Switzerland Sightseeing Trips
Sightseeing trips in Switzerland. Looking to explore Switzerland on a sightseeing tour? We offer 10 sightseeing tours through-out Switzerland, backed by 40 reviews. All our trips are offered by expert trip designers and Switzerland destination experts, with trip durations ranging from 4 to 14 days.
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Discover our best Sightseeing tours in Switzerland, based on reviews and times booked.
Curated by Tomaz Martinek
Switzerland travel expert at Bookmundi
Experience Zurich and beyond on the 'Switzerland' trip, an 8-day sightseeing tour designed for senior travelers. This guided group journey ensures your comfort with included accommodation, transport, and meals. The standout feature is the accessible itinerary—providing an easy way to enjoy Switzerland’s landscapes and cultural highlights without strenuous activity.
8 days
A comfortably paced self guided walk between France and Italy taking in the highlights of the Mont Blanc region. Specially devised for hikers who like to 'smell the roses' en route to the next comfortable gîte or mountain refuge, this relaxed walk around Mont Blanc still takes in the vistas for which the Tour du Mont Blanc is so famous. The walk traverses high passes, meadows brimming with alpine flowers and wanders through typical mountain villages. There is ample time to stop and take in the stunning scenery, enjoy a picnic of local ingredients and absorb the alpine culture as you make your way to the next accommodation. This is relaxed alpine hiking at its best
7 days
Craving an adrenaline rush amidst awe-inspiring landscapes? The "Active Swiss Alps" trip is your four-day passport to adventure. Starting and ending in Bern, this group journey leads young adults through Lauterbrunnen’s dramatic valleys, offering epic cable car rides, thrilling hikes, and even the chance to summit one of Europe’s highest peaks. Share home-cooked meals perched on rocky cliffs and enjoy camaraderie with fellow explorers. The real highlight? A perfect blend of active pursuits and jaw-dropping alpine scenery, tailor-made for those who want their Swiss Alps experience to be both challenging and unforgettable.
4 days
Discover the cultural richness and alpine majesty of the Monte Rosa region on this 8-day self-guided hiking adventure from Pont-Saint-Martin to Anderbatt. Designed for experienced travelers and seniors with a taste for moderate trekking, the route traverses the Gressoney Valley—home to the Walser people and their enduring traditions.
Hike through wild forests, traditional villages, and high mountain passes, with sweeping views of Monte Rosa, Western Europe’s second-highest peak. Enjoy stays in family-run accommodations and sample local cheeses and cuisine. The standout feature? Deep immersion in both natural beauty and living heritage, offering hikers a truly memorable alpine escape.
8 days
Walk along stunning sections of one of the world's most iconic mountain trails in the Swiss Alps. The scenic Swiss canton of Valais is one of the most magnificent mountain regions in Europe. It is an alpine network of valleys that lead off into beautiful and little-visited areas, some of which rarely see a tourist.
This 9-day hotel-based Swiss Valais trek, following part of the well-known Haute Route, visits these remote districts. Here, the hiking is of true alpine character and charming villages lie in lush, green meadows, dominated by rugged and dramatic mountain scenery. There is some very dramatic scenery on offer, Mount Colon, the Pigne de Arolla, the Dent Blanche, Weisshorn and Dom, not mentioning a huge range of peaks at the head of the Mittertal Valley including the Matterhorn, and Briethorn.
Although the Haute Route is popular, you will find that, compared to many other areas in Switzerland, most of the paths on this section are little trodden. This gives rise to an excellent variety of alpine flowers and frequent sightings of alpine animals. As you cross the linguistic frontier from French-speaking to German-speaking Switzerland you have a chance to practice both languages. Many people praise their stay on this tour at a rather eccentric Victorian hotel with some of the Alps’ finest views and the top-notch accommodation that we book for you.
9 days
One of Europe's most spectacular alpine walks showcasing Switzerland's most famous peaks. This two-week walking holiday easily ranks in quality with the popular Tour de Mont Blanc, following the most impressive section of one of Switzerland’s most classic alpine routes.
Crossing through alpine regions such as the incomparable Bernese Oberland, the walk will take you over many passes, some a leisurely stroll, others a tougher proposition, but all offering their own spectacular visual rewards. Lush valleys with thickly wooded hillsides, unspoilt farming villages, deep-blue lakes and flower-decked chalets are among the classic Swiss scenes that you will come across.
