Switzerland Multisport Tour New!
- Fresh alpine air amid glaciers, meadows and impossibly blue lakes
- Pedal and stroll through archetypal Swiss villages with cheery wooden chalets
- Cross sparkling Lake Thun on a historic paddleboat
- Embrace your inner kid on a Trotti Bike push scooter
- Decadent raclette, fondue, apple strudel, local wines...give into temptation!
Massif Thrills in the Swiss Alps
Escape with us to greener pastures, where waterfalls tumble and soft-eyed cows graze. Where alpine lakes dazzle you with outrageous shades of blue and gondolas carry you within yodeling distance of glaciated peaks. And where a fine day's hike brings the reward of hearty cuisine and gracious hospitality in truly spectacular surroundings. You'll even sleep in the shadow of Eiger's north face. And somehow, you won't quite believe what you see. An altitude-induced mirage? Just another moment of alpine bliss in Switzerland.
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception. Read the Straight Talk 
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Terrain & Shuttles
For the best riding on Switzerland's rugged terrain, we've chosen a combination of small, quiet roads and a fair number of unpaved bike paths. Our bikes are equipped with wider tires to accommodate the paths, but you need to be comfortable with the alpine elevation and the sometimes slightly bumpy terrain. Navigating the small roads requires more attention to the directions than you might expect. Be prepared to make more stops than you usually would to ensure you're on the right track.We'll flatten some of the hills with strategic shuttles to give you a boost as often as we can, but please note that the bike paths limit the amount of van support we're able to offer. While you might not see the van every mile, we'll intersect with the route regularly at strategic points to meet you with water, snacks or any other assistance you might need.
Day
1 Savor fresh mountain air amid glaciers, meadows and pristine lakes 
Commute the Swiss way: by chairlift! Hike on a ridge above Lake Oeschinen, its crystal waters surrounded by limestone cliffs capped with snowy peaks and hanging glaciers Ready for a cold beer or cup of cocoa? Refreshment awaits at a traditional alpine hut.
Day
2 Decadent raclette and fondue paired with regional wines From cheerful flower-laden chalets to milk cows adorned with leather collars and brass bells, the scenery is quintessentially Swiss as you pedal through a serene valley In the lakeside town of Spiez, board a historic ferry and cross Lake Thun to Interlaken Hop aboard a cog rail train bound for Grindelwald 
An alphorn serenade: music to a cow's ears and perhaps yours too.
Day
3 The famed Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau towering above the emerald-green landscape Hike from First Peak to Bachalpsee, one of Switzerland's most beautiful lakes Continue to the enclave of Bussalp or let loose on an exhilarating descent by Trotti bikes into Grindelwald Valley.
Day
4 Postcard-perfect Swiss villages Pedal in the idyllic Lauterbrunnen Valley, home to more glacier-fed waterfalls than you can count Be awed by the sight of magnificent Trummelbach Falls, set deep inside a slot canyon Spin to turquoise Lake Brienz, then ferry to Giessbach.
Days
5-6 Hike the hidden Reichenbach Valley and marvel at the Rosenlaui Glacier and the Engelhorner Mountains, then hike to the top of Reichenbach Falls Amble along the shores of Lake Brienz to the charming town of Iseltwald.
Guests Reviews About This Trip
Where better to enjoy majestic mountain beauty than in the land where five-star service was invented? I hope you'll join us to discover this stunning landscape - spectacular summits, wildflower-strewn meadows and sparkling lakes - by bike, on foot and with the help of an impressive network of gondolas, cable cars and funiculars. Evenings, settle into eminent old-world hotels beloved for their elegance and classic alpine ambience.- Regional Manager, Europe
Premiere Inns*
Belle Epoque Hotel Victoria
Kandersteg (1 night) Nestled in the heart of town, this family-run alpine oasis is surrounded by stunning snowcapped peaks. (pool, tennis)
Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof
Grindelwald (2 nights) Catch stunning views of Eiger's north face form this luxurious chalet-style hotel. (pool, spa)
Grandhotel Giessbach
Giessbach (2 nights) Elegance and old-world charm reign at this turreted beauty in a picturesque setting by Lake Brienz and the Giessbach Falls. (pool, tennis)
Private Trips Options & Pricing
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities.
You can pick from a large selection of dates for your group of 8 or more. Call us for date availability.
If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or if your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you.
Pricing for Private Trips (prices may vary based on departure date)
| 2 - 3 guests $6,098 pp dbl. occ. | 8 - 9 guests $4,698 pp dbl. occ. |
| 4 - 5 guests $5,298 pp dbl. occ. | 10 - 11 guests $4,298 pp dbl. occ. |
| 6 - 7 guests $4,898 pp dbl. occ. | 12 or more guests $3,998 pp dbl. occ. |
This Trip Is Rated Level 2-4
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of
interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one
day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat
from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each
day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Daily Route Options | |||||||||||
| Day | Activity | EASYGOING | ACTIVE | AVID | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | |||||||
| miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | ||
| 1 | Hiking | 4 | 400 | 6 | 1000 | 7 | 1300 | ||||
| 2 | Biking | 20* | 400 | 27* | 500 | 39 | 500 | ||||
| 3 | Hiking | 5 | 300 | 9 | 1400 | ||||||
| 4 | Biking | 14* | 500 | 22* | 500 | ||||||
| Biking | 27* | 1000 | |||||||||
| Biking | 30 | 1300 | |||||||||
| 5 | Hiking | 3* | 800 | 4 | 2000 | 9 | 2000 | ||||
| Hiking | 6 | 2000 | |||||||||
| Other | Monster Trotti ride | ||||||||||
| 6 | Walking | 3.5 | 300 | ||||||||
To make for the most comfortable ride to this particular trip, we've outfitted our titanium road bike with slightly wider tires. You'll appreciate this on those stretches of the route with hard-packed dirt (approximately 5% dirt and 95% paved).
The altitude can make hiking and biking more challenging than the mileage suggests. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.
* Includes a shuttle
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