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Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip in one Day Private Tour from Bern

Bern, Switzerland
  • 10 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Step aboard the Glacier Express with your own private guide and prebooked ticket. Giving you the chance to relax as you ride with your guide by intercity train from Bern to Chur, the experience is perfect for those who want to experience the Glacier Express but are unsure of the logistics. After boarding the famous train at Chur, you’ll learn about the mountainous region, and gaze out of panoramic windows to see the bridges, valleys, and lakes that typify the region. An onboard 3-course lunch is also included.
  • Ride with a guide from Bern for a hassle-free and easy journey
  • Find out facts about the Glacier Express from your own private guide
  • Have free time to stroll around Chur before you board the Glacier Express
  • Feast on a 3-course lunch, served direct to your train seat as you ride

What's Included

  • One Day Train Pass for the Travel Day in 2nd class
  • Travel on scheduled train from Bern to Brig (1 hour) in 2nd class
  • Glacier Express train travel from Brig to Chur (4 hours) incl. seat reservation in 2nd class
  • 3-course lunch served at your seat (vegetarian option available)
  • Headphones and written information available on board the Glacier Express
  • Return travel by scheduled train from Chur to Bern (2.5 hours) in 2nd class
  • Swiss tourguide for your party only
  • all taxes and fees
  • drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Tourist Information Bern
    Bahnhofpl. 10A, 3011 Bern, Switzerland

    You will meet your tourguide in front of the tourist information Bern at the train station (ground floor level), closed by the ticket office of the railway company

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.7:50 am

Itinerary

Lake Zurich (Pass By)

Walensee (Pass By)

1

Chur

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Ruinaulta Rheinschlucht (Pass By)

2

Disentis

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Oberalp Pass (Pass By)

3

Andermatt

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Goms (Pass By)

4

Brig

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • a minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Stroller accessible
  • children must be accompagnied by an adult, but tour not recommended for children below 10yrs (length of train ride)
  • for wheelchair assistance - please contact us before booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Glacier Express train schedule changes frequently. Depending on seat availability, the tour can be in vice versa routing.
  • Near public transportation
  • Glacier Express train runs mid-December until October, other schedule changes possible.
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Reviews

5.0
based on 2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful scenery

Pamela_P, May 2022
Oskar explained history and all scenery. He was the friendliest guide we had throughout the entire trip. He even helped us try to find a Covid testing facility. He is wonderful! Scenery on trip was amazing.

Response from Host, May 2022

Hello Pamela Thank you for sharing your experience. Kind regards

Memory of a lifetime

George_H, Jul 2021
Toni was a wonderful guide. Interesting, knowledgeable and it was our pleasure to share his company during our ride on the Glacier Express.

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Thank you for sharing your experience and we're happy you enjoyed the tour. Kind regards from Switzerland / Mike / SwissTravelGuide

From $943.14

per person

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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