Glacier Palace Tickets

Reach world’s highest Glacier Palace on a scenic 40-minute cable car ride with 360° Alpine views, flexible stops, and return transfers.

• Everything you get: Travel from Zermatt to Europe’s highest cable car station on a 3-stage journey via Furi, Schwarzsee, and Trockener Steg — free to hop-on-hop-off. Take in views of 14 glaciers and 38 peaks spanning three countries. At the summit, access the icy tunnels of Glacier Palace, cinema lounge and panoramic viewing platform. Local bus transfers are covered too.
• Why choose this: The most direct and budget-friendly way to reach the summit and enjoy all on-site experiences with flexible stops, best of Alpine views, and local travel, all in one smooth pass.

Inclusions

• Round trip transfers from Zermatt to Matterhorn

• Return gondola ride to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

• Entry to Glacier Palace, Cinema Lounge & viewing platform

• Access to summit lift for views of 38 Alpine peaks

• Admission to the InfoCube at Trockener Steg

• Bike transport (up to Trockener Steg)

Exclusions

• Food and drinks

• Crystal Ride gondola upgrade

• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Bring a valid passport or ID card.

What’s not allowed

• For health reasons (altitude sickness), children aged 3 and under are not transported on the installations between Tr. Steg and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
• Pregnant women are also not advised to participate in this experience.

Accessibility

• The cable car and facilities are accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

• Zermatt is a car-free location. To reach the meeting point, use public transportation or take a taxi.
• This is not a guided tour.
• Cable cars let you carry bikes up to Trockener Steg, giving you access to thrilling high-altitude trails at scenic mid-mountain stops.
• Pets, specifically dogs, are welcome at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and ride free; just keep them leashed or in a carrier as needed.
• Your cable car ticket includes free access to local bus services within Zermatt.

Two Swiss peaks & two record-breaking rides in one seamless ticket to Europe’s highest cable car and open-air railway.

• Everything you get at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: Ride to Europe’s highest cable car station in a gondola with stopovers en route. See the jagged Matterhorn up close, explore the Glacier Palace and cinema, then descend to Zermatt and tour its car-free streets with local bus access.
• Everything you get at Gornegrat: Take a round-trip journey on the historic Gornergrat Bahn to 3,089 meters, skipping queues for a smooth start. Soak in the postcard Toblerone view of the sharply sculpted Matterhorn and Monte Rosa, explore summit trails, scenic photo points, at your own pace.
• Why choose this combo: Tackle Zermatt’s top two bucket-list experiences in one cost-effective, convenient ticket. Explore in any order, at your own pace; perfect for ambitious explorers.

Inclusions

• Round-trip skip-the-line train tickets to Gornergrat at 3,089 m

• Round trip gondola ride from Zermatt to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (option of getting on or off at stations en route)

• Ticket validity of upto 2 months from the day of visit to any one of the attractions

• Access to viewing platform, Glacier Palace, cinema lounge, & Info Cube

• Bike transport options to Trockener Steg

• Local bus facility with Zermatt

What to bring

• Bring a valid passport or ID card to both meeting points.

What’s not allowed

• For health reasons (altitude sickness), children aged 3 and under are not transported on the installations between Tr. Steg and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.

Accessibility

• Both Gornergrat and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise are accessible to wheelchair users.
• The cable cars, trains, and stations also accommodate wheelchairs.

Additional information

• Zermatt is a car-free location. To reach the meeting point, use public transportation or take a taxi.
• This is not a guided tour.
• Cable cars let you carry bikes up to Trockener Steg, giving you access to thrilling high-altitude trails at scenic mid-mountain stops.
• You can book tickets for the second attraction the next day or up to two months later—flexible scheduling, subject to availability.
• Pets, specifically dogs, are welcome at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and Gornegrat Railways and ride free; just keep them leashed or in a carrier as needed.

From Täsch terminal to the Glacier Paradise summit; no navigating Zermatt’s car restrictions, only smooth travel.

• Everything you get with the Täsch–Zermatt Shuttle: Enjoy a quick 12-minute shuttle ride covering the short 5.8 km from Täsch to car-free Zermatt; skip the parking stress and step straight into your Alpine adventure, relaxed and ready.
• Everything you get at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: Ascend from Zermatt to the Matterhorn station on a round-trip cable car ride with optional scenic stopovers at Furi, Schwarzee, and Trockener Steg. Step into a world of glowing ice sculptures at the Glacier Palace, soak in sweeping views from the panoramic deck, then return and explore Zermatt’s charming streets at ease with included local bus access.
• Why choose this: One of the easiest ways to explore the Alps. Just arrive at Täsch and your journey to the station and back is fully covered. No planning stress, no schedules to sync.

