Tours in Switzerland

Best of Bernese Oberlands from Luzern

When Alex from our team ran this nine-hour circuit from Luzern, we wound through some genuinely striking Alpine terrain in a private minivan. The route threads over the Brunig Pass toward the Bernese Oberland proper, picking between stops like the Aare Gorge, Giessbach Falls, and the trio of peaks (Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau) depending on what calls to you. It's a curated drive rather than a rushed tick-box tour — you're in your own transport with flexibility to linger, and the scenery shifts from forested valleys to sheer rock walls to meadows dotted with chalets. Fair dinkum Alpine charm without the hiking boots.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1341

★ 5.0 (67)

Vine Stories: Lavaux & Lutry wine walk

When Em from our team walked the Lavaux terraces with Marc, a certified UNESCO guide and sommelier, it felt less like a standard wine tour and more like a local letting you in on centuries of secrets. The 3.5-hour ramble winds through Switzerland's most storied vineyard region—thousand-year-old stone terraces carved into steep lakeside slopes, views across to the French Alps, and a string of family-run winemakers who've been perfecting their craft for generations. You'll taste their stuff, nibble charcuterie, and hear the stories stitched into the landscape. The region draws serious wine nerds and curious walkers alike; it's never rowdy, always intimate.

Paragliding Tandemflight Lucerne - Engelberg

When Ben from our team booked this tandem paragliding flight in the Lucerne-Engelberg region, we got a sobering taste of Swiss alpine views from the air. You're harnessed to a certified pilot for up to 20 minutes of flight time, launching from one of several high-altitude spots around the lake and scanning peaks like Titlis, Rigi, and Pilatus unfold beneath you. The whole experience runs about 2 hours door-to-door. Weather dictates everything here—strong winds or poor visibility mean cancellations or shorter flights. It's genuinely thrilling but requires a particular kind of nerve.

2 hoursfrom AUD $354

★ 5.0 (63)

Private Luxury Tour of Switzerland

When Sarah from our Global Hobo crew ran this private tour through the Bernese Oberland, she spent ten hours threading through some genuinely jaw-dropping alpine scenery—Lauterbrunnen's sheer cliffs, Grindelwald's peaks, and the Trümelbach Falls' narrow gorge all featured. You're chauffeured in a luxury vehicle with a guide, so the pace is measured: long stretches of driving punctuated by stops at viewpoints and villages. The region sits between two lakes and feels properly remote despite being accessible. It suits both people keen on short walks and those happy to soak in the views from the car.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1226

Luzern / Lucerne Professional Paragliding Tandem Flights

★ 5.0 (60)

Luzern / Lucerne Professional Paragliding Tandem Flights

When Alex from our team strapped into a tandem rig in Lucerne, the Alps unfolded beneath us like a topographic map come to life. This isn't a quick thrill—it's a genuine 2.5-hour arc that starts with a shuttle to the launch point, then an hour or more adrift on thermals, watching the Vierwaldstättersee glimmer below and forest patches blur into the distance. The Swiss Alps attract a steady stream of curious flyers and adrenaline seekers, but the site feels spacious enough that you're not queueing for your slice of sky. Professional pilots handle all the flying; you're just along for the ride—and what a ride it is.

2h 30mfrom AUD $363

Lake Luzern pick and mix Tour - Burgenstock, Rigi Seebodenalp and Luzern

★ 5.0 (56)

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1392

Lake Luzern pick and mix Tour - Burgenstock, Rigi Seebodenalp and Luzern

When Lily from our Global Hobo crew ran this Lake Luzern pick-and-mix, it felt less like a rigid itinerary and more like a mate with a van giving you the keys to explore. You start in Luzern itself — a postcard-perfect lakeside town — then branch out to higher ground at Burgenstock or Rigi Seebodenalp for Alpine views, or detour to chocolate and cheese factories if that's your angle. Eight to nine hours means you're not rushed, and the flexibility to choose your stops is the real drawcard. It's the heartland of Switzerland done your way, with lake villages and mountain vistas threaded throughout.

