Bernina Red Train and St Moritz Full Day Tour from Milan
A UNESCO-listed rail crossing through glaciers, gorges, and the legendary Swiss Alps
The Bernina Red Train tour from Milan is one of Europe's most celebrated rail experiences, taking passengers across the UNESCO World Heritage Bernina Pass at 2,253 metres above sea level, through dramatic Alpine scenery that shifts from Italian palm trees to Swiss glaciers within a single journey.
Departing from Milan, the tour reaches Tirano, the Italian gateway to the Bernina Express, where the landscape already begins its transformation. The train crosses the iconic circular Brusio viaduct, a feat of early 20th-century engineering, before ascending through plunging gorges and alongside shimmering glacial lakes into the heart of the Alps.
The 2.5-hour rail crossing rewards passengers with an ever-changing panorama of snow-capped peaks, ancient forests, and iridescent mountain water. Every bend in the track reveals a scene that belongs in a geography textbook or a photography portfolio.
The journey culminates in St Moritz, the high-altitude resort town synonymous with Alpine luxury. Visitors have free time to explore the town's elegant boutiques, historic cafes, and chocolate houses before the fully air-conditioned coach returns the group to Milan.
Tour Highlights
Ride the legendary Bernina Express, one of the world's most scenic mountain railways and a UNESCO World Heritage route.
Cross the famous Brusio circular viaduct, a remarkable piece of early railway architecture winding through the Italian foothills.
Pass through the Bernina Pass at 2,253 metres, surrounded by glaciers and dramatic Alpine gorges.
Photograph majestic mountain scenery, verdant forests, and mirror-like Alpine lakes from panoramic train windows.
Arrive in St Moritz, the iconic Swiss resort town, with free time to explore its celebrated cafes and famous streets.
Return to Milan in a fully equipped, air-conditioned coach for a relaxed end to a full Alpine day.
Itinerary
The tour departs from Milan by air-conditioned coach, heading north through Lombardy toward the Italian Alps. The journey to Tirano sets the scene for the Alpine adventure ahead.
Arriving in Tirano, guests board the iconic red Bernina Express train. The town sits among palm trees and Mediterranean vegetation, offering a striking contrast to the Alpine heights above.
The train crosses the celebrated Brusio circular viaduct before beginning its ascent through forests, gorges, and past glacial lakes. The landscape transforms rapidly as altitude increases.
At 2,253 metres, the Bernina Pass marks the highest point of the journey. Glaciers and snow fields surround the track, offering some of the most dramatic scenery on the entire route.
The train descends into the Engadin Valley and arrives at St Moritz. Guests have free time to explore this legendary Alpine resort, visit chocolate houses, or stroll along the lakefront.
The group boards the air-conditioned coach for the return journey to Milan. The tour concludes in the city after a full day in the Swiss Alps.
What Is Included
Included
- Return coach transfer from Milan to Tirano and St Moritz to Milan
- Bernina Express train ticket from Tirano to St Moritz
- Professional tour escort throughout the day
- Air-conditioned vehicle for road transfer
Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities for the guide or driver
Important Information
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