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Bernina Express and St Moritz tour from Lake Como

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

How to experience the Bernina Express tour from Lake Como

Choose to experience this wonderful adventure with a personalised tour or a “do it yourself” tour 

Map of the stops of the Benina Express

1 - DO-IT-YOURSELF BERNINA EXPRESS AND ST MORITZ

Using this guide, you will discover how to reach Tirano to live the unforgettable experience of the Bernina Express tour!

We suggest you to take the ferry that leaves at 6:15 AM*   (Arrival in  Varenna at 6:45 – this ferry stops first in Menaggio – )

  • Check the ferry schedules: click here
  • NB ferry schedules is different on weekdays and on Sundays/Festive days and also it depends on the time of year.

Ferry from Bellagio to Varenna (€ 4,60 p.p.)

Walk from the pier of Varenna to the train station (10 min).

Catch the train to Tirano around 7 am (1h28min € 8pp approx.) – always check the timetables and if there are strikes –  

Get off the train in Tirano and catch the Bernina Express (Look for the Bernina Express station on the left side when you exit the regional train station) We advise you to buy train tickets in advance: You can buy them online  www.rhb.ch (approx. €28 second class or €50 first class ONE WAY)

Get off the train in St Moritz (2 hours and 15 minutes ride on the Bernina Express)

Visit St Moritz

Catch the train from St Moritz to Tirano (2 hours and 15 minutes journey on the Bernina Express) You can buy them online  www.rhb.ch (approx. €28 second class or €50 first class ONE WAY)

Get off the Bernina Express and catch the regional train to Varenna (1h28min € 7,30pp)

Catch the ferry to Bellagio (Check the ferry schedules: click here )

ROUGH PRICE (2nd CLASS TICKETS): € 105.00 PER PERSON OR

HAVE A LOOK AT THIS SHARED TOUR

View the live webcam in St Moritz, click here

2 - bernina express from lake como - tailor made tour.

If you want to forget about the stress of the schedules, the worry of losing yourself or getting stuck somewhere, this tailor-made tour of the Bernina Express is definitely the right one for you!

The only thing you need to worry about is taking the ferry around 8:00 from Bellagio to Varenna.

Check the ferry schedules: click here )

The local guide, with his authorised minivan, will take you on a breathtaking tour of the lake and the mountains: you will cross the Valtellina area surrounded by vineyards and apple trees in bloom, you can taste the typical products of this area from cheese to wine.

Once you arrive in Tirano our guide will help you in buying the Bernina Express ticket (approx. € 28 second class or € 50 first class ONE WAY) and come with you to Bernina Express departure train station.

The magical journey between glaciers and mountains on the highest and most scenic railway in Europe (2253 m.s.l.m.) begins!

The guide will wait for you at the St Moritz station, together you will visit one of the most famous cities for its boutiques and (in winter) for its exclusive ski slopes. This type of tour will allow you to choose, on the advice of your companion, what to visit, where to stop for lunch and will enrich you with cultural information of these wonderful places.

Back again on the minivan to cross the Maloja pass to slowly return to Varenna. You can choose with your guide to stop in other interesting places: the beautiful village of Chiavenna or the Abbey of Piona.

The return is scheduled at around 19:00 in Varenna.

We do not want to reveal too many details, the knowledge of this area by our guide will leave you surprised in the discovery of a wonderful culture, rich in history, traditions and good food!

Here below in the box the details of the tours click on each box to view more details of the tours.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Let our expert guide provide you with exclusive attention as you traverse the captivating Valtellina region, delving deep into the majestic Engadin Alps. Immerse yourself in the charm of St. Moritz with an intimate walking tour, allowing you to truly connect with this remarkable destination. And as you journey back, venture behind the scenes of a local winery. This remarkable itinerary unveile awe-inspiring vistas of Alpine valleys, majestic peaks, and picturesque villages. Benefit from the dedicated service of your private guide, ensuring an exceptional and personalized experience. Additionally, our comprehensive package includes an air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, onboard WiFi, and a guided visit. If desired, we can arrange a visit to a winery, where you have the opportunity to purchase some exceptional wines. For your convenience, we offer pickup and drop-off from various locations such as Como, Milan, or any other locality along the route. Please note that if your chosen location is not directly on the route, an additional fee may apply. Moreover, if you happen to find another small group (such as a couple or a family) to share the tour with, we will provide you with complimentary Bernina train tickets.

Have a look at these other tours from Lake Como to St Moritz, including the Bernina Express train

Day trip from varenna to st moritz.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Experience the stunning views from atop the Swiss Alps and soak in the beauty of Lake Como on this full-day tour. Begin by exploring the picturesque lakeshore village of Varenna. Take a leisurely stroll  (approximately 30 minutes).

Next, venture into the Valtellina Valley, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a quick stop in a quaint town or visit a local winery, experiencing the authentic flavors of the region (approximately 30 minutes).

Continue your journey and arrive in Tirano, where you’ll have free time to enjoy a delightful lunch at your own leisure (approximately 1 hour).

The highlight of the tour awaits as you board the Bernina train, an extraordinary ride that takes you through glaciers and into the heart of the Swiss Alps. Marvel at the breathtaking summit views as you disembark at Ospizio Bernina, the highest point of the ride. In the winter season, the stop is at Diavolezza (approximately 10 minutes).

Conclude your adventure with a visit to the renowned mountain resort of St. Moritz. Enjoy a quick highlights driving tour, providing you with an overview of this illustrious town, followed by free time to explore and discover its unique attractions (approximately 1 hour).

Your comprehensive package includes an English-speaking tour guide, transportation throughout the tour, and a Bernina train ticket that allows you to experience the awe-inspiring journey. 

Next, venture into the Valtellina Valley, where you'll have the opportunity to make a quick stop in a quaint town or visit a local winery, experiencing the authentic flavors of the region (approximately 30 minutes).

Continue your journey and arrive in Tirano, where you'll have free time to enjoy a delightful lunch at your own leisure (approximately 1 hour).

Private tour from Lake Como to St Moritz

This is a private tour with private transportation from your accommodation. Please note that this tour does not include a guided presence.

Join us on an incredible adventure as you step aboard the Bernina Red Train. Prepare to be captivated by the awe-inspiring spectacle of nature as you traverse steep slopes, passing through charming villages, hamlets, rivers, lakes, and glaciers. This remarkable journey from Tirano to St. Moritz showcases the breathtaking beauty of the region.

Upon reaching St. Moritz, take the time to relax and soak in the ambiance. You can leisurely explore the historic center of this renowned village, enjoying its unique atmosphere and attractions. Afterward, our driver will accompany you to the stunning Lake Silvaplana, where, on windy days, you can witness thrilling kitesurfing stunts that will leave you in awe.

As we make our return journey, we’ll cross the scenic Maloja Pass, a picturesque road nestled amidst the enchanting woods, offering panoramic vistas of the Italian and Swiss Alps.

Included in this experience is private roundtrip transportation for your convenience. You’ll also receive one-way 2nd class tickets for the Bernina Red Train, granting you a front-row seat to the breathtaking landscapes. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to visit Lake Silvaplana and witness the magnificent Acquafraggia Falls (excluding August and weekends). Lunch is included.

