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Tours/Bern/Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern

Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern

5.0(2)Bern10 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
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Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern
Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern

At a glance

Duration
10 hours
Price from
$80 / person
Location
Bern, Switzerland
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, FR
Group
Private
Cancellation
See policy below
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
SwissTravelGuide.ch
Meeting point
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

Description

Embark on an extraordinary one-day journey from Bern as you board the iconic Glacier Express panoramic train, traveling from Chur to Brig. With a private tour guide by your side, immerse yourself in the breathtaking Alpine scenery while relishing a gourmet lunch on board. This exclusive experience seamlessly combines luxury train travel, culinary indulgence, and the personalized touch of a knowledgeable guide, ensuring an unforgettable adventure through Switzerland's majestic landscapes

Tour Options

Glacier Express one day round trip with private tourguide - starts in Bern

Itinerary

Lake Zurich
Pass by

The elongated, slightly curved shape of Lake Zurich resembles a banana. The lake is around 28 kilometers long from Rapperswil to Zurich

Walensee
Pass by

The Walensee is a lake in the eastern Prealps in Switzerland and is located in the cantons of St. Gallen and Glarus.

Chur
60 min

Chur is a city in the Alps and the capital of the canton of Graubünden in eastern Switzerland. In the car-free old town, winding streets lead to the three-aisled 13th-century Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in the courtyard of the Bishop's Palace. Here the Glacier Express journey ends and you change after the city visit to the regular trains.

Ruinaulta Rheinschlucht
Pass by

The Ruinaulta or Rhine Gorge is a gorge of up to 400 meters deep and around 13 kilometers long in the Vorderrhein between Ilanz and the mouth of the Hinterrhein near Reichenau in the canton of Graubünden

Disentis
10 min

The winter sports and health resort is located in the upper part of the Surselva. At the end of the 17th century, a new monastery complex was built in the baroque style. The Glacier Express train stops here for 10 minutes

Oberalp Pass
Pass by

The Oberalp Pass connects the villages of Sedrun in the Surselva in the canton of Graubünden with Andermatt in the Urseren Valley in the canton of Uri in Switzerland

Andermatt
10 min

Andermatt is a village in the Ursen Valley of the Swiss Alps. The cable car takes visitors to the Gemsstock ski area and a chairlift connects the village with the easier slopes on the Nätschen. North of Andermatt one of numerous hiking trails leads to the Teufelsbrücke over the Schöllenen Gorge. The Glacier Express train stops here for 10 minutes.

Pass by

The highest valley section of the Upper Valais between the source of the Rhone and the valley step of Grengiols near Brig is called Goms. It is the easternmost part of the canton of Valais. In the east it is limited by the Furka Pass between Galenstock and Pizzo Rotondo and in the west by the Weisshorn. The uppermost part of the valley is still called Obergoms.

Brig
60 min

Brig is an alpine town in the canton of Valais in southern Switzerland. It lies at the foot of the Simplon Pass, which leads to the Italian border. A stop on the Glacier Express train, Brig is known for its thermal baths, the Sebastian Chapel and the 17th-century Stockalper Castle. At Brig you leave the Glacier Express train and after the city visit, you travel back to your origin departure point by regular intercity train. From Brig to Bern it takes one hour, from Bern to Zürich/Basel or Luzern another hour.

What's included

Included
Swiss tourguide for your party only
Travel on scheduled train from Bern to Brig (1 hour) in 2nd class
3-course lunch served at your seat (vegetarian option available)
all taxes and fees
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
Glacier Express train travel from Brig to Chur (4 hours) incl. seat reservation in 2nd class
One Day Train Pass for the Travel Day in 2nd class
Not included
drinks

Traveller Ratings

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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
  • a minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • 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
  • Glacier Express train schedule changes frequently. Depending on seat availability, the tour can be in vice versa routing.
  • Glacier Express train runs mid-December until October, other schedule changes possible.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern take?

Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.

How much does Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern cost?

Prices start at $80 per person for this Bern experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern for free?

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip from Bern offered in?

The experience is available in DE, EN, FR.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller children must be accompagnied by an adult, but tour not recommended for children below 10yrs (length of train ride)

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Reviews(2)

P
Pamela_P
May 19, 2022
Beautiful scenery

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.

Operator response

Hello Pamela Thank you for sharing your experience. Kind regards

G
George_H
July 29, 2021
Memory of a lifetime

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

Operator response

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

$80/ person
5.0(2)
Duration10 hours
LanguagesDE, EN, FR
ConfirmationWithin 24h
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