Switzerland · WINTER ACTIVITIES
Prices, running times and what each one is actually like on the day: 15 winter days out that give something back for the money, best first.
Paddle winter Lake Brienz in a warm dry suit, with mountain views, castle scenery, expert guides, and a small group of six.
“One of the best activities I did while studying abroad! The instructor I had was so nice and the smaller group sizes made for a more relaxed atmosphere and serene experience. Can’t recommend enough!”
Review of Interlaken’s 4-hour Swiss Alps snowshoe tour, with gear, transport, guides, mountain views, pricing, tips, and booking advice.
“Great experience very well organised and good equipment. Very knowledgeable and friendly guides - highly recommended”
Review of a private 42-minute Swiss Alps helicopter tour over Jungfrau, Eiger, glaciers, lakes, and snow-covered peaks from Belp.
“The helicopter tour over the Swiss Alps was an incredible experience and well worth the cost. The check-in process was smooth, safety instructions were clear, and the staff were friendly and professional. Our pilot Oliver was knowledgeable, pointing out major peaks such as the Matterhorn, Jungfrau, and Mont Blanc, and he gave interesting background on the surrounding regions. The flight itself was very comfortable, with large windows providing excellent visibility from every seat. The entire route offered breathtaking views of glaciers, lakes, and mountain villages, and there were plenty of opportunities for photos. The ride felt safe at all times, and noise-cancelling headsets made communic...”
Ride Interlaken’s winter rivers, lakes, ruins, and old town by e-bike, with warm gear, a small group, and hot chocolate by Lake Brienz.
“definitely recommend, a great way to see Interlaken. Tommy is a great and informative tour guide, definitely ask for the seat cushion but this is an amazing way to get through some must-sees in Interlaken”
Review of the Mount Titlis tour from Lucerne, including cable cars, glacier activities, timing, price, crowds, and practical booking advice.
“Don’t waste your money. Not enough time to go on this mountain. Started late finished early. Terribl”
Review of the winter day trip from Geneva to Chaplin’s World, Chillon Castle, Lavaux vineyards, and Montreux, with practical booking tips.
“Christmas markets at Montreux was the highlight of the day. Castle tour interesting, well worth the visit.”
Review of a private Zurich Airport transfer with Mercedes vehicles, flight tracking, child seats, WiFi, multilingual drivers, and 24-hour cancellation.
“Scheduled a ride from the Zurich airport to my accommodations and it was a great experience from the moment I scheduled a ride (before I arrived). Everyone was committed to ensuring I had a good experience. They will be my preferred partner for transport in the future.”
Snowshoe through Swiss Alpine forests, enjoy fondue and mulled wine, then sled downhill on this guided winter adventure from Interlaken.
“We had an absolutely unforgettable day trip to the Alps! From start to finish, the experience exceeded all our expectations. Our hosts were nothing short of amazing—warm, knowledgeable, and attentive to every detail, making sure Read more”
Review of the Zurich to Lucerne and Mount Titlis tour, with cable cars, ice caves, Cliff Walk, timing, costs, and practical tips.
“If you are afraid of heights it isn’t the trip for you. Also motion sickness medicine helps with altitude sickness.”
Review of Lausanne’s winter Gruyères chocolate and cheese tour, with Alpine views, Cailler tasting, fondue tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“Don’t even consider this travel / tour organizer. The bus simply never arrived, no explanation ever received. So while it is possible to get a refund, that’s beside the point: I had planned my weekend around this trip, so I wasted a whole lot of precious time. Appalling on their part.”
Private three-hour snowboarding lessons in Zermatt with an English-speaking instructor, tailored coaching, Matterhorn views, and flexible group booking.
“Greg was a great instructor for snowboarding. He helped me gain confidence in what I was doing and I was ready for the beginner slopes by the time we finished our session. A lot of helpful tips to fix my mistakes! This was my first time snowboarding and I now believe I’ll be ready next ski trip!”
Review of a private Matterhorn ski day in Zermatt, including guides, Italy access, costs, itinerary, practical tips, and who should book.
“Polyan was exceptional! Provided info on mountain highlights, gave helpful ski tips and picked a great place for us to eat! Ultimate trip of a lifetime, thank you Polyan!”
Explore Lavaux, Chaplin’s World, Montreux, Queen’s studio, and Chillon Castle on a scenic half-day trip from Lausanne.
“All was good and Roger was full of information to share with us. His English was very good . Every body enjoyed the same level of quality and hospitality of Roger. The transport was just right for the group.”
Review of Zurich’s private Titlis and Lucerne tour, with hotel pickup, cable cars, glacier sights, practical tips, and value advice.
“Amazing Day. Ivo our guide was great. A true professional and knowledgeable. Super Friendly and a pleasure to spend the day with. My Titles was a dream day. What an experience. And a great lunch at Lucerine. Definitely recommend this experience.”
Review of Chamonix skiing from Geneva, including transport, equipment, lift pass, itinerary, value, drawbacks, and practical tips.
“We were brought by bus (fine) to Charmonix were we were led to a ski shop that didn't have enough gear for all participants. Then the "guide" left us. Just bailed. We didn't have ski gear and she just left. Eventually, enough people returRead more”
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