Combining contrasting regions of Lake Geneva in south-western Switzerland, and the Bernese Oberland, you'll discover some of the most beautiful landscapes in Switzerland on this popular multi-centre holiday.

GoldenPass Express train connects two equally popular and stunning regions. Both offering trips around the lakes or hikes into surrounding mountains. You can enjoy new carriages with panoramic windows and comfortable seating between Montreux and Interlaken  without changing train at Zweisimmen. Two tracks meet here and an ingenious and innovative technical development has modified the gauge of the bogies and the height of the carriages in relation to the platform as they pass through Zweisimmen station. This means you stay on board and travel directly between your two destinations.

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Montreux is well placed for exploring the Lake Geneva region - perhaps take a morning stroll along the flower-lined promenade and stop at one of the many lakeside cafés for lunch. Visit to the historic Château de Chillon castle or head high up to the Rochers de Naye for spectacular views and interesting walking trails.

Explore the UNESCO Lavaux vineyard terraces or take an optional trip on the Chocolate Train to La Maison du Gruyère, see the production of this famous Swiss cheese before continuing to Cailler’s chocolate world . Alternatively, visit Charlie Chaplin’s World in Vevey dedicated to Chaplin's on-screen work - Montreux is a hub of music, culture and great food, making it the perfect first stop for a Swiss holiday.

Interlaken is the gateway to the Jungfrau region, and sets you up for many options of adventure, walking and sightseeing as you’re surrounded by stunning blue lakes and the impressive snow-capped peaks of the Bernese Oberland. A ‘must do’ trip is to see Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO-World Heritage Site via railway from Kleine Scheidegg to the highest railway station in Europe - Jungfraujoch at 3,454-metres. 

Perhaps take a full day trip to Trümmelbach Falls - Europe's largest subterranean waterfalls but watch out for the spray or hike from Grindelwald to Bussalp for spectacular views of the Jungfrau Mountain range. Visit Wengen for views over the Lauterbrunnen valley, and perhaps take the open-top cablecar up to Männlichen.

You can cruise on Lakes Thun and Brienz, enjoy the view over both the lakes from the Harder Kulm viewing platform (this is a great spot for sunset), visit the alpine garden at the Schynige Platte or explore the Brienzer Rothorn. For the adventurous, Interlaken ticks all the boxes, from canyon swings to paraglides, there's something here for everyone. You can also try your hand at chocolate making at the Funky Chocolate Club and take home a delicious souvenir.