Switzerland Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

From $6,699 - $7,249 /person

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Switzerland Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: Jun-Sep 2025: Jun-Sep

From $6,699 - $7,249 /person

Montreux to Lucerne via the Swiss Alps

Switzerland reaches alpine heights. Add in a splash of the country's colorful and flavorful heartland, and you have a pairing as perfect as wine and cheese. Bike through sloping vineyards overlooking the Mont Blanc. Dip into fondue in the shadow of Gruyères Castle. From stately Lake Geneva to fairy-tale Lake Lucerne. French to German. Cities to villages. Try a sampling of Switzerland.

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Highlights

  • Pedal against the backdrop of the Alps in one of the most bike-friendly countries
  • Ascend dramatic mountain ranges on scenic trains, funiculars and an exterior elevator to behold expansive views you’ll never forget
  • Discover Switzerland’s history and culture with city tours, tastings at cheese farms and local traditions
  • Wander idyllic towns and chalet-filled villages replete with timeless architecture
Switzerland Bike Tour map

Switzerland

Start Montreux

End Lucerne

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Begin in Montreux and enjoy a short journey to the region of Gruyère, world-famous for its cheese • Visit the medieval hilltop town of Gruyères, admiring its historic castle and enchanting location • Bike between wildflowers and forests in the protected nature park of Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut • Inviting chalets adorned with flowers and flags await in the town of Gstaad.

Accommodations

Night 1

Le Grand Bellevue
Gstaad
Premiere Hotel

Bright and tranquil chalet-inspired rooms offer luxurious, cozy furnishings with breathtaking alpine views. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Rolling hills and wooden bridges lead past grazing brown and white cows on a bike ride through the Simmental Valley • Behold the bright blue waters of Lake Thun and pause to take in its beauty • Climb to the top of Harder Kulm in a historic funicular and bask in the panoramic views • Cycle from the red tile roofs of Thun through the green pastures of Emmental Valley, the heartland of Swiss cheese • Indulge in the art and precision of crafting cheese on a visit to a local cheese farm.

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa
Interlaken
Premiere Hotel

Classic, stately architecture is combined with chic, stylish décor at this historic hotel in the town of Interlaken. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Embark on a scenic train ride up to Brünig Pass, gently winding past hillside farmlands before a smooth bike ride down • Round Lake Lucerne and marvel at the tree-covered slopes that meet its glacial waters • Explore Lucerne’s medieval architecture and stone streets and a bridge laced with flowers • Hike a picturesque loop before riding up the towering Hammetschwand Elevator, the highest exterior elevator in Europe, and look out on the chain of mountaintops on the horizon.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Waldhotel Bürgenstock
Obbürgen
Premiere Hotel

With a beautiful blend of warm wooden elements and local stone, the décor of this elegant property is as inviting as the hospitality.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Straight Talk

We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Terrain & Shuttles

For the best riding in Switzerland, we've chosen a combination of small quiet roads and some unpaved bike paths with short stretches of limited van support. Our bikes are equipped with slightly wider tires to accommodate the path and trail surfaces. There are also some sections of urban cycling on busier roads at the end of most rides; you can always hop in the shuttle to skip these.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Le Grand Bellevue
Gstaad

Premiere Hotel

Bright and tranquil chalet-inspired rooms offer luxurious, cozy furnishings with breathtaking alpine views. (pool, spa)

Nights 2-3

Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa
Interlaken

Premiere Hotel

Classic, stately architecture is combined with chic, stylish décor at this historic hotel in the town of Interlaken. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5

Waldhotel Bürgenstock
Obbürgen

Premiere Hotel

With a beautiful blend of warm wooden elements and local stone, the décor of this elegant property is as inviting as the hospitality.

From $6,699 - $7,249 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Backroads Performance Racer 2.0
Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Redesigned for 2024
  • Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

From $6,699 - $7,249 /person

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