What to do and see in Canton of Graubunden, Swiss Alps: The Best Scenic Railroads

August 30, 2021 Mollie Coke

Quaint alpine villages and great skiing entice travelers to the Grisons. The sparsely populated region of eastern Switzerland contains the source of the Rhine and Inn rivers, 140 square miles of glaciers and dense pine forests. Join the ski action at the resorts of St. Moritz, Davos and Arosa or stake a lofty claim with a visit to Juf, which boasts the highest altitude of any inhabited village in the Alps. In summer, take a hike through the Engadine Valley in the unspoiled beauty of Swiss National Park.
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1. Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip in one Day Private Tour from Basel

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Travel on the worldwide known "Glacier-Express-Train" with your private tour guide, just you and your guide! Enjoy a round trip by train and spend four hours on the panoramic coach from Chur to Brig, crossing 291 bridges, passing 91 tunnels and climb up to approximately 7000 feet (2033m) above sea level by train. Enjoy the travel on the Glacier-Express while passing spectacular valleys and mountains. According your preferences, a short walk around in Chur or Brig can take place (while transfer times to/from Glacier Express) Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, Headphones on the train, Information booklet about the journey, Assigned seat on the Glacier Express Chur-Brig route, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By NorfolkCats

We took this trip from Basel to experience the mountains of Switzerland, the Swiss alps and it was truly wonderful! Breathtaking and fun! Beautiful Engelberg and stunning Lucerne with lake and famous wooden bridge! A great day trip to experience Switzerland!

2. Bernina express private tour

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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops. • 2-hour and 20-minute train ride • English explanation on the train • Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop • Stroll through the luxurious shops • Travel by comfortable minivan

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, Train ticket for the St Moritz-Tirano route or vice-versa, Guided visit in St. Moritz, Explanation on board the train

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tips

Reviewed By Seaside08192962311

This tour was great. I would like to thank our driver FIlipo, and tour guide for an amazing time. Would definitely recommend!

3. Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip in one Day Private Tour from Luzern

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Travel on the worldwide known "Glacier-Express-Train" with your private tour guide, just you and your guide! Enjoy a round trip by train and spend four hours on the panoramic coach from Chur to Brig, crossing 291 bridges, passing 91 tunnels and climb up to approximately 7000 feet (2033m) above sea level by train. Enjoy the travel on the Glacier-Express while passing spectacular valleys and mountains. According your preferences, a short walk around in Chur or Brig can take place (while transfer times to/from Glacier Express) Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, Headphones on board the train, Your own booklet with information about the journey, Assigned seating on the Glacier Express route Chur-Brig, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By eddie c

No issues here so have no concerns that you might be left stranded or that your guide doesn't speak your language or that the tour is somehow altered or changed. However at the price my partner and I were surprised at lack of basic historical facts so check the resume of guide if you are a stickler for detailed knowledge of experiences in this tour.

4. Bernina express and St. Moritz. Tour from Milan

Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 9, 20124 Milano MI, Italy TAOTRAVEL
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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops. • 2-hour and 20-minute train ride • English explanation on the train • Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop • Stroll through the luxurious shops • Travel by comfortable coach

Inclusions: Explanation on board the train, Guided visit in St. Moritz, Pick up from your hotel in Milan, Professional guide, Round-trip private transfer, Second class standard train ticket , Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Seaside08192962311

This tour was great. I would like to thank our driver FIlipo, and tour guide for an amazing time. Would definitely recommend!

5. Bernina Express and Sankt Moritz PRIVATE Guided Tour

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Start from Milan (7 am), Como (8 am), Varenna or Menaggio (8:50 am) or any other town on the route. Drive to Tirano (about 2 hours) with views and experiences along the famous Valtellina valley with its vineyards, apples cultivations and food specialties. In Tirano you take the famous Bernina Red Train (Bernina Express), a journey of 2 hours via the Bernina Pass, a breath-taking journey in the Alps. Guided visit of Sankt Moritz. Lunch on your own. Extra costs: lunch, train tickets (about Euro 20 per person, will be bought at Tirano Station). Make sure you have a valid passport control (Switzerland is not part of EU). We suggest comfortable clothes and weather forecast (see here). The guided tour can be exclusive, if requested.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Guided visit

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Reviewed By emmasI3825GR

We had an unbelievable time on this tour! Giovanni couldn’t do enough for us and showed us lots of lovely towns and buildings. He asked us what we were interested in beforehand and catered to our needs. I could not recommend this tour enough!

