Famed for its good food, discover the heritage of the world renowned produce of Bologna, walk in the Apennine hills and enjoy the historic cities of Parma, Modena, Ravenna and Bologna.
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Our walking holidays in Switzerland take you through the Swiss Alps at their most spectacular, flower-filled meadows, timber chalet villages, and snow-dusted peaks reached by cable car. Travel with a small group of fellow walkers, led by expert guides who know these mountains intimately.
Escape to the enchanting, car-free village of Wengen and experience the very best of the Swiss Alps. Surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery, flower-filled meadows, and breathtaking views of the iconic Jungfrau, this holiday combines easy walking with effortless exploration using Switzerland's superb network of mountain trains and cable cars. From peaceful alpine trails to unforgettable panoramic viewpoints, every day reveals a new wonder.
The Matterhorn is simply incredible. You must see it with your own eyes! Beneath the world’s most immediately recognisable mountain lies the village of Zermatt, our alpine home for a week of breathtaking views.
Adelboden is a Swiss delight, set at the foot of the dramatic Wildstrubel and surrounded by the Bernese Oberland Alps. It is the perfect setting for an unforgettable summer venture – with remarkable views of the magical alps, towering waterfalls, and easy access to a network of cable cars to some superb high level mountain walking.
On this 7‑night walking holiday in Switzerland, you’ll explore the stunning Saas Valley from a base in Saas Almagell. You can choose between moderate and challenging walks through forests, meadows, and high alpine trails with spectacular views. Highlights include Saas Fee, Mattmark Reservoir, and panoramic valley routes, with cable cars aiding access. A free day allows visits to Zermatt or glacier viewpoints, while comfortable accommodation and expert guidance ensure a rewarding experience.
Situated high on a mountain plateau in the Bernese Oberland, Kandersteg is a charming traditional Swiss village offering classic winter walking paths and breathtaking alpine scenery, with stunning panoramic views. During Christmas, the village transforms into a magical alpine retreat with festive lights, cosy chalets, and seasonal markets. Enjoy peaceful snowy trails, warm hospitality, and authentic Swiss traditions, making it a perfect, memorable Christmas escape in the mountains.
Switzerland boasts some of the most spectacular hiking trails in the world, and our holidays take you to many of the very best:
The Eiger Trail — walk in the shadow of the iconic Eiger North Face
The Five Lakes Walk in Zermatt — see the Matterhorn reflected in a string of alpine lakes
Aletsch Glacier Panorama Trail — explore Europe's largest glacier on this UNESCO World Heritage site
Via Alpina — walk a stretch of the classic long-distance alpine route through Switzerland
Lauterbrunnen Valley — discover waterfalls and meadows in the "Valley of 72 Waterfalls"
The Swiss Path — follow the historic mountain trail around Lake Lucerne
We'll take you across the Schanfigg Valley for views from the Langwiesser Aussicht, stopping at the colourful hamlets of Chüpfen and Dörfli before riding the Madrisa Gondola above emerald valleys thick with wildflowers. In Kandersteg, nestled at the foot of the Kander valley, we'll walk the Gemmi Pass to reach the Daubensee at over 2,200 metres, with Swiss cowbells ringing out across the alpine meadows along the way.
Our expert leaders bring decades of experience in Switzerland and the Alps to every holiday we run here, from moderate walks among the pistes of the Jungfrau to more challenging routes across the Mont Blanc massif and the Grisons. On our toughest mountain days, you'll be accompanied by an IML-qualified leader, internationally certified for mountain leadership, so you can tackle the more demanding terrain with complete confidence. Whichever holiday suits you, we take care of every detail, leaving you free to enjoy some of the most beautiful walking in Europe.
From the physical benefits of gentle walking to the joy of unhurried discovery, find out why a slower walking holiday might be the best you've ever taken.
Read morePart three of Switzerland being explored by our expert walk leader Jane reveals valuable revelations and reflections.
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Read moreRamble Worldwide walking holiday leader Jane Ascroft takes her first steps into Switzerland's hidden paradise.
Read moreIn part three of Ramble Worldwide leader Avril's adventures, she embraces a majestic vista of Switzerland's raw mountain landscape from the Glacier 3000.
Read moreAvril reveals the charm and culture in part two of her walking holiday in the Swiss alps.
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