• Zurich Hb - Zurich Central Station - Begin your tour with a scenic train journey from Zürich to Visp, lasting two hours.
• Bern - During your train ride, you’ll pass by Bern, known as the “Federal City” and serving as Switzerland’s capital. As the hub for both cantonal and federal administration, it stands as the largest center for public administration in the nation.
• Thunersee - Enjoy views of Lake Thun, a picturesque fjord lake located in the Bernese Oberland at the northern edge of the Alps.
• Lötschberg Base Tunnel - Continue your train journey through the Lötschberg Base Tunnel, a 34.6-kilometer-long railway tunnel that traverses beneath the northern Alpine chain at Lötschberg, connecting Frutigen in the Bernese Oberland (Canton of Bern, Switzerland) and Raron (Canton of Valais, Switzerland). Operational since 2007, this tunnel is part of the Lötschberg-Simplon axis of the New Rail Link through the Alps (NRLA), which extends from Basel via Bern-Thun-Spiez to Lötschberg and further via Brig-Simplon-Domodossola to Milan and Novara-Genoa. Alongside the parallel Gotthard axis, it forms a second route for transalpine rail freight traffic along the European Corridor (Rotterdam-Genoa).
• Visp - Visp is a municipality in the canton of Valais, Switzerland, situated at the entrance to the Vispertal at the confluence of the Vispa and the Rotten. This charming town is the capital and largest municipality in the district of Visp.

Here, transfer from the intercity train to the Matterhorn-Gotthard-Railway. The cogwheel train will take you to Zermatt in 55 minutes.

• Zermatt - Stroll through the historic part of the alpine village of Zermatt, featuring its characteristic wooden houses.
• Viewpoint Kirchbrucke Bridge - Visit this viewpoint for the iconic Zermatt village photo with Mt. Matterhorn in the background.
• Mountaineer’s Cemetery - This cemetery illustrates the close relationship between the success of climbing Mt. Matterhorn and the inherent risks. It is a significant part of Zermatt’s history, highlighting the dangers of high alpine climbing.
• Monte Rosa Hotel - The Monte Rosa Hotel is where the first ascent of Mt. Matterhorn began. Here, you can find detailed information about the first ascent and its historical significance.
• Zermatt GGB - Enjoy a 30-minute cogwheel train ride to an altitude of 10,000 feet. In this high alpine region, breathtaking views of Mt. Matterhorn and the glaciers await. Mt. Gornergrat is covered in snow year-round.
• Gornergrat - The Gornergrat is a mountain ridge at an elevation of 3,135 meters above sea level, located about three kilometers east of Zermatt in the Swiss canton of Valais. Positioned between the Gorner Glacier and the Findel Glacier, it offers views of over 20 peaks exceeding 4,000 meters, including Monte Rosa, the Matterhorn, and the Liskamm.

The Gornergratbahn travels from Zermatt (1,620 meters above sea level) to the Gornergrat, overcoming an altitude difference of nearly 1,500 meters. At the terminus (3,089 meters above sea level) on the southwestern tip of the ridge is the Kulmhotel, the highest mountain hotel in Switzerland. Visit the scenic viewpoint with its year-round snow or explore the multimedia experience world, showcasing the Matterhorn and its surrounding alpine environment in all dimensions. This attraction will captivate both young and old and is a wonderful place to visit on the Gornergrat, even in less favorable weather conditions.

• Zermatt - After returning from Gornergrat, your journey back to Zürich will take approximately three hours, following the same route as your morning arrival.

• Priority boarding pass for Matterhorn railway
• Local guide
• All transportation fees

• Food or drinks (lunch break at various restaurants possible)
• Gratuities

Embark on an unique small-group tour from Zürich to Zermatt, traversing the scenic landscapes of half of Switzerland by train. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in the alpine charm with a village walk in Zermatt, accompanied by awe-inspiring Matterhorn views. The adventure reaches new heights with an ascent on the cogwheel train to the summit of Mount Gornergrat with views to an incredible glacier world and Matterhorn Mountain. Limited to a select few, this personalized journey ensures an intimate and unforgettable experience, seamlessly blending picturesque train travel, cultural exploration, and breathtaking mountain vistas in the heart of Zermatt.

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