DAVOS: Paragliding Tandem Flight In Swiss Alps (Video & Photos Included)

★ 5.0 (55)

DAVOS: Paragliding Tandem Flight In Swiss Alps (Video & Photos Included)

When Mia from our team strapped in for a tandem paraglide above Davos, the Alps opened up in a way no chairlift could match. You're tethered to a certified pilot who handles the kit and landing; your job is to show up fit enough and game for it. The flight lasts roughly two hours door-to-door, though actual airtime depends on thermals and conditions. It's the kind of thing that rewires how you see a mountain range—less postcard, more 'I'm actually floating above it'.

Zurich 360° City Walk Tour Including Hidden Spots

When Em from our Global Hobo crew did this Zurich walk, we covered the whole city centre in three and a half hours—mixing major landmarks with quieter corners most tourists miss. The guide threaded together Zurich's 2000-year history in bite-sized stories, from Roman times through to why the place became a financial powerhouse. You'll stop for local tastes (cheese, chocolate, Swiss liqueur, a regional soft drink) and hit viewpoints for decent photos. It's a solid introduction to how the city ticks, both its past and how locals actually live now.

Private Ski Instructor from Lucerne including Transport

When Mia from our Global Hobo crew booked this private ski lesson from Lucerne, she appreciated the door-to-door simplicity — you're picked up from your hotel or the train station at 8:45am, whisked by public transport to either Klewenalp or Engelberg depending on your level, and back by 4:30pm. The instructor tailors the day to your ability, whether you're finding your edges for the first time or polishing technique. Four hours on snow, plus a lunch break, means real progression without the usual group-lesson pace. Transport's sorted; you just bring yourself and book a ski pass separately.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1208

The Grand Switzerland Private Tour (5 days)

★ 5.0 (39)

The Grand Switzerland Private Tour (5 days)

When Ben from our team did this five-day private tour across Switzerland, we found ourselves steering well clear of the standard alpine postcard route. You're paired with a knowledgeable local guide who tailors the itinerary to what you actually want to see—not a locked-in script. The mix tilts toward quieter corners alongside the genuine highlights: think hidden valleys, lesser-known villages, and viewpoints where you're not queuing with a hundred others. It's the kind of tour that lets you move at your own pace and pivot if something catches your eye. Lunch, entries, and transport are sorted; you arrange your own accommodation.

5 daysfrom AUD $10850

★ 5.0 (36)

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $599

Discovery Flight Lucerne-Engelberg

When Mia from our Global Hobo crew took to the air over Lucerne and Engelberg, she got a genuine taste of what paragliding feels like without needing years of training. You're strapped to a certified pilot who launches from some of Switzerland's best thermal spots—Brunni, Führenalp, Niderbauen, or Mount Pilatus—and spend two and a half hours drifting through Alpine foothills. The views are proper stunning: rolling valleys, distant peaks, and the glint of lakes below. It's a mixed crowd of thrill-seekers and bucket-listers, all trusting their pilots to handle the unpredictable mountain weather.

Birdlike Hang Gliding Lucerne

When Lily from our team tried Birdlike's hang gliding experience near Lucerne, we found ourselves strapped into a harness at 2,000 metres, drifting silently over the Swiss Alps for up to an hour. It's genuinely different from paragliding — faster, more responsive, with the pilot tweaking your flight moment to moment based on what you want: adrenaline or serenity. You ride a vintage funicular and a rotating cable car (the CabriO, apparently a world first) to reach Mt Stanserhorn, where the view across central Switzerland spreads out below before you launch into the third dimension. The whole outing takes about three hours.

À Maurice Watch Workshop in Zurich

When Sarah from our team booked the À Maurice Watch Workshop in Zurich, she walked into one of those rare pockets where craftsmanship actually gets passed on. You'll spend an hour or two learning to take apart and rebuild a Unitas pocket movement — the mechanical heart of a manual watch — with Maurice, a watchmaker who clearly loves his work. It's a small, intimate setup in the city centre, and the kind of experience that appeals to people curious about how things actually work, not just how they look.

