FAMILY VACATION

Switzerland Family Vacation

  • 7 Days
  • 18 People Max

    5 - 18 guests

  • Activity Level 2
    • Activity Level 2

      On the Move

      Sure, I own some hiking boots, they're even worn in, but they don't go on long trips. I like my creature comforts and I like to give a range of activities a go.

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  • Trip Start: Zurich, Switzerland
  • Trip End: Zurich, Switzerland
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Experience the ultimate family vacation in the Swiss Alps as you hike, bike, and travel by train to witness incredible landscapes and charming culture.

With the Swiss Alps as your backdrop, spend a week basking in the glory of some of Europe’s most spectacular mountain scenery. Hike near the storied Swiss mountain towns of Davos and St. Moritz. Discover the Middle Earth Museum complete with a Hobbit hole, in the wine-making village of Jenins. Sail mostly downhill on bike rides along the Walensee, and through the Rhine River Valley. Ride the efficient Swiss trains through the UNESCO World Heritage route through Chur, Bergün, and St. Moritz. This Switzerland family vacation is sure to inspire everyone’s sense of adventure and forge forever memories.

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Switzerland Family Vacation ~ Itinerary

Trip Start: Zurich, Switzerland Trip End: Zurich, Switzerland
  • Day 1Arrive in Zurich, ride along the Walensee, surrounded by the Alps

  • Day 2Travel to Unterterzen, hike around Flumserberg

  • Day 3Take a scenic train ride to St. Moritz, bike from Sils Maria to St. Moritz

  • Day 4Experience a Via Ferrata for majestic views of the Alps

  • Day 5Hop on a scenic train ride to Davos, hike above the village, relax in Klosters

  • Day 6Cycle through the Rhine River valley

  • Day 7Take a scenic transfer back to Zurich, depart home

  • Day 1

    Arrive in Zurich, ride along the Walensee, surrounded by the Alps

    After departing Zurich, you’ll be whisked away into the stunning village of Obstalden along the jaw-dropping Walensee. You’ll have nothing but smiles as you ride along the lake taking in the scenery of the Swiss Alps. Stop lakeside in the village of Walenstadt for a lunch with 360-degree views. Feel like a king in a castle at the Hotel Schloss Ragaz, as we have a welcome feast.

    Hotel Schloss Ragaz, Bad Ragaz (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

  • Day 2

    Travel to Unterterzen, hike around Flumserberg

    This morning you’ll travel to Unterterzen, then ascend the cableway to Flumserberg where adventures are awaiting. You’ll start with a short hike around Flumserberg to enjoy the crisp alpine air, later stopping for lunch and a feast of stunning views at Maschgenkamm. Flumserberg offers a ropes course and a mountain coaster (called flumser) for adventures, and possibilities for paragliding (not included in the trip price and weather dependent).

    Hotel Schloss Ragaz, Bad Ragaz (Breakfast, Lunch)

    Hiking: 5 or 11 kilometers or (3 or 7 miles), easy or moderate

  • Day 3

    Take a scenic train ride to St. Moritz, bike from Sils Maria to St. Moritz

    This morning, embark on an unforgettable train journey through the UNESCO world heritage route of Chur, through Bergen, ending in St. Moritz. Mesmerizing scenery will greet you the entire way on one of the most scenic railways in the world. A quick drive will bring you to Sils Maria, where you’ll have time for lunch on your own before setting off on a scenic bike ride back to St. Moritz (and beyond if you want to push further – we’ll get you a transfer back!). This evening, enjoy a lovely lakeside dinner.

    Hotel Waldhaus, St. Moritz (Breakfast, Dinner)

  • Day 4

    Experience a Via Ferrata for majestic views of the Alps

    Experience the thrill of a Via Ferrata, where you are safely attached to a fixed cable, with metal rungs, pegs, and ladders for assistance which allows for a simple and safe way to experience rock climbing. The views of the Alps draped with glaciers, are truly breathtaking when experienced from the heights of a Via Ferrata. For those who are looking for a little less of an adrenaline spike, you have the option to go on a guided nature hike instead of Via Ferrata. This evening, unwind at the hotel after a memorable day in the Alps, or decide to take a stroll to do some star gazing after dinner on your own.