As we make our return journey, we'll cross the scenic Maloja Pass, a picturesque road nestled amidst the enchanting woods, offering panoramic vistas of the Italian and Swiss Alps.

Included in this experience is private roundtrip transportation for your convenience. You'll also receive one-way 2nd class tickets for the Bernina Red Train, granting you a front-row seat to the breathtaking landscapes. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to visit Lake Silvaplana and witness the magnificent Acquafraggia Falls (excluding August and weekends). Lunch is included.

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25 thoughts on “bernina express and st moritz tour from lake como”.

Hello, we are interested in Bernina express tour on the 3d or 4ths of October. Is it possible and what is the price for two?

Buongiorno Andrew, come stai? To get more info about the Bernina Express tailor made tour, you can visit this link and contact directly the guide for more info about availability and prices (on this page you find the direct contacts). This is the link: https://www.bellagiotravelguide.com/listing/bernina/ Ciao

Hello, I am very interested in the Bernina Express tour from Lake Como. I will be staying in Bellagio May 11 to 14. Please provide details and cost for 4 adults. Thank you, Pat Anastasio

We are looking to travel to St Moritz with option 2 on October 7, 2022. There will be five – six adults. We would like to stop in Chiavenna on the way back. We would like 1st class accommodations on the train. Would you please give me a price and timing for this excursion. Thank you! Lynn

Ciao Lynn, thank you for your kind request.

I’ve sent you an e-mail with the information required.

Have a nice day!

Kind regards from Bellagio

I am interested in one day trip to St. Moritz from Bellagio on Aug 31, 2022. This is for 6 adults. I will prefer Ferry+Van+Bernina Express. Please send me information and price at following email address. Thanks

Ciao Vijay, thank you for your request. We’ve replied to you by e-mail.

Have a nice day! Ciao from Bellagio

We are looking to do a Bernina Express tour to St Moritz and also a tour of Como/Varena/Bellagio. We are staying in Milan and would like to tie these two tours into 2 days to avoid having to return to Milan between the tours. Is this possible (could stay overnight in Como or St Moritz or somewhere else you can recommend

Ciao Silvana, thank you for your kind request.

We’ve replied to you by e-mail. Hope you could find a solution with our local guide.

Hi there, please could you email me so I can get details of a tour for 2023. Thank you, Jacob.

Ciao Jacob, come stai? We’ve replied to you by e-mail 🙂 Ciao from Bellagio

Hi, could you please send me more info about BERNINA EXPRESS FROM LAKE COMO – TAILOR MADE TOUR, we ( 2 ) are booked in Como July 2 – 7 we are still open for rent something in Bellagio if you have some suggestions.

Ciao Wojciech, thank you for your kind request. We’ve replied to you by e-mail 🙂 Ciao from Bellagio

I am very interested in booking this tour for 7/9 for 4 adults. We are staying in Bellagio.

Hi, We are visiting Como for 1 week in September and would like to do the Bernina Express tour ourselves from Como. Does option 1 still work above? Please confirm, thanks

Buongiorno Gary, come stai?

The do-it-yourself itinerary works, the only thing is the public transport: you always need to check the timetable because they can always vary. You can check online in the website of the ferry timetables and the train timetables.

Feel free to ask more information 🙂

Buongiorno We are travelling to Bellagio in April 2023. We are 3 adults. Please could you provide further information, including costings? thank you

Buongiorno Mona, how are you? You can send an e-mail to [email protected] and we forward your request to our guide. Grazie mille, have a nice day!

I am looking at transport from La Locanda del Cantiere to tirano and back. I intend to take the Bernina express and back. Please email me asap if possible.

Much appreciated

Buongiorno Vinod, thank you for your kind request. Regretfully we don’t offer intermediate service. You can book the tour online and then get in touch with the guide. He offers the tour from Lake Como, he’s based in Como, you can con contact him to organise the pickup. Here the tour we normally recommend: https://www.viator.com/it-IT/Lake-Como/d26113-ttd/p-120889P2?pid=P00091233&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=Bernina-with-Guide

We are wanting to take the Bellagio Express Train from Verena to St. Moritz and back. Both ways on the train only. How should we go about this? I’m a little confused about the tours and when there is a driving tour or multiple stops. We are fine with another stop along the way, but don’t necessarily want a driving tour. Also, is the train ride winding or is it straight with some curves as needed? I get sick on roads if it gets too winding and so never do mountains. However, I’m thinking maybe a train wouldn’t be so winding. Thank you.

Ciao Marcia, also Lake Como roads are a litle windy but if you go with a good driver who drives slow you just enjoy the views and that’s it (I suffer the car too so I know what you mean). The good thing of having a driver is that you can talk directly to him about your feelings and you can help you feeling better. That’s the good thing of a private tour with a small group. The guide/driver takes care of you.

The train is smooth and when I did it I had no problem. Anyway some coke helps me (I never drink it, just on emergencies when I travel together with a slice of lemon ☺️) The good thing of the private tour is that you don’t do the train rain twice.

All Lombardy region has windy roads but driving slowly helps you a lot!

I book like to book option 2 for a party of four adults, making sure that we get first class/panoramic car reservations. We would like to travel from Tirano to St. Moritz on the Bernina Express on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Is there a guide service you can recommend for the ground transportation? Thank you.

Ciao Caron, thank you for your kind request. I can highly recommend this tour https://www.viator.com/en-GB/tours/Lake-Como/Bernina-Express-and-Sankt-Moritz-Private-Guided-Tour/d26113-120889P2?pid=%20P00091233&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=bernina organized by a local English speaking guide. His tour is complete because he has it’s own minivan and he drives you directly from Lake Como. This is great because you do the Bernina Express only once, on the way back the guide drives you back from the Maloja pass. I hope this can be helpful!

Ciao Have a nice day

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lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

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Lake como & st moritz by bernina express.

This bestselling trip is back for 2024!

Soak in the astounding beauty of the Swiss and Italian Alps on this seven-night holiday. You'll be staying in Colico, an enchanting town on the shores of Lake Como. From your stylish hotel base you'll discover elegant villages, chic restaurants, and ornate lakeside villas.

This holiday includes a day trip to elegant St Moritz on the Bernina Railway. This unforgettable train ride takes you along the highest railway line in the Alps and the spacious, panoramic carriages provide a perfect viewpoint for admiring the best of Switzerland's crystal lakes and stunning mountain peaks.

Our home for this trip will be the 19th-century Hotel Risi on Lake Como, where you'll be charmed by the pristine lake waters and the magnificence of the surrounding Alps. Throughout your stay, you'll enjoy traditional Italian dishes at dinner in a local restaurant and a fresh, continental breakfast each morning at the hotel.

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lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Stay in a picturesque hotel

Price includes.

