One Week in Switzerland
The ultimate Swiss cycling experience: Albula, Engadin, Splügen, San Bernardino, Gotthard, Furka, and Grimsel.
Tour Overview
Experience the ultimate Swiss cycling adventure with this epic one-week tour that takes you through the most beautiful regions and over the most iconic mountain passes in Switzerland.
Starting in the picturesque Engadin valley, you'll tackle the beautiful Albula Pass before heading to the Italian-speaking Ticino region via the challenging Splügen and San Bernardino passes. The historic cobblestone Tremola road up the Gotthard Pass offers a unique cycling experience, followed by the mighty Furka and Grimsel passes.
This comprehensive tour showcases the incredible diversity of Switzerland's landscapes, from the lush valleys of Graubünden to the rugged terrain of central Switzerland. With challenging climbs, thrilling descents, and unforgettable scenery throughout, this is truly the cycling holiday of a lifetime.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in St. Moritz
Arrive in the elegant town of St. Moritz in the Engadin valley. Bike fitting and briefing for the week ahead.
Day 2: St. Moritz to Chiavenna
Ride over the beautiful Maloja Pass and descend into Italy to the town of Chiavenna. (70-80km, 1,000-1,200m elevation)
Day 3: Chiavenna to Splügen
Tackle the challenging Splügen Pass as you head back into Switzerland. (50-60km, 1,800-2,000m elevation)
Day 4: Splügen to Airolo
Ride over the San Bernardino Pass and through the beautiful Leventina Valley to Airolo. (100-120km, 1,500-2,000m elevation)
Day 5: Airolo to Andermatt
Conquer the historic Tremola road up the Gotthard Pass to reach the mountain village of Andermatt. (40-50km, 1,200-1,500m elevation)
Day 6: Andermatt to Meiringen
Epic day tackling both the Furka and Grimsel passes. (80-100km, 2,200-2,600m elevation)
Day 7: Departure from Meiringen
Final breakfast and departure, or optional extension to explore more passes in the region.
Highlights
- ✓Albula Pass (2,315m)
- ✓Splügen Pass (2,115m)
- ✓San Bernardino Pass (2,066m)
- ✓Gotthard Pass (2,106m)
- ✓Furka Pass (2,429m)
- ✓Grimsel Pass (2,164m)
Tour Details
Duration
7 days
Difficulty
Challenging
Location
Multiple regions
Distance
500-600 km
Elevation Gain
12,000-15,000m