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Bernina Red Train, Swiss Alps & St Moritz From Milan

4.8 Excellent 3795 reviews
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12h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

4.8
3795 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommended by 96% of travellers: 3636 four- and five-star reviews

Guidekin's take

Albula line? in our Bernina Express & Swiss Alps comparison. Choose the Albula Line option for coach transfers and the St. Moritz to Thusis train, 12h at €139 per person; English only. 4.81, 3,795 reviews.

Trade-off: Bernina route is a separate option; food extra.

Last checked: September 24, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A full day from Milan by coach to the Bernina Red Train, with open window carriages through the Alps to St Moritz and free time in town. Transfers and the train ticket are included; food and hotel drop off are not, and a passport or EU ID card is checked at the border. 4.81 from 3,795 reviews at €139 per person.

From the guide

An exclusive "Bernina Red Train" 1 day tour from Milan to discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops.

Highlights:
• Train ride through breathtaking landscapes
• Explanation on the train
• Enjoy opening windows for glare-free photos
• Stroll through the luxurious shops
• Travel by comfortable coach/minibus
• Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 3 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

ALBULA LINE OPTION

from €139 / person
Guide: English

ST MORITZ - THUSIS train ride: Crossing one of the most scenic railway sections in Europe, including the iconic Landwasser Viaduct, part of the UNESCO World

What this option includes

LANGUAGE: English speking travel guide

STANDARD TRAIN OPTION: Second class standard train ticket

NO STOP IN TIRANO

ST MORITZ- THUSIS: 1h 30min train ride from ST MORITZ to THUSIS

TRANSPORTATION: Milan round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus

TRAIN JOURNEY: through spectacular scenery

STANDARD OPTION

from €142 / person
Guide: English

St MORITZ-TIRANO option: Train ride from St Moritz to Tirano or vice versa

What this option includes

STANDARD TRAIN OPTION: Second class standard train ticket with opening windows

LANGUAGE: English speking travel guide

TRASPORTATION: Milan round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus

TRAIN JOURNEY: through spectacular scenery

Private tour option

from €1059 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English

HOTEL PICK UP INCLUED

What this option includes

STANDARD TRAIN OPTION: Second class train ticket with opening windows from St Moritz to Tirano or vice-versa

ST MORITZ-TIRANO or vice versa

Compared with other Bernina Express & Swiss Alps

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #3 of 4€13912h4.81 (3795)shared
Intimate Small-Group Bernina UNESCO Scenic Train on Swiss Alps€19012h 45m4.92 (732)shared
Private tour to Bernina train & Lake Como. Hotel pick-up€103910h4.96 (46)private
Lake Como, Swiss Alps and Bernina Red Train From Milan€17513h4.58 (88)shared

Ranked #3 of 4 in Bernina Express & Swiss Alps by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €139 to €1039, median €183; typical length 12h 23m. 1 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 4 Bernina Express & Swiss Alps

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 11 start times between 06:00 and 10:30
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, with 11 start times between 06:00 and 10:30 depending on the date. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 24, 2026.

What's Included

2nd class standard train ticket from St Moritz to Thusis (St Moritz-Thusis option)
Coach Round-trip transfers from Central train station (Excelsior Hotel Gallia)
Free time in St. Moritz
In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
2nd class train ticket with opening windows from St Moritz to Tirano or vice-versa (Standard option)
English speaking professional tour leader
Explanation on board the train

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel drop off
1st Class train ticket

Itinerary

Milan Stop 1
Departure by coach/bus and travel to St Moritz. Stop along the way for breakfast
1h 30m
Lake Como Stop 2
Along the way admire the beautiful landscape of Lake Como
Pass by
Piantedo Stop 3
Breakfast stop
15 min
Maloja Stop 4
Travel to St Moritz
1h 30m
St. Moritz Stop 5
Arrival at ST. Moritz, and short visit of the city - Located in the Upper Engadine and built in the IXX century, St. Moritz is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world. Elegance and exclusivity characterize this town located at 1856 m. of altitude in the middle of the magnificent landscape of the Engadine lakes.
1h 30m
Piz Bernina Stop 6
In the early afternoon departure with the RED TRAIN. 2hours 20 minutes train ride (St Moritz- Tirano option)
2h 20m
Admission included
Tirano Stop 7
In the evening arrival in Tirano and return to Milan by our coach/minibus. (St Moritz- Tirano option)
10 min
Milan Stop 8
Travel to Milan by coach/bus. 2h 30 minutes travel N.B. THE PROGRAM HISTORY MAY BE INVERTED. Drop-off at Hotel Gallia Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 9.
2h 30m

Departure & Return

Start point

BUS STOP next to Excelsior hotel Gallia Piazza Duca d' Aosta corner with Piazza IV Novembre

End point

BUS STOP next to Excelsior hotel Gallia Piazza Duca d' Aosta corner with Piazza IV Novembre

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport or EU ID card is required on the day of travel
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • No pets allowed
  • During the low season (September-November) many shops in St Moritz may be closed
  • For those who wish to stay in St. Moritz – Useful info: - Please contact us before departure to check if the train itinerary allows it. - Otherwise, you will need to arrange your own return to St. Moritz from the final train station. - Luggage storage on the bus is not guaranteed: it depends on the train route and whether the return bus is the same. Please check with the tour guide.
  • Bookings accepted up to 1 hour before departure, subject to availability. We recommend booking in advance as the tour is often fully booked.
  • Shops may be closed on Sundays and public holidays.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

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