Via Alpina

• Complete the classic Via Alpina hike from east to west Switzerland
• Walk with a backdrop of spectacular peaks; some topped with sun-glistening glaciers
• Enjoy spectacular mountain views while crossing as many as 14 Alpine passes
• Smooth, indulgent Swiss chocolate to fuel your hiking adventure
• Stroll through wildflower-filled meadows alive with the sound of cowbells
• Montreux’s scenic lakeshore and vineyards, providing a Mediterranean flair

Immerse yourself in the majesty of Switzerland on the Via Alpina, one of its classic long-distance trails. A hiking enthusiast’s dream, embark on a challenging mountain hike through the picture-perfect landscapes of the Swiss Alps. Cross Alpine passes and walk alongside crystal-clear lakes at the foot of imposing rock faces as the trail takes you through the Bernese Oberland and the culturally renowned Montreux.

The Via Alpina is a trip of a lifetime as you hike through some of the most dramatic landscapes in Switzerland. With a combination of 3-star hotels and traditional mountain chalets, enjoy included hearty dinners on select nights while surrounded by the chatter of your fellow walkers who have come from far and wide to embark on this classic long-distance trail. Macs Adventure has been creating trips in Switzerland since 2008, our team will work with you to find the perfect trip for you, making personal recommendations and providing advice along the way so that you can book your trip with confidence.

For those looking for a shorter hike, we offer each half: the East Section, which starts in the valleys of St Gallen, on the border to Liechtenstein and finishes deep in the Alps, or the West Section which starts in the Bernese Oberland and finishes on the shores of Lac Leman, in Montreux. If you are up for the challenge, embark on the Full Via Alpina Route. This adventure through the magnificent Swiss Alps will test, surprise, and capture your imagination.