The 14 Best Swiss Alps Tours & Day Trips

1.Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,409 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $386Our pick

Travel from Zurich to Interlaken and Grindelwald, then ride the Eiger Express gondola and cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch at 3,454 meters. Explore the Sphinx Observatory, Ice Palace, and Alpine Sensation with a multilingual guide such as Lars, Olga, or Andrea. Expect a long, carefully organized day.

“We had a really great experience during this tour. Fernando was very knowledgeable and informative, whilst Min was also very helpful at all times.”

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2.Swiss Alps: Interlaken and Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 360 reviews · 11 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130Best value

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Zurich to Interlaken and Grindelwald, with free time in both Alpine towns. The tour may include guides such as Kid or Hans, while the optional Mt. First cable car runs in summer. Expect a long day, scenic roads, and mostly independent exploring.

“It is a long day but worth it! Kid our guide was amazing and fun! We could not get all the way to the ‘top of Europe’ but the company refunded us. They really tried but train track problems occurred not the company’s fault.”

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3.Glacier Express, Swiss Alps & Lucerne Tour | From Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 164 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $599

Travel from Zurich to Chur, ride the Glacier Express toward Andermatt, and continue to Lucerne for a guided Old Town walk. You’ll see Oberalp scenery, Lake Lucerne, Chapel Bridge, and the Lion Monument. Guides may include Ana Cruz, Leighton, Rose, Jean, or Michelle. High-season substitutions are possible.

“Absolutely amazing. Very very picturesque though out the journey. We loved it and highly recommend to all Our tour guide Ana Cruz was fantastic”

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4.Glacier Express, Swiss Alps & Lucerne Tour | From Basel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $597

Travel from Basel through Chur and Andermatt on a full-day Swiss rail adventure to Lucerne. You’ll ride the Glacier Express route, see Oberalp scenery, explore the Old Town, and learn Swiss history from a guide such as Jean, Rose, or Ana. Expect several trains, a brisk schedule, and lunch at your own cost.

“Train ride was fantastic. Our tour guide-Ana was extremely knowledgeable and the best. We did feel rushed at stopping points. Also the start time for our tour was delayed which was a bit confusing and resulted us seeing Lucerne in the dark which was the one key point we really looked forward to having seen in the daytime. We felt the price was a bit high for not providing a meal as well. Also get clear directions as to the meeting point and the time to meet to ensure you arrive timely. The glazer express views were incredible . Confusion as well to the premium railway pass regarding a meal.…”

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5.Full-Day Hiking Swiss Alps and Lake swim with Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $530Top rated

Join guide Robbe for an 8 to 11-hour mountain day from Lucerne. Hike for 3 to 4 hours on a route chosen for weather and fitness, enjoy a packed lunch, then swim in Lake Lucerne when conditions allow. Winter outings use snowshoes, with private tours offering more control over pace and timing.

“The views are stunning and our guide Robbe was great. He knew the area extremely well and was flexible to our needs and what we wanted to accomplish. Wonderful experience.”

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6.3 Hour Unique Wine Tour – Half Day in Swiss Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $497

Travel from Maienfeld into Switzerland’s wine country for vineyard visits, cellar tasting, and Rhine Valley views. Your guide explains Swiss winemaking in English, with transport by air-conditioned minivan, hotel pickup at selected hotels, and groups limited to seven people per vehicle.

“The wine tour with Markus was fantastic!! We saw 2-3 vineyards and were able to see the grapes being harvested up close in the field (lucky timing for the harvesting). The wine tasting and seeing the production process was very educational. Markus made entire experience fun and enjoyable. I would recommend this small group wine tour and tasting to anyone visiting Zurich. The 1 hour train ride from Zurich to Landquart was easy and you get to see some of the pretty Switzerland landscape/mountains on the train ride.”