Although there are some long days, lifts and cablecars can be used to shorten some of the walks. Overnight locations can all be reached by public transport in case of bad weather and, on three separate occasions, you have ‘free’ days to pursue optional walks or take in other attractions such as the famed Jungfraujoch.
This truly is Switzerland at its very best.
14 days
Walk beneath the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau for unrivalled panoramas of the Swiss Alps. This is a 'centre based' self-guided walking holiday in the Swiss Alps. Unpack only once in our inviting, independent 4* hotel in Meiringen and choose from a wide selection of walks to undertake in the next 6 days. Getting around in Switzerland is so easy that you can fill your time with excellent day walks.
Meiringen is the perfect centre for walking holidays for all grades. There are over 300km of well-marked footpaths, which range from gentle strolls to high ridges and even glacier exploring. In spring you can follow the melting snows into meadows of glorious Alpine flowers. In summer the high ridges and rugged glacial scenery become accessible. In autumn the landscape is painted with a riot of colour as the first frosts come. The potential for walking is limitless and our team have prepared for you route notes, maps and GPX files for the best routes in the area. Come rain or shine and whatever level of fitness you prefer each day, there'll be a suitable route to choose from.
Meiringen has none of the trappings of mass tourism. It is a small market town with excellent shops, banks and facilities. Thankfully, it remains unspoiled and very Swiss. The local people are welcoming, kind and hospitable.
The Alpine town is a natural transport hub situated at the convergence of three of Switzerland’s major passes. From here it is possible to set out each day in a different direction using the incredible network of cable cars, postbuses and mountain railways. You can reach the high places quickly and easily without the necessity of long uphill climbs out of the valley.
*Meiringen is on the main railway line from Luzern to Interlaken and trains run to and from those towns on an hourly timetable. Interlaken is a 30-minute journey and Luzern is 1 hour 10 minutes. Transfers from Zürich airport are a pleasure with the last leg of the journey into the mountains possible on the spectacular narrow-gauge Brünig line. (Departures will vary as the Interlaken route is more direct). Meiringen is also the centre for Postbus routes in the Eastern Oberland.
8 days
A quieter classic Alpine walk in Kandersteg and around the Wildstrubel Circuit between the Valais (French speaking) and Bernese Oberland (German) staying in hotels. This is a one-week, 'quieter' hotel trek in Switzerland, which starts and finishes at Kandersteg. Follow a circular route around the Wildstrubel and walk along two stages of the famous Alpine Pass Route. Throughout the hike, the scenery is expansive with views extending across the Oberland, to the 4000m peaks of the Valais, and down the Rhone valley.
You will use trails that have served since Roman times to link the German-speaking Bernese Oberland and the partly French-speaking Valais. Most notoriously there is the Gemmi Pass, which has been a principal route through the Alps for centuries. We will also cross the Rawyl, Lotschen and Hahnenmoos passes to link the attractive villages of Leukerbad, Crans, Lenk and Adelboden before completing our circuit in Kandersteg.
Our final pass, the Bundeschrinde, due to its beauty and position is perhaps the highlight of this walking holiday in Switzerland. The towering crags above the pass are a superb point for watching Chamoix (mountain antelope) prancing around upon the ledges.
You have an extra day in Kandersteg in which you can do a circular walk up to the Oeschinensee: a fantastic post glacial lake. Please talk to our team if you would like to add extra nights in some of the other places.
There are some long days but lifts and cable cars can sometimes be used to shorten some of the walks (not included in the tour price).
Before the rail tunnels were bored through the mountainsides and threaded through the adjacent valleys; the mountains formed a natural barrier. Kandersteg was a hamlet literally at the end of the road. Surprisingly a lot of the trade over the high passes before rail, was done in winter with heavy oxen-pulled sledges. There wasn't much work to be done on the land at that time of year and the sledges could move quite rapidly. On the other hand it was a very risky business and many were caught out on high passes in blizzards.
