The 15 Best Matterhorn Tours in Zermatt

1.Matterhorn Paragliding flight in Zermatt (20-25min)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $399Our pick

Meet your pilot in Zermatt, ride up to Rothorn, Gornergrat, or Riffelberg, then launch on a tandem flight with the Matterhorn and nearby 4,000-meter peaks in view. Alan, Allan, Bruce, Chris, Jan, Eric, and Joel are among the named pilots. No experience is needed, but weather may change the plan.

“Bruce, Allan, Jan, and our other guide were ALL wonderful! Wonderful experience! I’m not a thrill seeker but it was exciting and beautiful to see the Matterhorn, surrounding mountains, and the town of Zermatt from the air!”

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2.FLYMATTERHORN VIP Paragliding from Zermatt, With Matterhorn View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $452

Meet FLYBYPARA at Bahnhofplatz 7 for a beginner-friendly tandem flight over Zermatt. Veteran pilots such as Julio, Maël, Michael, and Holio handle the flying while you take in the Matterhorn and Swiss Alps. Expect about two hours overall, with mountain transport and optional photos or video paid separately.

“Listen to the professional guides instructions and you will experience an incredible soaring through the Zermatt valley. Pay the video picture fee well worth it. The guides work hard to keep you safe but thrilled throughout the ride.”

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3.Mt Titlis Glacier Paradise Tour from Zurich With Lucerne

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 183 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $235

Travel from Zurich to Engelberg by deluxe coach, then ride cable cars to Mt. Titlis at 3,020 meters. Your two hours at the summit include the Cliff Walk, glacier cave, Ice Flyer and snow activities when open. Guides such as Carsten, Raymond and Xia are praised for clear directions and local detail. A one-hour Lucerne stop follows.

“You have to be physically fit for this tour. This is a great tour. Lots of fun. Our guide Raymond is the best”

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4.Zermatt & Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Day Trip from Zürich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 72 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $756

Travel by Swiss rail from Zürich to car-free Zermatt, stroll its wooden-chalet old town, then ride the Gornergrat railway to about 3,135 meters for views of the Matterhorn, Gorner Glacier, and Monte Rosa. A local guide handles the train changes, tickets, and timing in a group of no more than 15.

“Fantastic Day trip ! Fast paced and full of sights … we enjoyed our day and found a spot we’d love to come in the future for hiking. The weather was perfect and the views pristine. Eric was very knowledge and we enjoyed his company. Recommend!”

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5.20 to 25 Minute Tandem Paragliding in Zermatt and Matterhorn View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $370

Meet FlyZermatt at Bahnhofplatz, get fitted with flight gear, then ride mountain transport to the Rothorn takeoff for a 20 to 25 minute tandem flight. No experience is needed. Pilots including Stu, Phil, Ronnie, and Julika handle the flying while you enjoy Matterhorn views. Transport costs extra, and weather can change the plan.

“I had an absolutely incredible experience with FlyZermatt Paragliding! Ronnie, Stu, and Glen were truly amazing. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel completely at ease with their warm and welcoming personalities. They’re not only prRead more”

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6.Day Tour to Zermatt Matterhorn and Glacier Paradise from Geneva

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $231

Travel from Geneva to Zermatt by bus, continue by electric shuttle, and spend time at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise at 3,883 meters if your booking includes the cable car. Guides such as Roger, David, Babis, and Tom handle the long day well, but confirm your ticket option carefully and dress for severe cold above the village.

“Going up the mountain in a cable car with the spectacular views was amazing. Dress warm it was very chilly at the top.”

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7.Zermatt & Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Day Trip from Basel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $749

Travel by Swiss rail from Basel to Zermatt, walk through the old village, visit the mountaineers’ cemetery, then ride the Gornergrat railway nearly 10,000 feet above sea level. Guides such as Michael, Emil, Feyssal, and Eric are known for handling the complex connections and explaining Switzerland along the way. The group is capped at 15 people.

“Train ride through beautiful Swiss countryside … do it ! Seeing the Matterhorn is worth the trip, especially if you are on time constraints of a quick vacation .”

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8.Attraction Ticket: Zermatt to Mount Gornergrat Summit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $265

From Zermatt, ride the Gornergrat cogwheel railway for about 40 minutes to a high mountain viewpoint facing the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, and surrounding glaciers. Explore the observation deck, alpine trails, restaurants, and ZOOOM the Matterhorn, then return on any train throughout the day. The experience is self-guided and suits most visitors.

