Lauterbrunnen to kandersteg, switzerland
EUROPE
July 2026

Via Alpina

[ OVERVIEW ]

This jaw-dropping trek takes us through the “King and Queen” stages of the famous Via Alpina, a 2000km trail that spans the Alps across eight countries, from Italy and Slovenia to France and Monaco. When you walk them, you’ll instantly know why these are the royalty of the route.

We’ll start in the dramatic Lauterbrunnen valley and end in Kanderstegg. Along the way, we’ll explore dramatic waterfalls (with an option to see one underground!), ascend through alpine meadows and glacier valleys to high alpine ridges, and stroll past the Oeschinensee, a lake that makes a legitimate claim to be Switzerland’s most beautiful. We’ll stay two nights in alpine huts with one night in between in a deluxe mountain hotel.

Experience Details


Trip Duration

4 days 3 nights

Pricing

CHF 3800 for group of 4

Price for a private trip for four people in two double rooms. Custom pricing for different group sizes is available depending on lodging availability.

Prices include professional guide, three nights lodging on the trail, three days’ breakfasts, two dinners, local transportation between Interlaken and the trailheads before and after the hike, light local snacks for hiking. Dinner at the hotel, additional hiking food, alcohol, travel to Interlaken and lodging in Interlaken are not included.

16 - 19 July 2026 — Available

21 - 24 July 2026 — BOOKED

Custom dates available, let me know when you want to go.

Next Dates




[ HIGHLIGHTS ]

More details


The hiking

Overall, this is a moderately strenuous trip. Day 3 is the big climb, 1400m up over only 6km, but we have all day to do it so we’ll take lots of breaks to enjoy the amazing views. The other days are longer distances but far less elevation gain.


Food & Drink

We’ll eat family style at the huts on the first and third night. That usually means a soup, main course and dessert. They can accommodate standard dietary restrictions with advance notice. On the second night, we’ll eat at the hotel restaurant where you can choose from a full menu of local specialties. Breakfasts at the hut are simple and hearty, and the hotel will have plenty of options to fill us up for our big climb that day. Beer, wine and spirits are available at each place but are not included in the price of the trek.


Numbers for those counting

Total distance: 31.4km

Elevation gain/loss: +3642m, -3803m

Hours walking each day: 4-6

Calories, steps, heartbeats and the like are up to you to track as you wish :)


Lodging

Night 1: Rotstockhütte, 2039m

Shared dorm room

Night 2: Griesalp Hotels, 1408m

Double room with shower

Night 3: Blüemslipalphütte, 2840m

Shared dorm room

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