
Zermatt & the Matterhorn
A car-free alpine village beneath the pyramid peak of the Matterhorn, ringed by hiking and ski trails.

Avg temperature
Summer 18–28°C
Language
German, French, Italian
Currency
Swiss franc (CHF)
Timezone
GMT+1 (CET)
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Compact and spectacular, Switzerland packs glacier peaks, mirror-like lakes, scenic railways and storybook towns into a country you can cross in a day. Here is what to expect on the ground.
Switzerland has an alpine, temperate climate. Summers in the valleys are pleasant, often 18–28°C, and ideal for hiking, while the high mountains stay cool. Winters are cold and snowy — prime ski season.

From the Matterhorn to lakeside towns and glacier railways, these are the landscapes our Switzerland expedition is built around.

A car-free alpine village beneath the pyramid peak of the Matterhorn, ringed by hiking and ski trails.

A lakeside town of a wooden covered bridge and old-town squares, beneath Mount Pilatus and Rigi.

The Bernese Oberland's giants — the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau — above Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen.

A crescent lake edged by the terraced Lavaux vineyards and the lakeside Château de Chillon.

The medieval capital, its arcaded old town looping inside a bend of the Aare river — a UNESCO site.

One of the world's most scenic rail journeys, winding past glaciers and viaducts through the high Alps.
Summer (roughly June to September) is best for hiking, lakes and mountain railways, while December to March is the main ski season. Spring and autumn are quieter and scenic.
This expedition involves a mix of walking and active days alongside cultural highlights. Please check the individual expedition page for the difficulty rating and full day-by-day detail.
Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area, though not the EU. Many visitors can enter visa-free for short stays, but rules depend on your nationality and can change. Please confirm current requirements with an official Swiss source before you travel.
We run small-group expeditions to keep things personal. See the expedition page for the exact group size and departure dates.
The expedition page lists exactly what's included and excluded — typically accommodation, guiding and listed activities. International flights are usually arranged separately.
Join a small group of like-minded adventurers on our Switzerland expedition — handcrafted by a premium boutique adventure club based in Austria.