Inclusions

• Round-trip Zermatt shuttle tickets from Täsch

• Round-trip gondola ride from Zermatt to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (option of getting on or off at stations en route)

• Access to the viewing platform and the cinema lounge, 3S InfoCube & Glacier Palace

• Bike transport options to Trockener Steg

• Local bus facility within Zermatt

What to bring

• Bring a valid passport or ID card.

What’s not allowed

• For health reasons (altitude sickness), children aged 3 and under are not transported on the installations between Tr. Steg and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.

Accessibility

• The cable car is fully wheelchair accessible, while the shuttle and its stations offer partial accessibility for wheelchair users.

Additional information

• Children aged 3 and under can’t ride the lifts between Trockener Steg and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
• Swiss Travel Pass holders don’t need separate shuttle tickets.
• Half-Fare card holders and kids aged 6 to 15 get a 50% discount on the shuttle.
• Cable cars let you carry bikes up to Trockener Steg, giving you access to thrilling high-altitude trails at scenic mid-mountain stops.
• Small dogs (up to 30 cm) can travel free in pet-friendly containers. Just make sure your dog is in the container before going through the turnstile. Larger dogs need a half-price ticket for the shuttle.
• Your shuttle pass is valid for 30 days, but make sure to pick a shuttle date that matches the day of your Matterhorn cable car ride to arrive on time.
• Your shuttle tickets are round-trip, requiring only a single booking. The return ticket can be used within 30 days of your selected travel date.

Book by Nov 30, 2025 & get up to 2 extra days on select passes for trips between Oct, 2025–Mar, 2026!

• Everything you get: This pass gives you unlimited travel on the Swiss rail network for 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 days. You’ll get discounts on mountain trips to Jungfraujoch, Gornergrat, and more, free entry to 500 museums, and free rides on scenic trains like the Glacier and Bernina Express.
• Why choose this: It’s the easiest way to experience more of Switzerland in less time, combining flexibility, convenience, and value. With seamless access to transportation and attractions, you can make the most of every day of your Swiss journey.
• Upgrades: Book a pass between Sept 11–Nov 30, 2025 for trips between Oct 1, 2025–Mar 31, 2026 and enjoy 1 extra day on a 4-day 1st class pass or 2 extra days on an 8-day 1st class pass!

Inclusions

• Pass valid for 3/4/6/8/15 consecutive days

• Unlimited access to trains, boats & buses across Switzerland

• 1st or 2nd class seats (based on the option selected)

• Premium panoramic trains: Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Golden Pass MOB, Gotthard Panorama Express & Luzern Interlaken Express

• Mountain excursions: Mount Rigi, Monte Generoso & more

• Cruises: Lake Lucerne and Zurich, Lakes Thun and Brienz, Lake Geneva & more

• Discounts: 50% off on Pilatus, Titlis, Glacier 3000, 25% off on Jungfraujoch & more

• Access to intra-city public transportation

• Access to 500+ museums

• See all inclusions here

Exclusions

• Seat reservation on Bernina and Glacier Express

Zoom from lakeside Geneva to icy Glacier Paradise with a driver-guide; travel logistics handled & free time in Zermatt included.

• Day out to Glacier Paradise mountain station via Zermatt with convenient round-trip transport from Geneva. Board an AC bus at Place Dorcière in Geneva to reach Täsch, then continue by electric shuttle to Zermatt.
• You’ll get a driver-guide on the bus, handling all logistics and transport changes until your cable-car ascent.
• At Zermatt: Seamlessly explore the village with included access to local electric buses.
• At Glacier Paradise: Board ultra-modern gondolas for a round-trip journey to alpine heights, enjoy the ice-tunnel at the Glacier Palace, unwind in the cinema lounge, and take in panoramic views at the summit.

Inclusions

• Round-trip transport from Geneva to Zermatt in a bus/coach

• Driver guide

• Day trip to Zermatt

• Matterhorn Glacier Paradise cable car tickets

• Access to the viewing platform, Glacier Palace, cinema lounge

• Local bus facilities within Zermatt

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID to the meeting point.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed during the excursion.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
• Smoking is strictly prohibited on all transportation and within cable car stations

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

• Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• The itinerary and timings may be subject to change due to weather or operational reasons.
• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
• The cable car ride to Glacier Paradise may be subject to closure due to weather or maintenance—check for updates before your visit.