Private 1st Class Bernina Panoramic – St. Moritz & Swiss Alps
Description
Private hotel pickup & drop-off in a luxury van. No crowds. No rushing. A fully private Bernina experience, designed for travelers who value comfort, pace, and discretion. • Private experienced driver-guide throughout the day • Lake Como views en route to Tirano • Bernina Panoramic Train through the Swiss Alps • Arrival in St. Moritz, the birthplace of luxury alpine travel Train experience Your journey includes 1st-class tickets on the Bernina panoramic red train, traveling along the famous UNESCO-listed Bernina railway. The panoramic train runs every hour, offering the exact same spectacular route and views as the Bernina Express, but with more flexibility and fewer crowds. For travelers who specifically prefer the Bernina Express panoramic carriage, we can arrange it upon request, subject to availability. Please note that the Bernina Express operates only once per day, and tickets often sell out months in advance.
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Itinerary
Tirano is the lowest point of the Bernina train line - 429 meters. Our first stop is a charming Italian village in the Alps, a few kilometers away from the Swiss border. Tirano offers many options for a delicious lunch made out of fresh ingredients. Along our way to Tirano, our knowledgeable guide will share with you many tips about the life of the small rural population, alpine life and traditions and the local history of one of the biggest alpine valleys. See the incredible vineyards on the mountain slopes and taste a special local wine of the Alps.
Only a 25 km train ride brings travelers from the orchards and palm trees in Tirano to the glaciers of the Bernina Pass at 2,253 meters. The valley is surrounded by 3,000-meter-high peaks on both sides, the highest of which, the Piz Palü, reaches 3,900 meters. Three climate and vegetation zones are represented here, from extreme cold and snowy to Mediterranean, which provide a wide range of agricultural products. From the top of the Bernina train line, the view over Poschiavo Valley is unbelievable.
In this point you will be overwhelmed by the beauty of the Swiss Alps. Ospizio Bernina is situated at the highest point of Bernina line - 2253 meters. At Ospizio Bernina some of the highest peaks and permanent glaciers of the eastern Alps are visible.
Enjoy the coach ride through one of the highest inhabited valleys of the Alps - Engadin. It's a true paradise for winter sports enthusiasts, and adventure-seekers, a valley of pristine nature with a blue lake and fresh alpine air.
Explore St. Moritz - a destination that attracts visitors year-round — and not just because it averages 300 days of sunshine annually. The resort town is renowned as one of the first winter tourism destinations, and It twice hosted the Winter Olympic games. The St. Moritz name and logo are the oldest tourism logos still used today and are listed as registered trademarks. In winter, the frozen Lake St. Moritz is an arena for horse racing, ice skating, snow polo, and skijoring. In the summer, rowers, sailors, and fishermen take over.
We’ll pause for a breathtaking panoramic stop at the Maloja Pass, where you can soak in sweeping Alpine views and breathe the crisp mountain air before crossing back into Italy.
On the way to and from the Bernina Line, you’ll enjoy stunning views of Lake Como. In some cases, an upgrade stop by the lake for a scenic walk or dinner may be available, subject to confirmation with the tour company before your trip
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please send us your pickup address exactly as it appears on Google Maps (including hotel name, street address, etc.). This ensures we can find you easily and be on time.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age for this tour is 7 years
- Travel time is included in tour duration
Reviews(21)
Oleg was a fantastic guide. The trip was wonderful beginning to end. The Bernina train is beautiful and we made a few extra stops coming back to see special sites. We would definitely book woth Abroad tours again.
Oleg was great with communication and had some great recommendations for our stay in lake Como. He took us around the best parts of St Mortiz and when we road the train, he walked us on the train to our seats to make sure we were all set and was waiting for us on the other side when we were done! This was a highlight of our trip!
Oleg from Abroad Tours was fantastic in explaining history, economy and geography as he drove us from Milan through Lake Como to Tirano. Oleg settled us in the Bernina train with reserved window seats for the 4 of us on both sides of the train for the breathtaking ride to St Moritz. He was waiting for us in St Moritz and told us the history how St Moritz started as a tourist resort in mid 1800s as he showed us around the city. My family enjoyed the stop in Laderach chocolate shop. Oleg then safely drove us back to Milan along spectacular Alpine roads.
The tour was amazing, and Stefano was a fantastic guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and made the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone considering a private or small-group experience. Having done both large tour bus excursions and this smaller tour, I can confidently say the service, hospitality, attention to detail, and overall experience were far superior. It was well worth it, and I would not hesitate to book again.
This was an outstanding private tour with our guide, Oleg. He met us promptly at our hotel in Milan at the scheduled time and made the entire experience seamless from start to finish. We chose this tour for our family of four because we wanted a more personalized experience rather than being part of a large tour group, and it exceeded our expectations. Oleg handled the train ticket arrangements to St. Moritz and even ensured we had window seats so we could fully enjoy the spectacular scenery along the route. When we arrived in St. Moritz, Oleg was waiting for us at the station and guided us through the charming town before taking us to a wonderful restaurant for a traditional Swiss lunch. The return journey to Milan offered an entirely different landscape, with several scenic stops along the way that made the experience even more memorable. Oleg is an exceptionally careful and professional driver, and we always felt safe and comfortable throughout the trip. His attention to detail, organization, and friendly demeanor made this tour truly special. We highly, highly recommend this private tour to anyone looking for a personalized and unforgettable experience!
My family of four visited Italy from Texas for a short one week vacation to celebrate our son's graduation. We truly enjoyed our private tour to sight-see in St. Moritz. The views from the Bernina train were breathtaking and certainly a once in a lifetime experience. Our guide, Oleg, was knowledgeable and kind. He helped us select traditional Swiss foods and drinks and elaborately explained details in regards to both Italian and Swiss cultures. He mentioned they offer other tours like wine tasting and tours to Lake Como which I would happily attend should I ever return. 10/10 stars, highly recommend this tour.
This was an outstanding private tour with our guide, Oleg. He met us promptly at our hotel in Milan at the scheduled time and made the entire experience seamless from start to finish. We chose this tour for our family of four because we wanted a more personalized experience rather than being part of a large tour group, and it exceeded our expectations. Oleg handled the train ticket arrangements to St. Moritz and even ensured we had window seats so we could fully enjoy the spectacular scenery along the route. When we arrived in St. Moritz, Oleg was waiting for us at the station and guided us through the charming town before taking us to a wonderful restaurant for a traditional Swiss lunch. The return journey to Milan offered an entirely different landscape, with several scenic stops along the way that made the experience even more memorable. Oleg is an exceptionally careful and professional driver, and we always felt safe and comfortable throughout the trip. His attention to detail, organization, and friendly demeanor made this tour truly special. We highly, highly recommend this private tour to anyone looking for a personalized and unforgettable experience!
What an amazing experience with Stefano on the Bernina Express tour. The train and scenery exceeded all expectations. It was a truly special day. On a separate note Stefano went out of his way to help and support us on some other unrelated issues we had with a hotel. Personally we appreciated everything he did for us, especially since he didnt have to.
The view on the train was spectacular like nothing seen before. It is a 2 hour ride through the mountains however it felt like 30 minutes. Bring a camera. The windows on the train do slide down so there is no window glare. Our guide Stefano recommended a lovely restaurant in Switzerland. He was very accommodating and gave us plenty of time to shop after lunch. The drive to the train and home with both long but, Stefano is a wonderful conversationalist. It’s well worth it; you won’t regret the trip!
It was a great experience, beautiful views and fantastic guide!
