Private Tour
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Important Note: Due to the popularity of the Glacier Express and limited seating availability, we strongly recommend booking this tour at least two weeks in advance to ensure your spot on this iconic journey.
Enjoy the ease of travel with all train tickets included — no need to worry about bookings or hidden fees. Your local guide will handle the details and share insider tips along the way.
Experience Switzerland at its most breathtaking with a private Glacier Express adventure through the Swiss Alps. Begin your day aboard one of the world’s most scenic trains, winding through dramatic landscapes in absolute comfort. Over the course of this 10-hour journey, you'll travel from Chur—Switzerland’s oldest city—through the serene alpine village of Andermatt, and onward to the lakeside gem of Lucerne.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Glacier Express Seat Reservation
One Day Train Pass for the Travel Day 1st or 2nd class
3-course lunch served at your seat (when booking lunch option)
All taxes and fees
Private local guide
Headphones and written information available on board the Glacier Express train
Drinks
Any other extra personal expenses during the tour
Basel SBB Station
We will meet at Basel SBB train station and next will enjoy a scenic 2-hour train ride through breathtaking landscapes until Chur
Chur
Begin your Swiss adventure with a picturesque train ride to Chur, the oldest city in the country, with roots stretching back over 5,000 years. Upon arrival, step aboard the legendary Glacier Express and settle into your cozy carriage. Along the way, discover fascinating stories about the train’s remarkable history and its rise to global fame.
3 course lunch
3 course Lunch
Operated by Switzerland Viva Tours