  • Seven nights' accommodation at Hotel Risi
  • Return flights from London to Milan
  • Seven breakfasts at the hotel
  • Five three-course dinners and three three-course lunches at local restaurants (both with water, wine** and coffee)
  • Bernina Railway & St. Moritz excursion
  • Picturesque Lake Como Cruise in a private boat
  • Varenna coach excursion
  • All road transportation in private cars, minivans or coaches and Bernina Express tickets
  • Experienced tour manager throughout
Additional information Flights 6 - 13 May 2024 Departing London Heathrow 12.00 arriving Milan Malpensa 15.05 Returning from Milan Malpensa 15.55 arriving London Heathrow 17.00 23 - 30 September Departing London Heathrow 12.00 arriving Milan Malpensa 15.05 Returning from Milan Malpensa 13.25 arriving London Heathrow 14.30 9-16 December 2024 Departing London Heathrow 13.25 arriving Milan Malpensa 16.30; Returning from Milan Malpensa 13.10 arriving London Heathrow 14.20 Including 23kg hold luggage. Alternative flights are available, please call for details. Supplements may apply. Single supplement £235 (standard room), £330 (lake view room) Accommodation Hotel Risi, Colico *This information is indicative and subject to change*

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Fly from your local airport into Milan Malpensa and then transfer to the lakeside destination of Colico, where you'll enjoy a three-course dinner tonight.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Today is yours to relax and enjoy the wonderful lakeside setting of Colico. Over the next few days you'll have the chance to explore the surrounding area and discover the stunning beauty of the region.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Today you have a full day to appreciate the scenery of nearby Switzerland, travelling to St Moritz on the Bernina Railway. This incredible train journey stops at St Moritz and travels through some of the most spectacular Alpine landscapes in Europe.

Aside from admiring the splendid location, you'll also be able to take in the views over St Moritz, and visit the many museums in town. St Moritz is a magnificent location that always makes for an exciting day out. Thought of as the home of Alpine tourism, the town is a favorite with numerous celebrities and royals, and you'll find lots to see and do here.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Today you will go on an excursion to Varenna with photo stops and free time along the way. You will pass some of the most beautiful villages, nestled on the shores of Lake Como in this stunning corner of northern Italy. You'll drive through quaint lakeside ports, magnificent mountain scenery and traditional Italian villages.

When you arrive you'll meet your private guide for a private guided tour. Varenna, gracefully perched on the mountain, is one of the most panoramic spots of the lake. Explore the village and walk along the lake through the "Lover's Walk" connecting Varenna to Olivedo, and walk up to the ruins of the 11th Century Vezio Castle. The afternoon is yours at leisure. Return to Colico by private coach transfer.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Today is yours to enjoy and spend time exploring the beautiful surroundings.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Today you'll go on a full-day lake tour by boat around Lake Como. You can enjoy the views from the comfort of your private boat as you cruise across the lake. You'll sail past many of the opulent villas and manicured gardens which dot Lake Como's shores, all set against breathtaking Alpine backdrops. Upon arrival lunch will be at local restaurant. In the afternoon discover Como's historic center, its sunny piazzas, and the Como Cathedral on a private tour. You return to Colico by boat and coach.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Enjoy a final full day at leisure.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Sadly it's time to say farewell to Lake Como as you take the transfer back to Milan for your flight home.

Accommodation

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Colico hotel with panoramic restaurant

Hotel Risi is housed in a 19th-century building that overlooks the shores of Lake Como in the historic town of Colico. Many of the rooms feature lake views, rooms come with air conditioning, desk, shower, hairdryer, toiletries, telephone, flat-screen TV, fridge, and wake up call service. Interconnecting rooms are available. Il Vapore restaurant offers typical local cuisine in a romantic and panoramic setting by the lake. Take away pizza is also available.

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Highlights and Inclusions

  • Full day visit to St Moritz including a journey on the Bernina Express, one of the world’s most spectacular alpine railway journeys
  • Full day visit to Stresa on Lake Maggiore, including a tour of the beautiful Isola Bella
  • Explore medieval Bergamo, a hidden gem, on a guided tour
  • Lake cruise to stunning Bellagio with a private visit to the enchanting Villa del Balbianello and its inspirational gardens
  • Visit to the Swiss lakeside town of Lugano
  • Seven nights in a choice of conveniently located four star accommodation including all local taxes, with breakfast and dinner
  • The Signature Tour option includes all of the above as well as:
  • Against a stunning backdrop if iconic Lake Como, sip a refreshing local aperitif in the charming ambience of Villa Carlotta and drink in the inspirational views
  • Stroll amongst the sensational colours and scents of historic Villa Carlotta’s beautiful gardens, with included entrance to view its magnificent private art collection
  • From the exceptional comfort of your upgraded first-class seat, marvel at the jaw-dropping vistas as you ride the breathtaking Bernina Express
  • The price of this holiday is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room. Single and lake view rooms are subject to availability at the relevant supplement. The price includes:
  • Return flights
  • Seven nights’ accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • All local taxes and transfers
  • All tours as mentioned
  • Entrance to Villa del Balbianello
  • The services of a Riviera Travel tour manager
  • Stays at the Grand Hotel Menaggio will be on a bed & breakfast basis

On your arrival to Milan Linate, Malpensa or Bergom, from, you will be taken to your choice of hotel. The rest of the day will be spent at leisure, allowing you time to settle into the hotel and start exploring if you wish.

Lake Como, one of the deepest in Europe, has been beloved of romantics since the famous Roman chronicler Pliny wrote of its luxuriant beauty and it has inspired some of the best works by greats such as Verdi and Rossini. A favourite of Shelley and Wordsworth, the delights of Lake Como are many and varied and this morning you can enjoy one of its many highlights, a private boat and tour of the beautiful, 18th century Villa del Balbianello, one of the finest villas surrounding the lake. Originally built for a cardinal, it features a renowned collection of art and historic furniture, ironically much of it English, including an oak bureau from Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory. The gardens are equally stunning, being a series of manicured terraces full of fragrant roses and colourful borders, dominated by a classic three arched ‘loggia’, and all creatively planted using the rugged topography to great effect. The boat then takes us to the elegant and exclusive resort of Bellagio which, with its idyllic location on a promontory on the lake, is often described as the most beautiful town in Italy, and when you see it you will almost certainly agree! Once the haunt of European monarchs, today the attractive, pastel-coloured buildings, faded by decades of sunshine, line the lake shore and narrow cobbled streets and lanes climb their way to the hilly centre. Awash with colourful flowers Bellagio cannot be bettered for a long lazy lunch in one of the many lakeside restaurants, followed by a stroll perhaps amongst the many typically formal Italian gardens so beloved of romantics over the centuries, sprinkled as they are with fine, 18th century sculpture. Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace before returning to your resort by boat when you wish. (Subject to available boat timetable)

Today, we enjoy a contrasting day of spectacular scenery and extraordinary Swiss engineering. Firstly we ascend up the Valtellina, a classic alpine valley with soaring peaks rising steeply on both sides to Tirano, where we board the famous Bernina Express. One of the slowest ‘express’ trains in the world, this remarkable Swiss train twists upwards in an amazing sequence of spirals, loops and tunnels to the summit at Ospizio Bernina, the highest through station in Europe. Here, you are surrounded by stunning vistas over snow-clad peaks and ice-cold glacial lakes which strikingly mark the watershed between Mediterranean and Black Sea river systems. We descend sinuously through pretty pastures and dense pine forests to the ostentatiously chic resort of St Moritz, home of the infamous Cresta Run toboggan track, where there’s time for a spot of window shopping or perhaps afternoon tea and cake. Listen carefully and you may notice a rather unusual tongue: here, in this tiny corner of Switzerland, the locals speak Romansch, an ancient and little known Latin language. We return through yet more spectacular scenery to Lake Como for dinner. Signature Experience: From Tirano settle into your upgraded first-class seat in a spacious carriage, sit back and soak up the dazzling mountain views as you ride the legendary Bernina Express in style and comfort. This world-famous journey will be something special as you recline in luxury in extra spacious leather seats to stretch out and relax whilst admiring the stunning landscapes through the train’s panoramic windows – and free WiFi so you can share the views with your loved ones back home.

