A private three-day introduction to Switzerland combining the scenic Glacier Express route, Mount Pilatus and the Lauterbrunnen Valley, with a strong focus on rail travel and flexible pacing.
The 3-Day Swiss Highlights: Glacier Express Route tour is built for travelers who want a compact but complete introduction to Switzerland’s Alpine scenery. Rather than trying to cover the entire country, this itinerary focuses on three standout experiences — the Glacier Express scenic route, Mount Pilatus, and the Lauterbrunnen Valley — so every day feels purposeful rather than rushed. Because the tour is private and guided, the pacing on the 3-Day Swiss Highlights: Glacier Express Route stays flexible around weather, photography stops, and personal preference.
Travel through Alpine scenery on the route used by the Glacier Express, focusing on glaciers, mountains and dramatic gorges. This is the scenic route rather than the branded tourist train.
Route: Swiss hotel → Glacier Express route → return/overnight base Transport: First-class rail Walking level: Easy
Day 1 is the anchor of the 3-Day Swiss Highlights: Glacier Express Route itinerary, introducing travelers to the high mountain passes, glacial valleys, and river gorges the route is best known for, seen comfortably from first-class rail carriages.
Experience Mount Pilatus using mountain transport and enjoy time at the summit, with a Lake Lucerne cruise forming part of the day.
Route: Base → Lake Lucerne → Mount Pilatus → base Transport: Rail + boat + mountain transport Walking level: Easy
Visit the Lauterbrunnen Valley for waterfall views, photography and gentle walking in one of the Bernese Oberland’s best-known glacial landscapes.
Route: Base → Lauterbrunnen Valley → base Transport: Rail Walking level: Easy
Is this the actual Glacier Express train? No — the 3-Day Swiss Highlights: Glacier Express Route tour follows the scenic route and its Alpine views rather than booking seats on the branded Glacier Express train itself.
How difficult is the walking on this tour? All three days on the 3-Day Swiss Highlights: Glacier Express Route are rated Easy, making it suitable for most fitness levels, including families and older travelers.
What is included in the price? The 3-Day Swiss Highlights: Glacier Express Route package includes a 3-day first-class Swiss Travel Pass, admission to listed attractions, and a private guide for all three days.
STC pricing note: Live price, operating dates, rail schedules, mountain transport and seasonal restrictions must be reconfirmed before payment.
Looking for single-day excursions or longer tours? Check out our single-day Zurich to Lauterbrunnen Private Tour, explore all of our offerings on our Swiss Tours Catalog, or contact us via our Contact Page to reserve your dates.
Yes. Swiss Tour Company will quote this as a private itinerary for your travelling party, subject to final availability.
3-day first-class Swiss Travel Pass; Admission to listed attractions; Private tour guide for all three days
Live price, timetable and operating conditions must be reconfirmed. Key notes for this route include: Wheelchair and stroller accessibility are listed by the source; Pets are listed as allowed; Guide meeting point is the hotel lobby on the morning of the tour