    Hotel Waldhaus, St. Moritz (Breakfast, Lunch)

    Via Ferrata: Via Ferrata : 4 Hours
    Hiking: Geological and native plants hike (alternative activity): Varying distances

  • Day 5

    Hop on a scenic train ride to Davos, hike above the village, relax in Klosters

    Enjoy a lovely breakfast before embarking on another unbelievable train ride through the Alps. After arriving in Davos, you’ll set off for a stunning mountaintop hiking exploration above the charming village. Relax on a short train ride to Klosters, where you’ll settle into your charming hotel surrounded by mountain peaks.

    Piz Buin, Klosters (Breakfast, Dinner)

    Hiking: Optional Hike above village: Varying distances

  • Day 6

    Cycle through the Rhine River valley

    Start your day with an epic downhill bike ride through the stunning Rhine River valley. Pass by vineyards and mountain peaks as the scenery unfolds around you. Make your way back to Bad Ragaz to enjoy another night in the castle and a final dinner with your travel companions.

    Hotel Schloss Ragaz, Bad Ragaz (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

    Biking: 30 or 40 kilometers (18 or 25 miles), downhill, easy

  • Day 7

    Take a scenic transfer back to Zurich, depart home

    After breakfast, a scenic transfer takes you to Zurich where you will be dropped off wherever you please – at your hotel, the airport, or the train station.

    No Accommodation (Breakfast)

    Notes: *Trip itineraries are subject to change without notice due to road, weather and other factors outside of our control, for the safety and enjoyment of our guests, as deemed necessary and appropriate.

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Discounted child prices are available for children 12-years-old and under. Click the BOOK button for your preferred departure below to see child prices.

USD $4599/per adult , USD $4099/per child

Child rates apply for children 12 years and under.

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Where does the trip start?

On the first day of the trip we will meet you at the Engimatt City-Garden hotel at 8:30am. You are welcome to stay at any hotel in Zurich for your pre-night, but you must get to the pick-up point at the pre-designated time.

Where does the trip end?

Your trip ends with a drop-off at either the Zurich Airport in time for flights below, Zurich train station or a hotel of your choice in Central Zurich around 12pm.

What flights would you recommend?

Arrival: We recommend arriving in Zurich at least the day before your trip starts. Many guests like to arrive a day or two early to accommodate potential flight delays and/or explore the host city prior to your trip start.

Departure: Flying out on the last day of the trip, we recommend departing from Zurich after 1pm. Earlier flight times will require a separate transfer booked at your own expense.

How do rooming arrangements work?

Trip prices are based on shared arrangements (typically two guests per room), unless otherwise stated. For solo travellers, we’ll pair you with another person of the same gender to share rooms and if there’s no one suitable to share with, there’s no forced single supplement. However, if you specifically request your own rooms, you can opt to pay the single supplement. Solo travellers who book within 90 days of departure, where there are no other solo travellers willing to share, will be required to pay the single supplement. 

For Family Vacation bookings, families consisting of four guests traveling with children aged 17 and under will be automatically assigned one shared room. However, the following alternative rooming allocations are available:

  • Families consisting of four guests with all children aged 13 and above are welcome to opt for additional rooms as per advertised double occupancy adult rates.
  • Families consisting of four guests with at least one child aged 12 and under are automatically assigned a shared room. However, families can opt to pay the adult rates for all guests in their family to have an additional room.
  • The same principles apply for families consisting of more than four guests.

Rooming preferences are subject to availability and must be communicated in writing at time of booking. Automatic assignments as per this policy will be applied in the absence of any specification provided by guests. Any request for additional rooms during trips will be at guests’ own expense and subject to rates made available by the accommodation provider at the time. All minors (guests aged 17 and under) must be accompanied by at least one adult.

Is tipping expected in Europe?

Tipping is not expected in Europe however you might want to tip a little extra if you feel someone gave really fantastic service, but it's not really necessary. Many of our people also choose to tip their Active Adventures Europe trip leaders and local guides and we recommend USD$20 per day, per guest, per Trip Leader/guide.

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