Switzerland Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Premiere Hotels
Switzerland Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jun-Sep
Montreux to Lucerne via the Swiss Alps
Switzerland reaches alpine heights. Add in a splash of the country's colorful and flavorful heartland, and you have a perfect pairing. Bike through sloping vineyards overlooking electric-blue waters. Cut into cheese heritage in the shadow of Gruyères Castle. From stately Lake Geneva to fairy-tale Lake Lucerne, French to German, cities to villages—try a sampling of Switzerland.
Highlights
- Pedal against the backdrop of the Alps in one of Europe's most outdoor-centric and bike-friendly countries
- Ascend dramatic mountain ranges on scenic trains, funiculars and an exterior elevator to behold expansive views
- Enjoy the outdoors as the Swiss do—lounging by the lake and getting active in the countryside—plus catch some local culture with cheese tastings and more
- Tour ornate cities and wander chalet-filled villages, then return to stunning hotels which remind you why this was the birthplace of tourism
Start Montreux
End Lucerne
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Begin in Montreux and enjoy a short journey to the region of Gruyère, world-famous for its cheese • Visit the medieval hilltop town of Gruyères, admiring its historic castle and enchanting location • Bike between wildflowers and forests in the protected nature park of Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut • Inviting chalets adorned with flowers and flags await in the town of Gstaad.
Night 1
Bright and tranquil chalet-inspired rooms offer luxurious, cozy furnishings with breathtaking alpine views. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Nights 2-3
Classic, stately architecture is combined with chic, stylish décor at this historic hotel in the town of Interlaken. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Embark on a scenic train ride up to Brünig Pass, gently winding past hillside farmlands, before a smooth bike ride down the other side • Round Lake Lucerne and marvel at the tree-covered slopes that meet its glacial waters • Explore Lucerne’s medieval architecture, stone streets and a bridge laced with flowers • Hike a picturesque loop before riding up the towering Hammetschwand Elevator, the highest exterior elevator in Europe • Savor the views as you look out on the chain of mountaintops on the horizon.
Nights 4-5
With a beautiful blend of warm wooden elements and local stone, the décor of this elegant property is as inviting as the hospitality.
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
For the best riding in Switzerland, we've chosen a combination of small quiet roads and some unpaved bike paths with short stretches of limited van support. Our bikes are equipped with slightly wider tires to accommodate the path and trail surfaces. There are also some sections of urban cycling on busier roads at the end of most rides; you can always hop in the shuttle to skip these.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
Premiere Hotel
Bright and tranquil chalet-inspired rooms offer luxurious, cozy furnishings with breathtaking alpine views. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
Premiere Hotel
Classic, stately architecture is combined with chic, stylish décor at this historic hotel in the town of Interlaken. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
With a beautiful blend of warm wooden elements and local stone, the décor of this elegant property is as inviting as the hospitality.
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.
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