Centovalli & Gotthard Scenic Rail Tour – A One-Day Alpine Adventure

- Discover two countries in one day on a spectacular circular rail journey from Brig
- Travel aboard the Centovalli Railway, crossing dramatic bridges and winding through deep gorges and picturesque villages
- Enjoy the opportunity to stop for lunch in the charming Italian town of Domodossola
- Journey through the beautiful Leventina Valley and over the historic Gotthard railway towards Andermatt
- One day of rail travel following the complete circular itinerary from Brig
- Scenic Centovalli Railway journey between Domodossola and Locarno
- Travel along the historic Gotthard railway route through the Leventina Valley
- Flexible departure times, with the opportunity to explore Domodossola along the way
- Seat reservations on the Centovalli train (we will email you for the time required)







Your One-Day Itinerary
Brig – Domodossola | Approx. 30 minutes
Begin your journey in Brig, travelling through the famous Simplon Tunnel into northern Italy. Arrive in the charming town of Domodossola, where you can explore the historic centre or stop for an authentic Italian lunch before continuing your adventure.
Domodossola – Locarno | Approx. 2 hours
Board the Centovalli Railway for a spectacular journey through the Hundred Valleys. Travel across impressive viaducts, alongside deep gorges and past waterfalls, forests and traditional mountain villages before arriving in Locarno, on the shores of Lake Maggiore.
Locarno – Göschenen – Andermatt | Approx. 2.5–3 hours
Continue north aboard the scenic Treno Gottardo, travelling through the beautiful Leventina Valley and over the historic Gotthard railway. Admire spectacular mountain scenery and remarkable railway engineering before changing trains at Göschenen for the short journey up to the Alpine village of Andermatt.
Andermatt – Brig | Approx. 1.5 hours
Complete your circular adventure aboard the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway, travelling through the spectacular landscapes of the Upper Valais and across the Oberalp region towards Brig. Arrive back where you started, having experienced some of Switzerland's most remarkable railway routes in a single day.
Combining Alpine scenery, Italian culture and two of Switzerland's most distinctive railway experiences, this full-day tour offers an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Alps. Allow approximately 8–10 hours for the complete experience, depending on connections and time spent exploring along the way.
