Swiss Alps & Bernina Train Journey - 6 Days
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Age range
0 - 100Start / End
- Milan
- Milan
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Self GuidedMeals included
0Highlights
- Milan – Explore Milan’s elegant streets and discover the vibrant atmosphere of Italy’s fashion and cultural capital.
- St. Moritz – Discover the glamorous alpine resort before boarding the Bernina Red Train for a spectacular journey through the Swiss Alps.
- Lake Como – Cruise across Lake Como, admiring grand villas, lush gardens and breathtaking alpine scenery before exploring charming lakeside towns.
- Verona – Discover Verona’s historic centre, from the legendary Juliet’s Balcony to the magnificent Roman Arena.
- Sirmione – Wander through the historic fortified village of Sirmione, dramatically set on a peninsula stretching into Lake Garda.
- Venice – Cruise across the Venetian Lagoon and explore the city’s timeless landmarks, including St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace.
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Summary
Embark on this 6-day tour of Italy and Switzerland, starting in Milan before travelling through the Swiss Alps aboard the Bernina Red Train to the elegant resort of St. Moritz. Cruise across Lake Como, taking in grand villas and mountain scenery, with time to explore Bellagio and Como. Discover Verona’s historic centre and Roman Arena before visiting the lakeside village of Sirmione, then explore Venice’s iconic St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and winding canals before ending back in Milan.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Milan
Once you have arrived in Milan, make your way to your accommodation. After settling into your room, you will have the rest of the day at your leisure; you can choose to start exploring the city, grab a meal, or relax.
Please note: you will need to make your way to the meeting point for the days with guided sightseeing.
Day 2
Bernina Express to the Swiss Alps & St. Moritz
Milan (Italy) – St. Moritz (Switzerland) – Tirano (Italy) – Milan. Today, we will be picked up in Milan by air-conditioned coach and set out aboard the Bernina Red Train, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, journeying through the Swiss Alps, showcasing the alpine forests as we climb to St. Moritz. In St. Moritz, you can admire the surrounding Alpine scenery, enjoy renowned Swiss hot chocolate, stroll around the lake or browse the town's luxury boutiques.
Next, you depart from St. Moritz by train, travelling through the Engadin Valley and past dramatic gorges, glaciers, soaring bridges and looping tunnels, with our guide offering insight into the history of this captivating region along the way. The route climbs to the Bernina Pass at 2,253 m before descending into Italy and crossing the famous helical stone viaduct at Brusio, where your train journey ends in Tirano. From here, we will head back to Milan by coach.
Day 3
Lake Como cruise & Bellagio
Milan – Lake Como – Bellagio – Como – Milan. After breakfast, we leave Milan and head to Lake Como, surrounded by Alpine scenery and picturesque lakeside villages. We begin in Tremezzina, where you can enjoy views of the lake, elegant villas and the surrounding mountains.
We take a one-hour boat ride across Lake Como, enjoying views of grand villas, luxury hotels and landmarks such as Villa Balbianello and Villa Carlotta. We then stop in Bellagio, where you have free time to explore the cobbled streets, browse the shops or enjoy a coffee or gelato at one of the local cafés.
We continue by boat to Cadenabbia before arriving in Como. Here, you have free time to explore the historic centre, browse the local boutiques and enjoy the atmosphere before we return to Milan.
Day 4
Exploring Verona & Sirmione
Milan – Verona – Sirmione – Milan. This morning, we depart from Milan and head to Verona, where we will have a guided tour of the city. We visit Juliet's Balcony, made famous by Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, before continuing through the historic centre to see the impressive 1st-century Roman Arena, renowned for its open-air summer opera performances, Piazza Mercato and other notable landmarks. You will then have free time to grab lunch, explore the city further or relax in one of Verona's charming cafés.
Our journey continues to Sirmione, a historic village on a narrow 4 km peninsula extending into Lake Garda, offering views across both the eastern and western shores. You have time to explore its streets before we return to Milan this evening.
Day 5
Discovering Venice
Milan – Venice – Milan. Today, we leave Milan by coach and travel towards Venice. On arrival, we board a boat and cross the Venetian Lagoon before beginning a guided walking tour of the city. We will see St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and other historic landmarks as we explore Venice with our guide.
Afterwards, you have free time for lunch and to discover the city at your own pace, whether browsing the shops, visiting a museum or wandering its canals and narrow streets. Later, we board the boat and coach for the return journey to Milan.
Day 6
Departure from Milan
After your final breakfast, depending on your departure flight time, you may have some time for last-minute shopping, exploring or relaxing before making your way to the airport for your onward flight. Safe travels!
What's Included
Meals
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Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
Self GuidedWifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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