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Activity holidays in Switzerland

For such a small country, Switzerland has so much to offer - from dramatic peaks and glacial valleys to warm friendly people and postcard-pretty mountain villages.

Our Switzerland holidays offer you the lion's share of the country's classic alpine scenery, with many of the highest peaks, deepest valleys, most extensive glaciers, tallest waterfalls and largest mountain lakes. You'll hear church bells chime down the valleys and see fountains of flowers gracing village window boxes. The long summer days are perfect for high mountain walking, and late September onwards is typically a period of 'Indian summer' with fabulous red and golden hues and crystal clear air.


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Walking at Lakes Orta and Maggiore
Italy: Piedmont

Walking at Lakes Orta and Maggiore

Explore ancient muleteers’ paths, colourful waterside towns and magical lake islands on a discovery of majestic Lake Maggiore and its lesser known neighbour, Lake Orta.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW08LM
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration8 nights, hotel-to-hotel
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1319per person, tour only
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  • All accommodation
  • All continental breakfasts
  • Headwater navigation provided
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
Walking in Val D'Anniviers
Switzerland: Valais

Walking in Val D'Anniviers

High above the Rhone Valley, located in the French speaking part of Switzerland, Val d'Anniviers offers some truly stunning walks.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07VD
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1289per person, tour only

  • 1 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts & dinners
  • Route notes provided
Walking the Bernese Highlights West
Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland

Walking the Bernese Highlights West

Cross Switzerland’s high mountain passes, from Mürren to Gstaad through lush, alpine valleys nestled between traditional Swiss villages.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07BW
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, hotel-to-hotel
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1499per person, tour only

  • 1 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Navigation app provided
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
Walking the Bernese Highlights East
Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland

Walking the Bernese Highlights East

Cross alpine meadows and skirt crystal clear lakes set high amongst the mountains. Pass through beautiful green valleys with rushing mountain streams and waterfalls tumbling from high above.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07BE
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, hotel-to-hotel
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1569per person, tour only

  • 3 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts and two dinners
  • Navigation app provided
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
Classic Swiss Alps Walk
Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland

Classic Swiss Alps Walk

Here, in the 'jewel in the crown' of classic Switzerland, you'll find many of the highest peaks, the deepest valleys, the tallest waterfalls, the oldest glaciers and the most beautiful mountain lakes in the country.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07AF
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1239per person, tour only

  • 136 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts, picnic or light restaurant lunches and 4 course evening meals
  • Headwater navigation provided
Lake Constance Cycling
Austria / Germany / Switzerland: Carinthia

Lake Constance Cycling

Looking for a holiday where relaxing cycling effortlessly intertwines with nature, culture, delightful cuisine, refreshing swims, and historic sights? Our Lake Constance Cycling trip guides you through picturesque towns, vineyards, and captivating historic sites in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

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  • Holiday codeC10LC
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided cycling
  • Duration10 nights, hotel-to-hotel
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1329per person, tour only

  • 90 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Bike hire included
  • Headwater navigation provided
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
Cross country skiing in Kandersteg - Short Break
Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland

Cross country skiing in Kandersteg - Short Break

Stay in a family run hotel in one of the last surviving picture-postcard Swiss villages in the heart of Bernese Oberland for a 5 night cross-country skiing holiday for all ages and abilities.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

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  • Holiday codeK05AF
  • Holiday typeWinter snow holiday
  • Duration5 nights, single centre
  • Excellent for
  • From £719per person, tour only

  • 4 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • Bed and breakfast, five 4 course dinners and three picnic lunches
Walking the Valais Matterhorn Region
Switzerland: Valais

Walking the Valais Matterhorn Region

This twin centre holiday immerses you in an unforgettable mountain scene with exceptional walking trails stretching far out across the alpine landscapes. Nestled in the heart of the Alps, it’s difficult not to be captivated by the beauty and tranquillity of the Valais region.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07VL
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, twin centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £739per person, tour only
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Headwater navigation provided
Cross country skiing in Kandersteg
Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland

Cross country skiing in Kandersteg

Stay in a family run hotel in one of the last surviving picture-postcard Swiss villages in the heart of Bernese Oberland for a 7 night cross-country skiing holiday for all ages and abilities.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

Book Early and Save 10%. T&Cs Apply
  • Holiday codeK07AF
  • Holiday typeWinter snow holiday
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Excellent for
  • From £919per person, tour only

  • 4 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • Bed and breakfast, seven excellent 4 course dinners and five picnic lunches
Walking in Kandersteg - Short Break
Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland

Walking in Kandersteg - Short Break

Here, in the 'jewel in the crown' of classic Switzerland, you'll find many of the highest peaks - often over 4000m, the deepest valleys, the tallest waterfalls, the oldest glaciers and the most beautiful mountain lakes in the country.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW05AF
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration5 nights, single centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £989per person, tour only

  • 12 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts, picnic or light restaurant lunches and 4 course evening meals
  • Headwater navigation provided
Walk the Crossroads of Five Passes
Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland

Walk the Crossroads of Five Passes

Spend a week in the exceptionally beautiful village of Meiringen, home to extensive walking networks with access to spectacular waterfalls and breath-taking Swiss scenery.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07CF
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £989per person, tour only

  • 5 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts and dinners
  • Headwater navigation provided
Highlights of Lake Constance by bike
Austria / Germany / Switzerland: Lake Constance

Highlights of Lake Constance by bike

Explore Lake Constance by bike on gentle cycling trails, stopping for lunches at waterfront restaurants and discovering some of the cultural and historic highlights of this region, staying in Austria, Switzerland and Germany.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

Book Early and Save 10%. T&Cs Apply
  • Holiday codeC07LC
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided cycling
  • Duration7 nights, hotel-to-hotel
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £999per person, tour only

  • 26 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Bike hire included
  • Headwater navigation provided
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
Walking in the Lower Engadine
Switzerland: Graubunden

Walking in the Lower Engadine

Spend your week in the charming town of Scuol, famous for its spa and mineral waters, and of course for it's spectacular walking trails.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07EN
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1299per person, tour only

  • 2 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts and dinners
  • Route notes provided
Walk in the Home of the Matterhorn
Switzerland: Valais

Walk in the Home of the Matterhorn

Based in the picturesque, car-free, alpine town of Zermatt, at the foot of the Matterhorn, this single centre holiday features walking amongst 4,000m peaks. Offering spectacular views of the Matterhorn and the summits of the Swiss, Italian and French Alps.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07ZE
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1409per person, tour only

  • 1 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts & dinners
  • Headwater navigation provided
Walking the Valais Matterhorn Region - Premium
Switzerland: Valais

Walking the Valais Matterhorn Region - Premium

This twin centre holiday immerses you in an unforgettable mountain scene with exceptional walking trails stretching far out across the alpine landscapes. Nestled in the heart of the Alps, it’s difficult not to be captivated by the beauty and tranquillity of the Valais region.

DEPARTURE MONTHS

JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07VP
  • Holiday typeSelf-guided walking
  • Duration7 nights, twin centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From £1419per person, tour only

  • 2 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Headwater navigation provided