Affordable Family Trip Itinerary: Venice, Camping, St.Moritz & Milan with Budget Stays and Public Transport

Day 1: Arrival & Venice

Bergamo to Venice, Italy on May 25, 2025

01:10am

Arrive at Bergamo Airport

Land at Bergamo airport and collect luggage. Rest and prepare for transfer to Venice in the morning.

0 GBP, 1h

08:00am

Bus from Bergamo Airport to Bergamo Train Station

Take ATB Bus Line 1 from airport to Bergamo train station. Cost-effective and convenient.

EUR2 per person, 20m

09:05am

Train Bergamo to Venice Santa Lucia

Take Trenord regional train via Milan Centrale to Venice Santa Lucia station. Buy in advance for best price, expect around EUR20 per person.

EUR20 per person, 3h15m

12:30pm

Check-in Hotel

Stay at a budget family-friendly guesthouse like Hotel Casa Sant'Andrea (approx EUR70 per night family room). Check-in from 2 pm, leave luggage at reception if early.

EUR70, 0.5h

01:00pm

Lunch at Dal Moro’s

Enjoy fresh, affordable pasta to-go with seating (open 11:30am–9pm). Healthy, tasty, and budget-friendly.

EUR8 per person, 1h

02:30pm

Stroll & Visit Piazza San Marco

Walk to St. Mark’s Square to explore landmarks like Basilica, Campanile, and Doge’s Palace. Many exterior views free, interior visits optional and cheap (~EUR5-10).

Free to EUR10, 2h

05:00pm

Relax at Hotel

Return to hotel to rest and unpack, ensuring good sleep for next day.

Included in accommodation, 3h

08:00pm

Dinner at Osteria Al Squero

Casual Venetian cicchetti (tapas-like) style eatery with light healthy options, budget-friendly.

EUR15 per person, 1.5h

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Day 2: Venice Full Day

Venice, Italy on May 26, 2025

08:00am

Breakfast at Teccheria

Healthy Italian breakfast with fresh coffee and pastries or fruit options (open from 7am).

EUR5 per person, 1h

09:30am

Vaporetto Public Transport Day Pass

Purchase ACTV vaporetto day passes (~EUR20 per person) covering all ferry routes for the day.

EUR20 per person, 0.5h

10:00am

Visit Murano and Burano Islands

Take vaporetto to Murano to see glassmaking, then to colourful Burano island for photography and light walking.

Included, 5h

03:00pm

Light Lunch on Burano

Eat at Trattoria al Gatto Nero serving fresh fish and affordable meals, with child-friendly healthy options.

EUR15 per person, 1h

05:00pm

Return To Venice Main Island

Take vaporetto back, rest at hotel.

Included in pass, 1h

07:00pm

Early Dinner at Pizzeria L’Angelo

Budget-friendly pizza & salads, popular with families. Open 6–10pm.

EUR12 per person, 1.5h

09:00pm

Return to hotel and rest

Prepare for next-day travel, ensure 8-9 hours sleep.

Included, Overnight

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Day 3: Camping Near Lake Garda

Venice to Camping Site near Lake Garda, Italy on May 27, 2025

07:30am

Breakfast Pack from Venice Bakery

Grab takeaway breakfast to have en route to keep cost down and travel light.

EUR6 per person, 0.5h

08:30am

Train Venice to Peschiera del Garda

From Venice Santa Lucia, take regional train (~EUR10 per person) to Peschiera del Garda (approx 1h 25m).

EUR10, 1h25m

09:55am

Bus/Taxi to Camping Village

Take local bus (ATV Line 179) or taxi to Camping Bella Italia or Camping Butterfly (budget family options, approx EUR30 per night pitch).

EUR30, 30m

10:30am

Set up Camp & Relax

Set up camp and relax before afternoon activities.

Included, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at On-site Bar/Shop

Camping site has basic shop and affordable bar serving paninis and salads.

EUR8 per person, 1h

02:00pm

Visit Lake Garda Shore

Short walk or bus to lakeside for stroll and family time. Free activity, enjoy nature.

Free, 3h

06:00pm

Dinner Cook or Buy Simple Meal On-site

Prepare simple dinner or eat camping kitchen dishes; budget-friendly and healthy.

EUR5 per person, 1h

07:30pm

Relax at Camp, Enjoy Nature

Family time around campfire or relaxing. Early night.

Included, Overnight

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Day 4: Camping & Transfer to St. Moritz

Camping near Lake Garda to St. Moritz, Switzerland on May 28, 2025

07:30am

Breakfast at Camp

Prepare breakfast from camping supplies for an economical start.

EUR5 per person, 1h

09:00am

Pack and Depart Camping

Break camp, pack and prepare for journey to St. Moritz by public transport.

Included, 1h

10:00am

Train from Peschiera del Garda to Tirano

Train journey with transfers via Brescia and Lecco, approx 4h, EUR30 per person.

EUR30, 4h

02:30pm

Bernina Express Train Tirano to St. Moritz

Famous scenic train, approx 2.5h travel, ticket approximately CHF40 per person. Book in advance.

CHF40, 2h30m

05:00pm

Check-in Budget Hotel in St. Moritz

Stay at youth hostel or budget hotel like Hotel Piz St. Moritz (approx CHF90 per room per night). Check-in after 3pm.

CHF90, 0.5h

06:00pm

Dinner at Hotel or Nearby Café

Affordable meal options like Café Hauser offering wholesome meals at reasonable prices.

CHF20 per person, 1h

07:30pm

Evening Walk around Lake St. Moritz

Explore lakeside nature walk, free and beautiful at sunset.

Free, 1h

08:30pm

Rest at Hotel

Early rest for next day.

Included, Overnight

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Day 5: St. Moritz Explore

St. Moritz, Switzerland on May 29, 2025

08:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Hotel breakfast included or prepare own food for budget saving.

Included or CHF5, 1h

09:00am

Public Bus to Muottas Muragl

Take local bus and funicular up to Muottas Muragl for stunning panoramic views (round trip approx CHF25).

CHF25, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch Picnic

Buy supplies from Coop supermarket in St. Moritz for picnic to save money and eat healthily.

CHF10 per person, 1h

02:00pm

Visit Engadine Museum

Local free or low-cost museum to learn about regional culture (approx CHF5).

CHF5, 1h

03:30pm

Explore St. Moritz Town

Free time to stroll the town centre, lakeside promenade, and relax before dinner.

Free, 2h

06:00pm

Dinner at Pizzeria Caruso

Casual dining with affordable pizzas and salads, family friendly.

CHF20 per person, 1.5h

08:00pm

Return to Hotel & Sleep

Restful night for travel next day.

Included, Overnight

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Day 6: Travel to Milan

St. Moritz to Milan, Italy on May 30, 2025

07:30am

Early Breakfast / Pack

Eat at hotel or prepare own for trip.

Included or CHF5, 0.5h

08:30am

Bernina Express / Train to Milan

Reverse route Bernina Express to Tirano, then Trenord train to Milan Central (~total 4h 15m, EUR40 per person). Book early for best prices.

EUR40, 4h15m

01:00pm

Check-in Budget Hotel in Milan

Book a budget-friendly family accommodation such as B&B Hotel Milano San Siro (EUR60 per night family room). Check-in from 2 pm, luggage can be stored earlier.

EUR60, 0.5h