Today we visit nearby Lake Maggiore and its most attractive lakeside town, Stresa, which owes its origin to the days of the ‘Grand Tour’ when Europe’s 19th century aristocracy, having crossed the border from Switzerland, experienced their first taste of Italy! Unmistakably Mediterranean in character, its shores, lined with oleanders and palms, backed by classic belle époque hotels create an ambience of classic gentility. Here, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of Isola Bella, one of the real gems of northern Italy, once owned by a Milanese Count who, in the 17th century, created the most amazing ‘belle époque’ villa. With its staterooms crammed with fine furniture, sculpture and art with intricate parquet flooring and elegant pastel-coloured plasterwork and frescoes adorning the high ceilings, it’s simply stunning. Even more impressive though, are the astonishing grounds, featuring ten interlocking terraces imaginatively planted with orange and lemon trees, plus magnolias and a host of other fragrant and colourful shrubs and plants. Marble statues and unique, white peacocks add the final touches to this dramatic display. Previous distinguished visitors include Queen Caroline of England, wife of George IV, plus Napoleon and Josephine. In complete contrast, the narrow-cobbled streets, picturesque harbour and charming buildings of the fascinating Isola dei Pescatori, the second island we visit, reflect its 10th century origins and centuries old fishing tradition after which it is named. 2024 departures only: Enjoy a guided tour of the Baroque Palazzo on Isola Bella – its resplendent rooms feature refined furniture, sculptures and paintings while outside exquisite terraces are planted with citrus trees and magnolias.

Today you are free to explore as you wish. Enjoy a delicious Italian coffee in one of the pleasant cafés. Alternatively you may decide to take the boat to the lakeside town of Como or visit the gardens of Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo. Signature Experience: Discover a true Italian treasure with an included visit to the 17th-century Villa Carlotta with its majestic views over the lake. From world-famous azaleas, heavenly camellias and exotic orchids, wander its magnificent gardens, immersing yourself in the glorious displays of a spectrum of colourful and fragrant plants from around the world. Step back in time as you explore the villa’s impressive interior with an included entrance to view its superb artworks, sculpture and antique furniture collected over three centuries.  Signature Experience: As you soak up the spectacular views - forested hillsides sweeping down to clusters of terracotta roofs elegantly nestled at the lake shore and snow-capped peaks reflected in the sparkling lake, savour an inspirational view unchanged in centuries, over a refreshing local aperitivo and nibbles at Villa Carlotta's panoramic terrace.

This morning we travel to Lugano, capital of the Italian speaking canton of Ticino which was seized by the Swiss in 1512 and has steadfastly refused any opportunity to revert to Italy ever since! It is absolutely fascinating, an eclectic mix of traditional Swiss values and the more laid-back Latin influences from across the border. The trains run on time and shops are just as chic, but there’s a distinctive Mediterranean feel unlike anything you’ll experience elsewhere in Switzerland. Tiny alleyways lead to unmistakably Italian piazzas, where you can relax over a typically Italian lunch, but like everywhere else in Switzerland, the traffic laws are obeyed without question - it really is a quirky blend! The town is a delight to explore being centred round the café-lined main square, ideal to people-watch whilst enjoying a superb coffee. Alternatively, you can explore the myriad of twisting lanes of the old town or the dense network of shops with their displays probably unmatched anywhere in the world. Lugano is a lovely place to idly wander, before we enjoy yet more outstanding scenery on our return journey to our hotel for dinner.

Today you’re free to explore Lake Como at leisure. Perhaps enjoy a boat trip to one of the picturesque villages dotted around the lake, or simply relax at the hotel and enjoy the stunning scenery.

We return to the airport at the appropriate time for our flight home after a memorable and varied tour.

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SAINT MORITZ & BERNINA EXPRESS

Bernina express.

The Bernina Express to Saint Moritz seamlessly connects the cool North with the warm South and effortlessly overcomes the steepest gradients. only that – this is highest railway in the alps showing off the beauty of the mountains in a spectacular and memorable way.

This is the perfect way to visit the Swiss Alps from Lake Como. Meanwhile you are on the train our driver drives to the world famous swiss town of St. Moritz and waits for you. After a lunch (option) and sightseeing of this beautiful mountain town you will be ready to go back to Lake Como.

The Bernina Express day tour from Lake Como is a unique experience that allows you to discover the Swiss Alps in one day.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

The experience:

Saint Moritz & Bernina Express day tour from Lake Como or Milan:

  • Pick up transfer from your Lake Como Hotel or your Lake Como Villa to Tirano train station (about 1 hour and 45 minutes driving). English language.
  • We book in advance your Bernina Express tickets, first class panoramic train (with glass roof) is highly recommended.
  • English speaking driver at disposal all day.
  • We can book and suggest restaurant and activities to do in Saint Moritz.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

FOXTOWN FACTORY STORES

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LUXURY SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

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SERRAVALLE DESIGNER OUTLET

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WINE EXPERIENCE

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LAKE COMO EXPERIENCES

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Como Lake Drive is a company specialized in rental with driver and offers services in Como, in Italy and abroad.

Lake Como, St Moritz and the Bernina Express

8 days from only €1,948pp

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lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Experience more with so much included

  • Full day visit to St Moritz including a journey on the Bernina Express, one of the world’s most spectacular alpine railway journeys
  • Full day visit to Stresa on Lake Maggiore, including a tour of the beautiful Isola Bella
  • Explore medieval Bergamo, a hidden gem, on a guided tour
  • Lake cruise to stunning Bellagio with a private visit to the enchanting Villa del Balbianello and its inspirational gardens
  • Visit to the Swiss lakeside town of Lugano
  • Seven nights in a choice of conveniently located four star accommodation including all local taxes, with breakfast and dinner
  • Stays at Grand Hotel Menaggio will be on a bed & breakfast basis

Alpine beauty

Italy presents a great diversity of people; food and wines; iconic architecture; footprints of ancient and medieval civilisations and a huge variety of scenery ranging from almost desert to lofty mountains. There is no one thing or region that defines Italy but in the north, its lakes reflect the magnificent Alps, so high they appear to puncture the sky!

