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Bernina Express Pullman Class St. Moritz - Tirano

Alpine rail journey St. Moritz to Tirano on UNESCO heritage route

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railtour suisse operates this three-day alpine rail journey through Switzerland and Italy on the Bernina Express Pullman Class, departing St. Moritz and ending in Tirano. The centrepiece is a six-hour train journey along the UNESCO World Heritage Rhaetian Railway, crossing high viaducts and passing glacier-fed lakes in a restored 1930s carriage with personalised concierge service and on-board champagne with canapés. Passengers overnight in three-star hotels in both St. Moritz and Tirano, enjoy an optional excursion to the Diavolezza aerial cableway near Piz Bernina, and experience a three-course lunch with wine pairings at a local vineyard. Day 3 includes a self-guided walk through Tirano's historic centre before the return to Chur by regional train. The itinerary suits repeat rail travellers, couples seeking a refined Alpine escape, and food-and-wine enthusiasts drawn to the curated culinary elements and luxury service.

What to know before you look closer

  • Train travel to and from your domicile is included on a Swiss Half Fare Travelcard basis; confirm what this pricing structure means for your departure point.
  • Day 3 return to Chur is by regional trains, and onward travel from Chur is described as 'individual return journey', meaning it is not arranged by the operator.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: St. Moritz

    Arrival in St. Moritz

    Train journey to St. Moritz. Free time at leisure. St. Moritz is a symbol of style, class and elegance, fascinating charm and beautiful nature. Opportunity for an excursion to the Diavolezza. The Diavolezza aerial cableway brings you even closer to Piz Bernina, the highest mountain in the Eastern Alps, and a fascinating glacier world awaits you. Overnight stay in St. Moritz.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Tirano

    Bernina Express Pullman Class (6h)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you will travel on the Bernina Express in Pullman Class along the UNESCO World Heritage route. In the train from St. Moritz to Tirano, drinks and an aperitif with champagne and canapés will be served. Upon arrival in Tirano, transfer to the La Gatta winery, where you will enjoy a three-course lunch with wine pairings and a guided tour of the wine cellar (tour in German, English and Italian). Afterwards transfer back to Tirano. Overnight stay in Tirano.

  3. Day 3

    Tirano and journey home

    Breakfast at the hotel. Explore the centre of Tirano with museums, historic buildings and churches on a stroll. Return to Chur by regional trains. From Chur individual return journey.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Six-hour journey on the Bernina Express Pullman Class through the UNESCO World Heritage Rhaetian Railway, crossing high viaducts and passing glacier views while enjoying champagne and canapés.
  • Day 2Three-course lunch with wine pairings at La Gatta winery in Tirano, including a guided tour of the wine cellar.
  • Day 1Optional excursion to the Diavolezza aerial cableway to view Piz Bernina, the highest mountain in the Eastern Alps.

Included

  • Train journey in 2nd class from/to domicile, Half Fare Travelcard basis
  • Seat reservation in the Bernina Express Pullman Class incl. personal concierge and on-board catering
  • Lunch (3-course menu) with wine pairing at La Gatta vineyard (including transport)
  • Guided tour of the wine cellar (languages: German, English or Italian)
  • Personal souvenir
  • 1 night in St. Moritz, 3*-hotel, standard double room with breakfast
  • 1 night in Tirano, 3*-hotel, standard double room with breakfast

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The package includes your train journey from your domicile to St. Moritz and return (on a Swiss Half Fare Travelcard basis), plus the Bernina Express Pullman Class from St. Moritz to Tirano and regional trains returning to Chur. Return from Chur is arranged individually.
What is Pullman Class?
The Bernina Express Pullman Class travels in a restored carriage from the 1930s. The ticket includes a personal concierge, on-board catering with champagne and canapés, and seat reservation on this exclusive service.
What meals are included?
Hotel breakfasts are included both nights. On Day 2, a three-course lunch with wine pairings is served at La Gatta winery near Tirano. On-board champagne and canapés are provided during the train journey.
What hotels are included?
One night in a three-star hotel in St. Moritz with a standard double room and breakfast, and one night in a three-star hotel in Tirano with a standard double room and breakfast.
Is the tour escorted?
The Bernina Express journey includes a personal concierge. Day 1 in St. Moritz offers free time at leisure and optional excursion to Diavolezza. Day 3 in Tirano is a self-guided stroll through the centre, followed by individual return travel from Chur.
How much walking is involved?
Day 3 includes a stroll through Tirano's centre with museums, historic buildings and churches. The Diavolezza cableway (optional) involves cable car travel rather than walking.

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