Bernese Oberland Imperial Rail Panorama Voyage

Day 1: Arrival in Switzerland & Interlaken Welcome

Arrive at Zurich / Geneva / Basel airports and meet your SwissVoyagers host for a private transfer to Interlaken — perfectly located between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. Check into your hotel with alpine views. In the evening, enjoy a welcome reception with Swiss canapés and drinks, followed by a group dinner introducing your Imperial Rail Panorama Voyage and the exciting rail journeys ahead.

Day 2: Interlaken Orientation & Harder Kulm Panoramas

After breakfast, take a guided orientation walk around Interlaken’s lakeside boulevards and scenic viewpoints. In the afternoon, ascend by funicular to Harder Kulm for breathtaking panoramas over the lakes and mountains — ideal for group photos. Return for a traditional Swiss dinner featuring regional specialties and wine pairings.

Day 3: Lake Brienz Cruise & Giessbach Falls

This morning’s highlight is a scenic cruise on Lake Brienz, with turquoise waters framed by dramatic alpine cliffs. Disembark at Giessbach for a guided walk to the cascading waterfalls and historic Grandhotel Giessbach. Enjoy a lakeside lunch before returning to Interlaken for leisure time and dinner.

Day 4: Bernese Oberland Panorama Express

Today, board the Bernese Oberland Panorama Express — a scenic rail and boat combination offering some of Switzerland’s most iconic views. Travel past lakes, through tunnels, over bridges, and alongside dramatic mountains. Disembark in a picturesque lakeside town for lunch and free exploration before returning to Interlaken by rail. Dinner is at leisure.

Day 5: Lauterbrunnen Valley & Trümmelbach Falls

Travel into the majestic Lauterbrunnen Valley — a glacier-carved wonderland with towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Visit the Trümmelbach Falls inside the mountain, followed by a gentle valley walk. Enjoy a mountain lodge lunch and return to Interlaken for dinner and relaxation.

Day 6: Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

Board a panoramic train to Jungfraujoch — the “Top of Europe.” Experience spectacular glacier panoramas, snowy terraces, and the Ice Palace. Lunch at the summit restaurant provides breathtaking views before descending to Interlaken in the afternoon. Dinner tonight is a classic Swiss fondue evening.

Day 7: GoldenPass Panoramic Train to Montreux

Depart on the GoldenPass panoramic train — one of Switzerland’s most scenic rail routes — passing alpine valleys, lakes, and charming villages. Arrive in Montreux on Lake Geneva and enjoy a guided lakeside walk and historic château visit. Return by train in the evening for dinner back in Interlaken.

Day 8: Bern City Excursion & Zytglogge Clocktower

Take a guided day trip to Bern, Switzerland’s capital. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its arcades, fountains, and iconic Zytglogge clocktower. Enjoy lunch in a historic café and some free time for shopping or chocolate tasting. Return to Interlaken for dinner and leisure.

Day 9: Schilthorn Cableway & Mürren Views

Ascend by cable car to the Schilthorn for 360° panoramic views of the Bernese peaks. Continue to the car-free village of Mürren for a scenic walk and enjoying mountain air. Lunch on the mountain and a relaxed descent complete the day before dinner in Interlaken.

Day 10: Glacier Express Scenic Railway Experience

Board the iconic Glacier Express — known as the “slowest express train” in the world — for a full day of panoramic rail travel across snowy passes, deep valleys, and charming hamlets. Spend the day on board with windows framing ever-changing alpine scenery while lunch is served onboard. Return to Interlaken in the evening for dinner.

Day 11: Grindelwald First & Cliff Walk

Visit the alpine village of Grindelwald and ride the cable car up to First. Experience the First Cliff Walk — a dramatic panoramic walkway — and enjoy optional activities like short alpine hikes or gentle sledging (seasonal). Lunch at a mountain hut and an afternoon return to Interlaken for dinner.

Day 12: Oeschinensee Archetypal Alpine Lake

Today’s visit brings you to the beautiful Oeschinensee, surrounded by towering peaks. Weather permitting, enjoy guided walks or photo stops along the frozen or mirror-like lake surface, share a picnic lunch, and soak in the alpine atmosphere. Return to Interlaken for an Alpine gourmet dinner.

Day 13: Lake Thun Cruise & Spiez Castle Gardens

Embark on a scenic cruise on Lake Thun with panoramic mountain views. Disembark at Spiez to explore the historic castle and its gardens overlooking the lake. Enjoy lunch with views before returning to Interlaken for a free evening and optional shop or café visits.

Day 14: Choice Day & Farewell Gala Dinner

Today offers a choice of experiences: revisit a favourite rail route, explore local markets, enjoy thermal spa time, or take a final scenic walk. In the evening, gather for your *Farewell Gala Dinner* — a celebration highlighting the journey’s panoramic rail moments, gourmet cuisine, and shared memories.

Day 15: Farewell Brunch & Departure Transfers

Conclude your Imperial Rail Panorama Voyage with a scenic farewell brunch overlooking alpine panoramas. Capture last photos, share reflections, and enjoy your final moments in Switzerland before private transfers to Zurich / Geneva / Basel airports according to departure timings. Depart Switzerland enriched with unforgettable rail panoramas and alpine vistas.

Rail services subject to weather and operational schedules. Routing may vary due to safety advisories or engineering works. Standard supplier cancellation policies apply.