Chur, Disentis & Andermatt Panoramic Rail Tour | From Zurich

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Zurich

  Your guide will meet and greet you at the designated meeting point at Zurich before accompanying you on a journey through the Upper Rhine Valley and the high mountain regions connecting Graubünden with Central Switzerland.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Chur

  The day begins in Chur, Switzerland's oldest city and the historic capital of Graubünden. Surrounded by mountains and shaped by centuries of trade and cultural exchange, Chur has long served as an important gateway to the Alpine world. As you explore the city, your guide will introduce the history of eastern Switzerland, the development of the Swiss Confederation, and the diverse communities that continue to thrive among the mountains today. From Chur, board a panoramic train and settle in for one of Switzerland's most scenic rail journeys. Designed to showcase the landscapes of the Swiss Alps, the route passes through regions that remain largely untouched by mass tourism.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Disentis

  The first major destination is Disentis, a picturesque Alpine village known for its rich Romansh heritage and centuries-old Benedictine Abbey. Far removed from Switzerland's larger tourist centres, Disentis offers an authentic glimpse into mountain life, where local traditions, language, and culture continue to play an important role in everyday life. Nestled among dramatic mountain scenery, the village remains deeply connected to its Romansh heritage and centuries-old customs. During your visit, your guide will explain the importance of the abbey, the survival of the Romansh language, and the cultural identity that continues to define this remarkable region.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• Oberalp Pass (Pass by)

  Leaving Disentis behind, the railway climbs through increasingly dramatic mountain terrain towards the Oberalp region. Wide valleys, rugged peaks, and remote settlements create some of the most memorable scenery of the day. Along the route, you'll pass landscapes that remain largely untouched by large-scale tourism, offering an authentic perspective on life in the Swiss Alps. As the train approaches the Oberalp Pass, panoramic views extend across high-altitude meadows, mountain streams, and sweeping Alpine landscapes. Your guide will explain the historical importance of these mountain routes and how generations of travellers, traders, and local communities relied upon them long before the arrival of modern transport.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Andermatt

  The journey concludes in Andermatt, a historic mountain village situated in the Urseren Valley. For centuries, its strategic position near the Gotthard Pass made it a vital crossroads connecting northern and southern Europe. Walking through the village, you'll discover traditional chalets, quiet streets, and impressive mountain scenery while learning how Andermatt evolved from a remote Alpine settlement into one of Switzerland's most attractive mountain destinations. Away from the larger tourist centres, Andermatt offers a peaceful and authentic conclusion to the experience. Together, Disentis and Andermatt reveal a side of Switzerland often missed by visitors, while the panoramic railway connecting them showcases some of the country's most breathtaking mountain scenery and authentic Alpine communities. Surrounded by dramatic peaks and rich Alpine heritage, the village captures the character, resilience, and traditions that continue to define life in the high mountains.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• Zurich (Pass by)

  After leaving Andermatt, the journey towards Zurich passes through some of Central Switzerland's most picturesque landscapes. Travellers follow the historic Gotthard corridor through broad mountain valleys, traditional villages, and forested hillsides before the scenery gradually opens towards Lake Lucerne. Along the route, views of alpine rivers, rolling countryside, and lakeside communities provide a final glimpse of the Swiss mountains. As the journey continues northwards, the dramatic Alpine terrain slowly gives way to the more urban landscapes of central and northern Switzerland before arriving in Zurich.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Tags

Rating