“This tour gives a great view of the Matterhorn and the surrounding mountains. There is a terrace setup with benches where you can sit and marvel at the beautiful mountains or have a mini picnic with sandwiches you picked up or take photos of the picturesque views. The gornergrat railway was relaxing and offers great views on your way up and down. You also have the option to engage in partial or full hiking because they have trails from the mountains going down.”

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9.Panoramic Paragliding Flight in Zermatt Matterhorn (15-20min)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $317

Take a 15 to 20 minute tandem paragliding flight from Riffelberg or Blauherd, weather permitting, with the Matterhorn and Zermatt below. Your English-speaking pilot handles the flight and explains each step. Equipment is supplied, and you land back in Zermatt after about 90 minutes total.

“Amazing experience. Very friendly crew!! Guided through the journey very nicely and clearly. My kids had a lot of fun and would love to do it again thank you.”

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10.Private Mt. Gornergrat and Zermatt Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $858

Start at 8:30 am in Zermatt for a private seven-hour outing with an English-speaking guide. Ride the 35-minute Gornergrat cogwheel train, visit the Zoom experience, enjoy Matterhorn views near Monte Rosa Hut, hike if conditions suit, and finish with a guided look around Zermatt. Guides may include Pete, Jack, David, Luca, Petr, or Marcello.

“We absolutely loved this tour. Our guide, Jack, met us at our hotel and first took us by train to Mt Gornergrat to see amazing views. We then toured the Zoom museum and had a lovely lunch on the mountain. After our time on the mountain, we came back by train to Zermatt where Jack showed us key sites, restaurants and shopping in Zermatt. Along the way, we learned much about the culture and history of the town. I would highly recommend the tour and Jack as the guide.”

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11.Zermatt Village Walk and Mt. Gornergrat Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $644

Walk Zermatt’s old village with a private English-speaking guide, visit the Kirchbrücke viewpoint and mountaineers’ cemetery, then ride the Gornergrat railway to 3,135 meters. Hotel or station pickup, transport, and railway fees are included. Guides such as Tony and Remi have led this highly personal day out.

“The tour was all inspiring. Our guide was wonderful. Very knowledgeable. Make Switzerland your next trip.”

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12.Zermatt & Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Day Trip from Bern

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $754

Travel from Bern to Zermatt by scenic rail, explore its wooden chalet-lined old village, then ride the Gornergrat railway to 3,135 meters. Your English-speaking guide handles the train changes, tickets, and timing for a group of up to 15. Guides may include Jackie, Remi, Anna, Enzo, or Feyssal.

“I would highly recommended this tour. Anna, our tour guide was awesome. She was very knowledgeable, fun and provided an all around memorable experience. The Matterhorn area is breath taking as well as the train rides from Bern to Zermatt. Being in a small group setting your getting personalized individual attention. We learned so much about the Switzerland culture. Two thumbs up!”

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13.Day Trip to Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise from Montreux

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $206Best value

Travel from Montreux to Zermatt by air-conditioned bus, electric vehicle, and the Matterhorn Express cable car. You get free time in Zermatt, a visit to Glacier Paradise at 3,883 meters, and a look at old Hinterdorfstrasse. Driver-guides such as Bibis keep the day organized, but you explore the mountain independently.

“The snow covered mountains are beautiful. In November, The trees are an orange yellow and contrast with the snow was spectacular. Our guide, Bibis, was great. He had a great sense of humor, and kept us on track to see everything. We shared the gondola and lift with skier which was fun. the only thing I would recommend is not to eat up top with the skiers. It was crowded and hot. It would have been more fun to eat in Zermatt and spend a little extra time in the town.”

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14.Matterhorn Private Skiing Day Zermatt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 day 7 hours (approx.)

Spend a full ski day with a private Evolution Ski School guide in Zermatt. Your instructor can shape the day around your skills, take you across the Matterhorn ski area, and guide you into Italy. Guides including Romana, Polyan, and Marco have helped guests improve technique, find the right lifts, and choose memorable mountain lunches.

“My daughter and I spent the day with Romana, our guide, on various parts of the mountain. I had not skied in many years and my daughter was wanting to improve her skills as well. We met our guide at the hotel and she brought us to various parts of the mountain. Her advice and tips on techniques were great. She was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with. We had an amazing time on the mountain and would very much recommend this tour!”

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15.Zermatt Village & Matterhorn Glacier Tour | From Bern

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $616

Travel from Bern to Zermatt with an English-speaking guide, explore the old village, then ride to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise for 360-degree views of Alpine peaks and glaciers. Guides Michelle and Ray are noted for warm, thoughtful help. Lunch is extra, and the group is limited to 15 people.

“Michelle was an incredible guide. She was knowledgeable, fun, and professional. We highly recommend this experience and Michelle if you’re lucky enough to get her!”

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