7 Days In Zermatt,

Andermatt And St. Moritz

Luxury Rail Itinerary

Morning
Your journey begins with a trip to the Engadin – high valley light, wide skies, and lakes that mirror the mountains. With your private guide, you step into the quieter side of St. Moritz. A horse-drawn carriage carries you into a secluded alpine valley where the only soundtrack is the river and cowbells.

Afternoon
A gentle guided riverside walk reveals why this region has inspired artists for generations. Lunch is reserved at a panoramic restaurant overlooking alpine peaks. Later, Lake Sils awaits – the largest lake in the Swiss Alps – followed by a private Swiss chocolate tasting and time in Silvaplana. This is a charming Engadin village that still feels wonderfully local.

Evening
Return to your five-star alpine hotel – Kulm or Grand Hotel Kronenhof – where the evening is yours to unwind. Perhaps a quiet aperitif overlooking the lake, or simply time to settle into the rhythm of the mountains. This is the start of a luxury private tour in Switzerland done the Swiss way: quietly exceptional.

Morning
Today you board the legendary Bernina Express – one of the most celebrated train tours in Switzerland. Your guide will share stories of engineering triumphs and alpine history as you climb past glaciers, viaducts, and through tunnels. Gourmet snacks are served as the scenery shifts from high-alpine wilderness to palm-lined Italian valleys.

Afternoon
Arriving in Tirano, Italy feels suddenly Mediterranean. A relaxed pizza lunch is enjoyed in a local trattoria before returning by private transfer. Along the way, you pause at Lago Bianco and in traditional Grisons villages like Poschiavo – places many travellers pass straight through but rarely truly see.

Evening
Back in St. Moritz, the mountains glow softly at sunset. The evening is free to enjoy at your pace – perhaps dinner in one of the Engadin’s refined restaurants or a peaceful moment on your hotel terrace. 

Morning
After breakfast, ascend by cable car to the quiet alpine area of Alp Languard. A guided hike leads to Lej Languard, a hidden mountain lake with sweeping views over the Engadin. The pace is relaxed, with your guide adjusting naturally to your comfort level while sharing stories of the valley’s traditions and mountain life.

Afternoon

For lunchtime, a private alpine picnic awaits beside the water – simple, seasonal, beautifully prepared. Afterwards, descend back to your hotel where a restorative spa afternoon is waiting. Indoor pools, saunas, and mountain-view relaxation rooms create a calm counterbalance to the morning’s activities.

Evening
Dinner is at leisure, allowing you to choose between fine dining or something quietly local. It’s your last night in the Engadin, so soak it all in before the journey continues deeper into the Alps.

Morning
On day 4, you board the iconic Glacier Express – arguably the crown jewel of all Switzerland rail tours. Wide panoramic windows frame dramatic gorges and soaring viaducts as you travel toward Andermatt. The pace is unhurried, allowing the landscape to unfold gradually.

Afternoon
Upon arrival, a private transfer takes you to your hotel for the night – The Chedi Andermatt. Later, your guide introduces the village on a private walking tour, explaining its strategic wartime significance and transformation from remote military base to refined alpine destination.

Evening
Tonight, join a private cooking class with a local chef. Swiss cuisine becomes hands-on and personal as you prepare regional dishes together. It’s an intimate and relaxed evening – less restaurant, more insider experience.

Morning
Continue your alpine rail journey from Andermatt to Zermatt by boarding the Glacier Express train again. As the train climbs over the Oberalp Pass and descends through deep valleys, the scenery grows steeper and more dramatic. Upon arrival, you are met at the railway station and transferred privately to your hotel.

Afternoon
Arriving in car-free Zermatt, your guide leads a private village walk, revealing mountaineering legends, historic wooden chalets, and quieter lanes beyond the main promenade. You’ll learn how this once-simple farming village became one of the Alps’ most iconic destinations. This is one of our most refined Zermatt tours, crafted for travellers who want substance, not spectacle.

Evening
Check into CERVO Mountain Resort. As dusk settles, the silhouette of the Matterhorn becomes unmistakable against the evening sky. Dinner is relaxed and atmospheric – mountain views, candlelight, and the sense of having arrived somewhere truly special.

Morning
On day 6, you’ll hop aboard another train, riding the Gornergrat Railway – one of Europe’s highest cogwheel railways – for sweeping views of 29 peaks over 4,000 metres. Your private guide provides context to the surrounding glaciers, the Monte Rosa massif, and the region’s mountaineering heritage.

Afternoon
Lunch is reserved at Riffelalp Resort, Europe’s highest five-star hotel, set in an extraordinary alpine position. Afterwards, return to Zermatt for a wellness-focused afternoon – spa time, a swim, or simply sitting with a view of the peaks that feel almost close enough to touch.

Evening
Zermatt by night feels intimate and quietly sophisticated. Perhaps a final stroll through the village or a relaxed dinner overlooking the mountains. It’s a fitting penultimate chapter in your 1 week in Switzerland journey.

Morning

A private helicopter tour lifts you high above Zermatt, circling toward the Matterhorn before landing on a remote glacier far from established routes. Stepping onto untouched snow at altitude is an incredible, memorable moment. This is Switzerland at its most cinematic, and guaranteed to be the most exhilarating day of your 7 week itinerary.

Afternoon

Back on the ground, a private guided walk leads to the iconic mountain restaurant Chez Vrony for lunch with uninterrupted Matterhorn views. The pace is unhurried and the atmosphere relaxed. It’s a gentle farewell to the Alps.

Evening
To round off your week in Switzerland, you’ll have a private transfer to Zurich, Geneva, or your onward destination. Over seven carefully crafted days, the Alps will have revealed themselves layer by layer – and you’ll have experienced them as insiders.