About This Experience
You choose one of two departure points in Milan when you book, downtown or the Central Station, and the exact address arrives with your booking. The coach heads north over the Maloja Pass, a drive of about three and a half hours, to St. Moritz.
St. Moritz gets about two hours of free time for the lake, the shops or lunch at your own pace. In the afternoon you board the train for about two hours past the Morteratsch glacier, the Bernina Diavolezza stop and the Bernina Pass. Your ticket is 2nd class on a regional train with windows that open, not a seat on the panoramic Bernina Express.
The coach then takes about three hours back to your chosen drop-off point in Milan.
Depending on availability, the train section can start in Thusis, St. Moritz or Tirano, so on some dates you ride the Albula line instead of the Bernina line. A live guide speaks English and Spanish, and an audio guide covers French, German, Italian and Portuguese.
Highlights
- About two hours on the Bernina line in a regional train
- Morteratsch glacier, Bernina Diavolezza and the Bernina Pass from the train
- About two hours of free time in St. Moritz
- Drive over the Maloja Pass
- Live guide in English and Spanish, audio guide in four more languages
What's Included
- ✓ 2nd-class Bernina train ticket on a regional train with opening windows
- ✓ Round-trip air-conditioned coach from Milan
- ✓ Live guide in English and Spanish
- ✓ Audio guide in French, German, Italian and Portuguese
- ✓ Free time in St. Moritz
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- A seat on the panoramic Bernina Express
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What to Bring
- Passport, plus any visa you need to enter Switzerland
- Jacket
- Camera
Good to Know & Caveats
- A valid passport is required on the day, and you are responsible for any visa needed for Switzerland.
- You ride a 2nd-class regional train, not the panoramic Bernina Express.
- Depending on availability, the train can start in Thusis, St. Moritz or Tirano, which puts you on the Albula line on some dates.
- 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.
- Pets and luggage or large bags are not allowed.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Not Suitable For
- Wheelchair users
Meeting Point
One of two Milan departure points chosen at booking (downtown or the Central Station), with the coach returning to the same point.
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.5/5 by 2,360+ verified GetYourGuide travelers.
Our guide is very nice and always points out the highlighted scenery sites earlier before we come in order to let us see the “must see” which is wonderful. Our driver is also an amazing who provides stable journeys all over the long routes
— GetYourGuide traveler, 2026-11
Anna and Maximo were incredible, they kept us informed and on track. The tour was informative and we had the perfect amount of time to explore and have lunch in st moritz. The bernina train seats are quite tight and the majority of the view is on the right hand side. Overall, really great and would recommend
— Julie, 2026-10
The scenery throughout this trip was generally wonderful. Unfortunately, our tour guide had an extremely poor attitude. She often shouted and yelled at our group, and her arrogant demeanor made us feel extremely uncomfortable.
— GetYourGuide traveler, 2026-07
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the train the Bernina Express?
No. Your ticket is 2nd class on a regional train with opening windows, on the same line the panoramic Bernina Express uses. A seat on the Bernina Express is not included.
How long is the train ride?
About two hours. On some dates the train section starts in Thusis or Tirano instead of St. Moritz, depending on availability.
How much time do you get in St. Moritz?
About two hours of free time, which is enough for a lakeside walk and lunch at your own cost.
Where does the tour start?
You pick one of two departure points in Milan when you book, downtown or the Central Station. The exact address comes with your booking confirmation.
What languages does the guide speak?
The live guide speaks English and Spanish. An audio guide covers French, German, Italian and Portuguese.
Do I need a passport, and can I cancel?
Yes, bring a valid passport and any visa your nationality needs for Switzerland. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
