An unusual journey: the BERNINA TRAIN is a proposal to live in contact with nature. The BERNINA OSPIZIO REFUGE at 2309 meters, suspended between the Val Poschiavo and the Engadine, in front of the lake Bianco, is the ideal place to discover the mountains on foot and by train. The refuge has an internal restaurant with à la carte menus for lunch and dinner.
It is the ideal holiday for those who love sports, nature and walks.
In winter it is possible to practice snowkiting on Lake Bianco, one of the most beautiful kite experiences that can be done at 2 thousand meters, or to make beautiful walks with snowshoes, suitable for everyone. You can go skiing in the Diavolezza-Lagalb area or reach Pontresina for cross-country skiing
in summer you can go for walks and trekking. Paths of all levels start from here, both the easier ones for families and the more demanding ones for experts. It is the ideal destination for road cyclists, mountain bikers thanks to the proximity of unique and fascinating roads and paths.
The RHAETIAN RAILWAY ON THE BERNINA AND ALBULA LINE connects Tirano, in the Italian Valtellina, with Chur, in the canton of Grisons, passing through Pontresina and St. Moritz. On its way, the Bernina Red Train climbs up to 2253 meters above sea level and crosses 196 bridges and 55 tunnels along the way.Sit back and relax. The train takes care of the rest. You will pass in front of the Basilica of the Madonna di Tirano, you will see the picturesque Poschiavo. You will breathe the scent of the woods, pass over bridges and viaducts, admire impervious gorges and wild streams. The train overcomes gradients of 70 per thousand, which is unique in the world.You can stop in the famous towns of St. Moritz and Pontresina. Continuing, you will meet the Landwasser viaduct, famous for its 130 meters in length, as well as the impressive 89 meters high Soliser viaduct.After this trip, you will not be surprised that the section of the Albula and Bernina Rhaetian Railway has belonged to the Unesco World Heritage since 2008.
Curiosities for nature lovers:
May is the month of the Ibex that come down from the peaks in groups of 30-40 and in the afternoon it is possible to observe them closely.
October is the month when deer come into love and put their horns on. Furthermore, the colors of nature change drastically and the whole territory becomes a poem of colors. Red, yellow and green mix with the colors of the sky and the mountains. October is also the best time for photoshooting.
November is the opening month of the Diavolezza Glacier, ideal for ski clubs and ski enthusiasts for pre-winter training in the discipline of skiing.
1st day
Journey with the Bernina Red Train to the summit
Check-in at the hotel and free time for walks in the area.
Overnight at Hotel
2nd day
Breakfast at the hotel and departure with the Bernina Red Train to St. Moritz.
We recommend making stops along the way
Return to the hotel and overnight
3rd day
Breakfast and excursions or walks in the Engadine before returning to Tirano with the Bernina Red Train.
- 2nd class ticket to freely use the Bernina Red Train line for the entire period in the southern area of the Canton
- 2 nights in the Ospizio Bernina refuge at 2309 meters
- Buffet breakfast (also for guests with food allergies, celiacs - we recommend reporting)
special for you: including unlimited use of public transport (train and bus) for the three days of your trip throughout the southern canton
Meals and anything not expressly indicated in "Included in the price".
Tourist tax / City tax not included, to be paid locally
Your ticket is valid in the southern canton of Graubünden on the Rhaetian Railway network, PostBus Switzerland Ltd, Engadina Bus, Silvestri Bus Livigno, local buses, Scuol and St. Moritz, on the Martina - Malles and Martina route - Landeck.
from the day of booking to 30 days before departure: 10%;
from 29 to 20 days before departure: 30%;
from 19 to 10 days before departure: 50%;
from 9 to 4 days before departure: 75%;
from 3 to 0 days before departure: 100%;
PRICES CAN CHANGE ACCORDING TO THE EUR/CHF EXCHANGE RATE