Milan to Switzerland Day Trip 2026
Visit to St. Moritz and Tirano | Skip-the-line ticket | Organized transportation
About Milan to Switzerland Day Trip
Join us on a full-day trip from Milan to St. Moritz, Switzerland. Enjoy the unique experience of a scenic ride through the Swiss Alps aboard the Bernina Express railway. This UNESCO World Heritage route takes you through stunning glaciers, beautiful mountain lakes, and charming towns with amazing scenery. You'll be accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide who will share insights about each landmark along the route.
Enjoy a comfortable bus ride from Milan to Switzerland, listen to your tour guide, and learn about the landmarks on the way. Pass by:
- Lake Como,
- the charming towns of Bellagio and Varese,
- the Morteratsch Glacier,
- and Lake St. Moritz.
On this day trip to Switzerland from Milan, you’ll be accompanied by an experienced and knowledgeable tour guide. Friendly and fluent in English, they are happy to answer any questions you have!
Explore snowy mountains, clear lakes, and luxury shops in St. Moritz. Then, discover Tirano’s Bernina Express station, historic churches, lively markets, and cozy cafes. A perfect mix of Swiss nature and Italian charm in one day!
If you change your mind and decide to cancel the Milan to Switzerland Day Trip, you can cancel and receive a full refund! Just notify us at least 24 hours in advance.
This means that you can book now and pay later for the Milan to Switzerland Day Trip!
This guided tour from Milan was perfect for me, as I'm an expat who lives in Milan and always wanted to ride the Bernina Railway. Our tour guide Alfredo was very knowledgeable about the landmarks we passed by. I feel like I learned so much about the Swiss Alps - their geography, history, and cultural heritage. It’s easy to forget your worries while gazing at the stunning landscapes through the panoramic windows. I definitely recommend this day trip if you’re in Milan.
I'm a train enthusiast, and I love visiting Europe, which has some of the most wonderful train lines in the world. One of them is the Bernina Railway line, and it's been on my bucket list for a long time. St. Moritz was nice for a stroll and a bit of window shopping, but I was impatient for the Bernina train to begin. People who built the Bernina line through the Swiss Alps truly put in an incredible effort. There are countless viaducts, stone bridges, and tunnels, and the landscapes are stunning. I filmed the entire trip so I can relive the experience anytime.
DESCRIPTION
Milan to Switzerland Day Trip
- Bus transportation from Milan to St. Moritz
- Reserved seats in panoramic carriages (except from October 29 to December 13)
- Tour leader accompanying the trip
- Bus transportation from Tirano back to Milan
- English and Italian
COMFORTABLE BUS RIDE TO SWITZERLAND FROM MILAN
After you reach the meeting point and meet the tour guide and fellow travelers, board the bus for this guided tour from Milan. The seats are comfortable and cozy, just perfect for enjoying stunning landscapes along the way. You will be able to see the majestic Lake Como with numerous villas and luxury mansions dotted on its coast. As you approach the Bernina Pass, you’ll see the peaks of the Swiss Alps and the famous Morteratsch Glacier. Due to climate change, the glacier has retreated nearly 3 kilometers in the last hundred years, but it remains a beautiful sight to behold.
TAKING A STROLL IN ST. MORITZ
On your Milan to Switzerland Day Trip, you’ll arrive in St. Moritz. Enjoy some free time and explore this upscale Swiss ski resort. St. Moritz is known for high-end shopping, gourmet restaurants, and the highest concentration of billionaires in the world. It also has a beautiful lake, and it's surrounded by gorgeous alpine peaks. Take a stroll, enjoy the sights, and sit for a cup of coffee or tea. Don’t worry - there are reasonably priced cafes, and you can always ask your tour guide for recommendations.
BOARD THE BERNINA RAILWAY LINE
Meet with your tour guide at the St. Moritz Railway Station and board the Bernina Railway line. As you take a seat in the train car, you'll notice that every seat offers an amazing view. This is due to the large windows that allow panoramic views of the Swiss Alps. Did you know the Bernina Railway line is a UNESCO World Heritage Site? It is not only one of the most picturesque train lines in existence but also has some incredible engineering features. For example, it has one of the steepest inclines in the world, reaching up to 7%!
ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL TRAIN RIDES!
On this day trip from Milan, you will experience one of the world's most beautiful train rides! Traversing the Swiss Alps, the Bernina Railway offers truly stunning landscapes. It passes through dozens of tunnels and crosses almost two hundred bridges and stone viaducts. You will also have a chance to see beautiful mountain lakes: Lago Bianco and Lago Nero. As you descend from the Swiss Alps to the rolling hills and valleys of the Italian countryside, you will notice many changes in vegetation. The difference in elevation on the Bernina Railway is astonishing. The railway climbs up to 2,253 meters at Bernina Pass, then goes down to 429 meters at Tirano, where your trip ends.
Brusio Spiral Viaduct – The highlight of the Milan To Switzerland day trip
On the Milan to Switzerland Day Trip, you’ll ride the unique Bernina Railway from the Swiss Alps to Tirano, Italy. The train will pass over the famous Brusio spiral viaduct. It’s one of the most thrilling parts of the Bernina Railway line and is often considered its highlight. Engineers designed the viaduct to follow the natural inclines of the terrain, creating a spiraling stone masterpiece. Don’t forget to snap some pictures or simply enjoy the moment - it’s an experience that will stay with you long after your Milan to Switzerland Day Trip!
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- During the Milan to Switzerland Day Trip, you will be crossing a border, so don't forget to bring your ID card or a passport.
- The Milan to Switzerland Day Trip includes a "reserve now and pay" later option as well as the free cancellation policy!
Meeting Point
The meeting point depends on the option booked.
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- Free cancellation
- Live tour guide
- Organized transportation
- Visit to St. Moritz & Tirano
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