Overview
Enjoy a 13-hour trip to one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Bernina TRAIN railway, passing before along Lake Como and a beautiful Alpine valley. We stop in a charming lakeshore village and, possibly, later by a winery or old cellar experience or a cafè!
In Tirano you have around one hour for your lunch and then we board the Bernina TRAIN that climbs the Swiss Alps.
We get off at one the highest point to enjoy snowcaps and glaciers view.
(JUST IN CASE OF SEVERE WEATHER CONDITION WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO REACH THIS POINT AND SWITCH TO ONLY A PARTIAL RIDE OF THE BERNINA TRAIN)
Afterward we head to St. Moritz where you have about 45 minutes to explore this fashionable resort, one of the most well known in the world.
At the end of it we go back to Lake Como, through another spectacular valley in Switzerland, from where you board the regular train for a ride on your return to Milan.
TRAVELERS MUST HAVE A GOOD PHYSICAL FITNESS LEVEL!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Transport
English speaking tour guide
Bernina train ticket
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
VALID PAPER PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED!
Climb the stairs inside the Station all the way to the upper floor until you are right before the gates to enter the tracks and meet our guide in charge just outside the entrance of the BAR CENTRALE (NOT bistrot Centrale) at 08:00 am in front of the gate "C".
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Milan
1 hour
Transfer either by regional train or minibus from Milan Central station to a town on Lake Como
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Lake Como
30 min
30-minute walking (there might be some stairs) of a picturesque and lovely little town on the lake
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Lake Como
30 min
Driving along part of the Lake shore and then through Valtellina valley for a total of 1.5 hours
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Valtelline Valley
30 min
Quick stop either in a quaint town of the valley or in a winery or in a cafè
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Tirano
1 hour
Getting off the minibus and then we have to climb some stairs to reach the Bernina station with free time for your lunch (on your own)
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Ospizio Bernina
1 hour
Bernina TRAIN ride on the Bernina Express railway getting off on the highest point of the journey! In the winter we get off at Diavolezza stop!
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Berninapass
1 hour
Driving toward S. Moritz
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St. Moritz
45 min
We walk for 10 minutes along the small alpine lake then some stairs to get to the escalator to reach the sloping downtown for about 30 minutes of free time to explore this well known town!
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Colico
45 min
Either driving all the way or regional train to Milan Central station for a total of 4 hours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Not recommended for ELDERLY, CHILDREN and other travellers with any medical conditions issue. It is a MINIMUM 13 hours long day involving also some uphill walk, stairs and "frequent stops for bathroom not guarantee"
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Milan Bernina Scenic Train ride on the Swiss Alps. Small-Group
Can I cancel Milan Bernina Scenic Train ride on the Swiss Alps. Small-Group for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 12 hours 45 min.
Where does it start?
VALID PAPER PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED!
What's included?
- Transport
- English speaking tour guide
- Bernina train ticket
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Lake Como, Valtelline Valley, Tirano, Ospizio Bernina, Berninapass, St. Moritz, Colico.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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