Imagine hiking through lush alpine meadows, in the shadow of legendary peaks like the Matterhorn and the Eiger. What if you could visit a deep glacial valley surrounded by 72 waterfalls? What would it be like to stand at the top of Europe’s longest glacier and breath fresh mountain air?
August is the perfect time to be in the Alps, so space is limited. Our group size is small—usually no more than 12—so call now to reserve your place on this dream vacation.
You’ll be met upon arrival and transferred by private vehicle to the historic and charming village of Zermatt. After settling in we’ll explore a nearby glacial gorge then have dinner and a group orientation. In-flight meals, D
Day 2 – Aug 12 – Zermatt and the Matterhorn
This morning, a cable ascent takes us to Schwarzsee where we skirt glacial lakes and follow a high ridge to the base of the majestic Matterhorn. – B/D
Day 3 – Aug 13 – Zermatt and the Rifflealp
Zermatt is surrounded by spectacular scenery. This morning we’ll take off for the Riffelalp, a high meadow with lakes that perfectly reflect the distant Matterhorn. On an afternoon walk near the village we explore Gornerschlucht, a deep canyon waterfall with a thrilling network of stairways and footbridges. – B/D
Day 4 – Aug 14 – Zermatt to Lauterbrunnen
After breakfast we’ll have time to explore the car-free village of Zermatt, visit the historic mountaineering museum or enjoy some short hikes though surrounding larch forests. Zermatt is hard place to leave, but a midday private shuttle takes us across the Rhone Valley and through the Berner Alps to Interlaken, our gateway to the Junfrau region. Our hotel is near the base of 1,000 foot Staubbach Falls one of the world’s highest– B/D
Day 5 – Aug 15 – Lauterbrunnen
Lauterbrunnen lies in a deep glacial valley surrounded by 72 waterfalls. We’ll explore the valley and visit Trummelbach Falls, where torrents of water have created a series of caves and underground waterfalls – B/D
Day 6 – Aug 16 – Lauterbrunnen – Murren
Today a breathtaking tram takes us from Lauterbrunnen to a high alp and the tiny village of Murren beneath the Schilthorn – B/D
Day 7 – Aug 17 – Lauterbrunnen - Jungfraujoch
The Jungfrau railway takes us from Lauterbrunnen to the alpine crossroads of Kleine Scheidegg at the base of the Eiger. From here a dramatic cog-wheel climb takes us into a tunnel through the Eiger to ascend to the Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. We’ll hike on the Aletschgletscher, Europe’s longest glacier. – B/D
Day 8 – Aug 18 – Lauterbrunnen – Geneva
We’ll have most of the day available for hikes in the area and visiting nearby villages like Wengen and charming Grindelwald.. A private shuttle in the afternoon takes us to Geneva and a farewell dinner. – B/D
Day 9 - Aug 19 - Depart Switerland
An early morning departure from Geneva. Welcome home. –B/In-flight meals
What makes this trip such a great value?
+ The two top hiking destinations in the Alps---Zermatt & the Jungfrau
+ Expert leader and guide
+ All accommodations included
+ Meals as shown on itinerary
+ Ground transportation, including cables and trams
