Swiss Alps, Lakes & Canyons by Scenic Trains, Boat and Cogwheel
Overview
Join me on a tour through the heart of Switzerland - all by public transport just like the locals. We ascend Europe’s first-ever cogwheel train to the majestic Queen of the Mountains, Mount Rigi. Breathe in the fresh air and take in breathtaking 360° views over glittering lakes, forested hills, and the snow-capped Alps. From the summit, we descend to the other side, where a scenic cruise awaits. Relax on deck as the boat glides across crystal-blue waters framed by dramatic mountain scenery.
Our route then carries us through spectacular spiral tunnels, a masterpiece of Swiss engineering, into hidden valleys at the country’s heart. Next, we board another cogwheel mountain railway, climbing across the Alps through the Grand Canyon of Switzerland, where cliffs, gorges, and rushing rivers reveal nature’s raw beauty.
As evening falls, we return aboard a restaurant wagon, where you can enjoy a meal or drink while the train carries us back - the perfect ending to a day of Swiss wonders.
What's Included
- Boat Cruise
- Possible adaptations according to your interests and needs
- Tickets for all rides of this tour (including trains, boat and cogwheel trains). Opt-out available for fee-free self-purchase or Swiss Travel Pass holders.
- Personal guide Dave: Swiss local, qualified geographer & teacher
- Meals Drinks and food can be purchased along the way, but you can also bring your own. For dinner, there is the possibility to eat in an exclusive train restaurant on the way back.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup location details: Zurich Airport: in front of the SBB ticket counters, Winterthur mainstation: Official Meeting Point
Bahnhofplatz
8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Arth-Goldau
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Mount Rigi
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Lake Lucerne
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Gotthard Panorama Express SBB
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Schollenenschlucht
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Oberalppass
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ruinaulta Rheinschlucht
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Walensee
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5507238P5
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