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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7 Day Munich And Zurich Including Grindelwald ,Interlaken and Neuschwanstein
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The accommodations were great and central to everything. The daily communication with the itinerary for the following day was really helpful."
Mary, traveled in September
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Munich, Grindelwald, Interlaken, Zurich
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
GrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+2 more
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English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
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Paris and Switzerland (stay in Zurich) in 8 days
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"The planners from TourRadar at WiseYatra were very communicative leading up to the trip via WhatsApp."
Kelly, traveled in June
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Paris, Zurich, Interlaken, Mount Titlis
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
Swiss Alps Alps
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English
Operator
WiseYatra
5% Off
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NZ$3,745per person
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6 Days Trip to Switzerland (Stay in Zurich and Interlaken)
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Zurich, Interlaken
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
GrindelwaldSwiss AlpsBernese HighlandsAlps+3 more
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English
Operator
WiseYatra
14% Off
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NZ$3,390per person
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Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria (Bern to Innsbruck) (2025)
4.6 (59 traveler reviews)
"The hotels were good, clean, good breakfast, and very well situated. The transportation was good."
David, traveled in November
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Switzerland Liechtenstein Austria Germany
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Swiss Alps AlpsBavaria+1 more
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English
Operator
Collette
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NZ$6,349per person
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Glacier Express & Porsche 911 Rail & Drive Experience
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Switzerland Austria Italy
Age Range
Ages 25+
Mountain
Swiss Alps Alps
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English
Operator
EPIKdrives
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NZ$16,759per person
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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
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Zurich, Entlebuch, Thun, Interlaken, Innertkirchen,Obergoms,Andermatt,Oberalp Pass,Disentis,Chur,St Moritz,Zernez,Stelvio,Bormio,Bernina District+10 more
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Ages 23+
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Swiss Alps Alps
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English
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EPIKdrives
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Treasures of Europe from London to Rome (London to Rome) (2025)
4.7 (37 traveler reviews)
Duration
14 days
Destinations
England France Switzerland Italy Vatican City (Holy See)+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Swiss Alps SeinePo Lake Como+2 more
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English
Operator
Collette
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Definitive Switzerland Private Tour
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Zurich, St Moritz, Zermatt, Montreux, Interlaken, Bern
Age Range
Ages 12+
Mountain
Swiss Alps Alps
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English
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Firebird Tours
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Heart of Switzerland
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lucerne, Engelberg, Grindelwald, Bern
Age Range
Ages 19+
Mountain
Swiss Alps Alps
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English
Operator
Firebird Tours
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NZ$7,243per person
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Golf and Wellness Retreat in Switzerland 7Days/ 6 Nights (Luxury)
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7 days
Destinations
Lucerne, Zermatt, St Moritz, Zurich
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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Swiss Alps Alps
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English
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Across Africa Tours & Travel
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5 Day Zurich including Lake ferry, Cable Car, Mount Rigi, Grindelwald and Interlaken
4.4 (11 traveler reviews)
"Switzerland was very beautiful, people were nice, our tour agency very informative and organize."
Carlos, traveled in April
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Zurich, Grindelwald, Interlaken
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
GrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+2 more
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English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
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Switzerland’s Lakes, Mountains & Rails
4.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"I cannot recommend him enough! This was our first trip with Tours of Distinction and we look forward to booking more!"
Katherine, traveled in July
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Zurich, Murren, Wengen, Grindelwald, Meiringen, Lucerne
Age Range
Ages 12+
Mountain
GrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+2 more
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English
Operator
Tours of Distinction
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Scenic Switzerland Train Tour with Glacier Express, Daily Departure
4.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"I recommend Tour Radar to my friends."
Bashar, traveled in July
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Jungfrau, Zermatt, Matterhorn,St Moritz+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
Swiss Alps Alps
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English
Operator
Agate Travel
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NZ$8,364per person
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Customized 5 Days Luxury Swiss Family Tour, Private Guide
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Zurich, Interlaken, Jungfrau, Grindelwald
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
GrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+2 more
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English
Operator
Agate Travel
7% Off
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NZ$8,934per person
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Active Swiss Alps
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Lauterbrunnen
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Mountain
Mount EigerGrindelwaldSwiss AlpsAlps+3 more
Operated in
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Operator
Contiki
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NZ$845per person
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