Have you been dreaming of a trip to Switzerland just like millions have? The magical country with the most iconic landscape and jaw-dropping views has been on everyone's bucket list. Gone are the days when this wish just remained a dream and out of reach. Switzerland opened its arms to the world and Nitsa Holidays has grabbed the opportunity to make many dreams come true. 

One of Switzerland’s many beautiful attractions is its world-famous mountains. The snowy peaks with a thick white blanket are the perfect spot to try out multiple winter sports, build snowmen with your children, or just sit and savor the views. As Switzerland put winter tourism on the map, it also came up with multiple options to enjoy it. One of them is its iconic railways. These railways are not just a mode of travel anymore, they take you on a ride like none other. The views on these rides are dream-like and the end of the journey takes you to heaven. 

If you wish your children to have the most incredible childhood, book a Switzerland Family Travel Package; If you want to spend a romantic holiday with your partner, book a Switzerland Tour Package for couples; If your friends want to create the best memories together, book a Switzerland Group Travel Package. 

Two of Switzerland’s most iconic Railways are the adventurous and thrilling Gornergrat Railway and Pilatus Railway. Let’s see what you can expect from these two gems of the country. 

Gornergrat Railway

The Gornergrat Railway is no ordinary train ride, it can be described as the most ethereal and magical journey one can ever experience. This 100-year-old railway was built as a means to travel up the mountains of Switzerland. Even though the train moves at only 30 km per hour, it’s just the perfect speed to capture Switzerland in all its glory. Operating all 365 days of the year, the Gornergrat will cross amazing bridges, tunnels, and not to forget, the most scenic sights on its way to the top. The journey starts at Zermatt and ends in Gornergrat. During the journey, it makes 3 stops in the middle, and all of these stops have some highlights of Switzerland to display. Travelers can opt for skiing, enjoy a warm meal, capture the most amazing photographs, and check out snow igloos and ice sculptures before reaching the end of the journey. However, the end of the journey is not where the fun ends, Gornergrat will give you the most amazing view of the Gorner Glacier and spend the night in the unique dome-shaped hotels. The tickets start from INR 8,000/- per person. 

Pilatus Railway

Put your seatbelts on and prepare for the most nerve-wracking, thrilling, and adventurous ride of your life. The Pilatus Railway awaits your arrival at the Alpnach Station. The steepest railway ride in the world might send a chill down your spine but don’t worry, it’s also the safest ride. With over 100+ years of operation without any accidents, this railway has carried millions of passengers upwards to the Pilatus station where one can see the most amazing panoramic views of Switzerland, dine at cute cafes, and let their nerves come to normal. The ride takes 30 minutes to get up and 40 minutes to come down but it captures some enchanting views during the journey. The tickets will cost you around INR 7,000/- per person and it is worth every penny. However, it takes a break from operations during the winter and hits the slopes only between the months of May to November. 

If you wish to go on a calm and soothing ride, opt for the Gornergrat Railway, and if you want to get an adrenaline boost, try the Pilatus Railway but if you want to keep the balance right, try out both on your trip to Switzerland. Nitsa Holidays guarantees you will not get this chance anywhere else in the world!