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Overview
From Zurich to dreamy Interlaken—hugged by the sparkling turquoise waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz—right in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, this train tour offers sight after sight of pure Switzerland.
The train tickets and hotel stays are included in the package, along with some meals and many other travel essentials that will help make this trip easy, fun, and unforgettable.
This itinerary features More Moments activities included with your package.
Format
Locations
- Zurich
- Lucerne
- Interlaken
- Montreux
- Geneva
Inclusions
- Flight to Zurich; return from Geneva (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- 9 nights of accommodation
- 9 breakfasts
- Rail travel in selected class of service
- 50% reduction on additional rail tickets (local transport) and some mountain excursions
- More Moments activities included:
- Self-guided excursion to Mount Titlis
- Self-guided excursion to Jungfraujoch
- Self-guided excursion to Rochers-de-Naye
- GoldenPass Line Interlaken - Montreux
- City tour in Zurich
- Guest Cards issued by hotels in Lucerne, Montreux and Geneva
- Earn and redeem Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Zurich.
Day 2
Welcome to Zurich
Use your train ticket to hop aboard the train to your hotel in Zurich.
Day 3
Zurich: Sightseeing
In the morning, enjoy a city tour, where you will get to know the highlights of this vibrant city.
More Moments Activities Included
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Zurich City Tour
In the morning, explore Zurich with a knowledgeable guide during this 2-hour public walking tour and see the highlights of this vibrant Swiss city.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Zurich – Lucerne
Take the train to Lucerne and check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
(Approximately 52 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Lucerne: Visit
Head out on a self-guided excursion to Mount Titlis from Lucerne station to enjoy breathtaking views.
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Mount Titlis
Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view at the mountain’s summit, as well as other highlights, such as the Glacier Cave (free admission), the Titlis Cliff Walk – Europe’s highest suspension footbridge, and various restaurants to eat at.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Lucerne – Golden Pass – Interlaken
After breakfast, continue by train to Interlaken on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express (GoldenPass Line) and check in to your hotel.
(Approximately 98 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Interlaken: Visit
Experience an unforgettable journey to the Jungfraujoch, which is the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres.
More Moments Activities Included
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Jungfraujoch
Discover a one-of-a-kind view of Europe, with vistas ranging from the Swiss Mittelland towards the Vosges to the Aletsch Glacier, lined with 4,000-metre peaks. The view truly must be seen to be believed.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Interlaken – Montreux (GoldenPass Line)
Take the train from Interlaken to Montreux. On your way, you might want to stop at the world-renowned holiday resort-town of Gstaad.
(Approximately 78 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Montreux: Visit
Visit Montreux’s local mountain, Rochers-de-Naye, which offers spectacular views over Lake Geneva and the Alps.
More Moments Activities Included
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Rochers-de-Naye
Enjoy views of Europe from the summit, with exceptional sights of landmarks like Lake Geneva to the French Alps. Choose from hiking trails and walks for the family, or opt for visiting a wildlife park or the La Rambertia Alpine Garden. If you get hungry, there’s a restaurant with panoramic views of the mountain.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 10
Montreux – Geneva
After check-out, take the train to Geneva for your last night in Switzerland. Take advantage of your Geneva transportation card which gives you free access to public transit within the city.
(Approximately 64 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 11
Geneva – Return to Canada
Use your train ticket to return to the airport and board your flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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From January 4 to December 17, 2025
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Not included:
- Meals, unless noted
- Transfers, unless noted
- Railway station transfers, unless noted
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package, but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
- Seat reservation GoldenPass Line from Interlaken to Montreux.
- The excursion to Rochers‐de‐Naye is year-round however in the winter season (from January to the end of March) it is only opened between Wednesday to Sunday.
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- Upgrade to first class available, please inquire
- Train tickets: Zurich airport - Lucerne - Interlaken - Montreux - Geneva
- Benefit from 50% discount on rail tickets (local transport) and some mountain excursions in Switzerland
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Due to the Jazz Festival from July 4 to 19, clients will be assigned hotels in Lausanne instead of Montreux.
The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary displayed on the website is for reference only.