You’ll stay in peaceful mountain refuges or guesthouses high in the mountains. Accommodation will be mixed (male + female) dormitory rooms (up to 20 persons in one room). All mountain accommodation features hot showers, running water, pillows, blankets and a bar serving cold drinks. Most refuges also have outlets for charging your electronics and even wifi.

Europahut

The Alps

You’ll stay in either the Zermatt Youth Hostel or the Hotel Banhof in mixed dorm rooms.

Zermatt

You’ll stay in peaceful mountain refuges or guesthouses high in the mountains. Accommodation will be mixed (male + female) dormitory rooms (up to 20 persons in one room).  All mountain accommodation features hot showers, running water, pillows, blankets and a bar serving cold drinks. Most refuges also have outlets for charging your electronics and even wifi.


You’ll stay in either the Zermatt Youth Hostel or the Hotel Banhof in mixed dorm rooms.


Cancel up to 31 days before departure and we'll transfer your deposit into credit for a future booking.

Transferrable Deposits

Free date changes up to 31 days before departure.

Free Date Changes

With high peaks, mountain valleys and 15-20km a day to cover, you’ll need to be experienced with a reasonable level of fitness. 

Breakfasts and dinners will be served at the refuges and include coffee, bread, jam and butter. Depending on the refuge, they may also include orange juice, cereal, yoghurt, fruit, cheese and meats. Dinners are hearty and served in large portions - just what a hungry hiker needs! Typical meals include a soup starter, a main course of meat and veggies with a side of grains or pasta, and a dessert like vanilla pudding or creme brulee. Picnic lunches will be provided each day with sandwiches or wrap, a salad and a selection of fruit, muesli bars, chocolate, nuts, etc.
Vegetarian, vegan and most other dietary requirements can be catered for. Just let your host know when booking.

Mountain snack

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You'll need to arrive into Gevena Airport no later than 11:00 on Day 1. Your transfer to the Alps will depart at 11:30 sharp! Your return transfer will arrive at Geneva Aiport at around 18:00 on Day 4, so if departing that evening, book any flight that leaves after 19:30.
For those wanting to arrive a day early, extend their trip, or cannot make the included transfer times, your host can help arrange accomodation and a private transfer for you - see the Optional Extras section for prices.

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1 night in a hostel, 2 nights in remote mountain refuge

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Qualified, English-speaking mountain guides

1 night in a hostel, 2 nights in remote mountain refuge

To and from the airport and everything in-between

Meet up with your crew in Geneva and head for the Matterhorn Valley. After a quick gear check, start up the steep and rugged Europa Trail. Trek to the famous Europahut where you’ll spend the night. You'll arrive just before dinner is served and sleep in a cosy dormitory at over 2000m above sea level.

Welcome to the Swiss Alps

Day 1

Trek deep into the Matterhorn Valley and across the legendary Charles Kuonen suspension bridge. At 500m it’s the longest suspension bridge for pedestrian use in the world. Stand in the middle of the crossing and take in the jaw-dropping panoramic mountain scenery and then continue to your overnight mountain refuge, where there will be plenty of time for a sunset beer on the deck.

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Hike the Europaweg

Day 2

Rise early and catch the sun hitting the surrounding glaciers and the circle of 4000m peaks - the kaleidoscope of colour is worth setting your clock for. Follow the rugged, rocky and beautiful Täschalp Path through the Pfulwe Pass. If you want a challenge, climb to the top of Pfulwe itself (3313m) for an amazing panorama of the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa (the highest mountain in Switzerland) and endless creaking glaciers. Pass the famous Stellisee Lake and capture the iconic picture of the Matterhorn reflected on the mirror-clear water, before returning to Zermatt for the night.

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Summit Pfulwe

Day 3

Wake up bright and early and indulge in a last, traditional Swiss breakfast, complete with local jams, marmalades, honey and cheeses. You’ll have a few hours to hike up the Edelweiss Trail and breathe in the mountain air before boarding the train with your guide for the journey back to Geneva Airport.

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Zermatt Edelweiss Trail

Day 4

Meet up with your crew in Geneva and head for the Matterhorn Valley. After a quick gear check, start up the steep and rugged Europa Trail. Trek to the famous Europahut where you’ll spend the night. You'll arrive just before dinner is served and sleep in a cosy dormitory at over 2000m above sea level.




Trek deep into the Matterhorn Valley and across the legendary Charles Kuonen suspension bridge. At 500m it’s the longest suspension bridge for pedestrian use in the world. Stand in the middle of the crossing and take in the jaw-dropping panoramic mountain scenery and then continue to your overnight mountain refuge, where there will be plenty of time for a sunset beer on the deck. 

Rise early and catch the sun hitting the surrounding glaciers and the circle of 4000m peaks - the kaleidoscope of colour is worth setting your clock for. Follow the rugged, rocky and beautiful Täschalp Path through the Pfulwe Pass. If you want a challenge, climb to the top of Pfulwe itself (3313m) for an amazing panorama of the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa (the highest mountain in Switzerland) and endless creaking glaciers. Pass the famous Stellisee Lake and capture the iconic picture of the Matterhorn reflected on the mirror-clear water, before returning to Zermatt for the night.


Wake up bright and early and indulge in a last, traditional Swiss breakfast, complete with local jams, marmalades, honey and cheeses. You’ll have a few hours to hike up the Edelweiss Trail and breathe in the mountain air before boarding the train with your guide for the journey back to Geneva Airport.



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Spread the cost with as many payments as you need. 

25% deposit to secure your spot

Change your trip date up to 60 days before departure.

Flexible Date Changes

Hike a mini version of the world-famous trek through the beautiful Swiss Alps

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Trek through some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe over four unforgettable days

Visit Stellisee Lake and see the Matterhorn reflected on its mirror-like surface

Summit Pfulwe Peak (3400m), traverse the longest suspension bridge in the world and sleep in cosy mountain refuges surrounded by glaciers

Trek through some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe over four unforgettable days

Visit Stellisee Lake and see the Matterhorn reflected on its mirror-like surface

Summit Pfulwe Peak (3400m), traverse the longest suspension bridge in the world and sleep in cosy mountain refuges surrounded by glaciers

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