Day trip

Take a ride on the Bernina red train, one of the most scenic railway routes in Switzerland. Choose to spend time visiting St. Moritz and decide which route you wish to take to visit Tirano or Thusis.

About this activity

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Duration 12 - 13 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Spanish

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Kelly – United Kingdom

The trip was very well organised! Our guide Simone and our driver Davide (?) were prompt and very friendly and informative. We went Sun 9th Feb to enjoy some snow views. It snowed heavily on the way to St. Moritz, so we did pause our journey to fit some snow chains to stay safe, and it allowed us the bonus of being allowed off the coach to enjoy the snow and take photos! It's not just the train journey to look forward to, but the coach journey was actually so much more beautiful than we imagined! There was a lot of snowy winding roads going up the mountain and with every turn, each side of the coach got amazing views. Unfortunately we only had 40 minutes in St Moritz due to circumstances outside of the tours control, but it was handled well, they kept us up to date and when we arrived they gave information to utilise our time there! The train ride is probably one of my favourite trips and I would recommend the tour anyone who wants jaw dropping scenery and a great day out!

Abigail – United States

Monica was our guide! Loved it. Worth every penny.

Itinerary

4 starting location options:
Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi, Foro Buonaparte, 10, Zani Viaggi Meeting PointLakeComo, Zani Viaggi Meeting Point
Bus/coach
(3 hours)
St. Moritz
Visit (2 hours)
Bernina Pass
Panoramic train ride (2 hours)
Tirano
Break time (15 minutes)
Optional
Bus/coach
(3 hours)
4 drop-off locations:
Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi, Foro Buonaparte, 10, Zani Viaggi Meeting Point, Zani Viaggi Meeting PointLakeComo

Main stop

Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Travel on the Bernina Rail
Experience the steepest railway journey in the world
Explore St. Moritz

Full description

Spend a full-day travelling to St. Moritz on this exciting rail journey. The Bernina red train is one of Switzerland's most scenic railways, climbing more than 1,800 meters, making it the steepest railway journey in the world. Round-trip transfer from Milan is included in the tour. Your rail journey can start from Thusis, St Moritz or Tirano, depending on avialability, and takes you all the way to the world-renowned Swiss mountain resort of St. Moritz. On the journey, marvel at the scenery of the Alps. UNESCO named the Bernina route a world heritage site. See monumental glaciers, cross steep gorges, and pass through tunnels under some of the area’s most massive mountains. Choir, the oldest town in Switzerland, nestled amidst the Swiss Alps. The Town serves as the gateway to the famous Bernina route, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In St. Moritz you’ll have time to explore Switzerland's most famous mountain resort. Tirano is a picturesque Mediterranean town in a mountain setting dotted with palms and oleanders.

Includes

Bernina ticket (2nd class)
Professional tour guide
Round-trip transportation from Milan in air-conditioned GT bus

Hotel pick-up
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Jacket

Not allowed

Pets
Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

A valid passport is required on the date of travel.
You must obtain any visa that may be required prior to the border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler. Please note that Switzerland is part of the Schengen agreement and visas to the EU are usually sufficient to enter Switzerland.
Train itinerary could be change due to train availability and for this reason the train ride could be starts from St.Moritz to Tirano.

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

From Milan: Bernina and St. Moritz Day Tour by Scenic Train