On this wonderfully varied tour we explore Lake Como, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, plus some stunning icons of northern Italy and Switzerland. Described by Wordsworth as ‘a treasure the earth keeps to itself’, visitors have been attracted to the lake for centuries in search of relaxation, culture and inspiration. Both Verdi and Rossini worked in lakeside villas here, together with countless poets. Its atmosphere is one of an eerie, near-silence, broken only by the rhythmic lapping of gentle waves on the lake shore whilst above, birds of prey soar on the numerous thermals generated by the gentle mountain breezes. The scenery is just awesome with the mirror-like, deep blue waters reflecting the surrounding hills and snow-capped peaks dotted with tall, typically Italian, ochre and magenta coloured buildings and opulent villas lining the lakeside itself. Majestic mountains rise almost vertically towards the deep blue sky with the lower slopes covered in lush vegetation, adding an invigorating aromatic backdrop to a most harmonious scene.

A fantastic journey

For a contrast we visit nearby Lake Maggiore too, almost Mediterranean in character and lined by verbena, palm and orange trees, and a string of 19th century picturesque towns creating a true ‘belle époque’ atmosphere. Then just to the north is of course Switzerland with the most dramatic alpine scenery on the planet, and at its heart, chic St Moritz. We explore this too, also taking a trip on the nearby iconic Bernina Express, one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys through the gorgeous Poschiavo Valley.

In designing this Italian lakes holiday we really feel we have selected the very best of this wonderful area for you to savour at your leisure.

Your Itinerary

  • DAY 1 ARRIVAL AT LAKE COMO
  • DAY 2 LAKE COMO & BELLAGIO
  • DAY 3 THE BERNINA EXPRESS
  • DAY 4 LAKE MAGGIORE & STRESA
  • DAY 5 FREE DAY
  • DAY 6 LUGANO
  • DAY 7 FREE DAY
  • DAY 8 RETURN HOME

ARRIVAL AT LAKE COMO

After your flight, you'll be met and taken to your choice of hotel. The rest of the day will be spent at leisure, allowing you time to settle into the hotel and start exploring if you wish.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

LAKE COMO & BELLAGIO

Lake Como, one of the deepest in Europe, has been beloved of romantics since the famous Roman chronicler Pliny wrote of its luxuriant beauty and it has inspired some of the best works by greats such as Verdi and Rossini. A favourite of Shelley and Wordsworth, the delights of Lake Como are many and varied and this morning you can enjoy one of its many highlights, a private boat and tour of the beautiful, 18th century Villa del Balbianello, one of the finest villas surrounding the lake. Originally built for a cardinal, it features a renowned collection of art and historic furniture, ironically much of it English, including an oak bureau from Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory. The gardens are equally stunning, being a series of manicured terraces full of fragrant roses and colourful borders, dominated by a classic three arched ‘loggia’, and all creatively planted using the rugged topography to great effect.

The boat then takes us to the elegant and exclusive resort of Bellagio which, with its idyllic location on a promontory on the lake, is often described as the most beautiful town in Italy, and when you see it you will almost certainly agree! Once the haunt of European monarchs, today the attractive, pastel-coloured buildings, faded by decades of sunshine, line the lake shore and narrow cobbled streets and lanes climb their way to the hilly centre. Awash with colourful flowers Bellagio cannot be bettered for a long lazy lunch in one of the many lakeside restaurants, followed by a stroll perhaps amongst the many typically formal Italian gardens so beloved of romantics over the centuries, sprinkled as they are with fine, 18th century sculpture. Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace before returning to your resort by boat when you wish.

(Subject to available boat timetable)

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

THE BERNINA EXPRESS

Today, we enjoy a contrasting day of spectacular scenery and extraordinary Swiss engineering. Firstly we ascend up the Valtellina, a classic alpine valley with soaring peaks rising steeply on both sides to Tirano, where we board the famous Bernina Express. One of the slowest ‘express’ trains in the world, this remarkable Swiss train twists upwards in an amazing sequence of spirals, loops and tunnels to the summit at Ospizio Bernina, the highest through station in Europe. Here, you are surrounded by stunning vistas over snow-clad peaks and ice-cold glacial lakes which strikingly mark the watershed between Mediterranean and Black Sea river systems. We descend sinuously through pretty pastures and dense pine forests to the ostentatiously chic resort of St Moritz, home of the infamous Cresta Run toboggan track, where there’s time for a spot of window shopping or perhaps afternoon tea and cake. Listen carefully and you may notice a rather unusual tongue: here, in this tiny corner of Switzerland, the locals speak Romansch, an ancient and little known Latin language. We return through yet more spectacular scenery to Lake Como for dinner.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

LAKE MAGGIORE & STRESA

Today we visit nearby Lake Maggiore and its most attractive lakeside town, Stresa, which owes its origin to the days of the ‘Grand Tour’ when Europe’s 19th century aristocracy, having crossed the border from Switzerland, experienced their first taste of Italy!

Unmistakably Mediterranean in character, its shores, lined with oleanders and palms, backed by classic belle époque hotels create an ambience of classic gentility. Take a stroll along its impressive palm-lined promenade and enjoy the fine views across the shimmering lake to the Borromean Islands just offshore.

You can also take the short boat trip to Isola Bella, an island transformed by a 17th century count, from a barren rock into an amazing, terraced garden. This stunning display has long been visited by the famous, amongst them Queen Caroline of England, wife of George IV, plus Napoleon and Josephine.

For the literary enthusiasts, you can relax at the bar of the Grand Hotel, featured in Hemingway’s ‘A Farewell to Arms’ and also frequented by the likes of George Bernard Shaw and Charlie Chaplin.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Baroque Palazzo on Isola Bella – its resplendent rooms feature refined furniture, sculptures and paintings while outside exquisite terraces are planted with citrus trees and magnolias.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Today you are free to explore as you wish. Enjoy a delicious Italian coffee in one of the pleasant cafés. Alternatively you may decide to take the boat to the lakeside town of Como or visit the gardens of Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo.

This morning we travel to Lugano, capital of the Italian speaking canton of Ticino which was seized by the Swiss in 1512 and has steadfastly refused any opportunity to revert to Italy ever since! It is absolutely fascinating, an eclectic mix of traditional Swiss values and the more laid-back Latin influences from across the border. The trains run on time and shops are just as chic, but there’s a distinctive Mediterranean feel unlike anything you’ll experience elsewhere in Switzerland. Tiny alleyways lead to unmistakably Italian piazzas, where you can relax over a typically Italian lunch, but like everywhere else in Switzerland, the traffic laws are obeyed without question - it really is a quirky blend! The town is a delight to explore being centred round the café-lined main square, ideal to people-watch whilst enjoying a superb coffee. Alternatively, you can explore the myriad of twisting lanes of the old town or the dense network of shops with their displays probably unmatched anywhere in the world. Lugano is a lovely place to idly wander, before we enjoy yet more outstanding scenery on our return journey to our hotel for dinner.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

Today you’re free to explore Lake Como at leisure. Perhaps enjoy a boat trip to one of the picturesque villages dotted around the lake, or simply relax at the hotel and enjoy the stunning scenery.

lake como st moritz & the bernina express tour

RETURN HOME

We return to the airport at the appropriate time for our flight home after a memorable and varied tour.

