Switzerland Trekking Tours & Itineraries

Explore 10 trekking trips designed by local kimkim specialists to get ideas for your trip to Switzerland.

If you're interested in hiking to Switzerland, peruse our carefully crafted itineraries to make the most of your time in this beautiful country. Immerse yourself in the gorgeous landscapes of the Bernese Oberland with an itinerary like this 5-day journey exploring the peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau while resting in cozy hut accommodations. If you've got an extra couple of days, consider something similar to this weeklong hiking trip in the Bernina Alps that pairs circuit hikes with a ride on the famed Bernina Express train. Or, for those seeking the ultimate trek, try a journey like this challenging 10 days following the Walker's Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, featuring encounters with local wildlife and beautiful Alpine vistas.

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Hiking in the Jungfrau Region of Bernese Oberland
8 Best Day Hikes in Switzerland

From snowy peaks and alpine meadows to vineyard-carpeted valleys, Switzerland's stunning scenery makes for some of Europe's best hiking. If you have only one day to spare for a walk here, these eight day hikes are all easily accessible and take you out into the middle of the most exceptional landscapes the country can offer.

Lauterbrunnen valley
Map of Best of Bernese Oberland - 5 days
Best of Bernese Oberland - 5 days

Hike from hut to hut under the snowy facades of some of the most famous peaks in the Swiss Alps with this five-day itinerary. As you hike past the iconic peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, you'll make your way through Alpine pastures, glacial lakes, and rushing waterfalls, with stops on mountaintop tramways and charming villages in between.

Lauterbrunnental
Map of Bernese Oberland Traverse - 7 Days
Bernese Oberland Traverse - 7 Days

Take a classic Swiss hut-to-hut hike through the Bernese Oberland mountains on this week-long trek. You'll go from scenic valley to scenic valley as you traverse past the bases of some of the best-known mountains in the Alps, such as Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau, making your way through waterfalls, cliff faces, and dairy pastures.

Lac de Moiry
Map of Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 10 Days
Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 10 Days

Visit traditional Swiss villages, explore high-elevation alpine lakes, and cross high rocky passes as you trek through the Alps on this 10-day itinerary from Chamonix to Zermatt. Head east across the mountain range as you traverse mountainsides, hike along glacier foothills and look for wildlife (like ibex and marmots). Spend your nights in lakeside mountain huts and cozy towns, falling asleep to the sound of the wind and water. 

Lake Moiry as seen from Corne de Sorebois
Map of Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 7 Days
Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 7 Days

Hike through thick pine forests, visit traditional Swiss villages, and look for wildlife (like ibex and marmots) on this 7-day trekking itinerary through the Swiss Alps. Cross the high-elevation Col de Riedmatten Pass, traverse mountainside, and hike along glacier foothills as you make your way east towards Zermatt, which sits at the base of the Matterhorn. At night, cozy up in huts and small villages that retain an authentic alpine feel.

Crossing Col de Balme
Map of Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 12 Days
Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 12 Days

You'll explore high alpine passes, pass through thick pine forests, hike along the base of glaciated peaks, and much more on this 12-day trekking itinerary. Start your trip in Chamonix—the French 'Capital of Alpinism'—then head east into Switzerland, arriving 10 days later in Zermatt at the base of the Matterhorn. As you hike through the Alps, you'll spend your time looking for wildlife, breathing in the fresh alpine air, and taking in the views, ending each day with comfortable stays in villages and mountain huts.

Val d’Anniviers
Map of Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 8 Days
Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 8 Days

From traditional alpine villages to high rocky passes, you'll experience the best of the Swiss Alps on this 8-day trek from the Valais Valley to Zermatt.  You'll hike along glacier foothills, traverse mountainsides, and hike through alpine meadows and peaceful lakeshores. At night, fall asleep in high mountain huts and towns to the sound of wind in the mountains. 

Matterhorn at Sunrise
Map of Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute-Route - 14 Days
Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute-Route - 14 Days

Trek for two weeks across some of Europe's most dramatic landscapes with this hiking trip. From the gneiss spires of the Aiguilles Rouges and glaciated terrain of the Mont Blanc Range to pastoral meadows and peaceful lake shores, the scenery will be your constant companion as you make your way between alpine huts and towns.

Val d’Anniviers
Map of Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 9 Days
Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route - 9 Days

Explore the Swiss Alps on this nine-day trekking itinerary. Start in the Valais Valley—the main gateway to the surrounding mountains. From here, head east as you continue deeper into Switzerland. You'll spend the next several days navigating along the base of glaciers, hiking through thick pine forests, and exploring small alpine towns. Your destination is Zermatt, at the base of the Matterhorn—you'll reach here on day seven, leaving you enough time to hike around the area and take in the iconic views.

Hiking over a ridge in Bernese Oberland
Map of Trekking in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland - 10 Days
Trekking in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland - 10 Days

Thinking about Switzerland conjures images of snowcapped peaks, vast glaciers, storybook villages, and lush green valleys—all of which you'll find in the Bernese Oberland region. This 10-day adventure puts you right in the midst of this scenic beauty with multiday trekking from one soaring mountain to another. In between, you'll tour the postcard town of Interlaken and ride cable cars around the Alps.

Tackle a wildly scenic multiday trek through Switzerland's Bernese Oberland
Map of Epic Trekking Adventure in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland - 14 Days
Epic Trekking Adventure in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland - 14 Days

Experience the thrilling heights and lush valleys of the Swiss Alps on a two-week trekking adventure for the ages. It begins in Chamonix—a premier destination for winter sports—where you'll do some off-road cycling and hike up to glaciers and mountain passes. The excitement continues with an epic multiday trek through the Bernese Oberland, as well as visits to colorful Swiss villages, kayaking on glassy lakes, and relaxing spa days.

Set off for a week of hiking in the Bernina Alps
Map of Hiking Trip in Switzerland's Bernina Alps - 7 Days
Hiking Trip in Switzerland's Bernina Alps - 7 Days

Enjoy an outdoor adventure for the ages in a mere week as you hike around some of the most scenic locales in southeastern Switzerland. It begins in the luxury resort haven of St. Moritz, from which you'll embark on a rugged circuit hike around famous peaks. But the journey isn't all on foot—you'll also board the famous Bernina Express for an epic train ride amid the most incredible Alpine landscapes in Europe.