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Lake Como and the Bernina Express

Zurich to Lake Como by rail via the Bernina Express

Illustration of Lake Como and the Bernina Express

Railbookers runs this 5-day rail journey from Zurich to Lake Como, built around a single day of travel on the legendary Bernina Express. The trip opens with one night in Zurich, with time to explore the Altstadt Old Town and try fondue or raclette before dinner. Day 2 is the centerpiece: a scenic train from Zurich to Chur, then the Bernina Express to Tirano in Italy, continuing on to Milan and Lake Como for a three-night stay. The included two-hour boat tour of Lake Como takes in lakeside villages and villas, and a funicular ride up to Brunate offers panoramic views on the final full day. With only two overnight stops and no guided walking tours beyond the boat cruise, the pace is relaxed and the days are largely left open. This suits independent-minded travelers and couples who want one standout scenic train ride without a packed schedule.

What to know before you look closer

  • All hotels are drawn from 12 accommodation options across Zurich and Como; the final hotel depends on the tier and city you select.
  • The operator does not list current departure dates for this package; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Zurich

    Zurich

    Welcome to the cultural hub of Zurich! Check into your hotel for an overnight stay. Visit the district of Altstadt or Old Town, dine at a world-class restaurant, try some fondue or raclette, shop, relax in a charming cafe.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Como

    Bernina Express and Lake Como

    After breakfast, a picturesque train ride from Zurich to Chur, where you'll board the legendary Bernina Express to Tirano, Italy. At Tirano, take a regional train to Milan and then Lake Como.

  3. Day 3overnight: Como

    Lake Como

    Experience the beauty of Lake Como from the water with an included two-hour boat tour, past charming lakeside villages, elegant villas, and George Clooney's famed lakeside home.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Como

    Lake Como

    Continue to discover Como. Take the funicular railway up to Brunate for panoramic views, or sit at a lakeside bar and take in the scenery.

  5. Day 5

    End Of Tour

    After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A scenic train from Zurich to Chur, then the legendary Bernina Express to Tirano, Italy, continuing via Milan to Lake Como.
  • Day 3An included two-hour boat tour of Lake Como, passing lakeside villages, elegant villas, and George Clooney's famed lakeside home.
  • Day 4The funicular railway up to Brunate for panoramic views over Lake Como, or time at a lakeside bar.

Included

  • Standard class rail travel and reservations where required
  • 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zurich
  • 3 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast in Como
  • Small group boat tour of Lake Como

Questions travellers ask

Is all the train travel included?
Yes. Standard-class rail travel and reservations where required are included for the full route from Zurich to Chur, the Bernina Express to Tirano, and onward via Milan to Lake Como.
Which trains are used?
The Bernina Express, Swiss Railways for the Zurich to Chur leg, and Trenitalia for the regional connection from Tirano through Milan to Lake Como.
Is this tour guided or independent?
It is an independent, self-guided journey aside from the included small-group boat tour of Lake Como.
What hotels are used?
Hotels are chosen from 12 accommodation options in Zurich and Como; sample properties include Baur Au Lac and Park Hyatt Zurich, and the Palace Hotel in Como.
When does this tour run?
The operator does not publish current departure dates in the available materials; confirm dates directly with Railbookers before booking.

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