Hop aboard the Gotthard Express, where stunning views, steamboat rides, and guides full of Swiss stories make the journey as epic as the destination.
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Make your transfer an experience! The Gotthard Express whisks you to Lucerne, Fluelen, and Lugano, all while you enjoy Switzerland’s finest scenery.
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Soak in views of southern Switzerland and Ticino, passing iconic spots like the Gotthard and Reuss Valley, all from your plush 1st class seat.
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Your Lucerne-Lugano journey comes with a bonus steamboat ride! Drift by the historic Rütli Meadow, the very place where Switzerland was born.
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With guided commentary, visual storytelling, and a photo coach, the Gotthard Express ensures your journey is as picturesque as it is informative.
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Round-trip train transfer between Lucerne, Fluelen & Lugano (based on option selected)
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Access to steamboat ride across Lake Lucerne (based on option selected)
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Round-trip train transfer between Lugano and Fluelen (based on option selected)
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Photo coach & comfortable seats
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Multilingual tour guide
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Speaker announcements
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- Boat restaurant (at your own expense)
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
A journey through time and scenery
Hop aboard the Gotthard Express and turn your travels into a historical adventure! This delightful combo of boat and train takes you on a scenic trip through Central Switzerland and Ticino. Along the way, you’ll not only feast your eyes on jaw-dropping landscapes but also dive into the rich history of the Gotthard route. With its record-breaking tunnels and legendary status as the link between northern and southern Europe, the journey offers more than just picturesque views—it’s a living museum.
Scenic route with a twist
Picked the Lucerne to Lugano option? A charming boat ride kicks things off, cruising past historic landmarks like the iconic Schiller Stone and Rütli Meadow—home to the founding story of Switzerland in 1291. Once you switch to the first-class panoramic train in Flüelen, expect a warm welcome and, of course, breathtaking views. With multiple passes by the famous Wassen Church and the remarkable loop tunnels, your eyes won’t be the only ones entertained. The onboard guides treat you to fascinating stories and visual projections about the Gotthard Railway’s storied construction in the 1880s. And as the train slows through the Gotthard Tunnel, the lights dim for a mini-cinematic experience, making this not just a trip, but a moving history lesson wrapped in Swiss beauty.
Accessibility
- This train experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
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Your ticket will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
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Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your departure to avoid any delays.
Boarding point
- Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.
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