Heart of the Alps Private Hiking Tour from Lucerne

★ 5.0 (31)

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1489

Heart of the Alps Private Hiking Tour from Lucerne

When Mia from our team ran this private hike from Lucerne, we spent nine hours in the Engelberg valley with a dedicated guide, tackling 4–5 hours of proper walking through alpine meadows and past waterfalls. You climb by regional train and cable car to the Mt. Titlis region—no crowded tour buses, just your group of up to eight and a guide who knows the terrain. The views are genuine: cows on steep green slopes, snow-capped ridges, streams cutting through the rock. It's a full day that rewards solid legs and good lungs, though the terrain is uneven underfoot.

Appenzell Farm Experience from Zurich & Alpine Panorama

When Alex from our team took this private tour out of Zurich, we headed into the Appenzell region to spend a morning and afternoon on a working family farm. The drive takes you through proper Alpine scenery—steep pastures, traditional timber houses, the kind of landscape that looks exactly how Switzerland should. You're collected in a comfortable Mercedes, and the pace is relaxed; it's structured around farm routines (milking happens when the cows need it, not when the schedule says so). The day runs 7–8 hours total and suits families after a genuine slice of rural Swiss life, not a polished attraction.

Private Tour Lauterbrunnen Interlaken Mürren Swiss Alps

★ 5.0 (30)

Private Tour Lauterbrunnen Interlaken Mürren Swiss Alps

When Noah from our Global Hobo crew booked this private tour, we got a proper taste of how the Swiss Alps feel when you're not crowded shoulder-to-shoulder with tour groups. Fabian and Christina, a local couple who run the show, take you through Lauterbrunnen and Mürren at a pace that actually lets you breathe—stopping for a farm-fresh raclette picnic with their own cheese, lingering in quiet spots, and sharing real stories instead of scripted spiels. It's eight hours of wandering between two of the region's most striking valleys, and the whole thing reads like a day out with mates who happen to know the mountains inside out.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1598

★ 5.0 (30)

Snowshoe Adventure in the Swiss Alps

When Tom from our Global Hobo crew laced up snowshoes near Interlaken, the 4-hour outing felt like stepping into a quieter version of the Alps. You're guided through frosted forest and across open slopes with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau as your backdrop—the kind of scenery that makes Instagram feel redundant. The pace is steady rather than punishing, and the alpine villages tucked beneath those peaks give the walk real character. It's genuinely one of the ways to see Switzerland that doesn't involve a crowded cable car.

Private sailing cruise on Lake Geneva from Geneva

When Lily from our team booked this private sailing cruise on Lake Geneva, we got a skipper who actually knows how to read both the wind and what a group wants from three hours on the water. It's a flexible setup—you can kick back with views of the Alps, have a go at the wheel yourself, or chase a bit of adrenaline, depending on your crew's mood. The boat launches from Geneva, and the whole thing sits well outside the tourist boat queues. Syrup-based drinks and all taxes are built in, so there's no bill shock at the end.

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

When Jake from our team booked this 42-minute helicopter flight from Bern-Belp airport, we knew we were after the Swiss Alps' heavy hitters — the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The tour climbs straight into the high peaks, banking past the Eiger's north face and sweeping over Jungfraujoch glacier country. Your pilot narrates the landscape below: geology, local history, the works. It's a small-group affair with proper headsets so you can actually hear the commentary over the rotor noise. The vibe is controlled adventure — thrills without the adrenaline-junkie edge.

42 minfrom AUD $3136

Natural Wonders of Switzerland: Private Day Tour from Zurich

★ 5.0 (27)

Natural Wonders of Switzerland: Private Day Tour from Zurich

When Ben from our team ran this private day tour out of Zurich, we got a proper look at what makes Swiss landscapes tick — the kind of spots most visitors miss. Your guide is a local who knows the region's history, culture, and the best valleys and viewpoints, and they'll pivot the itinerary based on what grabs you. The eight-hour loop covers alpine scenery, stops at a chocolate or cheese producer if you're keen, and includes a proper Swiss picnic with raclette in a mountain setting. It's just you and your guide, which means zero rushing and genuine flexibility.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1923

