Switzerland Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Switzerland Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jun-Aug2026: May-Aug
Swiss Alps Chalets, Charm & Chocolate
Gondolas whisk you up soaring peaks, ferries ply alpine lakes—but the real star is the spectacular scenery. Explore it on foot, then recharge in Swiss style with hot chocolate and cheese fondue in cozy trailside huts.
Highlights
- Breathe in fresh mountain air as you hike through alpine meadows in the shadows of hanging glaciers
- Pedal to archetypal Swiss villages lined with cheerful wooden chalets and wave hello to the pampered local farm animals
- Consider a refreshing post-hike swim in alpine Oeschinensee or a mid-ride plunge in turquoise Lake Thun
- Swim in spring-fed pools, unwind in a “chillout lounge” and enjoy whimsical spas at luxurious hotels
- Survey the Berner Oberland’s iconic trio of mountains: the Eiger, the Mönch and the Jungfrau
StartKandersteg
EndInterlaken
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Enjoy fresh mountain air amid glaciers, wildflowers and deep-blue lakes • Commute the Swiss way: by chairlift! • Hike on a ridge above Lake Oeschinen, where snowy peaks cap limestone cliffs • Meander through alpine meadows and pine forests that give way to superb views of the Blümlisalp and Hohtürli Passes • Say hello to the locals—the adorable dairy cows that can be found relaxing, munching grass and wandering free in alpine fields • Youngsters and the young-at-heart delight in a mountain coaster ride with spectacular vistas of the Kandersteg Valley.
Night 1
A family-run alpine retreat surrounded by verdant forests and soaring snowcapped mountains. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Ride past the turquoise waters of Lake Thun en route to Interlaken • Easy cycling leads past cheery wooden chalets to lakeside Thun • Hop aboard a cogwheel train bound for Grindelwald • An alphorn serenade is music to a cow’s ears and perhaps yours too • The famed Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau tower above the emerald-green landscape • Trek from First Peak to Bachalpsee, one of Switzerland's most beautiful lakes • Kids tackle the Seilpark, a ropes course suspended above the town's indoor hockey rink • Meanwhile, adults can choose between a hike through steep fields of wildflowers or a stroll through the glitzy Grindelwald shops • Let loose on an exhilarating descent by Trotti bikes, Swiss fat-tire scooters perfect for whisking along alpine bike paths.
Nights 2-3
Catch stunning views of Eiger’s north face from this luxurious chalet-style hotel. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Hike a narrow ridge trail with stunning views of the Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen Valleys • Descend along the interactive Lieselotte Trail with kid-friendly stops to ring cowbells, hop on miniature zip lines and more • Bike through Meiringen Valley, whose spun-sugar peaks are rumored to have inspired the invention of the meringue • Families cross the lake of Brienz by historic steamboat before hitting a popular swimming spot and taking to kayaks • Traverse a bridge behind the thundering curtain of the Giessbach Falls and stroll through the peaceful forest of Iseltwald.
Nights 4-5
Elegance and old-world charm reign at this turreted beauty in a picturesque setting by Lake Brienz and the Giessbach Falls. (pool)
What's Included
See moreStraight 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.
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. 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.
While the hotels on this trip offer outstanding service and amenities, please note that they are not equipped with air-conditioning and guest rooms can occasionally become warm during peak temperatures.
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
Premiere Hotel
A family-run alpine retreat surrounded by verdant forests and soaring snowcapped mountains. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
Premiere Hotel
Catch stunning views of Eiger’s north face from this luxurious chalet-style hotel. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
Elegance and old-world charm reign at this turreted beauty in a picturesque setting by Lake Brienz and the Giessbach Falls. (pool)
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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.
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
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
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Included in your trip price
- For children up to 85 pounds
- Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
- Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
- Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.
Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 10 customers
Our trip was amazing and exceeded expectations!
Scenery was stunning. Every hike and bike ride was breathtaking. The hotels were phenomenal. Our trip leaders were tremendous with the kids and leading all the hikes/bike rides. Everything was wonderful!
Best family trip!
We just finished our family trip to Switzerland with Backroads and had a fantastic time, can't wait to plan our next one. Everything from the travel planning, accommodations, food, activities and guides was first class! The guides made the trip so fun for my 8 year old daughter, she loved the whole experience!
Amazing trip
This is the best trip I have every taken. I would definitely recommend!
My expectations were high, and they were exceeded.
I can't imagine a better way to have introduced my five-year old son to Europe. Our leaders were phenomenal, and took amazing care of all of us while somehow seeming to have fun doing it. We all got to do exactly what we wanted to do. It was the perfect balance of activity, culture, and food.
A dream vacation in Switzerland
This trip was like a dream. Thank you backroad Thank you for our wonderful leaders for the gift of this magical experience The three leaders plus Sonya the snack angel knew exactly how to work together. Magically making every thing happen as planned. They made a very challenging task look so easy. The gods and goddesses of execution. Flawless!
Awesome trip!!
We had a wonderful time on our trip. It was our first trip with Backroads and it exceeded our expectations. The leaders were amazing and the families wonderful. It was a great group were to spend the week with. We loved how organized each day was, with the flexibility to participate as we wanted, but without having to deal with any of the logistical planning ourselves. We appreciated how patient and kind everyone was with our kids, and especially enjoyed the times when the leaders took our kids so we could have dinner on our own, or continue biking with the rest of the group. We can't say enough about what a great experience we had.
I a great trip in a magical place!
I took my 7 year son on this trip and we had a blast! Great mix of activities, nice accommodations, and super mix of families. Of course, Switzerland itself is amazing on its own. Wonderful scenery & people and so safe and secure. Great memories!
Trip filled with good memories for all in the family .
Verified Buyer
Wonderful active 3 generations travel experience , guided by enthusiastic leaders .
BR Guides Rock the Swiss Alps Family Trip
Verified Buyer
Thank you again for an incredibly happy family vacation! From beginning to end we all felt the we were in the best, most trustworthy hands possible with Travis and Anya. We appreciated the critical behind-the-scenes planning and advance work that made our trip such a smashing success! Our kids loved every minute of the hiking and biking and also enjoyed spending time with the other BR guests. I loved being worlds-away from the stresses of my work-place and felt completely rejuvenated when I returned thanks to your team's steadfast attention to every possible detail. I will treasure my memories from yet another fabulous BR family multi-sport vacation for years to come! A heartfelt thank you for enriching our lives!
Our trip was truly a tip of lifetime.
This trip was amazing. Of course the location was beautiful and we had mostly great weather, but the Backroads team made this trip beyond wonderful. We tell friends all the time about the this amazing week - the bike rides and hikes were fantastic, the hotels were gorgeous, and we still dream about the food and the chocolate! We also really connected with the other families on the trip. Our children are still in touch on social media three years out. Most importantly, our guides were fantastic.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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