ETW Staff – Mumbai
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (MGB) is one of Switzerland’s largest railway companies extending from Disentis and Goeschenen to Zermatt – from Gotthard to Matterhorn. To strengthen its presence in the India market, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn has appointed Maison de Voyage (MDV) – a division of Zaka Group – as its partner from 2015. Maison de Voyage will focus on creating further awareness and promote Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn brands namely Gornergrat Bahn and Glacier Express in the India market.
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn has been promoted successfully by Regi Wittwer in the India market. She will continue her sales visits and will work closely with Nikita Amburle of MDV to draw in numbers and promote sales. Speaking on this add on product in the MDV portfolio, Faisal Siddiqui, director, MDV, who recently visited Gornergrat, said, “Switzerland undoubtedly has some fantastic views and unmatched charm. However, Gornergrat is a must-see excursion, as you take in the breathtaking view of the Matterhorn surrounded by 29 peaks rising above 4000 m transforming you into a different world.”
Departing from Zermatt, Gornergrat Bahn, Europe’s highest open-air cogwheel railway, climbs up to the Gornergrat peak at 9339 m away. Helmut Biner, head of markets and sales, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn described the travel on Glacier Express as an unforgettable experience throughout the year.
The Glacier Express travels from Zermatt to St Moritz in approximately eight hours crossing 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and over the 2033 m high Oberalppass. The trains consist of two first-class panorama carriages and three second-class panorama carriages, which are all air conditioned. Food is freshly prepared in the onboard kitchen and served at the seat. Indian food is available on board.