Swiss Train Escape (KCHX)

8 Day Tour from St. Gallen to Lake Geneva

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All aboard this great escape to Switzerland featuring travel by train on this Globus Escapes tour. Breathe in the breathtaking panoramas from scenic train routes for stunning Swiss sights that are off the rails! Glide past picture-book villages, lakes, and hillsides from St. Gallen aboard the Voralpen Express for a stay in Lucerne to soak in the beauty and history beneath the Alps. Continue by train to Bern for a stay in the Swiss capital where everything’s coming up roses in the gardens of the city named after its local bears. Hop aboard another train to Lausanne on the shores of Lake Geneva and take a stroll along Europe’s largest freshwater lake. Join us on board to explore the stunning sights, dining delights, and heavenly heights of Switzerland by train!

Special Features Included in this Tour:
• Orientation walk in St. Gallen
• Train ride on the scenic Voralpen Express
• Orientation walk in Lucerne
• Guided walking tour in Bern
• Visit to Lausanne
• Visit to Montreux
• Guided visit of Chillon Castle
• Train ride between Lucerne and Bern
• Train ride between Bern and Lake Geneva

Dates & Prices Book Online

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Meals

Meals & Itinerary

7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

Notes:

This rail tour requires guests to walk between hotels and train stations. Uneven terrain and stairs in some train stations and during included experiences may pose challenges for guests with physical limitations or those who rely on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.

One piece of luggage per person, not exceeding 20 kg / 44 lbs, will be transported from the lobby of your overnight hotel to the next overnight hotel on travel days. For hand luggage, a small backpack or handbag containing essentials for the day (such as water, a raincoat, essential medication, money, etc.) is recommended to carry during train journeys and daily activities.

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN ST. GALLEN, SWITZERLAND

Welcome to St. Gallen! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Nearest airport is Zurich).

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Dinner

Day 2 ST. GALLEN

Swiss Specialties This morning, join an orientation walk of St. Gallen’s Old Town and see the UNESCO-listed Abbey District with its baroque Cathedral, named after St. Gall an Irish monk doing missionary work, and world-famous library. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE It may not be the most famous city in Switzerland, but St. Gallen is one of the country’s gems. It boasts a charming old town, featuring half-timbered houses and carved bay windows, the oldest soccer team on Continental Europe, the oldest brewery in Switzerland, and was once responsible for approximately half the world’s embroidery production. Take a stroll down the Marktgasse and sample a famous St. Gallen Bratwurst.

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Breakfast

Day 3 ST. GALLEN–LUCERNE

Scenic Surroundings This morning, board the Voralpen Express train for a scenic journey through Switzerland’s Pre-Alps, providing beautiful views of lakes, hills, and villages. Arrive in Lucerne, spend some free time exploring and settling into your hotel before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant this evening.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Lucerne is considered an alpine gem, nestled among the mountains and set on the edge of a glacier lake. It is also home to one of Switzerland’s most iconic monuments - Bertel Thorvaldsen’s Lion Monument, a moving commemoration of the Swiss Guards who were massacred in 1792 during the French Revolution. Why not take a stroll to see why Mark Twain described it as 'the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world.'

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 4 LUCERNE

Bridging History This morning, join an orientation walk to see the highlights of Lucerne. Admire the 14th century Chapel Bridge that crosses the River Reuss, and the charming Altstadt (old town) with its quaint streets and painted buildings. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to get better acquainted with this alpine gem.

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CITY SIGHTS See the symbol of Lucerne, the famous Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge), the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe. Originally built in 1365, the bridge includes the Wasserturm (water tower) that once served as a prison. Today, this world-famous timber bridge is Lucerne’s most photographed landmark.