The price of this holiday is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room. Single and lake view rooms are subject to availability at the relevant supplement. The price includes:

  • Return flights
  • Seven nights’ accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • All local taxes and transfers
  • All tours as mentioned
  • Entrance to Villa del Balbianello
  • The services of a Riviera Travel tour manager
  • Stays at the Grand Hotel Menaggio will be on a bed & breakfast basis

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  • Currency: Euro, Swiss Franc
  • Flight time: Approx. 1 hr 55 mins to 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Language: Italian, Swiss
  • Time zone: GMT+1
  • Country: Italy, Switzerland 

Visa Information

Irish Citizens do not require a visa to enter Portugal or Spain however must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa information visit  www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/

We are unable to accept responsibility if you are unable to travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements.

Hotel Information

  • The use of air-conditioning in hotels in Italy is at the hotel’s discretion and is normally restricted to the summer months (mid-May to mid-September), depending on the temperature.
  • Whilst we do our best to ensure an exceptional experience, the views from the lake facing rooms may at times be partially obstructed.

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns.

Transfer Times

All transfer times listed here are approximate, and dependant on the number of hotel stops and traffic. If you have a question regarding transfer times please don't hesitate to contact us . 

Exterior of the Hotel Bazzoni - Tremezzo, Lake Como

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Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express

Italy presents a great diversity of people; of food and wines; iconic architecture; footprints of ancient and medieval civilisations and a huge variety of scenery ranging from almost desert to lofty mountains. There is no one thing or region that defines Italy but in the north, its lakes reflect the magnificent Alps, so high they appear to puncture the sky!

8 nights from £799pp

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Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express

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On this wonderfully varied tour we explore Lake Como, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, plus some stunning icons of northern Italy and Switzerland.

Described by Wordsworth as ‘a treasure the earth keeps to itself’, visitors have been attracted to the lake for centuries in search of relaxation, culture and inspiration. Both Verdi and Rossini worked in lakeside villas here, together with countless poets. Its atmosphere is one of an eerie, near-silence, broken only by the rhythmic lapping of gentle waves on the lake shore whilst above, birds of prey soar on the numerous thermals generated by the gentle mountain breezes.

The scenery is just awesome with the mirror-like, deep blue waters reflecting the surrounding hills and snow-capped peaks dotted with tall, typically Italian, ochre and magenta coloured buildings and opulent villas lining the lakeside itself. Majestic mountains rise almost vertically towards the deep blue sky with the lower slopes covered in lush vegetation, adding an invigorating aromatic backdrop to a most harmonious scene.

For a contrast we visit nearby Lake Maggiore too, almost Mediterranean in character and lined by verbena, palm and orange trees, and a string of 19th century picturesque towns creating a true ‘belle époque’ atmosphere. Then just to the north is of course Switzerland with the most dramatic alpine scenery on the planet, and at its heart, chic St Moritz. We explore this too, also taking a trip on the nearby iconic Bernina Express, one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys through the gorgeous Poschiavo Valley.

Next it’s Bergamo, a classic hilltop city so reminiscent of this part of Europe, it has one of the most charming hearts of any medieval city in northern Italy and dominates the Lombardian plain below. Surrounded by huge ramparts and within, its wealth of renaissance buildings and centuries old squares, lined by traditional cafes and restaurants selling fantastic Italian food, it’s a delight to explore.

Art lovers will really appreciate the Galleria dell ’Accademia, a major art gallery with superb works by Titian, Raphael, Canaletto and many more. One of the most charming attributes of this lovely atmospheric city is that it really is an undiscovered gem, being almost totally devoid of tourists. In designing this tour we really feel we have selected the very best of this wonderful area for you to savour at your leisure.

Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express Itinerary

You should arrive at the airport to take your flight to Milan from where you will be taken to your choice of four-star hotel. The rest of the day will be spent at leisure, allowing you time to settle into the hotel and start exploring if you wish.

Lake Como, one of the deepest in Europe, has been beloved of romantics since the famous Roman chronicler Pliny wrote of its luxuriant beauty and it has inspired some of the best works by greats such as Verdi and Rossini. A favourite of Shelley and Wordsworth, the delights of Lake Como are many and varied and this morning you can enjoy one of its many highlights, a private boat and tour of the beautiful, 18th century Villa del Balbianello, one of the finest villas surrounding the lake. Originally built for a cardinal, it features a renowned collection of art and historic furniture, ironically much of it English, including an oak bureau from Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory. The gardens are equally stunning, being a series of manicured terraces full of fragrant roses and colourful borders, dominated by a classic three arched ‘loggia’, and all creatively planted using the rugged topography to great effect. The boat then takes us to the elegant and exclusive resort of Bellagio which, with its idyllic location on a promontory on the lake, is often described as the most beautiful town in Italy, and when you see it you will almost certainly agree! Once the haunt of European monarchs, today the attractive, pastel-coloured buildings, faded by decades of sunshine, line the lake shore and narrow cobbled streets and lanes climb their way to the hilly centre. Awash with colourful flowers Bellagio cannot be bettered for a long lazy lunch in one of the many lakeside restaurants, followed by a stroll perhaps amongst the many typically formal Italian gardens so beloved of romantics over the centuries, sprinkled as they are with fine, 18th century sculpture. Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace before returning to your resort by boat when you wish. (Subject to available boat timetable)

Today, we enjoy a contrasting day of spectacular scenery and extraordinary Swiss engineering. Firstly we ascend up the Valtellina, a classic alpine valley with soaring peaks rising steeply on both sides to Tirano, where we board the famous Bernina Express. One of the slowest ‘express’ trains in the world, this remarkable Swiss train twists upwards in an amazing sequence of spirals, loops and tunnels to the summit at Ospizio Bernina, the highest through station in Europe. Here, you are surrounded by stunning vistas over snow-clad peaks and ice-cold glacial lakes which strikingly mark the watershed between Mediterranean and Black Sea river systems. We descend sinuously through pretty pastures and dense pine forests to the ostentatiously chic resort of St Moritz, home of the infamous Cresta Run toboggan track, where there’s time for a spot of window shopping or perhaps afternoon tea and cake. Listen carefully and you may notice a rather unusual tongue: here, in this tiny corner of Switzerland, the locals speak Romansch, an ancient and little known Latin language. We return through yet more spectacular scenery to Lake Como for dinner.

Today we visit nearby Lake Maggiore and its most attractive lakeside town, Stresa, which owes its origin to the days of the ‘Grand Tour’ when Europe’s 19th century aristocracy, having crossed the border from Switzerland, experienced their first taste of Italy! Unmistakably Mediterranean in character, its shores, lined with oleanders and palms, backed by classic belle époque hotels create an ambience of classic gentility. Take a stroll along its impressive palm-lined promenade and enjoy the fine views across the shimmering lake to the Borromean Islands just offshore. You can also take the short boat trip to Isola Bella, an island transformed by a 17th century count, from a barren rock into an amazing terraced garden. This stunning display has long been visited by the famous, amongst them Queen Caroline of England, wife of George IV, plus Napoleon and Josephine. For the literary enthusiasts, you can relax at the bar of the Grand Hotel, featured in Hemingway’s ‘A Farewell to Arms’ and also frequented by the likes of George Bernard Shaw and Charlie Chaplin. But to see everything at once you could experience the cable car to the summit of Monte Mottarone for panoramic views to the soaring snow-capped Alps before returning to our hotel for dinner.

