Separated by a wealth of stunning scenery, the borderlands between Italy and Switzerland are a joy to explore. This trip ticks off the lakeside town of Tirano, as well as the chic Swiss resort of St Moritz, and a ride on the Bernina railway – Europe's highest alpine train and one of the world's most scenic rail routes.

Flanked by pine-clad slopes, timber-framed farmsteads and grazing cows, we'll first travel to Tirano. After a quick coffee stop and a look around this lakeside town, it's on to Poschiavo where we'll board the Bernina train. Climbing high through the glacial Alps, there's plenty of time to grab some epic Instagram snaps before reaching Diavolezza.

From here, it's just a short bus ride to the famous Swiss ski resort of St Moritz. With around two hours to explore, you can stop to try Swiss cheese and chocolate in a café and enjoy wow-factor views along the Engadine Valley before returning to resort via the spectacular Maloja Pass and Chiavenna.

The time in St Moritz was short. You could either have a nice lunch or head to the shops. It would have been nice to do both. Chiavenna and Tirana were both lovely but particularly in Chiavenna the shops and bars were mostly closed on Monday. The guide, however, Julia, was lovely and very knowledgeable about the area

A first rate trip with an excellent experienced tour guide

Not given enough time at the smaller towns. I would recommend cutting one of them out from the schedule or spending less time in St Moritz.

The guide and driver were fantadtic. Views were spectacular, but would have liked a little longer st first stop and longer in Saint Moritz to go up to the town and look around- you only had time to walk up quickly or relax and enjoy the lake, but not both

We didn’t get to go on this experience as there was confusion over the location of the pick up point. Please be more clear to your customers on how to get to the point. We were waiting most of the morning and trying to contact someone. Very disappointed.

Loved the train trip. Would have rather had a stop nearer the centre of Tirano or a shorter time there as very little to see. More guidance on best bits of St Moritz to visit in the rain - information given was only about where to eat.

Why you’ll love this…

Enjoy scenic views of the Alps aboard the Bernina railway
Visit the famous Swiss ski resort of St Moritz
Discover the spectacular Maloja Pass and Chiavenna

Important to know

This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel within 48-hours, this will be non-refundable
A fixed charge of EUR 15.00 will be taken from any cancellation up to 49-hours before the tour starts
Food and drinks not included
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
English-speaking guide for all nationalities
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
Bring your passport or official EU identification

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Guide
Panoramic bus tour
Guided tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI LAKES & MOUNTAINS

What people say about this experience

4.7/5

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Karen
Travelled with family
10 September 2025
3.8
United States of America
The time in St Moritz was short. You could either have a nice lunch or head to the shops. It would have been nice to do both. Chiavenna and Tirana were both lovely but particularly in Chiavenna the shops and bars were mostly closed on Monday. The guide, however, Julia, was lovely and very knowledgeable about the area
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Philip
Travelled as a couple
20 August 2025
5
United States of America
A first rate trip with an excellent experienced tour guide
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Nick
Travelled as a couple
20 August 2025
4.6
United States of America
Not given enough time at the smaller towns. I would recommend cutting one of them out from the schedule or spending less time in St Moritz.
K
Karen
Travelled as a couple
13 August 2025
4.2
United Kingdom
The guide and driver were fantadtic. Views were spectacular, but would have liked a little longer st first stop and longer in Saint Moritz to go up to the town and look around- you only had time to walk up quickly or relax and enjoy the lake, but not both
M
Martin Longley
Travelled as a couple
23 July 2025
1
United States of America
We didn’t get to go on this experience as there was confusion over the location of the pick up point. Please be more clear to your customers on how to get to the point. We were waiting most of the morning and trying to contact someone. Very disappointed.
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Diane
Travelled as a couple
30 June 2025
4.6
United States of America
Loved the train trip. Would have rather had a stop nearer the centre of Tirano or a shorter time there as very little to see. More guidance on best bits of St Moritz to visit in the rain - information given was only about where to eat.