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Breakfast

Day 5 LUCERNE–BERN

Coming Up Roses in Bern Board your train this morning and enjoy the views before arriving in beautiful Bern, capital city of Switzerland. Join your Local Guide for a sightseeing tour and stroll through the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its ornate fountains and entertaining Zytglogge (clock tower). Free time this evening to explore more and sample some local specialties.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS Bern’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, captivates visitors with its beautifully preserved medieval streets, perched on a hill embraced by the winding Aare River. Elegant limestone arcades, vibrant 16th‑century fountains, and graceful sandstone buildings together form one of Europe’s most atmospheric historic centers. Iconic landmarks like the Zytglogge clock tower and the Bern Minster—Switzerland’s tallest cathedral—showcase the city’s rich cultural heritage.

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Breakfast

Day 6 BERN–LAKE GENEVA

Life on the Lake Depart Bern by train and arrive at Lausanne, located on Lake Geneva, the largest freshwater lake in Central Europe. Enjoy free time to linger in Lausanne, stroll around the old town or perhaps discover its Olympic heritage

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PICTURE PERFECT The glistening waters of Lake Geneva lap against its French and Swiss shores in the serene surroundings of sublime vineyards and countryside. Belle Epoque sailboats traverse the lakeshores amid castles, museums, and resort towns as they have for over a century.

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Breakfast

Day 7 LAKE GENEVA

Grandeur in Geneva Today, enjoy an included excursion by train to Chillon Castle and Montreux. Be captivated by anecdotal accounts and historical background during a guided tour of the historic castle. Enjoy some free time in Montreux, often referred to as the Swiss Riviera, and favored by music stars as a recording location. Take time to stroll around town and along the stunning lakeside promenade. Join your travel companions this evening for a farewell dinner.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Located in a strategic position on the banks of Lake Geneva, Chillon Castle has been a toll station for ships sailing on the lake. Learn about these fascinating stories while strolling through this serene location and take in breath-taking views of the surrounding area.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 8 LAKE GENEVA

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (The nearest airport is Geneva.)

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Breakfast

Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

MARCO NOCI

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“Switzerland! Where better to take a break than in this naturally stunning and peaceful country? On a tour of this remarkable place, I won't just show you the Switzerland that you will find in the guidebooks (chocolate, fondue, and clocks that go "cuckoo"), I will share with you the genuine "Swiss" experience. There's more to this unique country than meets the eye!”

Accommodations

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

St. Gallen

Lucerne

St. Gallen

The Best of St. Gallen: History, Culture & Hidden Gems

Discover the heart of St. Gallen on a guided city tour through its charming Old Town, the stunning Baroque Cathedral, and the UNESCO-recognized Abbey Library. Learn how the historic Mühleggbahn funicular works with its unique water-powered system.

Price Range: $$$

Lucerne

Mount Pilatus

Grab your camera and prepare for indescribable panoramic views on this thrilling ascent up Mount Pilatus.

Price Range: $$$$

Traditional Swiss Dinner with Homemade Beer

Take part to this enjoyable outing featuring a historic riverside venue, a delicious dinner of beer-enhanced recipes, and tasty craft beer!

Price Range: $$$$

Private Touring

Private Touring: Globus European Private Touring enables you to experience all of the attractions, sights and highlights of your selected Globus tour as a private experience - delivered just for you and your traveling party. With Private Touring, you'll have your own dedicated Tour Director, your own private transportation and driver, and your own professional local guides. All with greater flexibility in pace and your experience.

For your selected tour, there will be additional per-person cost for the size of your party - from 1 to 24. This additional supplement is reduced with each traveler you add to your party.

Here's a sample of the additional cost:

6 guests in a party: $2,460*
18 guests in a party: $631*

Contact Globus or your preferred travel agent for pricing for your specific party size as well as any other information on Globus Private Touring.

* Supplement pricing is per person (CA) and will be added to the standard published price for your given departure date and is based on availability. Supplement price is valid for 2020 and 2021 travel years. Occasionally some included and optional activities & excursions may be operated with other guests. Additional restrictions may apply. Not applicable for custom groups. No Group allowances or promotions are available on Private Touring. Published itineraries only. Note that blackout dates may exist where the Private Touring option is not available.

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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