Swiss Alps Tours for Solo Travelers
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10 best Swiss Alps solo travel packages
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- Heart of Switzerland
- Definitive Switzerland Private Tour
- Golf and Wellness Retreat in Switzerland 7Days/ 6 Nights (Luxury)
- Swiss Alps Mountain Driving Tour including Furka Pass: Pre-set sat-nav guided
- Treasures of Europe from London to Rome (London to Rome) (2025)
- Active Swiss Alps
- Cross-country Skiing in Kandersteg
- Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains featuring a cruise on Lake Maggiore and scenic trains in Switzerland & Italy (Lake Maggiore to Lucerne) (2026)
- Alpine Cruise Rail Hiking
- Glacier Express a La Carte - St. Moritz - Zermatt - St. Moritz
Duration 8 days Destinations Lucerne, Engelberg, Grindelwald, Bern Age Range Ages 19+ Group Size Max Group Size 100 Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Firebird Tours From
- NZ$7,303
Duration 12 days Destinations Zurich, St Moritz, Zermatt, Montreux, Interlaken, Bern Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 100 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Firebird Tours From
- NZ$15,617
Duration 7 days Destinations Lucerne, Zermatt, St Moritz, Zurich Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 20 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
- NZ$17,391
Swiss Alps Mountain Driving Tour including Furka Pass: Pre-set sat-nav guided
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The 718 GTS 4.0 cabrio, was more fun than we expected, and the 'Big Three' Pass tour fulfilled a few driving fantasies.”
Arthur, traveled in June
Duration 4 days Destinations Zurich, Entlebuch, Oberhofen, Interlaken, Innertkirchen, Obergoms, Andermatt, Altdorf, Linthal Age Range Ages 23+ Group Size Max Group Size 2 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator EPIKdrives From
- NZ$5,047
Guided walks through Lucerne's Chapel Bridge and optional Mount Pilatus excursions await. The welcoming Radisson Blu Hotel in Andermatt hosts group dinners. Scenic train rides showcase spectacular Alpine scenery.
Duration 14 days Destinations England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Vatican City (Holy See) Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $9,749
3% Off- NZ$9,449You save $300
Duration 4 days Destinations Lauterbrunnen Age Range Ages 18-35 Group Size Max Group Size 20 Group Type Group Room Type Shared Operator Contiki From
3% Off- NZ$845
Marked trails lead from Kandersteg to the snow-sure Oeschinensee plateau, perfect for independent explorers. The Seiler's Vintage Hotel provides single rooms and social spaces, with flexible scheduling and optional ski school lessons.
Duration 8 days Destinations Kandersteg Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
3% Off- NZ$2,708
Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains featuring a cruise on Lake Maggiore and scenic trains in Switzerland & Italy (Lake Maggiore to Lucerne) (2026)
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 10 days Destinations Lake Maggiore, Zermatt, St Moritz, Lucerne Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $8,999
4% Off- NZ$8,649You save $350
The Swiss Alps open up for solo travelers with alternative daily hikes ranging from 4.5km to 14km. Routes stretch from Muottas Muragl to Segantinihutte, while the Diavolezza region provides opportunities to meet fellow hikers at mountain restaurants.
Duration 6 days Destinations Chur, Arosa, Reichenau, Scheidegg, Filisur, Preda, St Moritz, Pontresina, Morteratsch, SurlejSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator DERTOUR From
4% Off- NZ$2,597
The Glacier Express carries travelers from St. Moritz to Zermatt, crossing 291 bridges and reaching 2,033m at Oberalp Pass. Single room options and flexible departure dates make this Swiss Alps adventure ideal for solo travelers.
Duration 3 days Destinations St Moritz, Zermatt Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator DERTOUR From
4% Off- NZ$1,894
What our customers ask about Swiss Alps Tours for Solo Travelers
What's included in evening meals on Swiss Alps tours?
Tour packages typically cover daily breakfasts and several group dinners that feature Swiss dishes. The Seiler's Vintage Hotel in Kandersteg serves traditional foods like fondue and raclette as part of their half-board option. These meals create natural gathering points for tour groups. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The group dinners were a highlight - sharing fondue and local wines at Hotel Allalin really helped everyone bond."
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to visit the Swiss Alps?
The main travel season runs from June through September when Lucerne and Interlaken buzz with group tours and shared activities. Winter brings opportunities to join group ski sessions in places like Andermatt and Mount Pilatus from December to March. The quieter months of April-May and October-November still offer good group activities around Lake Lucerne and Bernese Oberland but with fewer tourists. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Visiting in July was perfect - the weather was ideal for hiking group excursions and there were so many other solo travelers to connect with especially during the Mount Pilatus excursion."
Are there dedicated single rooms available on Swiss Alps tours?
Single rooms are widely available on Swiss tours but expect to pay a supplement fee ranging from $300 to $600 USD. Places like Hotel Stockalperhof in Brig and Hotel Allalin in Saas-Fee offer well-appointed rooms for one. One TourRadar reviewer shared: "I opted for a single room at Hotel Alfa Soleil in Kandersteg - it was cozy and gave me privacy while still being able to join group activities."
What's the typical group size for solo travelers on Swiss Alps Mountain tours?
Tours generally keep numbers between 8 and 16 people creating an easy environment to meet others. Hotels like Laudinella in St. Moritz and Blumlisalp in Kandersteg support this social atmosphere with shared spaces where travelers naturally gather. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The small group size made it easy to get to know everyone and our guide helped create a really fun dynamic among solo travelers."
Which areas of Swiss Alps are most solo traveler-friendly?
Grindelwald Interlaken and Lucerne stand out for their strong public transport links and group activity options. The car-free village of Wengen draws many independent travelers particularly around the social hub of Hotel Edelweiss. According to a TourRadar review: "Grindelwald was perfect for meeting other travelers - between the scenic railway journeys and group hikes it was so easy to connect with people while enjoying the incredible Alpine views."
How safe is it to travel alone in the Swiss Alps?
Switzerland's mountain regions rank among the safest destinations for solo travel. The combination of clear trail markers reliable trains and car-free towns like Wengen and Murren creates a secure environment. As one TourRadar reviewer mentioned: "As a solo female traveler I felt completely safe everywhere - from hiking trails to evening walks in Grindelwald. The Swiss transport system is incredibly reliable."