The 14 Best Bernina Express & Lugano Day Trips from Milan

1.Bernina Red Train, Swiss Alps & St Moritz From Milan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,954 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $168Our pick

Travel from Milan to St. Moritz by coach, then ride the second-class Bernina Red Train through the Swiss Alps to Tirano. English-speaking guides such as Sabrina, Monica, and Maria Cristina lead the day, which includes Lake Como views, free time in St. Moritz, and a long return by bus.

“This day trip was everything we could have asked for and the photos don’t even do it justice! If you are on the fence about it because it is a long all day experience, DON’T hesitate, it is worth every penny!! You will see views on the train you can’t see anywhere else. It was some of the most breathtaking scenery I have seen in my entire life. The Swiss alps are even more majestic and grand than I thought imaginable. My wife and I couldn’t get over it!! Sabrina our guide was so friendly, knowledgeable and funny. She gave you so much facts and info along the way, had…”

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2.Swiss Alps Bernina Red Train and St.Moritz Tour from Milan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,369 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $179

Travel from Milan by coach to St. Moritz, then ride the second-class Bernina train through the Alps to Tirano. Expect opening windows, glaciers, viaducts, free time in St. Moritz, an English-speaking guide, and a very long day with limited seating control.

“Incredible experience. The views of the Alps were breathtaking. We lucked out going on a Sunday in February and were able to see horse racing on a frozen lake (yes, that’s a thing) during the White Turf Festival in St. Moritz.”

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3.Italy and Switzerland Day Trip: Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,042 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83Best value

Travel from Milan to Lake Como by air-conditioned coach, cruise past famous villas, explore Bellagio, then cross into Switzerland for free time in Lugano. English-speaking guides such as Amato, Sara, and Monica lead the day, with a maximum group size of 55.

“The day trip from Milan to Lake Como, Bellagio, and Lugano could have been much more effective and enjoyable if the trip had been well-structured. However, there were several issues with the tour. The guide was pleasant, but she seemed uncomfortable speaking in English. The interaction was limited, and she spent most of the bus ride talking to the driver in Italian, which was quite annoying. Everyone was scattered throughout the bus. They provided a radio, which was unnecessary since there were no group activities except for the bus ride and the boat ride. We simply visited places and then had free time everywhere. I could have easily booked everything…”

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4.Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano by Swiss Train + Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,084 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $168

Join a small group of up to 12 from Milan for a full day in Como and Lugano. Your English-speaking guide handles the trains, ferry, and funicular, while you enjoy a Lake Como cruise, villa views, Torno, free time, and Swiss lakeside scenery.

“You travel with train from Milan to Como. There could be some delays for the boat cruise. We was to take the boat at 10.00 am but that tour and 10.30 was cancelled so we went on the cruise at 11.00. Como is beautiful and the surrounding there. Then after Quick Look at the cathedral and lunch we went back on the train and headed to Lugano. There we stayed about two hours walking around. Nice and beautiful place. Amato our tour guide was very good. At 5.30 we met to head to the train back to Milan. It was nice that this was very small group.”

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5.Intimate Small-Group Bernina UNESCO Scenic Train on Swiss Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 619 reviews · 12 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $211

Join a group of up to 18 from Milan Central Station for a 12-hour-45-minute journey through Lake Como and Valtellina. Ride the Bernina railway to the Alps, stop at a high mountain point, and visit St. Moritz with guides such as Luca, Silvia, or Paola.

“The trip was amazing, Giulia is a fantastic guild, Luca went above and beyond to make sure everything came together. The small group made everything feel like friends on an adventure, the sights were ones I will always cherish. I highly recommend this company and this tour”

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6.Lake Como and Switzerland: Bellagio & Lugano Tour With Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Travel from Milan to Lake Como, cross by ferry to Bellagio, then continue by coach into Switzerland for free time in Lugano. Expect an English-speaking guide, scenic walks, steep village lanes, Alpine views, and a long but rewarding day. Guides such as Barbara, Maya, Didi, and Claudia have led this outing.