Private 3-Hour Ski Lesson in Zermatt, Switzerland

★ 5.0 (24)

9 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $2514

Private 3-Hour Ski Lesson in Zermatt, Switzerland

When Noah from our team booked a private 3-hour ski lesson in Zermatt, he got a one-on-one session with a licensed instructor who actually knows their craft. Zermatt sits at the foot of the Matterhorn in Switzerland's Valais region — a proper alpine village where serious skiers converge and the snow is consistent. The lesson moves at your pace, whether you're finding your feet on skis for the first time or polishing technique on intermediate runs. It's the kind of setup where an instructor can dial in exactly what you need rather than herding a group through the same routine.

Klosters Tandem Paragliding Flight from Gotschna

When Jake from our team strapped in for a tandem flight above Klosters, it was just him and an experienced pilot in a harness, catching thermals above the Swiss Alps. You cable car and hike up to Gotschna, then launch into a 15–30 minute glide depending on wind — no engine noise, just the sound of air and the valley getting smaller below. It's a proper rush without the freefall intensity of skydiving, and the view of Davos-Klosters and the surrounding peaks makes the whole thing feel like you're floating through a postcard.

Guided Hiking Half Day in Zermatt

When Jake from our team tackled this half-day hike around Zermatt, we got a proper sense of what lies beyond the postcard Matterhorn shots. The tour strings together quieter trails that feed past glacier views and cold alpine lakes — the kind of stuff you'd miss if you just wandered on your own. Three hours of walking in thin air, with a local guide steering you toward the bits worth seeing. The town itself is a mix of serious hikers, day-trippers, and those just here for the views, so it's compact but busy in season.

Interlaken Valley Winter E-Bike Tour: Rivers, Lakes & Castles

When Jake from our team ran this winter e-bike tour out of Interlaken, we rolled alongside the milky-blue River Aare and traced the edges of Lakes Thun and Brienz—all without burning our legs out, thanks to the electric assist. The valley here is legitimately stunning in winter: quiet, crisp, and dotted with medieval ruins and traditional chalets. We stopped at Interlaken's old town, picked around 12th-century castle remnants, and warmed up with hot chocolate overlooking the water. It's a gentler way to cover serious ground and scenery in about two and a quarter hours, and the e-bikes mean you're not gasping when the hills roll up.

Homemade Italian Pizza & Focaccia Experience with a Local Family

When Alex from our Global Hobo crew rolled up to this Swiss cooking session, we found ourselves in a proper Italian family kitchen learning to make pizza and focaccia from scratch. The hosts run this with catering pedigree—they're working with organic, biodynamic Italian ingredients and a 7-year-old sourdough starter they actually give you to take home. Over three hours, you're kneading dough, shaping bases, and sliding pizzas into the oven while sampling Piemonte wines and Swiss drops. It feels less like a tourist class and more like crashing a mate's family dinner party, minus the awkwardness.

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

When Mia from our Global Hobo crew booked this helicopter flight from Bern-Belp airport, we got a proper look at the Swiss Alps from above — Stockhorn, the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau all in one 26-minute loop. You launch over the turquoise expanse of Lake Thun and Thun city, with the pilots chatting through headsets about the region's history and geography as you bank between peaks. It's the kind of experience that stops conversation mid-sentence. The helicopter's compact, the views are genuinely spectacular, and it's pitched at everyone from first-time flyers to adrenaline seekers who want a gentler rush.

Swiss Alps panorama Tour with private guide from Zurich

When Jake from our team ran this Swiss Alps panorama tour, we tackled four legendary alpine villages in a single day out of Zurich. The private-guide setup meant we could skip the tour-bus queues and move at our own pace through Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Iseltwald and Wengen—each one a postcard-ready cluster of chalets and meadows ringed by dramatic peaks. Nine to eleven hours gives you a proper feel for the region without feeling rushed, though you'll clock some serious driving time between stops.

