Swiss Alps from Zurich Airport: Zermatt, Jungfrau and Hidden Gems
Four days of glacier trails, panoramic gondolas, and alpine stillness beyond the tourist trail
This Swiss Alps guided hiking tour takes you deep into the Saas-Fee valley, a glacier-ringed sanctuary that remains refreshingly uncrowded while offering some of the most dramatic high-altitude scenery in the Alps. Over four days, a local guide leads you across terrain that rewards curiosity over speed.
The journey begins in Lucerne, where you explore the old town and waterfront before heading toward the peaks. An optional ride on the Stoos funicular, the steepest in the world, sets the tone for the engineering marvels woven throughout this itinerary.
From Saas-Grund, gondolas carry you to elevations above 3,200 m, where glacier trails open onto views that stretch across four countries on a clear day. Nights alternate between a comfortable 3-star hotel and a mountain hut at 3,030 m, placing you directly inside the landscape rather than at its edge.
The Metro Alpin, the highest underground funicular on the planet, delivers you to the Mittelallalin station at 3,500 m, where a revolving restaurant completes a panoramic lunch unlike any other in Switzerland. The pace throughout is deliberately measured, making this suitable for fit walkers rather than technical climbers.
Tour Highlights
Ride the Metro Alpin, the highest underground funicular in the world, to Mittelallalin at 3,500 m.
Panoramic gondola ascent to Hohsaas at 3,200 m with sweeping views over the Saas valley and surrounding glaciers.
Lunch at Switzerland's highest revolving restaurant, offering a full 360-degree alpine panorama at altitude.
One night in a high-altitude mountain hut at 3,030 m for an authentic alpine overnight experience.
All Swiss public transport included, covering gondolas, funiculars, and intercity connections throughout the tour.
Optional excursions to Zermatt, the Gornergrat railway, and the car-free village of Murren on the final day.
Scenic descent from Langfluh through open alpine terrain with wildflower meadows and glacier views at every turn.
Itinerary
Collect from Zurich Airport and travel to Lucerne for a guided visit of the old town and Lake Uri shoreline. An optional ride on the Stoos funicular, the steepest funicular in the world, is available before continuing to Saas-Grund, where dinner is served at the hotel.
A panoramic gondola carries the group to Hohsaas at 3,200 m, where glacier views define the horizon in every direction. The day continues with a scenic descent from Langfluh across open alpine terrain before returning to the hotel for dinner in Saas-Grund.
Board the Metro Alpin to Mittelallalin at 3,500 m and take a full rotating lunch at the world's highest revolving restaurant. The afternoon involves a guided hike down through alpine wilderness before an overnight stay in a mountain hut at 3,030 m.
The final day offers optional visits to Zermatt with access to the Gornergrat rack railway, or a journey to Murren, the famous car-free cliff village above the Lauterbrunnen valley. The group returns to Zurich Airport in the evening.
What Is Included
Included
- Local English-speaking mountain guide throughout
- All Swiss public transport, gondolas, and funiculars
- Two nights in a 3-star hotel in Saas-Grund
- One night in a high-altitude mountain hut at 3,030 m
- Breakfast and dinner on all included nights
- Panoramic lunch at the revolving restaurant at 3,500 m
- Small group experience with personalised attention
Not Included
- International flights to and from Zurich
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional excursions to Zermatt, Gornergrat, or Murren
- Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary
Important Information
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