Lauterbrunnen to kandersteg, switzerland
EUROPE
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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

Multiple dates available September 2026.

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

Next Dates



CHF 1,089 per person

Total group size limited to 6 adults

Price for double occupancy. Custom pricing for single occupancy and different private group sizes is available depending on lodging availability.

Prices include professional guide, three nights lodging on the trail (including one night in a private room in a hotel), three days’ breakfasts, two dinners, local transportation between Interlaken and the trailheads before and after the hike, and light local snacks for hiking.

What’s not included: Dinner at the hotel, additional hiking food, alcohol, your travel to Interlaken or your lodging in Interlaken.

Pricing


  • Incredible 4-Day Via Alpina Experience with Mark! I was taking my wife and our 19-year old twin nephews on our first alpine hike - and planning a 4-day trek on the Via Alpina felt both exciting and a little challenging, especially as I wanted it to be something special for our nephews. Choosing Mark from Hike Here Now turned out to be the absolute best decision we could have made.

    David Z.

    United States / France

    Via Alpina

    (Read David’s full review on Google reviews)

  • Super hike with Mark on a Swiss section of the via Alpina. Mark is at home in the mountains and equally with people...what more could you want in a guide!

    Simon H.

    Zimbabwe / Switzerland

    Via Alpina

    (from Google review)

  • 4-Day Via Alpina Hike with Mark: A Woman’s Perspective...As a 52-year-old with a reasonable level of fitness, I was a little anxious about my ability to keep up with four men on this challenging section of the Via Alpina...I understand that many women can feel intimidated by the idea of hiking alone, returning to hiking after a long break, or wanting to fulfil a dream of walking one of the great trails that Mark offers, either solo or with loved ones. If this sounds like you, I highly recommend Mark as your guide.

    Esther Z.

    Australia / France

    Via Alpina

    (Read Esther’s full review on Google reviews)

  • This was such an amazing hike! It had great views and was very well put together! Mark has a lot of knowledge of the area that he is happy to share. Definitely recommend.

    Andrew C.

    USA

    Via Alpina

    (from Google review)

[ 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

Private double room with shower

Night 3: Blüemslipalphütte, 2840m

Shared dorm room

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