6. Glacier Express Panoramic Train Round Trip in one Day Private Tour from Zürich

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Travel on the worldwide known "Glacier-Express-Train" with your private tour guide, just you and your guide! Enjoy a round trip by train and spend four hours on the panoramic coach from Chur to Brig, crossing 291 bridges, passing 91 tunnels and climb up to approximately 7000 feet (2033m) above sea level by train. Enjoy the travel on the Glacier-Express while passing spectacular valleys and mountains. According your preferences, a short walk around in Chur or Brig can take place (while transfer times to/from Glacier Express) Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.

Inclusions: local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, Headphones on board the train, Your own booklet with information about the journey, Assigned seating on the Glacier Express route Chur-Brig, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By OnAir767625

This was absolutely delightful. We couldn't have had a better time,due to our incredible guide,Ulrich. He was very knowledgeable and respectful of our intentions. He made the long ride entertaining as well as educational. We would definitely use his service again. Our only issue was trying to reach your office by phone a couple of days before our trip to confirm and not being able to reach anyone. This created undo stress and it totally unacceptable and needs to be addressed. Thank you for our great guide. Maurice & Teena Nanoia

7. Tour to Bernina Express and Swiss Alps with Hotel Pick Up

Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 9, 20124 Milano MI, Italy TAOTRAVEL
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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops. • 2-hour and 20-minute train ride • English explanation on the train • Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop • Stroll through the luxurious shops • Travel by comfortable coach

Inclusions: Pick up from your hotel, Round-trip private transfer, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Second class standard train ticket for the St Moritz-Tirano route or vice-versa, Visit in St. Moritz, Explanation on board the train

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Reviewed By youngnanna

Early morning start for the day from Milan. First part of journey is by coach. Amazing scenery along the way. Only down side was the first stop for toilet and coffee if required. Establishment either not prepared for the huge influx of people and buses. One was lucky to get to the toilet let alone get coffee. Ohh and another negative, the rude fellow passengers who have scant regard for arriving back in allocated time. Lovely lunch before boarding the Red train( no it’s not the Bernina) however the trip was spectacular. We were fortunate there had been heavy snowfalls the day before. A trip not to be missed.

8. 4-Day Glacier and Bernina Express Self-Guided Tour from Zurich

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On the Glacier and Bernina Express you will travel across impressive viaducts, through winding and helical tunnels on a journey offering views of mountain lakes, steep cliffs and pristine forests.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in St. Moritz, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Lugano, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Zermatt, 1 x Seat reservation on the Bernina & Glacier Express, 1 x 2nd class train ticket

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, A guide , All Fees and Taxes

Reviewed By Trip551330

Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.

9. Swiss Alps Bernina Express Rail Tour from Milan

Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi, Largo Cairoli, 18, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Zani Viaggi Day Tours
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Take a ride on the Bernina Express, Switzerland's alpine delight. This train journey takes you along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site – through the Bernina Pass to the exclusive resort of St Moritz at the ‘Top of the World.’ Enjoy a round-trip scenic coach trip and ride a bright red rail car, passing unrivaled landscapes amid the towering peaks of the Swiss Alps, including time to spend in charming Tirano and St Mortiz.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, The tour may be bilingual. Please check at reservation., Bernina train ticket (2nd class)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By adcdiving

Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).

10. St Moritz and Bernina express. Departure from Milan

Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 9, 20124 Milano MI, Italy TAOTRAVEL
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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops. • 2-hour and 20-minute train ride • English explanation on the train • Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop • Stroll through the luxurious shops • Travel by comfortable coach We respect COVID19 safety measures. There are frequent cleaning or sanitizing procedures in place. Depending on COVID19 measures, it may be necessary to wear gloves and masks

Inclusions: Professional guide, Pick up from hotel, Air-conditioned vehicle, Second class standard train ticket , Guide on the train, Round-trip private transfer

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Seaside08192962311

This tour was great. I would like to thank our driver FIlipo, and tour guide for an amazing time. Would definitely recommend!

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