The Alpine Pass Route

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We hiked The Alpine Pass Route in Switzerland, and it was wonderful. It was more beautiful than anything I could have imagined. Everything worked out perfectly.

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14 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

20 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Strenuous

Highly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

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Ends

Engelberg, Switzerland

Saanen, Switzerland

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Highlights

Take in some of the very best mountain scenery Switzerland has to offer, including little-used paths

Challenging walk with breathtaking panoramic vistas that will more than make up for it

Variety of passes to cross, from easy to challenging

Conveniently located accommodation full of Swiss charm and character

3 Free days set aside for optional day walks, relaxing or sightseeing

Option to shorten some long days using lifts and cablecars

Spectacular alternative walking holiday to the Tour de Mont Blanc

Crossing the Grosse Scheidegg & the Hohturli, and impressive peaks of the Jungfrau, Monch and Eiger

Start in Engelberg, finish in Saanen

Option to shorten some long days using lifts and cablecars

Spectacular alternative walking holiday to the Tour de Mont Blanc

Crossing the Grosse Scheidegg & the Hohturli, and impressive peaks of the Jungfrau, Monch and Eiger

Start in Engelberg, finish in Saanen

Itinerary

Set your sights on Switzerland’s most stunning vistas with the 'Alpine Pass Route'—a 14-day self-guided walking journey that ranks among Europe’s premier alpine adventures. Starting in Engelberg and concluding in Saanen, this trip traverses the heart of the Bernese Oberland, guiding you over legendary mountain passes, through flower-filled valleys, and into charming alpine villages.

The route’s moderate-to-challenging sections are balanced by the availability of lifts and cablecars, enabling you to tailor each day’s hike to your comfort level. Overnight stays in well-connected locations ensure flexibility, even in unpredictable mountain weather, and three built-in free days allow for extra exploration or relaxation. Highlights include views of Switzerland’s iconic peaks and the opportunity to visit attractions like the Jungfraujoch.

What sets this tour apart is its seamless blend of natural beauty, cultural encounters, and logistical convenience—making it accessible to fit, experienced travelers and seniors who crave both challenge and flexibility. For those who dream of classic alpine trekking paired with Swiss hospitality, the Alpine Pass Route is a walk to remember.

day 1Arrive Engelberg

Engelberg (1002m) is a beautifully situated mountain resort with a 12th century Benedictine monastery, which has the largest organ in Switzerland. If you arrive early in the day, there are possible walks using lifts to Brunni or Furenalp.

Accommodation

Hotel Banklialp - a comfortable 3* hotel close to this Alpine village and right at the start of our walk.

Meals

Dinner

day 2Engelberg to Engstlenalp 11.1 km /7 miles, 4.5 h

day 3Engstlenalp to Meiringen 18 km/11.1 miles, 4.5 h

day 4Meiringen to Grindelwald 21 km/13 miles, 7.5 h

day 5Free day in Grindelwald

day 6Grindelwald to Lauterbrunnen 22.6 km/14 miles, 6.3 h

day 7Free day in Lauterbrunnen

day 8Lauterbrunnen to Griesalp/Golderli 21 km/ 13 miles, 9.5 h, can be shortened

day 9Griesalp-Golderli to Kandersteg 16.6 km/10.3 miles, 7.5 h

day 10Free day in Kandersteg

day 11Kandersteg to Adelboden 16.8 km/10.4 miles, 6.5 h

day 12Adelboden to Lenk 14 km/8.7 miles, 5 h

day 13Lenk to Saanen 14 km/8.7 miles, 5 h

day 14Arrangements end after breakfast

What's Included

Accommodation

11 nights accommodation in 2* & 3* hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities & 2 nights in mountain huts (dormitory style if the private rooms are already full when you book)

Meals

13 breakfasts, 7 dinners

Others

Luggage transfer (1 bag per person not weighing anymore than 20kg).Digital information pack including navigational appEmergency hotlineGPS Files on request

What's Excluded

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