Switzerland · GLACIER EXPRESS JOURNEYS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 13 glacier express journeys justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Guided Zurich to Glacier Express to Lucerne day by train, with panoramic views, Old Town walking, and expert stops worth the $599 price.
“My sister and I booked this tour (Glacier Express Train) when we were in Zurich. The night before we got a message that there was no more availability on the glacier express train but that the same tour would be available taking local trains. T”
Basel to Lucerne in one guided rail day, including Chur and a reserved Glacier Express ride, plus Lucerne’s Old Town bridges and Lion Monument.
“There was very poor communication about the pickup point. So we missed the first train, which pretty much ruined the rest of the day. We had a good guide. He was new, but tried his very best. The glacier express was disappointing. But we were only able to do half of it, due the delay in the 1st train.”
Private Glacier Express day trip from Zurich with a guide, reserved seats, Alps scenery, and stops in Chur and Brig.
“It was beautiful,the ride the scenery and the lunch aboard.Missed the snow,the one and only time!We could imagine the beauty it would create if the Mountains were Snow covered!”
Glacier Express plus Lucerne from Zurich in a small group, with reserved rail seats, Oberalp alpine views, Lake Lucerne, Chapel Bridge.
“Well I was at the meeting point almost 30mins before the said meeting time and no one was there. Even though there is a note that guide would be there 10mins early to greet you. Also when I tried contacting them via email I getting any response or I contacted my credit card company for dispute. But don’t bother booking through them it’s just a scam. Instead if you want to ride glacier express book on their original website months in advance.”
Spend a small-group day in Switzerland seeing UNESCO Albula Rail views, the Landwasser Viaduct, and 1 hour in St. Moritz from Zurich.
“First you cancel our tour that was confirmed before we arrived to Zurich ( under my wife name) later on we do another reservation( under my name) for our last day at Zurich ( Feb 7 2026) and as per our bad experience with the other reservation, my wife begins to send message at the App because we were at the meeting point since 9:20.... 9:30 and as the time pass NO ONE CAME IN asking for our names, NObody with any ID we could identify, we asked several people around, some time looks like guides and we try to call and call does not go thru NO ONE came…”
Private Glacier Express day tour from Zurich with Chur, Rhine Gorge, Disentis lunch, Oberalp Pass views, and Andermatt, in English.
“We had an amazing Glacier Express tour with Laura at Hello Switzerland Tours. Laura is one of the nicest, sweetest tour guides we’ve had who is so knowledgeable and super accommodating. Laura made sure that she tailored this private tour to our liking. We even had an amazing gourmet lunch at Desantis in a beautiful, cozy restaurant! So happy that I canceled a previous similar booking that would only serve you lunch inside the train. Going outside and seeing the city, getting some fresh air, and eating that sumptuous lunch was definitely a better experience than that other Glacier Express tour. I highly recommend upgrading to the Premium First Class…”
Guided rail day from Lucerne with reserved Glacier Express seats, Oberalp Pass views, Chur and Andermatt stops, plus Lucerne Old Town.
“Ana, was wonderful, very Cain with everyone, very professional, she managed very good timing’s. Thank you Ana”
Ride the Glacier Express route from Basel, enjoy a Lucerne guided walk, and take in Lake Lucerne views, Chapel Bridge, and the Lion Monument.
“I cannot tell you how disappointed this experience has been. This tour was not at all what was advertised and what I booked on September 2025. A tour advertised at the time of booking as an 8 hour day that promised to be a “luxury tour” with food available turned into a 12 hour marathon on 6 different trains. NO food provided or even available for purchase. Not to mention the text message we received the night before the tour after 8 pm (less than 13 hours before we were to meet our guide at 9:15) telling me the Glacier Express was overbooked and we were cancelled! After exchanging many…”
Private Glacier Express route day from Zurich with Rhine Gorge views, Chur and Disentis stops, Oberalp Pass climb, and Andermatt.
“we got confused and did not go on the actual Glacier express which was are mistake. If we had know about the train system we could have planned this trip by are self's and saved a bunch of money. I wanted souvenirs from the Gracier train and did not get them. My sure you do your research before yo sign up for a trip.”
Private Glacier Express day trip from Basel with guide, reserved 2nd-class seats, Oberalp Pass climb, included lunch, and return by train.
“What a surprise! We had our own guide. We would have missed so much, including the train, without our friendly and knowledgeable guide. This was a marvelous journey. We will never forget the beauty of the Alps and the background of Switzerland.”
Small-group rail day from Lucerne featuring a guided Glacier Express ride, hot meal at your seat, and classic Lucerne sights.
“Fue una estafa total.,íbamos con un discapacitado. En principio tuvimos que cambiar de trenes cinco veces. No estaban todos preparados para un minusválido. Tengo que reconocer que lo solucionaron gracias a la guía y a la gente que trabajaba en la compañía de trenes. Pero los trenes eran trenes normales. Nosotros habíamos pagado por un tren que se suponía que era de lujo. En general la decepción fue muy grande. Porque pagamos 1500 euros por un viaje que no vale ni cien. La guía solo hablaba inglés, pero hizo hasta lo imposible por facilitarlo todo.”
Private one-day Glacier Express tour from Luzern with guide, panoramic train, 3-course lunch, scenic stops, and time in Brig.
“The Glacier Express train journey is stunning and we loved it! However, do not book this tour with Viator, it is a massive rip off and is over-charging you. There is no reason to have a private guide, the train guides you. We were thoroughly disappRead more”
Private 11-12 hour rail day from Basel to Bern via Glacier Express, Brig, and alpine villages, with reserved seats and lunch option.
“Spectacular trip through the Swiss Alps. The train is very comfortable and has great service. The views are amazing! What made our trip very special was our tour guide Juliana. She is pleasant, knowledgeable and truly enjoys her job. Be sure to ask for her for a wonderful day”
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