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Glacier Express train and Lucerne private day trip from Basel

Experience Switzerland with a private Glacier Express adventure through the Swiss Alps. Your local guide will manage all the details, providing insider tips throughout your journey.

Your day begins with a comfortable journey through the alpine landscapes. Over the course of this full-day trip, you'll traverse from Chur, Switzerland’s oldest city, to the tranquil village of Andermatt, nestled in the Ursen Valley. The journey continues to the lakeside city of Lucerne. As you travel, you'll learn about the train’s history and its rise to global fame.

During a brief stopover in Lucerne, you'll take a stroll through the old town, pausing at key landmarks and capturing photos. Following this exploration, you'll return to your starting point at Basel train station. This full-day tour offers an opportunity to experience Switzerland's beauty and history.

Main features

Place: Basel
Duration: 11 hours
Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
E-Voucher
Private group
Transport included

Why you’ll love this…

  • The tour offers a private adventure on the Glacier Express, one of the world's most scenic trains
  • Your local guide will handle all details and share the history of the region throughout the journey
  • You'll traverse from Chur, Switzerland's oldest city, to Andermatt, and then continue to Lucerne
  • During a brief stopover, you'll have the chance to explore Lucerne's old town with its landmarks

Important to know

Know in advance:

  • This tour includes a one-day train pass for the 1st class (Seat Category 1) or 2nd class (Seat Category 2)
  • Due to the popularity of the Glacier Express and limited seating availability, it is recommended to book this tour at least two weeks in advance to ensure your spot
  • A minimum of 2 adults is required to book this tour
  • This tour is led by a multilingual guide

Cancellation policy

Receive a 70% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Guided tour
  • Train ticket

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Meeting point:

You have the option of being picked up from your accommodation or meeting the guide at a designated point. If you opt for pick-up, please provide your address at checkout. Your guide will pick you up from your chosen area 30 minutes before the tour start time. Alternatively, if you prefer to meet at the designated point, this is located at Basel SBB train station, 22 Centralbahnstrasse, 4051 Basel, Switzerland. Your guide will be waiting for you in the departure hall, directly opposite the ticket office. Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.

Provider

Switzerland Viva Tours


Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145