8 days
Experience the majesty of Switzerland’s mountains with 'Walking the Bernese Highlights East,' an eight-day trekking tour ideal for experienced hikers. Begin in Engelberg, ascending the Joch Pass and passing the turquoise waters of Trubsee Lake. The route winds above lush valleys, through picturesque villages like Meiringen and Grindelwald, and alongside glaciers that nourish countless mountain streams.
Each day brings a new highlight—Reichenbach Waterfall, the serene Rosenlaui valley, and panoramic views of the Eiger’s famed North Face before finishing in the car-free haven of Mürren. This self-guided tour includes comfortable hotels, authentic Swiss meals, and full logistical support. The tour’s USP lies in its immersive mountain experience, offering both challenging trails and the flexibility to extend your adventure or adjust for comfort as needed—a dream for true mountain lovers.
8 days
High in Switzerland’s Bernese Alps, challenge and reward go hand in hand on the eight-day 'Walking the Bernese Highlights West' trekking tour. Starting in Mürren, one of the Oberland’s most picturesque villages, this self-guided journey is tailored for seasoned hikers seeking dramatic mountain scenery and an active escape. Ascend the Sefinenfurgge and Hohturli passes for jaw-dropping views of the Bluemlisalp massif, glaciers, and turquoise Lake Oeschinensee.
Trek through wildflower-strewn valleys, cross into remote hamlets like Griesalp and Adelboden, and pass through alpine meadows to reach the stylish yet authentic resort town of Gstaad. While the route is demanding, public transport offers a safety net if you wish to skip a segment or if weather turns. Accommodations, meals, and logistical support are all included.
The trip’s unique selling point is its expertly crafted route—more challenging than its eastern counterpart—rewarding intrepid travelers with some of the most spectacular, unspoiled vistas in Europe and a true sense of alpine adventure.
8 days
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Curated by Tomaz Martinek
Switzerland travel expert at BookmundiCraving an adrenaline rush amidst awe-inspiring landscapes? The "Active Swiss Alps" trip is your four-day passport to adventure. Starting and ending in Bern, this group journey leads young adults through Lauterbrunnen’s dramatic valleys, offering epic cable car rides, thrilling hikes, and even the chance to summit one of Europe’s highest peaks. Share home-cooked meals perched on rocky cliffs and enjoy camaraderie with fellow explorers. The real highlight? A perfect blend of active pursuits and jaw-dropping alpine scenery, tailor-made for those who want their Swiss Alps experience to be both challenging and unforgettable.
4 days
Experience Zurich and beyond on the 'Switzerland' trip, an 8-day sightseeing tour designed for senior travelers. This guided group journey ensures your comfort with included accommodation, transport, and meals. The standout feature is the accessible itinerary—providing an easy way to enjoy Switzerland’s landscapes and cultural highlights without strenuous activity.
8 days
A comfortably paced self guided walk between France and Italy taking in the highlights of the Mont Blanc region. Specially devised for hikers who like to 'smell the roses' en route to the next comfortable gîte or mountain refuge, this relaxed walk around Mont Blanc still takes in the vistas for which the Tour du Mont Blanc is so famous. The walk traverses high passes, meadows brimming with alpine flowers and wanders through typical mountain villages. There is ample time to stop and take in the stunning scenery, enjoy a picnic of local ingredients and absorb the alpine culture as you make your way to the next accommodation. This is relaxed alpine hiking at its best
7 days
Discover the cultural richness and alpine majesty of the Monte Rosa region on this 8-day self-guided hiking adventure from Pont-Saint-Martin to Anderbatt. Designed for experienced travelers and seniors with a taste for moderate trekking, the route traverses the Gressoney Valley—home to the Walser people and their enduring traditions.
Hike through wild forests, traditional villages, and high mountain passes, with sweeping views of Monte Rosa, Western Europe’s second-highest peak. Enjoy stays in family-run accommodations and sample local cheeses and cuisine. The standout feature? Deep immersion in both natural beauty and living heritage, offering hikers a truly memorable alpine escape.
8 days
Walk along stunning sections of one of the world's most iconic mountain trails in the Swiss Alps. The scenic Swiss canton of Valais is one of the most magnificent mountain regions in Europe. It is an alpine network of valleys that lead off into beautiful and little-visited areas, some of which rarely see a tourist.
