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From Lake Como or Milan: Bernina Red Train Tour

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| Lake Como, Italy
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On average, this is booked 21 (0) days in advance.
9 to 12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Experience the heart of the Alps in unparalleled luxury and comfort. This is more than a tour—it’s an unforgettable journey through a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

Private Pick-up: Start your day with a seamless, private transfer directly from your accommodation in Lake Como or Milan and enjoy mesmerizing views of famous towns like Varenna and Bellagio.

The UNESCO Red Train: Board the spectacular Bernina Red Train. Prepare for breathtaking panoramas as the train climbs over dramatic viaducts and past glaciers. This engineering marvel delivers unforgettable alpine scenery, ascending to St. Moritz.

Alpine Glamour: Enjoy approximately 2 hours of free time in this glamorous Swiss resort for exploration and lunch.

Scenic Return Drive: Your private vehicle takes you back, crossing the stunning Maloja Pass. We pause to admire the beautiful Lake Silvaplana and the impressive Acquafraggia Waterfalls near Chiavenna (Note: The Waterfall stop is excluded in August and on all weekends).

What's Included

  • Visit to the Acquafraggia Falls (excluding August and weekends)
  • One way first class tickets for the Bernina Red Train (from Tirano to St. Moritz)
  • Visit to Lake Silvaplana
  • Lunch
  • Any gratuities or expenses of a personal nature
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in the included section
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up and drop off from all accommodations located at Lake Como is included in the price.If the accommodation is located in Milan, please select the correct option.The tour and the itinerary may be subject to some minor changes (hours variation according to the pick up location).

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Milan (pass by)

The tour starts from Lake Como or Milan, depending on where is located your accommodation. Our private driver transfer will pick you up to reach your first stop: the train station of Tirano. To reach Tirano from Milan, you'll pass next to Lake Como, where world-famous cities are located, like Varenna and Bellagio.
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Lake Como (pass by)

The tour starts from Lake Como or Milan, depending on where is located your accommodation. Our private driver transfer will pick you up to reach your first stop: the train station of Tirano. To reach Tirano from Lake Como, you'll pass through world-famous cities, like Varenna and Bellagio.
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Tirano

At the railway station of Tirano you'll get on board of the Bernina Red Train. It is not a simple train, but a real arena overlooking the fascinating spectacle of the nature. In fact, the Bernina Train is a UNESCO World Heritage Site! From the train, you can admire the breathtaking scenery that unveils itself throughout the trip. After 2 and a half hours, you'll reach St.Moritz.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Berninapass (pass by)

From Tirano to St.Moritz, you will run along villages, small hamlets, rivers, lakes and glaciers on board of the Bernina Train, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Ospizio Bernina (pass by)

The Ospizio Bernina is the highest point of the Red Train line, which here reaches an altitude of 2,253 m.
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St. Moritz

Once in the centre, between a slice of Engadin walnut cake and a chocolate praline, you can combine a tasty break with a quiet walk to discover the many contradictions of this sumptuous and cosmopolitan mountain town with its Alpine charm.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lake St. Moritz

Lake St. Mortiz, which can be reached from the station via a convenient underpass, is undoubtedly the highlight of the journey with the Bernina train to the Engadine village. Here you can take a walk along the footpath around the lake or simply reach the Church of St. Charles, which can be seen in the distance.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Maloja Pass (pass by)

On the way back from St. Moritz by car, we will cross the mountain pass of Maloja, a panoramic road immersed in the woods between the Italian and the Swiss alps.
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Lake Silvaplana

A beautiful lake used heavily for sports, such as kitesurfing and windsurfing in the summertime. In the winter, once the lake freezes, it is used for cross country skiing, walking trails, and kitesurfing on snow, with the famous Engadin Skimarathon crossing the lake annually.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cascate Acquafraggia

You will have a short visit of Acquafraggia Waterfalls during your return trip to your accommodation (except on weekends and in August). The Acquafraggia Waterfalls, located near Chiavenna, are a breathtaking natural monument. They feature a magnificent double cascade of about 170 meters, so impressive that they were even mentioned by Leonardo da Vinci.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • A passport is required to enter in Switzerland
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Lake Como or Milan: Bernina Red Train Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Lake Como or Milan: Bernina Red Train Tour?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Visit to the Acquafraggia Falls (excluding August and weekends).
  • One way first class tickets for the Bernina Red Train (from Tirano to St. Moritz).
  • Visit to Lake Silvaplana.
  • Individual visit to the village of St. Moritz.
  • Private transfer with a professional driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Any gratuities or expenses of a personal nature.
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in the included section.
  • Tour guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the From Lake Como or Milan: Bernina Red Train Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • A passport is required to enter in Switzerland
  • A sweater and light raincoat is recommended in all seasons
  • This tour will be cancelled in case of heavy snow
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Lake Como or Milan: Bernina Red Train Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Visit to the Acquafraggia Falls (excluding August and weekends)
  • One way first class tickets for the Bernina Red Train (from Tirano to St. Moritz)
  • Visit to Lake Silvaplana
  • Individual visit to the village of St. Moritz
  • Private transfer with a professional driver
  • Lunch
  • Any gratuities or expenses of a personal nature
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in the included section
  • Tour guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • A passport is required to enter in Switzerland
  • A sweater and light raincoat is recommended in all seasons
  • This tour will be cancelled in case of heavy snow
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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