Switzerland by Rail

Zurich, lakeside Luzern, the capital Bern and Geneva, one rail pass, endless mountains.

• Rail journey
• 8–12 days
• Balanced pace
• Rail journeys
• nature
• Scenic drives

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Swiss trains turn the whole country into one itinerary: Zurich’s old town and lake, Luzern’s wooden bridge below Pilatus, the arcaded UNESCO centre of Bern, and Geneva at the foot of the Alps.

Why it works

Nowhere else does rail travel this well: punctual trains, lake-and-mountain views from every window, and four distinct cities within a few hours of each other.

The route

Your itinerary

1. 1Zürich1–2 nights
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2. 🚆 Train Zürich → LuzernFind Zürich → Luzern train tickets via Omio
   2Luzern1–2 nights
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3. 🚆 Train Luzern → BernFind Luzern → Bern train tickets via Omio
   3Bern1–2 nights
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4. 🚆 Train Bern → GenevaFind Bern → Geneva train tickets via Omio
   4Geneva1–2 nights
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