficult, and bad experience. Locarno: The trip to Locarno was beautiful, and a lovely experience on its own. Hotel Lago Maggiore was perhaps the best hotel throughout our trip. Location was superb; room and balcony fresh, spacious and beautiful. Breakfast service was the best. Service people excellent. Rafaella, our guide was phenomenal. Could have spent the entire day with her. Great suggestions as well. Valentine's suggestions for restaurants and hikes etc. were very helpful. Zermatt: Wonderful trip through the Centovalli to Domodossola and on to Zermatt - based on Rafaella's suggestion. Hotel Julen was a cute hotel, nice view, AC, and an amazing restaurant, the Schaferstube. The staff was unfriendly, and their breakfast service staff was uneven, from OK to terrible. Valentine's suggestions for other activities were as always excellent. We enjoyed all of our time in Zermatt, and were literally sad to leave so soon. Montreux: Hotel Golf Rene Cape was a beautiful location with spectacular views, access to the promenade, and transportation. The staff was lovely, the service excellent, but the accommodations were sub-par, especially the bathroom. It was also hot due to no air conditioning. We realized that our late change from Glion to Montreux put Valentine in a difficult situation trying to find us a hotel in town - and she did well considering. E-Bike tour in the Lavaux vineyards: Our guide Yves was just terrific. He was super-knowledgeable. He rode a bit ahead of us, not realizing that when we get on bikes, we do not want an easy ride. We are seeking not only a tour, but a good work-out as well - and he never quite "read the room" on that. So, we didn't feel connected in a way that we could carry on a conversation, and ask questions while pedaling. When we stopped, he inundated us (almost overloaded) with amazing geological, agricultural, and historical information. (We would rather have too much, than not enough.) We were a bit surprised that the entire riding portion of the tour was only 56 minutes total. We expected 2-3 hours, like the Alsace tour. The vineyards and the visit to Chapuis vineyard was magical, and tasty. We realized after that we could have contracted Yves for as long as we wanted. That perhaps should be a question to be asked prior to booking. We so wanted to spend more time on bikes that the next day we traveled to Chatel St Denis to rent bikes from Alexandre at E-Bike Plaisir, (who Yves contracts with). He provided us a custom itinerary based on our request for 40+ Km, and we had a delightful afternoon that took us through farm country, Mt Pellerin, the Lavaux vineyards etc. We got our fix. Loved our time in Montreux - the people were friendly and welcoming, the Freddy Mercury Days vibe was fun. It lived up the its reputation as the Swiss Riviera. Grindelwald: The Golden Pass trip was a lovely experience. We had no idea what to expect in Grindelwald, but it was awe inspiring, in the spectacle, the infrastructure, the options, everything. Sunstar Hotel: Crazy beautiful view, modern, fresh, well-appointed. Only down-side was dealing with the multitudes of bus tours pouring in, and constant navigating through crowds. The room was warm, again no air conditioning - and buggy. We had to get bug spray to handle it. No screens as always. The bike tour out of Interlaken was an early morning - but the tour was excellent, actually amazing - and Marceau our guide was delightful and knowledgeable. Valentine's suggestion to change from Wengen to Grindelwald was a great decision. We visited Wengen, and it was a bit too sleepy for us. Her Grindelwald suggestions were perfect as always. We could have spent more time there - it was that good. Zurich: Central Plaza Hotel - again, would not hesitate to stay there if we return. The rooms, the staff and the breakfast service were excellent. Car Transfers: Probably did not need the transfers from central Plaza to the Hauptbahnhof They were unnecessary. Luggage Transfers: We hated them - then loved them. For our situation using only a carry-on suitcase and a backpack - it made it quite difficult because everything we needed for the morning rituals went in our suitcases. They were (necessarily) too early for that reason - it forced 5:30 wake-up - not ideal when on vacation. That's when we hated them. BUT, when navigating stairs at the train stations and making connections - we loved them, because even a carry-on fully-packed suitcase is heavy - and we were able to avoid any potential for a fall or injury amidst the throngs of people dragging their huge bags down and up flights of stairs. Would we do it again? Yes - just for the safety factor at our ages. We loved having lovingly pre-planned excursions (bike trips, tours) as well as days when we could choose what to do. On those days Valentine gave us detailed and amazing suggestions, most of which we happily did! Valentine was available to us day and night 7 days a week during this trip, answering questions and helping us navigate any uncertain parts. We've never had a travel company provide such on-the-ground assistance at a moment's notice. Valentine gave her heart and soul to us and shared her knowledge of this beautiful area so generously. We are already recommending her and Mobee International without reservation to our friends!
A perfect first family Europe trip
Valentine was a pleasure to work with. The itinerary she curated for us was well planned with thoughtful touches. Her communication before and during the trip was prompt and knowledgeable—she answered all of our questions and helped us make some changes on the fly which made our trip feel seamless. We really couldn’t have asked for a better family vacation—the accommodations, activities, and recommendations for thing…
Valentine was a pleasure to work with. The itinerary she curated for us was well planned with thoughtful touches. Her communication before and during the trip was prompt and knowledgeable—she answered all of our questions and helped us make some changes on the fly which made our trip feel seamless. We really couldn’t have asked for a better family vacation—the accommodations, activities, and recommendations for things to do were all nicely tailored to ensure our young kids had a great time. Because of Valentine’s efforts, we were able to just kick back, relax, and focus on having a great time in Switzerland!
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Moderately active, with a guided outing most days. The Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg hike follows an easy, mostly flat trail with a private guide, and the Lauterbrunnen e-bike tour has easy climbs on paved roads and gravel paths. Jungfraujoch, the Gornergrat and the Glacier Express are by train and cable car. With five bases over eleven nights, including three in Montreux and four in Grindelwald, you unpack less often than on shorter trips.
This is our best-value Switzerland itinerary, so the eleven nights are in well-placed 3* hotels such as Hotel La Rouvenaz in Montreux and Hotel Alpenroyal in Zermatt, all a short walk from the station. Breakfast is included. Most travelers upgrade one or two stops to 4* boutique hotels, usually Zermatt and St. Moritz, and we price that on request.
May to October. The Chocolate Train to Gruyères and Broc only runs in high season, and the Männlichen hike needs snow-free trails. July and August are the busiest weeks on Jungfraujoch, while June and September give the same views with shorter lines. Mobee International holds your Glacier Express seats as soon as your dates are set.
Most days work for families, including the trains, Chillon Castle with a guide in period dress and the Lauterbrunnen e-bike ride. One exception: the day 7 tour around Lake Thun, with the Beatus Caves, the Sigriswil Panorama Bridge and the Blausee Nature Park, is a small group of up to six guests that does not take children. For families we plan a different day in the Bernese Oberland instead.
You travel by train with the Swiss Travel Pass, from Geneva Airport to Montreux on day 1 to Zurich Airport on day 12. Not included: international flights to Geneva and from Zurich, travel insurance, lunches and dinners not mentioned, the Glacier Express Excellence Class upgrade, Swiss city taxes paid at the hotel, and personal expenses and gratuities.
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