How To Ride the GLACIER EXPRESS | Swiss Panoramic Train | Tour, Tips + FAQs

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All aboard the Glacier Express! Welcome to the slowest express train in the world. Plop down for 8 hours into one of the most sought-after window seats in the world to travel between St. Moritz and Zermatt, Switzerland. Shop our Zermatt Itinerary: ➡️ https://aplinsinthealps.com/guides/3-day-guide-to-zermatt-switzerland/ —— // ABOUT THIS VIDEO // If you’re visiting Switzerland and want to ride one of the famous panoramic trains, then hop on board the Glacier Express! It might be called the Glacier Express, but it’s actually the _slowest_ express train in the world, taking 8 hours! *Glacier Express Route* – The entire Glacier Express ride takes 8 hours and winds through 3 Swiss Cantons (Valais, Uri, and Graubünden). – We’ll cross 291 bridges and pass through 92 tunnels. – Out the windows we’ll see resort villages, remote valleys, the Swiss Grand Canyon, and plenty of snow-dusted mountain peaks. – Route (travels in both directions): St. Moritz - Samedan - Filisur - Tiefencastel - Chur - Andermatt - Brig - Zermatt – Highlights: Swiss Grand Canyon, Oberalp Pass, Furka Base Tunnel, Viaducts *Glacier Express Classes* This train offers 3 classes. Press play to see each and decide which one you’d like best! – Standard Second Class – First Class – Excellence Class *Glacier Express Amenities* We take you on a little train tour to show you all of the on-board amenities, including the best spot to take photos! *Glacier Express Food* You can bring your own food and drinks on board, but they also have a real kitchen to prepare fresh food! Watch this video to see what we ate on the popular 3-course menu. *Glacier Express Seat Reservations* Did you know that _seat reservations are mandatory_ on the Glacier Express? Watch now to understand how much they cost and where to make your reservations. *Glacier Express Tickets & Passes* In addition to the mandatory seat reservation, you also need a valid ticket. Press play to see how much a standard adult ticket costs _and_ which Swiss train passes could get you a discount — or even a free ride! _Tip: You can also find all of this information in our blog!_ ➡️ https://aplinsinthealps.com/how-to-ride-the-glacier-express-st-moritz-to-zermatt-switzerland/ *Glacier Express FAQs* Our goal is to help you travel Switzerland with confidence, which means answering your biggest questions! – How early should I make seat reservations for the Glacier Express? – What’s the best side of the train to sit on? – Can I hop on and off along the ride? – Are there “normal” regional trains along the same route? – What should I bring with me on the train? Can I bring a suitcase? – Is there wifi on the Glacier Express? *Is the Glacier Express worth it?* In our opinion, _yes!_ But you’ll have to watch our whole video to see for yourself! 🙂 —— // WATCH NEXT // Zermatt Travel Guide ▶️ https://youtu.be/WibrPbOcflc Ride Swiss Trains Like A Pro! ▶️ https://youtu.be/Ugnaq5PNofU?si=tQPxkEMNqxJDmRk3 GoldenPass Express (another scenic train in Switzerland!) ▶️ https://youtu.be/SCISLxOMaC0 —— // SWISS TRIP PLANNING RESOURCES // Traveling to Switzerland soon? 👉Buy a done-for-you SWISS TRAVEL GUIDE ▶️ https://www.aplinsinthealps.com/guides Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Lucerne, Zermatt, and beyond! —— // LET’S BE FRIENDS // SUBSCRIBE to travel Switzerland with confidence! 🔔Stay updated with notifications 🇨🇭SWITZERLAND ITINERARIES https://www.aplinsinthealps.com/guides/ ➡️ FREE RESOURCES https://aplinsinthealps.com/resources/ 📬 WEEKLY EMAIL NEWSLETTER https://www.aplinsinthealps.com/newsletter This description may contain affiliate links, but we only recommend products that we actually use! —— // GET TO KNOW US // If you love traveling Switzerland, getting off-the-beaten-path, or having foodie experiences, then you're in the right place! 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋‍♂️We're Jana and Brett — Aplins in the Alps. We help you TRAVEL SWITZERLAND 🇨🇭WITH CONFIDENCE to maximize your experiences while minimizing your budget and planning time. Oh, and we live in Switzerland too! ▶️ Get to know us better by watching our channel from episode 1! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaQdArUICNc&list=PLKLDj1KvzhNqSr8u1V3vlj676x42FjVoi ➡️ SWISS TRAVEL GUIDES & SWITZERLAND ITINERARIES https://www.aplinsinthealps.com/guides