8 Train Day Trips in Switzerland for Your Spare Day

1.Bernina Train, Swiss Alps & St. Moritz Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,120 reviews · from $120Our pick

Leave Milan by air-conditioned coach for Lake Como, St. Moritz, and the Bernina Red Train. You get about 105 minutes in St. Moritz, a 2-hour-20-minute train ride with opening windows, and commentary from an English-speaking guide. Guides may include Alejandro, Chiara, Maria Cristina, or Mara.

“the trip was wonderful! the views and sites were awesome. there was an accident on the way back and it took an hor longer to return but that was not the fault of the driver or the guide. they were very accommodating. Maria Cristina was wonderful and full of information. she helped me a lot as I walk with a walker.”

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2.St Moritz & Alps Day Trip with Bernina Red Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 851 reviews · from $104Best value

Spend 11 hours crossing Lombardy and the Swiss Alps from Milan. You’ll visit St. Moritz, ride the red Bernina train with opening windows, and explore Tirano before returning by coach. Guides such as Salvatore, Amato, Marina, and Hajar have led recent departures, with stories and practical help throughout the day.

“The trip was amazing! Just to see the swizz alps was a beautiful thing that everyone has to see at least once in their life! The tour guide Maya was very good and we enjoyed the trip. The only thing that I would improve was to stop the bernina train at one point to touch or see the snow.”

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3.Zermatt Day Trip & Glacier Paradise Cable Car Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 107 reviews · 13 hours · from $226

Spend 13 hours traveling from Geneva to Zermatt by comfortable air-conditioned bus, electric shuttle, and optional cable car. Enjoy free time among old Walser houses, or ride to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise for glacier views, an ice palace, and a high Alpine viewing platform. Guides such as David, Babis, Roger, and Ameen are known for clear instructions and friendly service.

“Our day trip to Zermatt was wonderful! The buses are very nice and our guide Zed was fantastic and friendly. He knew his way around and even led the group up the cable cars and through the ice caves. Took photos for people and got us there and back safely. I highly recommend this tour because it is beautiful and the transport is much easier than on your own!”

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4.Day Trip to Lucerne and Mount Stanserhorn Including CabriO Cable Car Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 106 reviews · from $191

From Zurich, you travel by coach to Lucerne and Stans, ride a restored 1893 funicular, then take the roofless CabriO cable car to Mount Stanserhorn. Enjoy roughly four hours around the summit, including Marmot Park and the revolving Rondorama restaurant, before returning by train to Lucerne and coach to Zurich. The mountain portion is self-guided with clear instructions and tickets.

“It was a good pick: Lucerne/Stasenhorn. We went around with the group until we were dropped off at the Stasenhorn funicular stn by the guide. The open-top cable car ride after the funicular was amazing! And the solo train ride going back to Lucerne to meet up with the group for the ride back home after several hours made the trip better. Great experiences.”

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5.Scenic Alps Day Trip with Bernina Train Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 100 reviews · 12.5 hours · from $206Top rated

Travel from Milan with an English-speaking guide such as Luca, Sylvia, or Paola, combining Lake Como, Tirano, the UNESCO-listed Bernina railway, and St. Moritz. A small group of up to 18 travels by train and minibus, with mountain scenery, short walks, photo stops, and free time for lunch.

“Paola was a fabulous guide! She shared lots of details and remained patient and friendly from the beginning to end of a long day. She and our driver Fabio were very punctual and added an additional stop when we had extra time. Paola generously took photos for everyone on our trip at multiple spots which our family will treasure. Thanks to her recommendation we enjoyed a local dish in Tirano and I'm craving it the next day! A Bernina Train tour is a must if you are visiting northern Italy. Truly spectacular.”

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6.Mount Rigi Day Trip with Cruise and Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 67 reviews · 7 hours · from $186

You’ll cross Lake Lucerne by boat, climb Mount Rigi on the 1871 cogwheel railway, visit car-free Rigi Kaltbad, and descend by cable car. An English-speaking guide such as Robert, Annabelle, or Judith keeps the day organized while you enjoy 13 lakes, Alpine peaks, and time for a short walk.

“It was excellent. Our tour guide Robert was knowledgable and made the day very interesting whilst taking us through scenic routes. Recommend this 100%.”

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7.Mount Titlis Day Trip with Cable Car Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 34 reviews · 6 hours · from $192

Travel by coach from Lucerne to Engelberg, then ride the Titlis Xpress and revolving Rotair cable car to 3,028 meters. You’ll have time for the Ice Grotto, glacier views, Trübsee, and snowtubing at Glacier Park. The Ice Flyer chair lift is available when you select that option. English guides include drivers such as Giannis.

“Bom dia! algumas atividades estavam fechadas devido ao tempo e o ingresso não foi comprado, embora estivesse no valor do pacote. gostaria de receber ressarcimento desse valor. A viagem foi tranquila e organizada. obrigada pelo serviço pontual e de qualidade”

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8.Bernina Train Day Trip to Tirano & St. Moritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 21 reviews · from $141

Travel from Milan by coach to Tirano and St. Moritz, then ride the Bernina Express through Swiss Alpine scenery. You get a live guide in English or Spanish, free time in both towns, and round-trip transport. Guide Andres may lead the day. Bring warm clothes, ID, and snacks for a full 13-hour outing.

“Andres was a very good and knowledgeable guide. We had a lot of problems with the bus. It was a real dump. Luckily, it didn't affect the schedule too much.”

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