Traversing the Swiss Alps in Excellence Class: Scenic Rail Reimagined

Connecting the historic alpine enclaves of Zermatt and St. Moritz, the Glacier Express Excellence Class represents the pinnacle of panoramic European rail exploration.

Guaranteed Window Seating & Concierge Service With only 20 passengers per carriage, every guest enjoys plush leather lounge seating with unrestricted panoramic ceiling views. A dedicated carriage bar and personal concierge ensure bespoke regional storytelling throughout the eight-hour crossing.

Seven-Course Regional Gastronomy As the train scales the Oberalp Pass at 2,044 meters, passengers savor seven expertly paired courses celebrating Valais and Graubünden culinary heritage, accompanied by Switzerland’s finest cellar reserves.

High-Alpine Private Chalets Upon arriving in Zermatt, a horse-drawn private sleigh or electric town car escorts guests to private chalet estates with unobstructed direct views of the iconic Matterhorn.