★ 5.0 (21)

Lake Lucerne Peninsula e-Bike Tour

When Noah from our team pedalled this Lake Lucerne circuit, it struck us as a smart way to cover ground without burning out. You're on an e-bike doing roughly 16 kilometres along the shoreline, with the Alps framing the whole thing — Mount Pilatus, Rigi, and Stanserhorn all in view. The motor takes the sting out of climbs, so it's genuinely doable for anyone with a basic fitness level who can already ride. Lucerne itself sits at the edge of this glacial lake, and the ride shows you why Swiss tourism boards won't stop banging on about it. Two hours all up, guided the whole way.

2 hoursfrom AUD $472

Best of Bernese Oberland Tour from Interlaken

★ 5.0 (21)

Best of Bernese Oberland Tour from Interlaken

When Mia from our team ran this tour, we spent 9 hours rolling through the Bernese Oberland in a private Mercedes minivan—the kind of setup that actually lets you stop when something catches your eye rather than sticking to a rigid timetable. You'll cross the Brunig Pass, hit viewpoints like the Aare Gorge and Giessbach Falls, take a boat across Lake Brienz to wander Brungasse (genuinely one of the region's prettiest lanes), then head into Lauterbrunnen Valley to clock the Staubbach Falls and Trummelbach Falls. The landscape here is proper dramatic—jagged peaks, thundering water, valley greens—and you're mostly riding rather than hiking, which suits a packed itinerary.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1362

Swiss Alps and Waterfalls Private Tour from Zurich

★ 5.0 (19)

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1562

Swiss Alps and Waterfalls Private Tour from Zurich

When Jake from our team ran this private tour, we wound through the Swiss Alps with a local farming couple who know every valley and waterfall worth visiting. Seven to eight hours of proper Alpine scenery — towering peaks, waterfalls thundering down rock faces, and the kind of villages you'd miss on a standard coach tour. The real hook? A raclette picnic featuring their own farm cheese and produce, eaten with a view that makes you understand why people actually live up here year-round rather than just photograph it.

Half Day Morning Private Ski Lesson in Verbier

Half Day Morning Private Ski Lesson in Verbier

When Ben from our team booked a half-day morning ski lesson in Verbier, he got paired with an English-speaking instructor who actually knew the mountain. Over three hours, the focus was on technique and reading the slope rather than just sliding down it. Verbier's a busy resort in the Valais, packed with intermediate-to-advanced skiers and a scene that's part serious snow pursuit, part après-ski buzz. The instructor had solid local intel—which lifts had short queues, where conditions were best that day, and frankly, where to grab decent coffee. Not a group lesson; just one-on-one coaching on the snow.

3 hoursfrom AUD $708

Grindelwald -Kleine Scheidegg-Lauterbrunnen Small Group Day Trip

Grindelwald -Kleine Scheidegg-Lauterbrunnen Small Group Day Trip

When Alex from our team ran this small-group circuit from Interlaken, we got a proper taste of the classic Jungfrau loop without the tourist crushes. The day chains three villages together — starting in Grindelwald's tidy streets, ascending by cogwheel train to the high-altitude lunch spot at Kleine Scheidegg with clear sightlines across the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, then descending through Wengen and down to Lauterbrunnen, where you're staring up at the Staubbach waterfall pouring down the cliff face. It's seven hours of Alpine railway hopping, and the group stays small enough that you're not jostling for photos.

7 hoursfrom AUD $663

Jungfraujoch & Lauterbrunnen Alpine Tour | From Bern

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $2079

Jungfraujoch & Lauterbrunnen Alpine Tour | From Bern

When Sarah from our Global Hobo crew tackled this route, it felt like the ultimate Swiss Alpine hit—starting from Bern, the train carries you to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station, where the views stretch across endless snow and rock. The descent swings through Lauterbrunnen Valley, taking in Staubbach Falls and the car-free village of Wengen, before finishing in Interlaken with its Belle Époque vibe and local chocolate stops. It's a full 8.5-hour push, mixing serious altitude with genuine cultural beats and some solid walking.

