Bernina Scenic Train & Lake Como: A Majestic Journey for Fitness Enthusiasts
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Varenna
Embark on a majestic 13-hour journey on the Bernina Scenic Train and explore the stunning Lake Como. This trip is perfect for fitness enthusiasts who can enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage sites and breathtaking Alpine views.
Duration: 12 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lake Como - Local train ride from Milan Central station to Varenna
  • Varenna - 30-minute walking (including some stairs) of the picturesque and lovely little town on the lake
  • Lake Como - Driving along part of the Lake shore and then through Valtellina valley
  • Valtelline Valley - Quick stop either in a quaint town of the valley or in a winery or in a cafè
  • Tirano - 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)
  • Ospizio Bernina - 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!
  • Berninapass - Driving toward S. Moritz
  • St. Moritz - 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!
  • Colico - Driving plus local train for the return to Milan Central station
What's Included
  • Transport
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Bernina train ticket
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information

CAUTION: TRAVELERS ARE REQUIRED TO BE IN GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION FOR VARIOUS REASONS!
Embark on a 13-hour journey to a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Bernina TRAIN, taking a scenic route through Lake Como and a stunning Alpine valley. We’ll take a halt at a quaint lakeside village, and if possible, at a winery or vintage cellar experience or a café!
In Tirano, you’ll have an hour to grab lunch before we board the Bernina TRAIN that ascends the Swiss Alps.
We deboard at one of the peak points to appreciate the views of snow-covered peaks and glaciers.
(IN CASE OF EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS, WE MIGHT BE UNABLE TO REACH THIS POINT AND MAY RESORT TO ONLY A PARTIAL RIDE OF THE BERNINA TRAIN)
Next, we proceed to St. Moritz where you get roughly 45 minutes to explore this fashionable resort, one of the most famous globally.
To wrap it up, we journey back to Lake Como, via another remarkable valley in Switzerland, from where you hop onto the regular train for a ride back to Milan.

  • TRAVELERS MUST HAVE A GOOD PHYSICAL FITNESS LEVEL: some walking with stairs is involved, it is a 13 hour round trip tour from Milan Central station and some parts of the driving are on a twisty mountain road
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • EACH PASSENGER HAS TO CARRY A VALID PASSPORT
  • BRING WITH YOU A LIGHT SWEATHER OR JACKET IN THE SUMMER AND, IN THE WINTER, HEAVY JACKET, GOOD SHOES, SCARF, GLOVES AND CAP
  • JUST IN CASE OF SEVERE, UNSAFE WEATHER CONDITION OR IN THE EXCEPTIONAL CASE THAT THE BERNINA TRAIN IS EITHER NOT OPERATING OR ONLY PARTIALLY OPERATING WE RESERVE THE RIGHT EITHER TO CANCEL THE TOUR (WITH REFUND) OR IF WE OPERATE NOT TO REACH THE HIGHEST POINT DOING ONLY A PARTIAL RIDE OF THE BERNINA TRAIN. IN THAT SITUATION WE ARE NOT ABLE TO REACH S. MORITZ EITHER!
  • WE ARE GLAD TO OFFER SUGGESTIONS, BUT WE ARE NOT INVOLVED IN TRANSPORTING YOU FROM YOUR ACCOMMODATION TO OUR MEETING POINTS. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE IF YOU MISS THE ESTABLISHED TOUR DEPARTURE TIME
  • Not recommended for travellers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. It is a 13 hours long day involving also some uphill walk and stairs.
Location
Via Venini, 155
Via Venini
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(294 Ratings)
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Richard_p
May 30, 2024
A worthwhile full day excursion from Milan - Silvia was our tour guide and she was fantastic. Vivacious, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She kept us on track and made the most of our time. She was great at giving us advance notice of when and where to get the best pics. The tour itself is really enjoyable. Would loved to have spent more time in Varenna and around Lake Como but that really does require a separate trip. The Bernina train ride was thoroughly enjoyable and far exceeded my expectations. This is an electric train that travels at maybe 10-20mph up into the Alps from Tirano. At such low speeds, you can open the windows of the car and get some great pics. Silvia set us up so that we had one car entirely to ourselves. Brava Silvia!
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Jack
May 30, 2024
A trip not to be missed! - Whole tour was fantastic. From the wine and cheese place, to the memorable Bernina train trip through the Swiss countryside and stops at St Moritz and a waterfall for a quick drink on the way back. Only four tour members plus driver and guide. And both the friendly driver (Maximo?) in his new van and guide (Manuela) did everything they could to make our trip memorable. Manuela even took us to a very reasonable place for lunch. And we were so lucky with the weather. Sunny mild day that let us have the windows down throughout the Bernina train trip which allowed amazing photos of the Swiss countryside. My only comment was I would have liked to spend more time at the wine and cheese place. Very quirky and interesting. Probably a personal thing but a suggestion would be to start half an hour earlier or miss Varenna. Other people may feel they want more time in Varenna and miss the wine and cheese place. But on the whole it was a great tour that left us wanting more.
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Carolyn_h
May 28, 2024
Must do this excursion! - Breathtaking scenery! Smooth, comfortable ride and most friendly and informative guide-Sylvie! Would most highly recommend and repeat!
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Stephen_d
May 28, 2024
Wonderful Tour - Beautiful scenery. Communication with Luca (operator) was excellent. The tour started in Milan but we joined it in Varenna. When the train was a few minutes late Luca came to our meeting spot in Varenna to keep us up to date. Our guide, Juilia, was personable, knowledgeable, and a joy to be with. Small group (6 total) was very nice.
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Nataliecrouch
May 27, 2024
A fantastic and memorable experience - One of the best experiences of my life. To be able to go to Switzerland in a day and see amazing glaciers was quite surreal. We also stopped by Varenna Lake Como and it was stunning. Lunch was in Tirano, a cute town, with a good choice of places to eat and relax before the train ride up to the glaciers. Sylvia was a wonderful guide and I wish I could give her 6 stars. Also a big mention to the bus driver Fabio. The travel was very comfortable and most of the trip could be done by all ages.
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Braquel_w
May 25, 2024
Such a magical experience - We and the best experience! Sylvia and Luca are the best tour guides I’ve EVER had! Sylvia went above and beyond!
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Sammee_b
May 24, 2024
A must do tour! - From our pick up in Varenna to the end of the tour this was such a great day. Our guide Alice did an incredible job!! We were celebrating our honeymoon and this was the perfect excursion to add to our itinerary. 10/10 would recommend!
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Fathimanazc
May 22, 2024
Bernina train ride - I strongly recommend this fabulous tour. The view was breathtaking especially during the «Bernina « train ride. Our guide Alice was very informativ and helpful. The driver was very patient with us and also helpful.
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Stephanie_g
May 22, 2024
My Favorite Part of Our Italy Trip! - We absolutely loved this day trip! Our guide, Luca, was warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. Both he and our driver made this a totally stress free day where all we had to focus on was soaking up the beautiful views--of which there were plenty! Highly recommended.
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John_k
May 22, 2024
Bernina Train Trip - What a wonderful experience my family had on this train ride fro Milan to the Swiss Alps. Spectacular views everywhere and our guide, Julia was fantastic.
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