“Great tour but I left my things on the bus with Alberto and Babara and no way to contact them. Please contact me.”

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7.Tour Bernina Red Train And St Moritz from Milan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 247 reviews · from $142

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Milan to Tirano, visit the Madonna di Tirano Sanctuary, and ride the second-class Bernina Red Train toward St. Moritz. You get free time in the resort town, bilingual guiding in English and Spanish, and an optional Lake Como cruise.

“Very bed experience,on the way back with train,there was no seat for me and my wife together. Trip ruined!”

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8.Lake Como, Lugano & Bellagio Day-Trip with Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 210 reviews · 11 hours · from $117

Travel from Milan by comfortable GT coach to Como, cruise from Argegno to Bellagio, then cross into Switzerland for Lugano. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide keeps the day moving, while you enjoy free time, lake views, lunch, and Swiss chocolate.

“Great Day. Great way some limited time in key places. the Host was excellent (and cute). The whole experience was perfect.”

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9.Exclusive Boat, Lake Como, Bellagio, and Lugano Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 168 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $141

Travel from Milan to Como, Bellagio, and Lugano with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Walk through Como and Bellagio, sail past famous villas on a one-hour private Lake Como cruise, then enjoy free time in Lugano for shopping and Swiss chocolate.

“Uber driver took us to the wrong location. Missed the experience very confusing directions would like a credit for this experience.”

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10.Lake Como, Swiss Alps and Bernina Train From Milan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 86 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $211

Travel from Milan by air-conditioned vehicle to Lake Como, Lecco, Tirano, and St. Moritz, then ride the second-class Bernina route with opening windows. Guides such as Mara, Claudia, Anna, and Paula have led this trip, which can run in either direction and may allow only limited time in St. Moritz.

“The train ride through the snow covered Alps is just stunning! Worth the day! Both the guide and the driver were amazing. A well conducted tour. Highly recommend it.”

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11.Como Bellagio Lugano & Exclusive Cruise from Milan

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 78 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $118

Travel from Milan to Como, Bellagio, Lugano, and Lake Como on an 11-hour small-group day trip. You will tour Como, enjoy free time in Bellagio and Lugano, and take a private lake cruise past grand villas and celebrity homes. Guides vary, with Alejandro, Francesco, Elaina, and Clara among those praised for clear organization.

“The tour is a rush rush rush. Totally disliked it. Couldn’t hear much and nothing interesting was told. The only reason it’s 2 starts is because it was well organized to make the time back. We were exhausted and tired and rushing through everything was just very annoying.”

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12.Private tour to Bernina train & Lake Como. Hotel pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 10 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $1,245

Travel from your Milan hotel by private vehicle to St. Moritz, ride the Bernina Red Train to Tirano, and return by road. An optional stop in Varenna or Lecco adds Lake Como. Guides Mara and driver Filippo may lead the day.

“What a great Trip!! Our guide Mara was very knowledgeable about Milan and the Swiss Alps, we learned so much about the history and culture of each region. Our driver Filippo was a great driver!! Daron & Lucy California”

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13.Lake Como & Switzerland Day Trip from Milan with Scenic Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 38 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $119

Travel from Milan to Como and Lugano on a 10-hour guided coach trip. Walk Como’s old center, cruise Lake Como past grand villas, cross into Switzerland, and explore pedestrianized Lugano. The tour includes transport, a professional guide, and the lake boat ride, but not meals.

“Very nice trip thank you simone she was friendly and helpful thank a lot I will come next year in shalla”

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14.Lake Como cruise, St.Moritz and Bernina Red Train

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 29 reviews · from $202

Leave Milan by air-conditioned coach for a Lake Como cruise, cross the Maloja Pass, explore St. Moritz, and ride the Bernina route to Tirano in second class. Guides vary by departure, with Francesca, Sara, and Simona among those assigned. Expect big views, tight timing, and a very long day.

“Our guide Marchella with Viaggi tours was very rude and unprofessional. She arrived 20 minutes late and pushed us throughout the trip trying to make up time. My wife was moving slow because of a recent knee replacement and MarchellRead more”

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