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Swiss Alpine Hiking Adventure
OVERVIEW
Swiss Alpine Hiking Adventure
September 5 - 14, 2026
From $4,315 USD / $5,825 CAD
Join tour leaders Len and Mary Friesen on a memorable 10-day adventure through the Swiss Alps, where breathtaking landscapes and charming mountain villages await. This tour offers a perfect mix of outdoor exploration and ease of travel, with the iconic Swiss train system providing comfortable and scenic connections between destinations like Zurich, Mürren, Grindelwald, and Lucerne.
Len & Mary Friesen
Tour Experts
10 Days
Duration
Switzerland
Countries Visited
Energetic
Activity Level
Trip Highlights
Discover the Heart of the Alps – Experience Switzerland’s breathtaking landscapes, from snow-capped peaks to peaceful valleys.
Travel by Scenic Train – Enjoy effortless connections and panoramic views aboard Switzerland’s world-class rail system.
Hike the Bernese Oberland – Explore pristine trails around Mürren and Grindelwald, surrounded by iconic alpine beauty.
Explore Charming Swiss Towns – Wander through Zurich’s vibrant streets and Lucerne’s lakeside charm.
Journey with Len & Mary Friesen – Benefit from insightful leadership and shared moments of fellowship in an unforgettable alpine adventure.
DAY 1 • September 5, 2026
Zurich
Arrival in Zurich
Arrive in Zurich. After settling in, enjoy a walking tour of Zurich’s Alstadt, including the iconic Grossmünster. In the evening, join the group for a welcome and orientation session.
DAY 2 • September 6, 2026
Grindelwald
Travel to Grindelwald
Take a morning train to Grindelwald, where you’ll receive an orientation to the valley and the three great peaks which dominate it: the Eiger, the Mönch and the Jungfrau. Weather permitting, take the gondola to First with option to hike to the stunning Bachalpsee, a crystal-clear lake nestled in the mountains. This is your gateway to 6 days of exploration between Mürren and Grindelwald.
DAY 3 • September 7, 2026
Grindelwald
Hiking in the Grindelwald Area
Using your 3-day regional pass, explore more of Grindelwald, such as the gondola ride and walk to Kleine Scheidegg and a visit to Wengen before returning by gondola Grindelwald. For those interested, there’s an optional excursion to Jungfraujoch, the “Top of Europe,” available at an additional cost.
DAY 4 • September 8, 2026
Grindelwald
Exploring the Berner Oberland around Grindelwald
Enjoy another day of hiking around Grindelwald via your Berner Oberland pass, with options ranging from easy to advanced. One possible trail is the hike to Berghaus Bäregg, offering spectacular views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. It is also possible to spend the entire day riding gondolas and funiculars with your pass to soak in the alpine scenery.
DAY 5 • September 9, 2026
Mürren
Mürren and the Lauterbrunnen Valley | B, D
Spend the morning strolling through the shops of Grindelwald, or take one of the many gondola rides in the area, or a hike that is still on your radar. Then, in the afternoon, take a scenic train ride from Grindelwald to Mürren. After settling in, enjoy an orientation to the stunning Mürren area as we walk through this car-free village.
DAY 6 • September 10, 2026
Mürren
Hiking and the Schilthorn Gondola
Choose from a variety of hiking options based on your interest, from easy walks to more challenging hikes. Weather permitting, we’ll take the Schilthorn gondola to Piz Gloria, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from the Skyline View Platform.
DAY 7 • September 11, 2026
Mürren
More hikes in the Berner Oberland
If the weather did not permit on Day 6, this will be the day for the Schilthorn Gondola. Otherwise, hike one of the many trails above the dramatic Lauterbrunnen valley, from easy to challenging. One possibility is the trail that ends at the scenic Rotstockhütte.
DAY 8 • September 12, 2026
Lucerne
From Mürren to Lucerne
After breakfast, and a final stroll around Mürren, take a scenic train ride to Lucerne (about 2.5 hours), considered by many to be the most beautiful city in Switzerland. We will settle into our centrally situated hotel and receive an orientation to the city and region.
DAY 9 • September 13, 2026
Lucerne
Free day in Lucerne
Enjoy a day in Lucerne, with its beautiful lake and the mountains all at your fingertips. The choice is yours, though your leaders will lay out the options and help you find your way. You might walk through Lucerne’s medieval old town, including its medieval wall, the restored Chapel Bridge or the Baroque and the Renaissance churches. Or take on the “Golden Round Trip” to Mount Pilatus. Or Mount Rigi. Or explore the shops. Or sit in a café and marvel at all you’ve seen.
DAY 10 • September 14, 2026
Lucerne
Departure
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Lucerne before departing for home or adding an additional tour experience.
Pricing
Registration By:
Early Bird Rate until March 5, 2026
After March 5, 2026
Double Occupancy:
$4,315 USD | $5,825 CAD
$4,690 USD | $6,325 CAD
Single Occupancy:
$5,265 USD | $7,110 CAD
$5,640 USD | $7,610 CAD
Inclusions
Accommodations in quality 3–4 star properties in excellent locations
All breakfasts and 8 dinners with water included
Train transportation from Zurich → Grindelwald → Mürren → Lucerne
3-day Berner Oberland Pass, providing access to gondolas and trains + Round trip pass on Day 2
Swiss Half-Fare Card
Expert tour leaders to guide your journey
Gratuities for all included group meals
Exclusions
Pre-tour accommodations, meals, and transportation (e.g., 24-hour Zurich transit pass)
International airfare and airport transfers
Additional transportation including local city transit
9 lunches and 1 dinner, beverages with meals
Any services or activities not specifically mentioned above
Visas (if required)
TOUR EXPERTS
Len & Mary Friesen
Historian · Writer · Educators · Adventurers
Leonard (Len) and Mary Friesen are seasoned tour leaders with TourMagination. They first discovered the Berner Oberland (the heart of the 2026 Swiss hiking adventure on offer) in 2000 when they took their three children on a “Grand European backpacking Tour”. The mountains and valleys around Grindelwald and Mürren were the highlights of the whole family trip that year.
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