About This Experience
You meet at the bus stop next to the Excelsior Hotel Gallia, on Piazza Duca d’Aosta at the corner with Piazza IV Novembre, beside Milano Centrale. The coach takes you to Lake Como for a visit to Lecco or another lake town, with free time there.
The train leg is a 2nd-class ticket on the Bernina red train with opening windows, St. Moritz to Tirano or the other way round, about 2 hours 20 minutes on board. The tour leader explains the route in English on the train. This is the regional train, not the panoramic Bernina Express.
The listing says free time in St. Moritz is not guaranteed, so treat the town as a possible stop. The coach brings you back to the same bus stop at the end of a day of about 13 hours.
The tour runs in all weather, and transfer times depend on traffic.
Highlights
- About 2 hours 20 minutes on the Bernina red train
- Opening windows for photos without glass glare
- Visit and free time in Lecco or another Lake Como town
- English explanation from the tour leader on the train
- Train in either direction between St. Moritz and Tirano
What's Included
- ✓ 2nd-class Bernina red train ticket, St. Moritz–Tirano or reverse
- ✓ Visit of Lecco or another town on Lake Como
- ✓ Free time on Lake Como
- ✓ Professional tour leader
- ✓ Round-trip coach from Milano Centrale (Hotel Gallia)
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- A seat on the panoramic Bernina Express
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What to Bring
- Valid passport
- Clothing for the weather in the mountains
- Camera
Good to Know & Caveats
- A valid passport is required on the day of travel.
- You ride the regional red train in 2nd class, not the panoramic Bernina Express.
- Free time in St. Moritz is not guaranteed.
- The train can run St. Moritz to Tirano or the reverse, and transfer times depend on traffic.
- You cannot pick a seat side on the train. Travelers often suggest the right-hand side heading south (St. Moritz to Tirano) and the left heading north, but you sit where there is space.
- Infants sit on an adult's lap, and prams or strollers are allowed.
Meeting Point
The bus stop next to the Excelsior Hotel Gallia on Piazza Duca d'Aosta, at the corner with Piazza IV Novembre, where the coach also drops you at the end of the day.
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.5/5 by 80+ verified Viator travelers.
Wonderful experience. The Alps are stunning and St. Moritz was incredible. Our tour guide was great and informative. Sit on the sunny side of the train for the best views.
— Arjay E, Nov 2025
Wow what a fantastic day! We started off with an hour drive to Lacco/ Lake Como which is a beautiful little town and were given an hour to explore. Then off to Tirano where they have a gorgeous church with an interesting History. This is
— Christopher G, Nov 2024
Private tour of Varenna was great, the tour Mara was very knowledgeable .The tour up to St Moritz was great The tour guide Anna was fantastic and the bus driver Claudio was so great driving those hairpin turns. THE BEST was the train ride on the Bernini express. Seeing g ztge Swiss Alps. Unbelievable. Loved it all.
— Diane L, Aug 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Which train is included?
A 2nd-class ticket on the Bernina red train with opening windows, St. Moritz to Tirano or the reverse. It is the regional train, not the panoramic Bernina Express.
How long is the train ride?
About 2 hours 20 minutes. The whole day takes about 13 hours, with Lake Como and the coach legs taking the rest.
Where on Lake Como do you stop?
In Lecco or another town on the lake, with free time there. The listing does not fix the town in advance.
Will I have time in St. Moritz?
Not necessarily. The listing says free time in St. Moritz is not guaranteed. If St. Moritz matters to you, look at a tour that schedules time there.
Do I need a passport?
Yes. A current valid passport is required on the day, because the tour crosses into Switzerland.
Is food included, and can I cancel?
Food and drinks are not included. The tour falls under Viator’s standard cancellation policy, usually a full refund up to 24 hours before the start; check the terms when you book.
