Bernina Express Chur – Lugano (for international guests)

With the Rhaetian Railway's Bernina Express along the UNESCO World Heritage route.

From mountain to palm tree paradise - this is what the spectacular crossing of the Alps with the panoramic train ride of the Bernina Express promises. Over 196 bridges, through 55 tunnels, along romantic valleys and in the midst of impressive nature - this is what this exciting train journey offers. A fascinating and unforgettable adventure. Through the large panoramic windows, everything seems to be very close at hand, offering you incredible views and highlights of this wonderful and unforgettable region.

Stroll through Chur, the oldest city in Switzerland, eat a gelato in Tirano and enjoy the dolce vita in Italy and then continue your trip to Lugano.The train ride to Ticino alone is an experience and you won't be able to resist the Mediterranean charm, that's guaranteed because the settings are just perfect.Lugano is simply a must see. A charming paradise on the waterside of the Lake of Lugano. Palm trees, a romantic lake promenade and a beautiful old town.

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Highlights

The two unique railroad lines blend harmoniously into the enchanting landscape with spectacular engineering structures such as viaducts and helical tunnels.
The Landwasser Viaduct is one of the most iconic landmarks in Graubünden. This 142-metre-long, 65-metre-high bridge carries the railway in a sharp curve over the rugged Landwasser Valley, leading directly into a tunnel at the other end.
With its round shape, it is the landmark of the Bernina line.
The oldest city in Switzerland and cultural centre of the canton Graubünden.
In the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland captivates with its beautiful location on Lake Lugano.

Travel itinerary

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Travel programm

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1ˢᵗ day: Arrival in Chur

Arrival in Chur by train. Enjoy today this alpine town, the gateway between north and south. The train journey alone is already in itself worthwhile and you will not be able to escape the mountain magic during the train journey. You will be recompensed here with picturesque alleys and a unique alpine flora, a vibrant city life, art and culture and all this in a very small area. Overnight in Chur.
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2ⁿᵈ day: Bernina Express Chur – Lugano (9h15)

Breakfast at the hotel. Today you travel on the Bernina Express of the Rhäthische railway along the UNESCO World Heritage Route. Enjoy an alpine railway journey which takes you from the high glaciers of the mountains to the south to Tirano (Italy). The Bernina Express is the highest railway line across the Alps and connects northern and southern Europe in a spectacular way. It takes you over the Bernina Pass and the open hairpin bend at Brusio to Tirano (Italy). Time for lunch or a walk through Tirano. Continue your journey with the Bernina Express Bus through Valtellina and along Lake Como to Lugano in the lovely Ticino. Overnight in Lugano.
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3ʳᵈ day Lugano and return journey

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day off in Lugano. Lugano is a must see. A charming paradise on the shores of Lago di Lugano. Palm trees, a romantic lake promenade and a beautiful old town. A trip to the oh so beautiful Ticino is pure relaxation. Already Paul Klee, Franz Kafka, Hermann Hesse and even Giacomo Casanova were attracted by the lovely city and didn't let anything burn here. We also recommend an excursion to Monte Generoso. Individual return journey.

This tour can also be booked in the opposite direction.