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Bernina Express Alpine Traverse Guide

An unhurried 5-day journey from the ancient Roman city of Chur, Switzerland across glaciers and 196 bridges into the sunny vineyards of Tirano, Italy.

Bernina Express train navigating mountain pass and viaduct in Swiss Alps
Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights
Best Season May to October
Transport Mode RhB Regional Train & Walking Paths
Pacing Relaxed (2-3 hrs rail/day)

Detailed Slow Itinerary

Official Booking Resources & Train Passes

When booking this slow journey, we recommend purchasing local regional tickets or utilizing the Eurail/Swiss Travel Pass for maximum flexibility without strict seat reservations.

Official RhB Bernina Railway Booking ↗