This 9-day hotel-based Swiss Valais trek, following part of the well-known Haute Route, visits these remote districts. Here, the hiking is of true alpine character and charming villages lie in lush, green meadows, dominated by rugged and dramatic mountain scenery. There is some very dramatic scenery on offer, Mount Colon, the Pigne de Arolla, the Dent Blanche, Weisshorn and Dom, not mentioning a huge range of peaks at the head of the Mittertal Valley including the Matterhorn, and Briethorn.
Although the Haute Route is popular, you will find that, compared to many other areas in Switzerland, most of the paths on this section are little trodden. This gives rise to an excellent variety of alpine flowers and frequent sightings of alpine animals. As you cross the linguistic frontier from French-speaking to German-speaking Switzerland you have a chance to practice both languages. Many people praise their stay on this tour at a rather eccentric Victorian hotel with some of the Alps’ finest views and the top-notch accommodation that we book for you.
9 days
One of Europe's most spectacular alpine walks showcasing Switzerland's most famous peaks. This two-week walking holiday easily ranks in quality with the popular Tour de Mont Blanc, following the most impressive section of one of Switzerland’s most classic alpine routes.
Crossing through alpine regions such as the incomparable Bernese Oberland, the walk will take you over many passes, some a leisurely stroll, others a tougher proposition, but all offering their own spectacular visual rewards. Lush valleys with thickly wooded hillsides, unspoilt farming villages, deep-blue lakes and flower-decked chalets are among the classic Swiss scenes that you will come across.
Although there are some long days, lifts and cablecars can be used to shorten some of the walks. Overnight locations can all be reached by public transport in case of bad weather and, on three separate occasions, you have ‘free’ days to pursue optional walks or take in other attractions such as the famed Jungfraujoch.
This truly is Switzerland at its very best.
14 days
A quieter classic Alpine walk in Kandersteg and around the Wildstrubel Circuit between the Valais (French speaking) and Bernese Oberland (German) staying in hotels. This is a one-week, 'quieter' hotel trek in Switzerland, which starts and finishes at Kandersteg. Follow a circular route around the Wildstrubel and walk along two stages of the famous Alpine Pass Route. Throughout the hike, the scenery is expansive with views extending across the Oberland, to the 4000m peaks of the Valais, and down the Rhone valley.
You will use trails that have served since Roman times to link the German-speaking Bernese Oberland and the partly French-speaking Valais. Most notoriously there is the Gemmi Pass, which has been a principal route through the Alps for centuries. We will also cross the Rawyl, Lotschen and Hahnenmoos passes to link the attractive villages of Leukerbad, Crans, Lenk and Adelboden before completing our circuit in Kandersteg.
Our final pass, the Bundeschrinde, due to its beauty and position is perhaps the highlight of this walking holiday in Switzerland. The towering crags above the pass are a superb point for watching Chamoix (mountain antelope) prancing around upon the ledges.
You have an extra day in Kandersteg in which you can do a circular walk up to the Oeschinensee: a fantastic post glacial lake. Please talk to our team if you would like to add extra nights in some of the other places.
There are some long days but lifts and cable cars can sometimes be used to shorten some of the walks (not included in the tour price).
Before the rail tunnels were bored through the mountainsides and threaded through the adjacent valleys; the mountains formed a natural barrier. Kandersteg was a hamlet literally at the end of the road. Surprisingly a lot of the trade over the high passes before rail, was done in winter with heavy oxen-pulled sledges. There wasn't much work to be done on the land at that time of year and the sledges could move quite rapidly. On the other hand it was a very risky business and many were caught out on high passes in blizzards.
8 days
Walk beneath the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau for unrivalled panoramas of the Swiss Alps. This is a 'centre based' self-guided walking holiday in the Swiss Alps. Unpack only once in our inviting, independent 4* hotel in Meiringen and choose from a wide selection of walks to undertake in the next 6 days. Getting around in Switzerland is so easy that you can fill your time with excellent day walks.
Meiringen is the perfect centre for walking holidays for all grades. There are over 300km of well-marked footpaths, which range from gentle strolls to high ridges and even glacier exploring. In spring you can follow the melting snows into meadows of glorious Alpine flowers. In summer the high ridges and rugged glacial scenery become accessible. In autumn the landscape is painted with a riot of colour as the first frosts come. The potential for walking is limitless and our team have prepared for you route notes, maps and GPX files for the best routes in the area. Come rain or shine and whatever level of fitness you prefer each day, there'll be a suitable route to choose from.
