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Lake Como and the Swiss Alps

Milan to Zurich by rail via Lake Como, St. Moritz and Grindelwald

Illustration of Lake Como and the Swiss Alps

Railbookers operates this 12-day rail journey from Milan to Zurich, linking Lake Como, St. Moritz and Grindelwald with four named scenic trains. After an overnight in Milan, three nights on Lake Como include an included boat tour past lakeside villas and a funicular ride to Brunate. A day back in Milan brings an open-top bus sightseeing tour before Day 6's journey to St. Moritz: a coach to Tirano, then the red carriages of the Bernina Express along the Bernina Pass. Two nights in St. Moritz precede the Glacier Express to Grindelwald, riding the Albula route and crossing the Landwasser Viaduct. Three nights in the Bernese Alps include a day trip on the Jungfraubahn cog railway to Jungfraujoch, the 'Top of Europe,' before a final train to Zurich via Bern. A 4-day Swiss Flexi Pass covers the Swiss legs. The pace is balanced between multi-night stops and shorter ones, suiting repeat rail travelers and photographers drawn to alpine scenery.

What to know before you look closer

  • Day 6 travels from Milan to Tirano by coach before boarding the Bernina Express to St. Moritz.
  • All hotels are drawn from 25 accommodation options across five cities; 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: Milan

    Milan

    Visit the Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, San Bernadino alle Ossa, or Parco Sempione.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Como

    Milan to Lake Como

    A Trenitalia train directly to Como. Stroll to the stately Villa Carlotta then along the shore for dinner.

  3. Day 3overnight: Como

    Lake Como

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

  4. Day 4railovernight: Como

    Lake Como

    Continue to discover Como. Take the funicular railway up to Brunate for panoramic views.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Milan

    Lake Como to Milan

    Train from Como to Milan. Enjoy your included city sightseeing tour from an open-top panoramic bus, seeing the Duomo di Milano, Sforza Castle, San Siro Stadium, the Roman Amphitheater, Royal Palace.

  6. Day 6railovernight: St. Moritz

    Bernina Express to St. Moritz

    Coach from Milan to Tirano then board the iconic red carriages of the Bernina Express for your scenic journey to St. Moritz along the Bernina Pass.

  7. Day 7overnight: St. Moritz

    St. Moritz

    St. Moritz boasts a shimmering turquoise lake, vast forests and stunning mountains.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Grindelwald

    Glacier Express to Brig, Brig to Grindelwald

    Board the panoramic carriages of the legendary Glacier Express, riding the Albula route and crossing the Landwasser Viaduct, through the Goms and the Rheinschlucht Gorge. From Brig, venture to Spiez, then Interlaken and Grindelwald.

  9. Day 9overnight: Grindelwald

    Grindelwald

    Located in the heart of the Bernese Alps, Grindelwald is a postcard perfect destination. Hiking to Kleine Scheidegg or world-class skiing.

  10. Day 10railovernight: Grindelwald

    Jungfraujoch Day Trip

    Board the Jungfraubahn cog railway to the summit of Jungfraujoch - the Top of Europe! Pass through tunnels on the north face of the Eiger, stops at Eigerwand and Eismeer. Sphinx Terrace, the Alpine Sensation exhibition, Ice palace, and the Aletsch Glacier.

  11. Day 11railovernight: Zurich

    Grindelwald to Zurich

    Train from Grindelwald to Interlaken then Bern. Spend a few hours in Bern exploring the clock tower and Old Town. From Bern, take a direct train to Zurich for a one-night stay.

  12. Day 12

    Your Journey Ends in Zurich

    Check out of your hotel and continue with your onward travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3An included two-hour boat tour of Lake Como, passing lakeside villages, elegant villas, and George Clooney's famed home.
  • Day 6A coach from Milan to Tirano, then the famous red carriages of the Bernina Express along the Bernina Pass to St. Moritz.
  • Day 8The legendary Glacier Express, riding the Albula route and crossing the Landwasser Viaduct through the Goms and Rheinschlucht Gorge to Brig, continuing on to Grindelwald.
  • Day 10The Jungfraubahn cog railway to the summit of Jungfraujoch, the 'Top of Europe,' passing through tunnels on the Eiger's north face to the Sphinx Terrace and the Aletsch Glacier.
  • Day 11A train from Grindelwald via Interlaken and Bern to Zurich, with a stop in Bern to see the clock tower and Old Town.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Milan
  • 3 nights accommodation with breakfast in Como
  • 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in St. Moritz
  • 3 nights accommodation with breakfast in Grindenwald
  • 1 night accommodation with breakfast in Zurich
  • Small group boat tour in Lake Como
  • Sightseeing city tour in Milan
  • 4-day Swiss Flexi Pass
  • Seat reservations onboard the Bernina Express
  • Seat reservations onboard the Glacier Express
  • Day trip to Jungfraujoch

Questions travellers ask

Is all the travel by train?
Mostly. Trains connect Milan, Como, St. Moritz (via the Bernina Express), Grindelwald (via the Glacier Express), and Zurich. The Milan to Tirano leg on Day 6 is by coach before boarding the Bernina Express.
Which named trains are included?
The Bernina Express, the Glacier Express, the Jungfraubahn cog railway to Jungfraujoch, plus Trenitalia and Swiss Railways for regional connections.
What is included besides rail travel?
A 4-day Swiss Flexi Pass, seat reservations on the Bernina and Glacier Express, a small-group boat tour of Lake Como, a sightseeing city tour in Milan, and the Jungfraujoch day trip.
Is this tour guided or independent?
It is independent rail travel with several included small-group tours and day trips, including the Lake Como boat tour and the Jungfraujoch excursion.
How much walking or altitude is involved?
Jungfraujoch reaches high altitude by cog railway rather than on foot. Day 9 in Grindelwald mentions optional hiking to Kleine Scheidegg for those who want it.
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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