Today you are free to explore as you wish. Enjoy a delicious Italian coffee in one of the pleasant cafés. Alternatively you may decide to take the boat to the lakeside town of Como or visit the gardens of Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo.

This morning we travel to Lugano, capital of the Italian speaking canton of Ticino which was seized by the Swiss in 1512 and has steadfastly refused any opportunity to revert to Italy ever since! It is absolutely fascinating, an eclectic mix of traditional Swiss values and the more laid-back Latin influences from across the border. The trains run on time and shops are just as chic, but there’s a distinctive Mediterranean feel unlike anything you’ll experience elsewhere in Switzerland. Tiny alleyways lead to unmistakably Italian piazzas, where you can relax over a typically Italian lunch, but like everywhere else in Switzerland, the traffic laws are obeyed without question - it really is a quirky blend! The town is a delight to explore being centred round the café-lined main square, ideal to people-watch whilst enjoying a superb coffee. Alternatively, you can explore the myriad of twisting lanes of the old town or the dense network of shops with their displays probably unmatched anywhere in the world. Lugano is a lovely place to idly wander, before we enjoy yet more outstanding scenery on our return journey to our hotel for dinner.

After breakfast we visit the historic town of Bergamo, said by many to be the most beautiful town in all of northern Italy! We agree – it’s enchanting. The old town, strikingly crowning a hill, was ruled for centuries by Venice, one of the world’s great Renaissance powers, when much of the graceful city we admire today was built. Centred round the Piazza Vecchia, its harmonious main square is a wonderful collection of medieval and Renaissance buildings being acclaimed as some of the finest in Italy, ranging from a palace to wrought-iron balconied grand houses. From the top of the 12th century tower, you can enjoy splendid views over the jumble of ancient roofs to the lush plain below, and the myriad of lanes and alleys reveal fascinating cameos at every turn. The cobbled streets are lined by a wealth of thriving traditional shops, plus bakers and butchers displaying, as the Italians do so well, a mouth-watering range of cakes, salamis, hams and a host of other delicacies - ideal ‘goodies’ for friends at home. Browse around the antique shops, ascend the city walls and just absorb the atmosphere of yesteryear. This morning you will enjoy a guided tour of the old town followed by some free time to explore as you wish. For art lovers, a short distance from the old town, you may wish to visit the highly acclaimed Galleria dell ‘Accademia, displaying masterpieces by Canaletto, Holbien, Velázquez and Botticelli. All in all, Bergamo is a superb spot just to watch the Italians going about their daily business: friends exchanging a few words in the street, food shopping for another mouth-watering meal or trying in vain to calm over-exuberant children. This is real Italy and you will love it!

We return to the airport at the appropriate time for our flight home after a memorable and varied tour.

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Request brochure - lake como, st. moritz & the bernina express, lake como, st moritz and the bernina express, 8 days - classic escorted tours, holiday highlights.

  • Full day visit to St Moritz including a journey on the Bernina Express, one of the world’s most spectacular alpine railway journeys
  • Full day visit to Stresa on Lake Maggiore, including a tour of the beautiful Isola Bella
  • Explore medieval Bergamo, a hidden gem, on a guided tour
  • Lake cruise to stunning Bellagio with a private visit to the enchanting Villa del Balbianello and its inspirational gardens
  • Visit to the Swiss lakeside town of Lugano
  • Seven nights in a choice of conveniently located four star accommodation including all local taxes, with breakfast and dinner
  • The Signature Tour option includes all of the above as well as:
  • Against a stunning backdrop if iconic Lake Como, sip a refreshing local aperitif in the charming ambience of Villa Carlotta and drink in the inspirational views
  • Stroll amongst the sensational colours and scents of historic Villa Carlotta’s beautiful gardens, with included entrance to view its magnificent private art collection
  • From the exceptional comfort of your upgraded first-class seat, marvel at the jaw-dropping vistas as you ride the breathtaking Bernina Express

What's Included

  • The price of this holiday is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room. Single and lake view rooms are subject to availability at the relevant supplement. The price includes:
  • Return flights
  • Seven nights’ accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • All local taxes and transfers
  • All tours as mentioned
  • Entrance to Villa del Balbianello
  • The services of a Riviera Travel tour manager
  • Stays at the Grand Hotel Menaggio will be on a bed & breakfast basis

On your arrival to Milan Linate, Malpensa or Bergom, from, you will be taken to your choice of hotel. The rest of the day will be spent at leisure, allowing you time to settle into the hotel and start exploring if you wish.

Lake Como, one of the deepest in Europe, has been beloved of romantics since the famous Roman chronicler Pliny wrote of its luxuriant beauty and it has inspired some of the best works by greats such as Verdi and Rossini. A favourite of Shelley and Wordsworth, the delights of Lake Como are many and varied and this morning you can enjoy one of its many highlights, a private boat and tour of the beautiful, 18th century Villa del Balbianello, one of the finest villas surrounding the lake. Originally built for a cardinal, it features a renowned collection of art and historic furniture, ironically much of it English, including an oak bureau from Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory. The gardens are equally stunning, being a series of manicured terraces full of fragrant roses and colourful borders, dominated by a classic three arched ‘loggia’, and all creatively planted using the rugged topography to great effect. The boat then takes us to the elegant and exclusive resort of Bellagio which, with its idyllic location on a promontory on the lake, is often described as the most beautiful town in Italy, and when you see it you will almost certainly agree! Once the haunt of European monarchs, today the attractive, pastel-coloured buildings, faded by decades of sunshine, line the lake shore and narrow cobbled streets and lanes climb their way to the hilly centre. Awash with colourful flowers Bellagio cannot be bettered for a long lazy lunch in one of the many lakeside restaurants, followed by a stroll perhaps amongst the many typically formal Italian gardens so beloved of romantics over the centuries, sprinkled as they are with fine, 18th century sculpture. Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace before returning to your resort by boat when you wish. (Subject to available boat timetable)

Today, we enjoy a contrasting day of spectacular scenery and extraordinary Swiss engineering. Firstly we ascend up the Valtellina, a classic alpine valley with soaring peaks rising steeply on both sides to Tirano, where we board the famous Bernina Express. One of the slowest ‘express’ trains in the world, this remarkable Swiss train twists upwards in an amazing sequence of spirals, loops and tunnels to the summit at Ospizio Bernina, the highest through station in Europe. Here, you are surrounded by stunning vistas over snow-clad peaks and ice-cold glacial lakes which strikingly mark the watershed between Mediterranean and Black Sea river systems. We descend sinuously through pretty pastures and dense pine forests to the ostentatiously chic resort of St Moritz, home of the infamous Cresta Run toboggan track, where there’s time for a spot of window shopping or perhaps afternoon tea and cake. Listen carefully and you may notice a rather unusual tongue: here, in this tiny corner of Switzerland, the locals speak Romansch, an ancient and little known Latin language. We return through yet more spectacular scenery to Lake Como for dinner. Signature Experience: From Tirano settle into your upgraded first-class seat in a spacious carriage, sit back and soak up the dazzling mountain views as you ride the legendary Bernina Express in style and comfort. This world-famous journey will be something special as you recline in luxury in extra spacious leather seats to stretch out and relax whilst admiring the stunning landscapes through the train’s panoramic windows – and free WiFi so you can share the views with your loved ones back home.

