The 11 Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Switzerland

1.Full-Day Hiking Swiss Alps and Lake swim with Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $530Our pick

Spend 8 to 11 hours hiking with guide Robbe from Van Praet Excursions. Summer routes may include Göscheneralpsee, while winter outings use snowshoes near Engelberg, Langis, or Rigi. Expect a 3 to 4 hour hike, packed lunch, mountain views, and a lake swim when weather and timing allow.

“The views are stunning and our guide Robbe was great. He knew the area extremely well and was flexible to our needs and what we wanted to accomplish. Wonderful experience.”

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2.The best Sunset hike with Cheese Fondue

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $222Best value

Join Weronika for a moderate sunset hike from Wengen, the car-free mountain town above Lauterbrunnen. She leads you to scenic viewpoints, prepares Swiss cheese fondue with bread and pickles, and serves three Swiss chocolates afterward. The 3-hour-45-minute outing suits couples, families, and small groups seeking quiet views, local food, and helpful advice about the Jungfrau region.

“Weronica gave us an unforgettable experience and it was a pleasure to be on her tour. She took us on a gorgeous hike, then made delicious fondue for 10 on the mountain with gorgeous views, followed by sunset. Weronica gave us three tours this week, and helped us before and after with meals and other travel planning. She’s a delight!”

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3.Heart of the Alps Private Hiking Tour from Lucerne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $579

Leave Lucerne at 7:45am for a private 9-hour outing to Engelberg. Ride the train, bus, and cable car to 1,850 meters, then hike past Stauber waterfall, alpine farms, cow bells, and Mt. Titlis views. Guides such as Arno, Livia, and John tailor the route to your group. Lunch is optional and cash-only.

“We had a great time on this hike with John, our guide. He was very knowledgeable about the area, and answered all of our questions. I would highly recommend this hike, and would rate it an easy hike but definitely wear hiking boots as some of the trails are rocky.”

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4.Breathtaking Private Hike with a Local Swiss Expert (1 day trip)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $1,393

Spend 8 to 9 hours with a local Swiss guide, including Marc Gottwald, on a private hike from Zurich or Lucerne. Choose a 2 to 6 hour walk, enjoy a Swiss picnic, and visit lesser-known natural and cultural places in the Bernese Oberland, Appenzell, or Uri. Transport and hotel pickup are included, but hiking gear is not.

“One of the most amazing experiences! This hike adventure is a must if you love the outdoors! Marc is a superb guide and takes care of everything! You just have to show up and have fun! We saw some of the most beautiful scenery in Switzerland! He tailors the hike to your level of experience and fitness. We highly recommend! Will definitely be back in Switzerland for another hike with Marc!”

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5.Guided Hiking Half Day in Zermatt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours hiking around Zermatt with a private English-speaking guide such as Matthew, Simon, or Carey. You may visit Matterhorn viewpoints, Gornergrat, Gorner Gorge, and Stellisee, with the route adjusted to your pace. Lift passes, food, drinks, and snacks cost extra.

“Matthew was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, and showed us an amazing experience on our hike to see the Matterhorn!! He was even willing to stop for an impromptu lunch at Zum See, a restaurant in a little village on the way down the mountain. It was truly a perfect day and we highly recommend asking for Matthew!”

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6.Peak to Peak Private Hiking Tour from Lucerne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $720

Travel from Lucerne to the car-free village of Stoos, ride a historic funicular and chairlift, then hike 3 to 4 hours from Klingenstock to Fronalpstock. Your private English-speaking guide helps you manage the steep trail, explains local farming, and leads you back to Lucerne by bus and train, or boat for a small extra fee.

“We ended up changing our plans due to weather sonI can’t really comment on this but we had the best experiences anyway at Mt. Regi. Our guide was fantastic - ask for Ezra.”

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7.Private Guided Hike on Mt. Rigi with Farm Visit and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $789

Spend about nine hours exploring Mt. Rigi with a private English-speaking guide. Hike quieter mountain paths, meet roaming cows, visit an alpine farm, enjoy a light Swiss sausage BBQ, then cruise back to Lucerne by boat. Transport from the city, lunch, and a personal guide are included.

“We like seeing hidden gems when on vacation and this was definitely one. We loved getting to hike on some lesser traveled pass and get up close and personal to the roaming cows. Having Mark do a bbq in one of the outposts was a wonderful and unique experience. Taking the ferry back was an unexpected bonus that allowed the trip to really show all aspects of the area.”

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8.Klein Matterhorn and glacier trail private full day hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.)

Meet your guide at your Zermatt hotel for a private trip to Klein Matterhorn. Ride to Europe’s highest lift station, visit the Glacier Palace, see Switzerland, Italy, and France, then hike from Trockener Steg toward Schwarzsee. Guides Gioia and Cedric can adjust the pace and route for your group.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the Matterhorn and hike and strongly recommend this tour. Cedric kept us informed about the weather and how to layer appropriately before beginning our tour. During the tour, he was extremely knowledgeable and shared history of many churches and landmarks. Then, when we asked for his suggestions of other activities, he gave great options, told us when to depart for best weather, and where to go. He even updated us on the weather for the following day even though our tour was already over. I feel comfortable communicating with him through the rest of my stay. Cedric has made our visit to Zermatt one…”

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9.Zermatt Guided Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $869

Ride the Gornergrat railway to 10,134 feet, then hike through a high alpine reserve with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll visit the 360-degree viewing platform, seek out Matterhorn photo spots, and walk toward a lower train stop or mountain hotel terrace. Guides including David, Petr, Jack, Luca, and Pete have led this route.

“Guide’s knowledge of the area- great luncheon experience - trains were great- very courteous and helpful and changed his routine to accommodate our needs and desires!”

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10.Grindelwald Guided Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $717

Spend about seven hours hiking around rural Grindelwald with a private English-speaking guide. Your route and effort level can be adjusted to suit your group. Expect meadows, cows, wild animals, village views, and close looks at the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Guides may include Stephania or Hanspeter.

“An amazing experience!! Our tour guide Stephania, knew exactly where to go and how to get there and back. The hike she took us on was perfectly challenging yet enjoyable. She was also a great company sharing a lot of knowledge about the Swiss culture which was a huge bonus! I totally recommend this experience!”

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11.Guided Hiking Full Day in Zermatt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $641

Spend about six hours hiking around Zermatt with a PDS Snowsport guide, visiting the Matterhorn, Stellisee, and Gorner Gorge. The route can be adjusted to your pace and mountain conditions. Guides including Matthew, Simon, Adam, Seb, Keira, and Émile are connected with the PDS team, though your assigned guide is confirmed after booking.

“What a memorable experience hiking in and around Zermatt.”

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