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Basel Private Tour - Zermatt Village and Gornergrat's Railway
Basel Private Tour - Zermatt Village and Gornergrat's Railway
Basel Private Tour - Zermatt Village and Gornergrat's Railway
Basel Private Tour - Zermatt Village and Gornergrat's Railway
Basel Private Tour - Zermatt Village and Gornergrat's Railway

Basel Private Tour - Zermatt Village and Gornergrat's Railway

By Tours of Switzerland
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,501 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Combining captivating Alpine landscapes with wondrous Swiss history and charming culture, this adventure-filled, tour delves into the very best aspects of Switzerland.
Starting in the rural village of Zermatt, your tour guide will unpack the area's rich history, including its establishment and significant past events that have shaped it into a sought-after tourist destination. Surrounded by towering mountain peaks and verdant rolling hills, the visit to Zermatt Village offers an in-depth exploration of the town’s heritage and enchanting natural backdrop.
The adventure will continue with a scenic train ride to Gornergrat, where breathtaking panoramic views of Zermatt and the majestic Matterhorn can be enjoyed (subject to weather conditions). As you ascend toward the summit, the guide will share insightful knowledge about the historic Gornergrat railway. Arriving at the top of Gornergrat, a moment can be taken to absorb the dramatic backdrop of the Monta-Rosa region and Matterhorn.

Activity location

  • Basel
    • Basel, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Basel
    • Basel, Switzerland

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Basel Private Tour - Zermatt Village and Gornergrat's Railway
  • Earn $45.04
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h10h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30am
Price details
$1,501.26 x 1 Adult$1,501.26

Total
Price is $1,501.26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Local Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedMeet and Greet at your Hotel or Residence
  • What's includedWhat's includedStandard Rail Tickets (1st Class Upgrade Available Upon Request)
  • What's includedWhat's includedGornegrat Railway Priority Passes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • 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
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Basel
  • 3h
Your guide will greet you at your hotel or residence, before whisking you away to Zermatt.
Zermatt
  • 1h
Beginning with an enriching trip to Zermatt Village, your friendly tour guide will explain the town’s heritage, including the unique story behind its foundation and an insightful discussion of the monumental events that shaped Zermatt over the centuries. Formerly an agricultural community, Zermatt Village now stands as a bustling tourist attraction that’s adorned with lush Alpine greenery and mountainous backdrops. The charmingly agrestic destination is tucked in between the grand peaks of the Pennine Alps, where Monte Rosa and the iconic Matterhorn mountain can be admired. Upon wandering through Zermatt Village, you’ll be fully immersed in Swiss culture, where boutique shops, local restaurants, and a thriving après-ski scene await exploration. Featuring a compact layout with just three major streets across the banks of the Matter Vispa, it’s easy to comfortably explore most of the town during your visit, ensuring you experience the best sights Zermatt has to offer!
Gornergrat Railway
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Continuing the tour, a scenic train journey will transport you up to the historic Gornergrat Bahn, the first electric rack railway to be built in Switzerland, dating back to 1898. The railway stretches between the resort village of Zermatt and the summit of the Gornergrat, where the station sits at an altitude of 3,089 m (10,135 ft). As the train proceeds up the mountain, you’ll be able to gaze upon gorgeous Alpine views of the Monta-Rosa region, surrounding glaciers, the Matterhorn mountain, and Switzerland’s highest peak, the Dufourspitze mountain. Upon reaching the summit, views of the 29 surrounding mountain peaks and several glaciers, including the Gorner Glacier (which is the second longest glacier in the Alps!), can be observed.
Basel
  • 3h
After a full day of adventure, your guide will return you safely to your hotel.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBasel
    • Basel, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBasel
    • Basel, Switzerland

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