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Across the Alps & Under Sail

Posted: August 20, 2026
 
Category: Special Offers

From the snow-capped peaks of Switzerland to the sun-drenched shores of Southern Italy, this extraordinary 'Rail & Sail' journey offers you the chance to experience slow travel at its finest. Begin in charming Chur, before experiencing the world-famous Bernina Express in First Class, winding through breathtaking Alpine scenery into Italy. From there, unwind on beautiful Lake Garda, soak up the timeless grandeur of Rome, then step aboard the magnificent Star Clipper for an unforgettable voyage through Sicily, the Aeolian Islands, Amalfi Coast and beyond. 

 

Switzerland, Bernina Express, Lake Garda and Italy's Southern Jewels

Departs: 8th May 2027

Duration: 15-night package 

1-night in Chur | 4-nights on Lake Garda | 2-nights in Rome | 8-nights aboard Star Clipper 

Star Clipper sailing visits: Civitavecchia (Port of Rome, Italy) | At Sea | Lipari (Aeolian Islands, Italy) | Stromboli (Italy) | Taormina (Sicily, Italy) | Agropoli (Italy) | Sorrento (Italy) | Ponza (Pontine Islands, Italy) | Civitavecchia (Port of Rome, Italy) 

Prices from £5,849.00 per person! 

Price includes: 

  • Return flights from London
  • 1-night stay at Romantic Hotel Stern, with breakfast 
  • Bernina Express rail journey from Chur to Tirano in First Class
  • First Class rail from Tirano to Lake Garda (via Milan) 
  • 4-night stay at Park Hotel, with breakfast 
  • Shared tours of Sirmione from Desenzano and the Veronese side of Lake Garda 
  • First Class rail from Lake Garda to Rome (via Milan) 
  • 2-night stay at Hotel Independent, with breakfast 
  • 8-night full-board sailing in a Category 6 cabin 
  • Selected overseas transfers 
  • Port charges 

 

Like the sound of the itinerary but can't make those dates? Speak to us today about making a bespoke package just for you! 

 

All prices are correct at the time of print and are subject to availability at the time of booking. Star Clippers T&Cs apply.

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