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Glacier Express

Switzerland
41 (0)27 927 77 77
Ranked #59 of 258 attractions in Swiss Alps
4.0 of 5 stars 105 Reviews
Type: Scenic Railroads, Scenic Drives
Activities: Group tours/train
Traveller Description:   The Glacier Express is one of Switzerland's most scenic train journeys.   It's a year-round train service between Zermatt at the foot of the... more »
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Brisbane
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW
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The views are amazing and the journey is pleasant. The commentary along the way was very informative. A must if you are in the area or need to travel in this area. A tip. We did not have to pay for this journey as it was covered by our swiss rail pass which we bought on a 2 for 1... More

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Mumbai
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012
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Took the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Brig. Had to pay only for reservations since we had a swiss pass. We went this May and were wondering if it would be worth the time and money. However it was a memorable trip. The views were fantastic and specially so the glacier views. Enjoyed the trip and found it definitely... More

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Missouri City, Texas
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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Took the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt. The trip is free with the Swiss Pass, but reservations (which cost $45 pp) are recommended. Our train wasn't even close to full - so the reservation made was unnecessary. The scenery is beautiful and well worth it. The food was pricey, but good. The train moves slower than other rail... More

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

We went in the month of may. It had very mediocre view,not worth the price you pay.You get the same view by regular train from St.Moritz to Zermatt.Why pay so heavily. the meals are highly overpriced and definitely not even worth a mention. I suppose you get better views in winter. There is absolutely no point in paying for the... More

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Boston
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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we were excited to do this express train but were furious afterwards. 1. The meal is not included and is expensive. The train trip was already very expensive and we assumed that the meal was included. The meal was average train fare not worth the eighty extra bucks per person. 2. The train cars for the glacier express are literally... More

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Top Contributor
85 reviews 85 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
3
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This is a short and sweet review by me. Did the trip from Zermatt to St Moritz in grand style. Super train with old fashioned carriages if you choose one. Lunch 5 star. Matched lunch on the Orient Express which I have done too. Scenery spectacular. Don't miss the photo opportunity when you get to the viaduct! More

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Illnau, Switzerland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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As mentioned in prospect Glacier Express is train to fall in love. Coaches are really comfortable with panoramic view. Path is really amazing going up to 2000m above see level. Lakes, glaciers and little swiss mountain villages gives amazing experience. Travel can be surrounded by gentle music from your headphones. During jurney is posibility to have a good portion of... More

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Coopersburg, Pennsylvania
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150 reviews 150 reviews
Reviews in 71 cities Reviews in 71 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012
4
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What a great ride. We had the Euro Rail Pass and because of that we had first class tickets. (There is not a great deal of difference to 2nd class, but we had more room and great windows) We got on in Chur but you can start in St Moritz as well. This is a scenic trip so the train... More

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Croydon, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
4
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The Glacier Express train from Zermatt to St Moritz is something that all travellers should try to do, not just train fans. The trip take 8 hours but due to the comfort of your seats and the stunning scenery it is over all too quickly. Although the price of 250 euro for 1st class, including meal & seat reservation, sounds... More

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Dallas, Texas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
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Our family thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful scenery from the Glacier Express. This was one of our most memorable experiences in Switzerland. We did not like St. Moritz for a variety of reasons, but we thoroughly enjoyed Zermatt. More

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