Next on the itinerary is Luzern, an urban lakeside gem that's the gateway to the Alps. From Basel, the journey to this pretty town takes just 1 hour, taking you through snow-capped mountains and ...

The eco-minded Swiss have perfected rail travel like no other nation, with trains gliding between cities, slopes and snow-capped peaks with maximum efficiency. Read on for your ultimate 10-day guide.

Switzerland mountain trains: Six of the best alpine rail trips. By Brian Johnston. October 14, 2022 — 12.15am. ... Eventually the train gains enough height to eyeball the snow peaks.

This 180-mile Scenic Train Is Called the 'Window to the Swiss Alps' With Panoramic Views and Gourmet Dining. Here’s how to plan a trip aboard Switzerland’s famous Glacier Express.

These winter train rides allow you to enjoy views of snow-dusted forests, ice-capped mountains, and dramatic fjords, all while staying cozy onboard.

Made up of 100 cars and stretching for 1,906 meters, an electric-powered train has spiraled out of the Swiss mountains to smash a world record as part of celebrations to mark the 175th anniversary ...

Grouped on one pass (75 Swiss francs, or about $84, a day), they are mapped with both skiing and sledding runs and connected by bus, train and tram lines, all included with the pass.

Made up of 100 cars and stretching for 1,906 meters, an electric-powered train has spiraled out of the Swiss mountains to smash a world record as part of celebrations to mark the 175th anniversary ...