The natural wonders of Switzerland: private tour from Basel (1 day)

When Noah from our team took this private tour out of Basel, we got a proper taste of Swiss alpine beauty without the tour bus crowds. The route strings together mountain villages, lake views, and serious scenery—starting near Schwyz with views across Lake Lucerne, then pushing into Uri canton where the Mediterranean vibe meets jagged peaks. You'll hit Altdorf (Wilhelm Tell country), climb toward the Klausen Pass, stop for raclette in the open air, hunt for a hidden waterfall in the Sardona UNESCO site, and finish at a proper chocolate maker. It's a full 8–9 hours, customisable to what you fancy, with a local guide calling the shots and a picnic thrown in.

From Zurich: Premium Panoramic Train, Lucerne & Interlaken Alps

8 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $672

From Zurich: Premium Panoramic Train, Lucerne & Interlaken Alps

When Charlie from our team ran this Zurich-to-Interlaken route, we ditched the coach queues for a proper train day. You start in Lucerne, wander the Old Town and iconic Chapel Bridge on foot with a guide, then board the GoldenPass — one of Switzerland's most celebrated scenic rail lines — for the journey to Interlaken. The ride hugs lakes and Alpine slopes with panoramic windows that do the heavy lifting. Interlaken's the payoff: guided orientation, then loose hours to photograph the Jungfrau, browse shops, or just sit with the view. All train tickets and transport are baked in, no surprise costs. It's an 8–11 hour loop that reads less like a tick-box tour and more like a proper Swiss day out.

Full Day Private Ski Lesson in Verbier

When Noah from our team booked a full-day private ski lesson in Verbier, he got paired with an instructor who knew the mountain inside out — the good runs, which lifts to avoid, and where to grab decent coffee between runs. European Snowsport's crew are all English-fluent and genuinely keen to help you improve, not just tick a box. It's seven hours on the slopes with someone who's skied these peaks hundreds of times and can read snow conditions and your abilities in real time. The vibe is collaborative rather than barked-instruction; many clients keep coming back to the same teacher year after year.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1144

Private helicopter tour to the Swiss Alps - see the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau

★ 5.0 (17)

Private helicopter tour to the Swiss Alps - see the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau

When Jake from our team booked this private helicopter tour out of Bern-Belp, we were after the kind of view that makes you understand why the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau have legendary status. Forty-two minutes in the air gets you close enough to see the Eiger's North Face properly, loop past the Jungfraujoch and its Sphinx observatory, and hear the pilots—who know these peaks intimately—fill in the geology and climbing history. It's a smooth operation: modern helicopters, headsets so conversation's easy, and the kind of Alpine scenery that justifies the splurge. You're not dodging crowds or queuing; you're getting a private window on some of Europe's most famous mountains.

Peak to Peak Private Hiking Tour from Lucerne

When Jake from our team ran this private hike from Lucerne, he covered serious alpine ground — two peaks with views across a chain of lakes and down to the Swiss lowlands. You're stitched together by train, bus, and a century-old funicular, which keeps the walking focused on the interesting bits rather than road bashing. The landscape shifts as you climb: farmland gives way to steep meadows dotted with wildflowers and grazing cows. It's a proper workout over 9 hours, aimed at small groups (2–8 people) who can handle exposed, uneven terrain and aren't after a leisurely stroll. Peak season draws hikers, but the route itself stays quieter than the honeypot trails.

9 hoursfrom AUD $935

Rapperswil, Cheese, and Lindt Home of Chocolate from Zurich

★ 5.0 (17)

Rapperswil, Cheese, and Lindt Home of Chocolate from Zurich

When Noah from our team ran this nine-hour loop from Zurich, we traced a neat arc through Swiss postcard country: rose-draped Rapperswil and its castle, the solemn Baroque monastery at Einsiedeln, a working dairy where we watched milk become cheese, and the Lindt chocolate temple in Kilchberg with its five-storey chocolate fountain. It's a well-threaded mix of medieval architecture, pilgrimage reverence, dairy mechanics, and unapologetic chocolate indulgence. The coach does the driving; a guide does the talking. Crowds are manageable except at Lindt, where tour groups pile in like ants at a picnic.

9 hoursfrom AUD $224

Lucerne: City Highlights Walking Tour with Professional Photos

★ 5.0 (17)