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Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Bernina Express Trip
From ticket buying to expert tips about how to get the best views and snaps, this is a complete guide to planning your Bernina Express travels - - S…
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Bernina Express: 10 Essential Tips for a Flawless Alpine Rail Journey
Travelers planning a scenic journey on the renowned Bernina Express through the majestic Alps can significantly enhance their experience by heeding key advice from seasoned travelers. A recent guide highlighted ten common mistakes to avoid, ensuring a smoother and more memorable trip. One crucial tip emphasizes the timing of travel. While summer offers pleasant weather, the guide suggests that winter provides unparalleled snowy vistas, often with fewer crowds and potentially lower costs. Regardless of the season, securing tickets at least two months in advance is highly recommended due to high demand. For optimal viewing, passengers are advised to select seats on the right-hand side of the train, which offers superior panoramic scenes. Additionally, arriving at the station at least 15 minutes before departure allows ample time to settle in comfortably. The guide also recommends identifying carriages with sliding windows for glare-free photography, especially for capturing iconic landmarks like the viaducts, which pass quickly. Furthermore, travelers are encouraged to consider a one-way journey on the Bernina Express, opting for a regional train for the return trip to save on costs. Finally, extending the trip into Italy, with destinations like Lake Como, the Alps, and Milan easily accessible from Tirano, is presented as a cost-effective way to continue the adventure.
