Great outdoors
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
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Spanish
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Portuguese
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Russian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 11 Hours
Do this because
You'll enjoy a scenic 3-hour train ride across Switzerland to the Alpine village of Zermatt
There's a guided tour through Zermatt's wooden chalets with spectacular mountain views
You'll ride the Gornergrat railway—Europe’s second highest—with tickets already arranged
From the ridge, you can marvel at the Matterhorn and over 20 other majestic Alpine peaks
What to expect
Dive into the Alpine charm of Zermatt on this full-day tour from Basel. Your local guide will take care of all the details, providing insider tips throughout the journey.The adventure begins with a scenic 3-hour train ride to Zermatt. Here, you'll meander through the village, marvelling at its traditional wooden chalets and mountain views. A hiker’s paradise in summer and a snowy wonderland in winter, Zermatt never fails to impress. After the walking tour, you'll take a break where you can have lunch in the village.Next, you'll embark on a 30-minute cogwheel train journey, ascending to Gornergrat Ridge. At approximately 10,000 feet (ca. 3000 m) above sea level, you'll be greeted by the views of the Matterhorn and over 20 other majestic peaks. You can soak up the scenery or delve into an interactive multimedia experience that brings the alpine world of the Matterhorn to life.The day concludes with a return journey to Basel SBB train station. With your guide's local knowledge and your train pass included, this is a seamless Alpine getaway.
What's included
Private tour
Local guide
Train ticket
What's not included
Food and drinks
What to remember
Know in advance:
A minimum of 2 adults is required to book this tour
Train tickets included are for 2nd class
This tour is led by a multilingual guide
Provider
Switzerland Viva Tours
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Meeting point:
You have the option of being picked up from your accommodation or meeting the guide at a designated point. If you opt for pick-up, please provide your address at checkout. Your guide will pick you up from your chosen area 30 minutes before the tour start time. Alternatively, if you prefer to meet at the designated point, this is located at Basel SBB train station, 22 Centralbahnstrasse, 4051 Basel, Switzerland. Your guide will be waiting for you in the departure hall, directly opposite the ticket office. Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.