Why Are The Swiss Alps So Special Compared to Other European Mountains?

The Swiss Alps are really something else - they've got these incredible peaks and massive glaciers but what makes them truly unique is how easy they are to explore. You can actually get around year-round thanks to their amazing transport system. The villages are just picture-perfect tucked into these stunning valleys and there's this fascinating mix of French Italian and German culture that you won't find anywhere else.

How Do You Get Around the Swiss Alps?

The mountain railways are absolutely fantastic - you've got to try the Glacier Express it's an 8-hour journey between Zermatt and St Moritz with views that'll blow you away. The Golden Pass Line connects Lucerne to Interlaken and if you're up for driving there's this amazing route through 9 mountain passes including Furka and Stelvio. The cable cars zip you right up to the high spots and if you want complete freedom grab a car with GPS and explore those scenic passes at your own pace.

Where Can You Find Hidden Gems Away From the Crowds?

You really need to check out Gasterntal it's this gorgeous hidden valley near Kandersteg that UNESCO recognized for good reason. Just hop on a 20-minute minibus from Kandersteg and you're there. The hiking trails are incredible with snow-fed waterfalls and meadows full of unique flowers. And don't miss Blausee - it's just an hour's walk to reach this mystical blue lake with the clearest water you'll ever see.

Swiss Alps Tours & Trips

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Hiking & Trekking Camping Mountain Hikes Explorer +2
Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn
4.8 (28 traveler reviews)
"The 'Haute Route' through the mountains of France and Switzerland is a fantastic two weeks of spectacular scenery."
Peter, traveled in July
Destinations
Chamonix, Aiguille du Midi, Champex-Lac, Verbier,Les Haudères,St Niklaus,Randa,Zermatt+4 more
Age Range
18 to 99 year olds
Regions
Valais Haute RouteSwiss AlpsAlps+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Exodus Adventure Travels
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Duration
15 days
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Explorer Family Educational Sightseeing Historical +2
Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria (Bern to Innsbruck) (2025)
4.7 (53 traveler reviews)
Destinations
Switzerland Liechtenstein Austria Germany
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Regions
Bavaria Swiss AlpsAlps+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Collette
6% Off
Duration
10 days
From $5,999
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Explorer Family Christmas & New Year +1
4 Day Zurich,Grindelwald and Interlaken
Destinations
Zurich, Grindelwald, Interlaken
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Mountain
GrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
6% Off
Duration
4 days
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Hiking & Trekking Family Mountain Hikes +1
Haute Route - Switzerland Hike
4.3 (2 traveler reviews)
"The food in las heurdes hotel was terrible."
rupinder, traveled in July
Destinations
Le Chable, Les Haudères, Oberems, Zermatt
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Regions
Valais Swiss AlpsAlps+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
UTracks
6% Off
Duration
7 days
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NZ$3,190
$400 now + easy payments of $698
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In-depth Cultural
Switzerland’s Lakes, Mountains & Rails
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"Everything was above board and exceeded our expectations. Not that we had many!"
Debra, traveled in October
Destinations
Zurich, Murren, Wengen, Grindelwald, Meiringen, Lucerne
Age Range
12 to 99 year olds
Mountain
GrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Tours of Distinction
6% Off
Duration
8 days
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Explorer Family Sightseeing Historical +1
Treasures of Europe from London to Rome (London to Rome) (2025)
4.7 (37 traveler reviews)
Destinations
England France Switzerland Italy Vatican City (Holy See)+1 more
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Regions
Swiss Alps SeinePo Lake Como+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Collette
6% Off
Duration
14 days
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NZ$8,999
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Explorer Sightseeing
Active Swiss Alps
Destinations
Lauterbrunnen
Age Range
18 to 35 year olds
Mountain
Mount EigerGrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Contiki
15% Off
Duration
4 days
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Explorer Self Drive
Swiss Alps Mountain Passes Driving Tour & Stelvio (Italy): Pre-set sat-nav guided
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"We are enjoying very much. I am highly recommend to you."
Gultida, traveled in August
Destinations
Zurich, Entlebuch, Thun, Interlaken, Innertkirchen,Obergoms,Andermatt,Oberalp Pass,Disentis,Chur,St Moritz,Zernez,Stelvio,Bormio,Bernina District+10 more
Age Range
23 to 99 year olds
Mountain
Swiss Alps Alps
Operated in
English
Operator
EPIKdrives
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Duration
7 days
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Explorer Family Train & Rail Sightseeing Christmas & New Year +2
Scenic Switzerland Train Tour with Glacier Express, Daily Departure
Destinations
Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Jungfrau, Zermatt, Matterhorn,St Moritz+1 more
Age Range
1 to 99 year olds
Mountain
Swiss Alps Alps
Operated in
English
Operator
Agate Travel
15% Off
Duration
8 days
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Hiking & Trekking Family Mountain Hikes +1
Matterhorn Circuit Hike
Destinations
St Niklaus, Gruben, Oberems, Zermatt
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Regions
Valais Swiss AlpsAlps+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
UTracks
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Duration
6 days
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