Meiringen has none of the trappings of mass tourism. It is a small market town with excellent shops, banks and facilities. Thankfully, it remains unspoiled and very Swiss. The local people are welcoming, kind and hospitable.
The Alpine town is a natural transport hub situated at the convergence of three of Switzerland’s major passes. From here it is possible to set out each day in a different direction using the incredible network of cable cars, postbuses and mountain railways. You can reach the high places quickly and easily without the necessity of long uphill climbs out of the valley.
*Meiringen is on the main railway line from Luzern to Interlaken and trains run to and from those towns on an hourly timetable. Interlaken is a 30-minute journey and Luzern is 1 hour 10 minutes. Transfers from Zürich airport are a pleasure with the last leg of the journey into the mountains possible on the spectacular narrow-gauge Brünig line. (Departures will vary as the Interlaken route is more direct). Meiringen is also the centre for Postbus routes in the Eastern Oberland.
8 days
Experience the majesty of Switzerland’s mountains with 'Walking the Bernese Highlights East,' an eight-day trekking tour ideal for experienced hikers. Begin in Engelberg, ascending the Joch Pass and passing the turquoise waters of Trubsee Lake. The route winds above lush valleys, through picturesque villages like Meiringen and Grindelwald, and alongside glaciers that nourish countless mountain streams.
Each day brings a new highlight—Reichenbach Waterfall, the serene Rosenlaui valley, and panoramic views of the Eiger’s famed North Face before finishing in the car-free haven of Mürren. This self-guided tour includes comfortable hotels, authentic Swiss meals, and full logistical support. The tour’s USP lies in its immersive mountain experience, offering both challenging trails and the flexibility to extend your adventure or adjust for comfort as needed—a dream for true mountain lovers.
8 days
High in Switzerland’s Bernese Alps, challenge and reward go hand in hand on the eight-day 'Walking the Bernese Highlights West' trekking tour. Starting in Mürren, one of the Oberland’s most picturesque villages, this self-guided journey is tailored for seasoned hikers seeking dramatic mountain scenery and an active escape. Ascend the Sefinenfurgge and Hohturli passes for jaw-dropping views of the Bluemlisalp massif, glaciers, and turquoise Lake Oeschinensee.
Trek through wildflower-strewn valleys, cross into remote hamlets like Griesalp and Adelboden, and pass through alpine meadows to reach the stylish yet authentic resort town of Gstaad. While the route is demanding, public transport offers a safety net if you wish to skip a segment or if weather turns. Accommodations, meals, and logistical support are all included.
The trip’s unique selling point is its expertly crafted route—more challenging than its eastern counterpart—rewarding intrepid travelers with some of the most spectacular, unspoiled vistas in Europe and a true sense of alpine adventure.
8 days
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Switzerland Sightseeing Tour Reviews
Honest insights from past guests on our Sightseeing Switzerland tours
Tamas K. | Traveled in August
The trip was absolutely great, if you want to drink a bit less, spend more time actively I definitely recommend this trip. However be advised: -When Contiki says people on this trip are from all around the world they mean most people are from Australia and some from New Zealand, UK and US. So if English is not your first language you will struggle a bit. But even with my more or less fluent English I had an amazing time and that's the biggest praise I can give. - Do the whole Active Alps trip, only the Austrian or the Swiss Alps trip is way too short to really get to know the people you are travelling with and it will rob you from half of the experience. (Contiki might not offer this trip as a modular one next year, so this might be an already out dated comment. )
Bella S. | Traveled in August
It was an amazing trip led by Eshagh Karamravan. He is such an amazing tour guide- speaks perfect English, provide clear instructions, on-time, honest and funny that made the trip enjoyable!!
Bella S. | Traveled in August
It was an amazing trip led by Eshagh Karamravan. He is such an amazing tour guide- speaks perfect English, provide clear instructions, on-time, honest and funny that made the trip enjoyable!!
Anonymous | Traveled in July
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!
Aaron | Traveled in July
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.
Anonymous | Traveled in July
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.
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