The Alps - the last great barrier on the Grand Tour
Would you prefer the tranquil crystal lakes and waterfalls of the Austrian Tyrol or the glittering cities of Salzburg and Vienna? View Switzerland's dramatic peaks along the Oberalp Pass from the comfort of the legendary Glacier Express or by visiting the invigorating Swiss resorts of picture perfect Kandersteg or fashionable Montreux. Perhaps discover the dramatic Dolomites in Italy for an entirely different Alpine experience.
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Scenic Zermatt, pretty Interlaken & tranquil Poschiavo
Snowy shining peaks and sugar-frosted forests form a picture-postcard backdrop to our stunning rail trips across the roof of the Alps. We also visit scenic Zermatt, pretty Interlaken and tranquil Poschiavo - all by train.
Departures from February to March
from £1,615
An adventurous twin-centre rail holiday
This adventurous twin-centre rail holiday provides ample opportunity to explore the majestic Swiss Alps cloaked in their winter finery, and to enjoy our trip on the famous Glacier Express, surely the slowest, and certainly one of the most scenic 'express' trains in the world.
Departures from February to March
from £1,050
Rail journey on the Mont Blanc Express and the Montenvers Mountain Railway
This relaxing rail holiday takes full advantage of our handsome lake setting, whilst fascinating excursions by mountain railway bring us to the most enchanting snow-graced Alpine panoramas.
Departures from February to March
from £1,385
Breathtaking views from Swiss mountain railways
One of our most popular winter rail tours and no wonder; with glühwein and glaciers, breathtaking cable cars and narrow-gauge railways, and based in the wonderfully unspoilt town of Meiringen, this is a truly captivating holiday!
Departures from February to March
from £1,598
Unique location between Lake Thun and Brienz
The unique location of Interlaken, nestled between Lakes Thun and Brienz, and watched over by the mighty Jungfrau, make the ideal base for a holiday exploring the majestic winter peaks of the Bernese Oberland by train.
Departures from February to April
from £1,395
First Class Glacier Express in Winter & Spring (Brig-Chur) 2011/2012
Glacier Express in Winter & Spring (Chur-Kandersteg) 2012
Alps of Lake Geneva in Winter & Spring 2012
Jungfrau Express in Winter & Spring 2012
Interlaken & the Jungfrau Express in Winter & Spring 2012
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All of Great Rail Journeys alpine tours include a range of excursions to satisfy even the most thirsty of cultural appetites. Should you decide to venture off and explore on your own the tour manager will be able to advise you on a number of issues. Once you have decided to view cultural, historical or natural sights your tour manager can recommend a variety of points of interest, will be able to assist you in matters of alpine safety and find the best places to stop for lunch.