Arrive in Munich and begin your Grand Alpine rail journey in Germany’s cultural heart. Settle into your hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening, with time to explore the historic old town or sample traditional Bavarian cuisine.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Munich Airport → Munich Main Station: ~40 km | 40 min
Overnight in Munich

Enjoy a guided tour of Munich, visiting highlights such as Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel, and the Frauenkirche. Discover the city’s rich history and architecture while experiencing the lively atmosphere of its historic squares.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Local city travel: negligible (5–10 min trips within Munich)
Overnight in Munich

Travel from Munich to Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace, and enjoy a musical welcome celebrating the city’s classical heritage. Explore Baroque streets, historic squares, and views of the fortress overlooking the Salzach River.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Munich → Salzburg: ~145 km | 1h 30min
Overnight in Salzburg

Spend a relaxed day exploring Salzburg at your own pace. Visit Mozart’s birthplace, stroll through Mirabell Gardens, or enjoy riverside walks, with optional excursions to nearby alpine or cultural landmarks.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Local city travel: negligible
Overnight in Salzburg

Journey through the Austrian Lake District, passing sparkling lakes, alpine scenery, and charming villages. Explore highlights such as Hallstatt or St. Wolfgang before returning to the region for an overnight stay.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Salzburg → Hallstatt → Salzburg: ~90 km | 2h 30min round trip
Overnight in Lake District region

Travel to Innsbruck, set amid the Austrian Alps. Explore the historic old town, the Golden Roof, and imperial landmarks while enjoying the dramatic alpine backdrop surrounding this charming mountain city.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Salzburg → Hallstatt → Salzburg: ~90 km | 2h 30min round trip
Overnight in Innsbruck

Cross into Germany to visit fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle before ascending Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak. Enjoy panoramic alpine views from the mountain railway before returning to Innsbruck.

Approximate Rail Distances and times:
Innsbruck → Füssen (Neuschwanstein Castle): ~120 km | 2h 30min round trip
Zugspitze excursion (Garmisch-Partenkirchen): ~100 km | 2h round trip
Overnight in Innsbruck

Travel across the Alps to the elegant resort town of St. Moritz. Enjoy scenic rail connections through alpine valleys, mountain villages, and dramatic peaks before arriving for an overnight stay.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Innsbruck → St. Moritz: ~210 km | 5h (via scenic alpine rail connections)
Overnight in St. Moritz

Board the Bernina Express for a spectacular alpine journey into Italy. Pass glaciers, mountain passes, and alpine lakes on this UNESCO-listed route before returning to St. Moritz.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: St. Moritz → Tirano → St. Moritz: ~120 km | 4h round trip
Overnight in St. Moritz

Enjoy a free day in St. Moritz to explore at your own pace. Stroll along the lakeside, browse luxury boutiques, or join optional excursions into the surrounding alpine landscapes.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Local travel: negligible
Overnight at St. Moritz

Travel aboard the legendary Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt. Enjoy panoramic views of alpine valleys, deep gorges, and high mountain passes on one of Europe’s most scenic rail journeys.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: St. Moritz → Zermatt: ~290 km | 8h 30min
Overnight in Zermatt

Journey toward the Jungfraujoch, Europe’s “Top of Europe,” ascending through dramatic alpine scenery. Enjoy glacier views and snow-covered peaks before returning to the Interlaken region for overnight.

Approximate Rail Distances and times:
Zermatt → Interlaken: ~120 km | 2h 30min
Interlaken → Jungfraujoch → Interlaken: ~100 km | 3h round trip
Overnight in Interlaken

Spend a relaxed day exploring Interlaken. Enjoy optional excursions on Lake Thun or Lake Brienz, stroll through town, or simply take in the dramatic alpine scenery surrounding the region.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Local excursions: ~30 km | 1h round trip
Overnight in Interlaken

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey, departing with memories of iconic rail routes, alpine landscapes, historic cities, and unforgettable experiences across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy.

Approximate Rail Distance and time: Interlaken → Zürich Airport: ~120 km | 2h