Zermatt Village & Gornergrat Railway Tour | From Bern
Description
Combining captivating Alpine landscapes with wondrous Swiss history and charming culture, this adventure-filled, tour delves into the very best aspects of Switzerland. Starting in the rural village of Zermatt, your tour guide will unpack the area's rich history, including its establishment and significant past events that have shaped it into a sought-after tourist destination. Surrounded by towering mountain peaks and verdant rolling hills, the visit to Zermatt Village offers an in-depth exploration into the town’s heritage and enchanting natural backdrop. The adventure will continue with a scenic train ride to Gornergrat, where breathtaking panoramic views of Zermatt and the majestic Matterhorn can be enjoyed (subject to weather conditions). As you ascend toward the summit, the guide will share insightful knowledge about the historic Gornergrat railway. Arriving at the top of Gornergrat, a moment can be taken to absorb the dramatic backdrop of the Monte-Rosa region and Matterhorn.
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Your guide will meet you at the Bern Train Station, before whisking you away to Zermatt.
Beginning with an enriching trip to Zermatt Village, your friendly tour guide will explain the town’s heritage, including the unique story behind its foundation and an insightful discussion of the monumental events that shaped Zermatt over the centuries. Formerly an agricultural community, Zermatt Village now stands as a bustling tourist attraction that’s adorned with lush Alpine greenery and mountainous backdrops. The charmingly agrestic destination is tucked in between the grand peaks of the Pennine Alps, where Monte Rosa and the iconic Matterhorn mountain can be admired. Upon wandering through Zermatt Village, you’ll be fully immersed in Swiss culture, where boutique shops, local restaurants, and a thriving après-ski scene await exploration. Featuring a compact layout with just three major streets across the banks of the Matter Vispa, it’s easy to comfortably explore most of the town during your visit, ensuring you experience the best sights Zermatt has to offer!
Continuing the tour, a scenic train journey will transport you up to the historic Gornergrat Bahn, the first electric rack railway to be built in Switzerland, dating back to 1898. The railway stretches between the resort village of Zermatt and the summit of the Gornergrat, where the station sits at an altitude of 3,089 m (10,135 ft). As the train proceeds up the mountain, you’ll be able to gaze upon gorgeous Alpine views of the Monta-Rosa region, surrounding glaciers, the Matterhorn mountain, and Switzerland’s highest peak, the Dufourspitze mountain. Upon reaching the summit, views of the 29 surrounding mountain peaks and several glaciers, including the Gorner Glacier (which is the second longest glacier in the Alps!), can be observed.
After a full day of adventure, your guide will return you safely to Bern.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
Our trip to Zermatt and the Gornergrat Railway was made truly exceptional thanks to our tour guide, Leighton. From start to finish, he was knowledgeable, engaging, and made sure we experienced the very best of the journey. He shared fascinating insights, kept everything organized and stress-free, and made the trip feel both personal and memorable. The breathtaking views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks were unforgettable, and Leighton’s guidance made the entire experience seamless. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide!
Stay clear of this tour and operator. The communication is appalling. They didn’t pick us up then blamed us and you then don’t get a refund. Don’t normally leave such a review but Travellers need to be aware of this as these operators just deny any help. Very disappointing.
We’re very sorry to hear about your disappointment and the frustration this caused. According to our records, our guide was present at the confirmed meeting point, and we attempted to reach you both before and after the tour start time using the contact information available. We also sent a message at the time of booking requesting additional contact details, but unfortunately did not receive a response. Without those details, we rely on the platform’s messaging system to communicate important updates. We always aim to support our guests, and we truly regret that this experience fell short of your expectations. If you’d like to discuss the matter further or share additional details, please feel free to contact us directly at info@tours-of-switzerland.com.
We had no idea this tour would be so memorable! Jonas is a wealth of knowledge and shared history, local information, recommendations (the Raclette was incredible) and past photos with us! It was a pleasure to spend the day with him! We will recommend him and this tour to friends and family!!
We had a wonderful time.Jonas picked us up at our hotel and took us by train from Bern to Zermatt and on up via Gornergrat’s Railway to view the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks and glaciers. It was a cloudy, light rainy day so the Matterhorn was covered by clouds but some of the glaciers were still visible. Even though the weather was unpredictable on the day we planned for our trip , we had a great time and enjoyed what we could see plus the tour of the quaint village of Zermatt as well. Jonas was a great tour guide and navigated everything for us effortlessly. He also recommenced restaurants for us near our hotel in Bern and even sent us a picture of the Matterhorn when he took up another tour group the next day when it was clearer. That was so nice of him. He continued to make our tour complete even after our trip was over. I would definitely recommend this tour !
Switzerland is definitely a beautiful country wherever you look, and for me, there is no better way to learn about a country than to learn about its history told by somebody else. Jonas, my guide, was very nice, polite and well-versed in interesting facts and told me many of those, that I enjoyed immensely.
