Bernina Express MilanLake Como Cruise, St. Moritz & Bernina review
What the tour is like
This tour combines the Bernina Express with a boat trip on Lake Como, so you get the alpine railway and one of Italy’s most beautiful lakes in a single (long) day from Milan. It is a full schedule, but the variety is what its 6,000+ reviewers love.
What works
- Two icons in one day — the Bernina Express and Lake Como
- Most-reviewed tour, consistently rated 4.6
- Panoramic train, cruise and transfers all handled
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Worth knowing
- The longest and fullest day of the tours here
- Less lingering time at each stop given how much is packed in
- Higher price than the train-only options
Wear layers — you go from a warm lake cruise to 2,253 m at the top of the Bernina Pass in the same day.
Who it’s for
Travellers with one big day to spare who want maximum variety, and anyone who can’t choose between the Alps and the lakes. Prefer to focus on the train alone? See the classic day trip.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Lake Como and Bernina Express combo worth it?
If you want two icons in one day, yes — it is the most-reviewed tour we feature (6,000+, 4.6) and packs the alpine railway and a Lake Como cruise into one trip.
How long is the Lake Como and Bernina day?
About 11 hours — the fullest day of the tours here, with an early start and evening return to Milan.
Does it include the Bernina Express panoramic train?
Yes — the reserved panoramic train over the pass is included, along with the Lake Como cruise and transfers.