Bern Tours and Trips

The trip was an awesome adventure. Our Contiki guide was extremely fun and personable. He made the trip an absolute blast, and if I were to do another Contiki trip, I would hope to have him again! Shoutout <3 The only feedback I have is that the canyon swing is a bit too expensive for what it is, although I understand that may not be something Contiki can control. Also, if you opt to do the canyon swing, you have less time to enjoy the mountain and its attractions. I did not do the canyon swing, and so I was able to explore all the mountain had to offer, toboggan on top of the mountain without rush, and do my own hike from one train station down to another, which was one of my trip highlights even though it was not part of the itinerary. Thanks for an amazing time!

Even though the weather wasn't ideal, this trip was spectacular. The hikes were unbelievably beautiful, and the people were just amazing. Shoutout to , our tour manager, who made everything so much better.

I recently returned from the Active Alps Contiki trip and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The scenery was nothing short of breathtaking—endless dreamy views everywhere you looked. The guided hike was a highlight for me, both enjoyable and well-organized. It was also a huge relief not to have to plan a hiking route myself. Everything was arranged, which let me fully enjoy the experience without the usual stress of logistics. The itinerary was a great balance of activity and downtime, and the group atmosphere was fun and supportive. It’s the perfect choice for solo travelers or anyone looking to explore the Alps in an active but accessible way. However, there were a couple of downsides that are worth mentioning. The included dinners were disappointing—food quality was low, and surprisingly, Contiki seems to be aware of this issue yet hasn’t taken steps to improve it. For a trip of this caliber, better meals should be a given. Also, there was a lack of clarity around the optional excursion to Jungfrau on the second day. At the time of booking, it wasn’t made clear that this wasn’t included in the overall cost. The £175 fee came as a surprise, especially when trying to stick to a budget. While Contiki has since updated their website to reflect this, it was disappointing that the oversight impacted my planning. Overall, I’d still highly recommend the trip for its stunning natural beauty and ease of travel. Just be prepared for a few unexpected costs and manage expectations around the food.

Our trip to Switzerland through this travel specialist, had some great highlights as well as some disappointing features. It would be difficult not to enjoy being surrounded by the most majestic mountains in the world. The group we traveled with were fun and interesting too! The tour, as laid out by the tour company, had some areas that need improvement.