Today we visit nearby Lake Maggiore and its most attractive lakeside town, Stresa, which owes its origin to the days of the ‘Grand Tour’ when Europe’s 19th century aristocracy, having crossed the border from Switzerland, experienced their first taste of Italy! Unmistakably Mediterranean in character, its shores, lined with oleanders and palms, backed by classic belle époque hotels create an ambience of classic gentility. Here, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of Isola Bella, one of the real gems of northern Italy, once owned by a Milanese Count who, in the 17th century, created the most amazing ‘belle époque’ villa. With its staterooms crammed with fine furniture, sculpture and art with intricate parquet flooring and elegant pastel-coloured plasterwork and frescoes adorning the high ceilings, it’s simply stunning. Even more impressive though, are the astonishing grounds, featuring ten interlocking terraces imaginatively planted with orange and lemon trees, plus magnolias and a host of other fragrant and colourful shrubs and plants. Marble statues and unique, white peacocks add the final touches to this dramatic display. Previous distinguished visitors include Queen Caroline of England, wife of George IV, plus Napoleon and Josephine. In complete contrast, the narrow-cobbled streets, picturesque harbour and charming buildings of the fascinating Isola dei Pescatori, the second island we visit, reflect its 10th century origins and centuries old fishing tradition after which it is named. 2024 departures only: Enjoy a guided tour of the Baroque Palazzo on Isola Bella – its resplendent rooms feature refined furniture, sculptures and paintings while outside exquisite terraces are planted with citrus trees and magnolias.

Today you are free to explore as you wish. Enjoy a delicious Italian coffee in one of the pleasant cafés. Alternatively you may decide to take the boat to the lakeside town of Como or visit the gardens of Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo. Signature Experience: Discover a true Italian treasure with an included visit to the 17th-century Villa Carlotta with its majestic views over the lake. From world-famous azaleas, heavenly camellias and exotic orchids, wander its magnificent gardens, immersing yourself in the glorious displays of a spectrum of colourful and fragrant plants from around the world. Step back in time as you explore the villa’s impressive interior with an included entrance to view its superb artworks, sculpture and antique furniture collected over three centuries.  Signature Experience: As you soak up the spectacular views - forested hillsides sweeping down to clusters of terracotta roofs elegantly nestled at the lake shore and snow-capped peaks reflected in the sparkling lake, savour an inspirational view unchanged in centuries, over a refreshing local aperitivo and nibbles at Villa Carlotta's panoramic terrace.

This morning we travel to Lugano, capital of the Italian speaking canton of Ticino which was seized by the Swiss in 1512 and has steadfastly refused any opportunity to revert to Italy ever since! It is absolutely fascinating, an eclectic mix of traditional Swiss values and the more laid-back Latin influences from across the border. The trains run on time and shops are just as chic, but there’s a distinctive Mediterranean feel unlike anything you’ll experience elsewhere in Switzerland. Tiny alleyways lead to unmistakably Italian piazzas, where you can relax over a typically Italian lunch, but like everywhere else in Switzerland, the traffic laws are obeyed without question - it really is a quirky blend! The town is a delight to explore being centred round the café-lined main square, ideal to people-watch whilst enjoying a superb coffee. Alternatively, you can explore the myriad of twisting lanes of the old town or the dense network of shops with their displays probably unmatched anywhere in the world. Lugano is a lovely place to idly wander, before we enjoy yet more outstanding scenery on our return journey to our hotel for dinner.

Today you’re free to explore Lake Como at leisure. Perhaps enjoy a boat trip to one of the picturesque villages dotted around the lake, or simply relax at the hotel and enjoy the stunning scenery.

We return to the airport at the appropriate time for our flight home after a memorable and varied tour.

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Bernina Express tour will bring you from the mediterranean atmosphere of Lake Como to the glaciers of Swiss alps and the famous St Moritz. Your private driver will pick you up from your hotel or private Villa and will comfortably drive you to Tirano, a UNESCO site in northern Valtellina, where your train ride with the Bernina Express will start. You will pass through the sunny and green Valposchiavo and slowly you will reach the Bernina hospice, at an altitude of 2253 above see level, from where you can admire the glaciers of the Piz Palu and of Morteratsch. Following you will reach St Moritz , world wide famous sky resort and terminal of your train ride, where your driver will be waiting for you.

The way back to lake Como will pass via Maloja pass and the picturesque Val Chiavenna, in this way the tour will design a complete circle around the Retic side of the alps

A rustic mountain lunch can be organized as well as a wine tasting on the way back to Lake Como

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Bernina Express tour – at a glance

  • Duration: about 10 hours
  • Private English speaking driver at disposal during whole tour
  • Bernina express ticket included
  • Meals not included

Price per person 

  • 2 persons Euro 900,00 each
  • 3 persons Euro 635,00 each
  • 4 persons Euro 550,00 each
  • 5 persons Euro 460,00 each
  • 6 persons Euro 400,00 each

Prices are only indicative! Exact cost must be calculated according to departure day and train ticket cost, which varies according to train occupancy and tour date

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Grand Tour To Discover Lake Como, St Moritz And The Bernina Train In One Day!

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A great tour departing from Milan that in one day will take you to discover 3 enchanting places that you must visit at least once in your life: Lake Como, St Moritz, and the scenic route of the red train of the Bernina Express.

You will leave directly from the heart of Milan , the wonderful Piazza Duomo, with its majestic Gothic-style Cathedral.

Sitting on a comfortable and modern bus you can admire from the window how the landscape around you changes slowly: you will leave the city to immerse yourself in a real paradise on earth where nature reigns supreme.

Once you arrive in Varenna , you will board a private boat for a romantic and relaxing cruise on the lake , pampered by the splendid panoramic views that surround you: the blue of the sky and the waters, the green of nature, the enchanting villas that dot the coast and the promontory of Bellagio .

After this beautiful experience, you will get back on the bus to leave for St Moritz , a luxury resort that you will visit in the company of your guide: admire the center of this delightful town overlooking the lake of the same name.

From here you will take the legendary Bernina red train , which will offer you unforgettable panoramic views of the majestic Swiss Alps : you will cross green valleys , lakes of a thousand colors , flocks and small villages nestled in the mountains . It is a real sensory experience that you will remember for a long time!

Like all dreams , this too will have an end, exactly in Tirano, in Italian territory, where you will find the outward bus that will bring you back in comfort to Milan.

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Meeting point

PIAZZA DUOMO, MILAN

Passaggio Duomo, 2 - near the taxi stand

Departure time

A day away from the bustle of the city

A fantastic private cruise along Lake Como that you won't easily forget

Get aboard the legendary Bernina Express train and cross green valleys, lakes of a thousand colors and small villages nestled in the mountains

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Comfortable shoes are recommended

A valid passport is required to join the tour

  • Roundtrip transportation by fully fitted GT coach

Expert multilingual escort

1-hour private panoramic cruise through Lake Como

Guided walking tour of St Moritz

Bernina Express train ticket (St Moritz - Tirano, 2nd class)

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