Hiking in Switzerland
15 Days
July 11, 2026 - July 25, 2026
Day 1Sat, Jul 11
Ride
3h
Zürich → Grindelwald
Stay
Check-in
Grindelwald
Activity
2h
Grindelwald Village
- Stroll through the scenic village
- Shop for local Swiss crafts
- Admire the Eiger North Face
Activity
2h
First Cliff Walk by Tissot
- Walk the thrilling cliff walk
- Take panoramic photographs
- Feel the fresh mountain breeze
Day 2Sun, Jul 12
Stay
Grindelwald
Activity
3h
Bachalpsee
- Hike to the alpine lake
- Reflect on the mountain views
- Enjoy a peaceful picnic
Activity
4h
Eiger Trail
- Trek directly below the Eiger
- Marvel at the sheer rock wall
- Navigate the rocky alpine terrain
Day 3Mon, Jul 13
Stay
Grindelwald
Activity
4h
Kleine Scheidegg
- Hike the pass connecting valleys
- View the Jungfrau massif
- Spot local mountain wildlife
Activity
2h
Trümmelbach Falls
- Explore the internal waterfalls
- Listen to the roaring glacial water
- Walk through the illuminated tunnels
Day 4Tue, Jul 14
Stay
Grindelwald
Activity
2h
Mürren
- Ride the cable car to Mürren
- Hike through the car-free village
- Breathe in the pure alpine air
Activity
3h
Northface Trail
- Walk the Northface Trail
- Read about mountaineering history
- Observe the traditional chalets
Day 5Wed, Jul 15
Stay
Grindelwald
Activity
3h
Schynige Platte
- Ride the historic cog railway
- Hike the panoramic ridge trail
- Identify native alpine flowers
Activity
2h
Harder Kulm
- Ascend to Harder Kulm viewpoint
- Look down upon the two lakes
- Watch the sunset over the peaks
Day 6Thu, Jul 16
Stay
Check-out
Grindelwald
Ride
3h
Grindelwald → Zermatt
Stay
Check-in
Zermatt
Activity
2h
Zermatt Village
- Walk around the car-free streets
- Spot the Matterhorn peak
- Visit the mountaineer cemetery
Activity
2h
Gorner Gorge
- Navigate the wooden walkways
- Observe the green rushing waters
- Feel the cool gorge atmosphere
Day 7Fri, Jul 17
Stay
Zermatt
Activity
4h
5-Seenweg
- Trek the famous Five Lakes trail
- Find Matterhorn reflections in the water
- Rest at a lakeside bench
Activity
2h
Sunnegga
- Explore the Sunnegga area
- Ride the underground funicular
- Relax at the mountain station
Day 8Sat, Jul 18
Stay
Zermatt
Activity
3h
Gornergrat
- Ride the Gornergrat railway
- Hike along the mountain ridge
- View the massive Gorner Glacier
Activity
2h
Riffelsee
- Walk down to Riffelsee lake
- Photograph the iconic mountain reflection
- Enjoy the tranquil high-altitude environment
Day 9Sun, Jul 19
Stay
Zermatt
Activity
4h
Matterhorn Glacier Trail
- Hike near the receding glacier
- Learn about the changing climate
- Walk over smooth glacial rocks
Activity
2h
Schwarzsee
- Descend to Schwarzsee lake
- Visit the small mountain chapel
- Look closely at the Matterhorn base
Day 10Mon, Jul 20
Stay
Zermatt
Activity
4h
Edelweissweg
- Climb the steep Edelweiss trail
- Rest at the charming mountain hut
- Eat a traditional slice of cake
Activity
2h
Trift
- Continue the hike towards Trift
- Observe the high alpine flora
- Listen to the quiet mountain breeze
Day 11Tue, Jul 21
Stay
Check-out
Zermatt
Ride
8h
Zermatt → St. Moritz
Stay
Check-in
St. Moritz
Activity
2h
Lake St. Moritz
- Stroll along the lake promenade
- Watch the kite surfers in action
- Enjoy the crisp Engadin air
Activity
2h
Stazersee
- Walk through the serene forest
- Reach the beautiful Stazersee
- Dip your feet in the cool water
Day 12Wed, Jul 22
Stay
St. Moritz
Activity
4h
Muottas Muragl
- Ride the funicular up the mountain
- Hike the high-altitude panoramic path
- View the stunning Engadin valley lakes
Activity
3h
Alp Languard
- Observe marmots along the trail
- Rest at the Alp Languard hut
- Take the chairlift back down
Day 13Thu, Jul 23
Stay
St. Moritz
Activity
4h
Corvatsch
- Ascend the Corvatsch mountain
- Hike the rugged alpine paths
- Marvel at the surrounding glaciers
Activity
3h
Val Fex
- Explore the quiet Val Fex
- Walk past traditional stone houses
- Enjoy the peaceful horse-drawn carriages
Day 14Fri, Jul 24
Stay
St. Moritz
Activity
3h
Corviglia
- Hike the sunny Corviglia slopes
- View the upscale resort from above
- Breathe the fresh mountain air
Activity
3h
Piz Nair
- Climb the rocky Piz Nair peak
- Take a picture with the ibex statue
- Experience the high altitude environment
Day 15Sat, Jul 25
Stay
Check-out
St. Moritz
Activity
2h
Sils Maria
- Walk around Sils Maria village
- Visit the historic Nietzsche house
- Enjoy the lakeside atmosphere
Activity
2h
Maloja Pass
- Hike near the Maloja Pass
- View the steep winding roads
- Capture final mountain photographs
Ride
3.5h
St. Moritz → Zürich