
Experiencing Switzerland’s iconic panoramic trains
22/01/2026 · By Rob Payne
Soak up unforgettable alpine views at the Top of Europe and cross from Interlaken to Montreux on Switzerland’s GoldenPass Express with Great Rail Journeys.
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