Is Bernina Express included in Swiss Pass?

The Bernina Express (www.myswissalps.com/be rninaexpress) travels the same route between Chur and Tirano in both directions. The trip is covered by the Swiss Travel Pass.

Is Bernina Express free with Swiss Travel Pass?

And best of all – travel on the Bernina Express is FREE* if you hold a Swiss Travel Pass or Swiss Half Fare Card or a Eurail Pass (*seat reservation fees apply).

Which trains are included in Swiss Travel Pass?

Traveling with the Swiss Travel Pass applies to all trains that operate on the indicated lines and that are listed in the timetables. The train type (InterCity, local, panoramic) and the operating company do not matter. The Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Golden Pass and other panoramic trains are thus included.

Is Bernina Express expensive?

The price of the Bernina Express train is CHF 72 one way and CHF 92 return. This is the lowest price possible for a single trip between Chur and Tirano for non-pass holders. It's based on a 2nd class Saver Day Pass (CHF 52) and a seat reservation in low season (CHF 20; you need two reservations for a return trip).

Which one is better Glacier Express or Bernina Express?

My general recommendation would be to go with Bernina Express first. I have two reasons for this: The Bernina Express journey is shorter than the Glacier Express one. It takes just half a day one way instead of a full day.

BERNINA EXPRESS | Taking a beautiful Swiss panoramic train through Graubunden | Landwasser Viaduct

Is Bernina Express First Class worth it?

Riding first-class on the Bernina Express is truly a luxury experience on its own. The carriage comes with comfortable leather seats, extra spacious legroom and full glass paranomic windows, guaranteeing the best views of the outside.

Is Glacier Express free with Swiss Pass?

The Swiss Travel Pass covers all travel on trains, buses and boats – and even premium panoramic trains such as the Glacier Express. In some panoramic trains, reservations are mandatory and must be booked separately.

Is chocolate train included in Swiss Pass?

The chocolate train operates between 01 May and 30 September. On operation days, the chocolate train has 3 different departure times. This route is fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) and GA travelcard.

Is Eiger Express included in Swiss Travel Pass?

You catch the Eiger Express from the Grindelwald Terminal. We did notice that there was a car park close by the terminal. Although we caught the train from Interlaken Ost as there is a rail connection straight into the terminal. This was included in our Swiss travel pass.

Is Jungfraujoch included in Swiss Pass?

With a Swiss Travel Pass, not only you get Jungfrau tickets at a discount, but also your children under the age of 16 years get free tickets – just how the Swiss Pass works.

Is Grindelwald included in Swiss Pass?

Swiss Travel Pass gives you a 100% Discount for the journey from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen/Wengen and Grindelwald. This is the first part of the Jungfraujoch 'Top of Europe' journey.

Is the Glacier Express worth it?

Glacier Express Pros

Gorgeous scenery: You can't fault the incredible route that the Glacier Express takes. This trip takes you past pass powdery snow-capped mountains, snowglobey alpine villages, terraced vineyards, rocky gorges, iconic bridges and even many, many castles.

Is Bernina Express one way?

A good option, when planning sightseeing along a return journey, is to enjoy the convenience of the direct Bernina Express one way and to return with sightseeing stops en route on the regional trains.

Where do you get the Bernina Express?

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The Bernina Express ends its journey in Tirano, Italy. It passes through the town before reaching the station. The Bernina Express route begins in Chur, the oldest city in Switzerland. Trains run along the Albula Railway, one of the most spectacular narrow gauge railways in the world.

Do you need passport for Bernina Express?

There may be random checks on the train so to be safe always make sure you have your passport/permit/visa on hand along with your valid ticket. But there is no immigration formality at the railway stations. However some extra measures may be in place due to the Coronavirus.

What exactly is the chocolate train in Switzerland?

The Switzerland Chocolate Train is a cheese and chocolate theme train from Montreux to Gruyeres and to Broc. This Chocolate Train Tour includes the Cailler Chocolate factory, a visit to the cheese factory and time to explore Gruyeres and its castle.

Where is the Nestle factory in Switzerland?

La Maison Callier Chocolaterie is in the small town Broc near Gruyères and Bulle in canton Fribourg in western Switzerland. Getting to the chocolate factory is easiest by car – use the Autobahn highway A9 (Bern via Fribourg to Vevey on Lake Geneva) and exit at Bulle.

How do I book tickets for Bernina Express?

Seat reservation required

Seat reservations on the Bernina Express and on the Bernina Express Bus are obligatory. Book now online, by phone on +41 81 288 65 65, or at any railway ticket office in Europe (at the earliest three months prior to travel if booking by phone or at a railway ticket office).

Is the Bernina Express running?

So you should probably ride it more than once! COVID-19 UPDATE: The Bernina Express is running normally. See COVID-19 travel information. Engineering work on the Tirano-Milan line, 26 June to 8 September 2022: Trackwork will affect the Italian regional trains between Tirano & Milan in summer 2022.

Is Mount Pilatus free with Swiss Pass?

Yes, Mt. Pilatus is free with the Swiss Travel pass - click here to see all that is covered by the Swiss Travel Pass. If you have a Swiss Travel Pass you can order for free the Swiss Family Card at the same time. This will cover your kids on all routes completely (even if you have to pay a partial amount).

Which side is better Bernina Express?

1. Sit on the right side! Hands down, the right side of the train (from Chur to Tirano) or the left side (from Tirano to Chur) is the far superior side.

Can you get on and off the Bernina Express?

Just hop on and sit anywhere, get on and off trains as much as you like. This is arguably the most spectacular train journey in the world, and travels over the Bernina Pass and is the highest mountain railway crossing in Europe.

Does the Bernina Express go to Lake Como?

Take a ride on the legendary Bernina Express through unforgettable scenery and journey to the incredible Italian paradise of Lake Como on this rail vacation.