Experience one of the most impressive areas in Switzerland. During the trip, you'll come up on mountain peaks, where the beauty of the Swiss alps really catches up with you. There is definitely something to find here.
The hiking trip "Bear trek" takes you on a long, unique route, which leads you past glaciers and spectacular mountain passes. The route "Via Alpina" takes you past the three iconic mountains Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau; through valleys and canyons to the famous ski resort Adelboden-Lenk.
Today the trails are maintained, but that does not mean that the tour is easy.
On this walking holiday, it is important to have a good balance and to be in a good physical shape. It is also important not to have a fear of altitude.
Parts of the trip can be shortened in case of bad weather.
Hiking in the mountains is something special. Views that can be enjoyed both upwards, downwards and onwards, as the heart rate varries with the terrain. Here you can see the pictures from the tour.
See more pictures »You arrive at the first hotel in Meiringen, where you will be handed out maps and route descriptions. Then you have the rest of the day for yourself to enjoy and settle in.
Category B - Hotel (example): Bett & zMorge
Category A - Hotel (example): Alpine Sherpa
Charm - Hotel (example): Hotel Victoria***
You will be driven by bus to the starting point of the first hike. You walk up to the "Grosse Scheidegg", from where you have a magnificent view of the mountains Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. From here you continue to Grindelwald.
Walking: approx. 4½ hours
Distance: approx. 15-23km
+700m / -980m
Category B - Hotel (example): Hotel Lauberhorn
Category A - Hotel (example): Hotel Kirchbühl***
Charm - Hotel (example): Private Selection Hotel Kirchbühl****
The path leads you up to "Kleine Scheidegg". If you like, you can now hike all the way to the "Jungfraujoch". Small paths lead you past the beautiful Trümmelbach waterfalls and down to Lauterbrunnen.
Note: You can also choose an easier route that goes via Wengen down to Lauterbrunnen - or even take the train from "Kleine Scheidegg".
Walking: approx. 6½ hours
Distance: approx. 16,5km
+1155m / -915m
Category B - Hotel (example): Victoria Lauberhorn
Category A - Hotel (example): Hotel Bélvèdere***
Charm - Hotel (example): Hotel Silberhorn****
Early in the morning, a cable car takes you up to Mürren, where there may still be snow in the early summer. You walk along a fantastic alpine view.
Walking: approx. 7½ hours
Distance: approx. 22km
+1315m / -1415m
Category A + B - Hotel (example): Hotel Waldrand***
Charm - Hotel (example): Hotel Berghaus***
The hike up to Blüemlisalp is the nicest part of the whole hike. After a long and steep climb to a height of 2843 meters (9327 ft), you can enjoy a well-deserved meal at this Swiss pasture. The path continues down the glacier to Lake Öschinen and from here it is not far to Kandersteg.
Note: It is also possible to take the cable car down.
Walking: approx. 7½ hours
Distance: approx. 17km
+1450m / -1685m
Category B - Hotel (example): Garni Alpenblick
Category A - Hotel (example): Hotel Blümlisalp***
Charm - Hotel (example): Victoria Belle Epoque***
You start the day by taking the cable car up to the "Allmenalp" from where you walk to "Bonderchrinde". The view is magnificent. The path leads you down to Adelboden.
Walking: approx. 5½ hours
Distance: approx. 11,5-16km
+835m / -1220m
Category A + B - Hotel (example): Hotel Bären
Charm - Hotel (example): Private Selection Bellevue Parkhotel & Spa****
From the famous village of Adelboden you walk towards the Hahnenmoos Pass. Enjoy the wonderful views of Mt. Wildstrubels thaw while walking in the Simmental Valley.
You arrive in Lenk, where you spend your last night in the Bernese Oberland.
Walking: approx. 4 hours
Distance: approx. 14km
+700m / -980m
Category A + B - Hotel (example): Sporthotel Wildstrubel***
Charm - Hotel (example): Hotel Kreuz***
You check out of the hotel and go home or start your next adventure.
The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "single room" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge. If you travel alone it is necessary to select a single room.
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When you book, we will start booking hotels and arranging all the practical details of the trip. This process typically takes 2-5 working days, but some bookings may take longer. If you are arranging your own transport, we recommend that you wait until we have confirmed your booking before arranging this.
Dates
If you can select the date in the tour calendar at the top of this page, this is a possible start date. We continually update the tours with sold-out dates, after which those dates will turn red and cannot be selected.
Please note that transportation to and from the destination is not included in the package, and that you have to make sure to book your own flight that matches the holiday start- and end date. This is easily done online or by contacting us for an offer.
Important: We recommend that you book the trip with us before you buy your plane tickets.
Plane and train
The easiest way to get to Meiringen is to fly to Zurich. From here you take the train to Meiringen. The trip from Zurich to Meiringen takes about 3½ hours by train.
It is also possible to add a transfer from Zurich or Geneva airports to Meiringen - see prices on the booking form.
To get the full overview of the train journey from Zurich to Meiringen, visit Rome2Rio
To get the full overview of the train journey from Lenk to Zurich, visit Rome2Rio
Driving on your own
This may also be a convenient solution. You simply drive all the way to Meiringen and pay approximately 20 euros to leave the car at the first hotel. There is no need to reserve the parking spot in advance.
When you return from Lenk to Meiringen you can take the train, which takes about 3 hours, or you can purchase a private transfer back to the first hotel (costs about €100 per person).
On this trip we have included breakfast every day. It is generally easy to find places to eat at, as well as shops to buy lunch or a lunch pack at.
The accommodation on this tour includes 7 nights in family-run guesthouses with shared facilities.
If you prefer staying in hotels with private facilities, you can upgrade the accommodation on the booking form.
Hotel Upgrade
When you book the trip, you can choose, whether you want to upgrade to especially good hotels on the trip. This costs a little extra, but if you choose this, you'll be accommodated at these types of hotels:
Category A: 6 nights in double rooms at tourist class hotels and 1 night in a traditional mountain hut with a shared bathroom / WC
Charme-hotels: 7 nights in carefully selected hotels (see the list below):
When booking the tour, you will receive all relevant "pre-departure" information. Some information (e.g. the hotel list) is only available about one month before the departure. On our individual self-guided tours, hiking descriptions, maps and other destination materials will be provided to you upon arrival at the first accommodation.
Here you can get an overview of the entire route and the elevation profile for each day. The data shows the data from the GPX-files related to the tour. Notice that the routes are sometimes updated, which means that there might be small variations.
Colors
Blue routes: The route as normal
Red routes: Variations/options (such as shortened or extended routes)
We highly recommend that you are covered by a good travel insurance covering at least Medical Expenses, Illness, Personal Accident, Baggage and Repatriation. The customer is responsible to take the necessary travel insurance that covers these costs. Mountain Adventures, or our local partners, do not have any responsibility for our customers not being covered by a necessary travel insurance. You have to arrange your insurance in your home country.
It can be difficult to plan your trip according to the weather, but to give you an idea of the local climate, see data below. Statistics as seen on www.yr.no.
We are members of the Travel Guarantee Fund (nr. 2529) and have all available insurances. This covers you regardless of your nationality. Read more about that here.
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