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7.Paragliding Tandem Flight In Swiss Alps (Video & Photos Included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $252

Meet Air-Davos Paragliding at Brämabüelstrasse 11 for a tandem flight from Jakobshorn. A trained pilot handles the glider and safety gear while you enjoy 15 to 35 minutes above Davos. The roughly two-hour outing includes photos and video, but not the cable-car ticket or transport.

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8.Easy countryside tour in Swiss Alps – kids friendly

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $157

Join Weronika for a gentle 2.5-hour countryside walk from Lauterbrunnen to Wengen. Expect views of the Jungfrau, Mürren, Schilthorn, and Lauterbrunnen Valley, plus farm animals, waterfalls, ski slopes, and a cash-only farm shop.

“Seeing the cows and llamas and alpacas and chickens and kitties was delightful! We saw the ski runs and the beautiful homes and gardens and tasted the clear water coming down from the glaciers. Wonderful walk!! Very informative. Weronika served a delicious meal with melted Raclette cheese over veggies, potatoes, bread, and apples. The pickles and spices were a perfect topping!! Loved every bite!”

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9.Snowshoe Adventure in the Swiss Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $130

Leave Interlaken for a 1.5 to 2 hour guided snowshoe walk through quiet forests, snowy meadows, and traditional Swiss hamlets. Equipment, boots, poles, snacks, and transport are included. Guides such as Konstantin, Aleksei, and Danny help you stay safe and on pace.

“Great experience very well organised and good equipment. Very knowledgeable and friendly guides - highly recommended”

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10.Private Swiss Alps helicopter tour over snow covered mountain peaks and glaciers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 42 minutes (approx.)

From Belp, your private helicopter circles the Jungfrau region, Eiger, Schilthorn, Aletsch Glacier, Interlaken, Lake Thun, and Lake Brienz. Expect headsets, large windows, pilot commentary, and a small-group flight for up to three people. Pilot Oliver has been praised for clear explanations and a friendly manner.

“Amazing view from up high. I came with my son and I know we will never forget this experience we had together. Pilot is very knowledgeable and very kind, very easy going. I would highly recommend this tour. You will not regret it.”

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11.Glacier Express, Swiss Alps & Lucerne Tour | From Lucerne

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $598

Join a small group at Lucerne station for a full-day rail journey through Chur, Oberalp Pass, and Andermatt. You’ll ride the Glacier Express when operating, hear Swiss history from a local guide, and finish with Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Guides have included Anna, Ana, and Ray.

“This tour is NOT on the Glacier Express as it states. We were misled by the information . We paid extra money to ride the Glacier Express. Do NOT book this tour”

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12.Helicopter tour to the Stockhorn mountain, with great view to the Swiss Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews

Take a private 26-minute helicopter flight from Bern-Belp with up to two companions. Your pilot, often Oliver or Patrick, points out Lake Thun, Stockhorn, Niesen, Thun Castle, Bern, and the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. Expect wide views, headsets, and a souvenir.

“An absolutely fantastic experience! Oliver, our pilot, was super - pointed out all the various sights and was very knowledgeable about the area. The flight itself could not have been smoother. None of us had ever been in a helicopter before and he made us feel so comfortable. Couldn’t recommend this enough!”

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13.Private helicopter tour to the Swiss Alps – see the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews

Fly privately from Bern-Belp with pilot-guide Oliver or a fellow FunFlights pilot on a 42-minute Alpine route. You’ll pass the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, Jungfraujoch’s Sphinx, Piz Gloria, Interlaken, and Lake Thun, with headsets for commentary and a souvenir afterward.

“wow, no words can describe the experience we had!!!”

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14.Matterhorn helicopter tour – longest scenic flight from Bern over the Swiss Alps

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews

Fly privately from Belp near Bern toward the Matterhorn with FunFlights Helicopter-Tours. Pilot Oliver may provide live commentary through the supplied headset as you pass Lake Thun, Oeschinensee, glaciers, Sion, Breithorn, and high Alpine peaks. The flight lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes and returns to Belp.

“We had a terrific time on our trip to the Matterhorn. The views exceeded our expectations and the flight crew was great!”

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