3 Train Trips from Zurich: Alps, Appenzell & Ticino – Local Guide
Zurich, Switzerlandby Swiss D Tours
- 3 days
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: Arabic, German, English, Italian, French
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Overview
Discover Switzerland’s variety in just three days, traveling entirely by public transport—like the locals—making the journey part of the adventure. On day 1, head east to St. Gallen and Appenzell, exploring the UNESCO-listed Abbey Library, tasting cheese, and riding a scenic cogwheel railway. Day 2 takes you into central Switzerland, where you ride historic funiculars and modern cable cars to three peaks, before relaxing on a Lake Lucerne cruise. On day 3, cross the Alps into southern Ticino, where Italian flair meets Swiss charm. Stroll through picturesque villages, see palm-lined lakeshores, and enjoy the Mediterranean vibe in Ascona and Bellinzona. Each day returns you to Zurich, so you travel light while experiencing three distinct regions—cultural treasures, alpine adventures, and southern sunshine. Guided by a geographer with a master’s degree and 15 years of teaching experience, you will also gain insights into how Switzerland’s landscapes were formed and its culture shaped.
What's included
- 3-day Swiss Travel Pass: unlimited travel on public trains, buses, boats, and selected funiculars, cable cars, cogwheel trains, and entry to 500+ museums. Opt-out available for fee-free self-purchase.
- Personal guide Dave: Swiss local, qualified geographer & teacher
- 3 personally arranged tours
- Enjoy the freedom of choice — from bringing your own picnic to grabbing a quick street food snack, relaxing in a cozy café, or dining in a charming restaurant.
- Overnight Accommodation (the 3 day tours start and end in Zurich)
Meeting and pickup
Zurich HB mainstation: Official Meeting Point Look for the official Meeting Point sign — four arrows pointing toward a central circle — inside the main hall of the train station on the main floor. You can’t miss it; there’s a huge clock mounted right above it.
Pickup location details: Zurich Airport: in front of the SBB ticket counters, Winterthur mainstation: Official Meeting Point
End point
Zurich HB mainstation: Official Meeting Point Look for the official Meeting Point sign — four arrows pointing toward a central circle — inside the main hall of the train station on the main floor. You can’t miss it; there’s a huge clock mounted right above it.
Good to know
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
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- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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