The Bernina Express between Chur, Poschiavo and Tirano
The narrow-gauge Bernina Express connects northern and southern Europe and offers a spectacular means of crossing the Alps. The route runs through the ancient landscape of Switzerland's beautiful Grisons/Graubünden region and provides essential links to the Italian-speaking population in the south.
Beginning in Chur, the oldest town in Switzerland, the route travels south along 76 miles (122km) of track, through 55 tunnels and 196 bridges including the spectacular Landwasser Viaduct. The route meanders past glaciers, an alpine garden and rushing mountain streams, passes through the 5,955 foot (1,815m) long Albula Tunnel and climbs over the Bernina Pass to more than 7,000 feet (2,134m) before crossing the Italian border to arrive in the village of Tirano.
The journey from Chur to Tirano takes four hours, Chur to Poschiavo takes three-and-a-half hours and St Moritz to Tirano takes just two-and-a-half hours.
100 years on the Bernina Line
It took just four years to build the Bernina Line and even in today's hi-tech age it is regarded as a shining example of the civil engineer's art. The first trains operated between St Moritz and Zermatt on 8 July 1910 so there is much to celebrate through the summer of 2010
UNESCO World Heritage status
The route of the Bernina Express on the Albula/Bernina Line between St Moritz and Tirano was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site in July 2008, in recognition of the stunning beauty, incredible engineering and the impact this line has had on mountain life in the Swiss canton of Graubuenden and Northern Italy. The Albula/Bernina Line constitutes an outstanding technical and architectural feat and complements the aesthetic harmony through which it passes.
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Classic Glacier Express (Brig-Chur) 2013
Discover the majestic Swiss Alps by First Class rail
Spectacular views and stunning scenery have made the Glacier Express from Brig to Chur famous the world over. Explore the Alps on Switzerland's terrific rail network during this incredibly popular mountain holiday.
Traditional Glacier Express 2013
Explore the Swiss Alps by rail
Stunning scenery and spectacular views are enough to take your breath away as we travel by rail through the heart of the Swiss Alps on the world-famous Glacier Express. Explore the region at leisure with an included GRJ Swiss Travel Card.
Beside Lake Como 2013
Unwind on our escorted rail holiday by one of Italy’s most popular lakes
Lake Como, pretty Italian towns, lake steamers, mountain scenery and historic mansions provide the setting for this spectacular tour. Our holiday is based around Lake Como, which has been attracting visitors to its beautiful shores for more than 200 years.
Glacier Express to St Moritz 2013
Stunning views on a classic rail journey
Dramatic mountain scenery and beautiful lakes provide the setting for this magnificent tour, as we take the iconic Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps, staying in glamorous St Moritz, and Zermatt, enjoying breathtaking views of the Matterhorn.
Inclusive Glacier Express 2013
Discover the majestic Swiss Alps by First Class rail
Beautiful scenery and spectacular views have made the Glacier Express famous world over. On this magnificent rail tour, we also visit pretty Lake Lucerne and travel to Zermatt to enjoy views of the imposing Matterhorn.
First Class Glacier Express at Christmas (Brig-Chur) Hotel Simplon 2013
Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Switzerland
Celebrate the festive season in style on this magnificent Christmas tour. Travelling in First Class throughout, we discover some of Switzerland's most beautiful winter landscapes, such as the mountain resort of Zermatt and the lakeside city of Lucerne, and make spectacular journeys on some of Europe's most iconic trains.
First Class Glacier Express at Christmas (Brig-Chur) Hotel Ambassador 2013
Christmas Day on the Bernina Express
Our Christmas rail holiday is a fantastic way to experience exciting train journeys on the Glacier Express and Bernina Express. Enjoy wonderful excursions and explore the beautiful winter landscapes of Switzerland.
Traditional Glacier Express at Christmas 2013
Christmas in Switzerland's oldest town
This captivating Christmas rail tour combines stunning train journeys across the snow-covered roof of the Alps to tranquil Poschiavo and bustling Zermatt, with time in Switzerland's oldest town, Chur, and the delightful mountain resort of Kandersteg.First Class Glacier Express at New Year (Brig-Chur) 2013
New Year's eve on the Glacier Express
Celebrate the New Year in style on this magnificent tour. Travelling in First Class throughout, we discover some of Switzerland's most beautiful winter landscapes, such as the mountain resort of Zermatt and the lakeside city of Lucerne, and make spectacular journeys on some of Europe's most iconic trains such as the Glacier Express and Bernina Express.
First Class Glacier Express in Winter (Brig-Chur) 2014
Travel in style on Switzerland's iconic trains
Spectacular views and stunning scenery have made the Glacier Express from Brig to Chur famous the world over. Shimmering winter peaks and sugar-frosted forests provide a picture-postcard backdrop to our wonderful winter rail adventure.
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