Top Swiss Alps Historical Tours

Discover the majesty of the Swiss Alps on this private 8-hour guided tour to Jungfraujoch from Interlaken. Explore the Swiss Alps with a private guide and enjoy the freedom to customize your tour to hit the highlights you most want to see. Travel through Lauterbrunnen to the pretty Alpine village of Wengen, home to the famous Lauberhorn downhill ski race each winter. Take the Jungfrau Railway through the Swiss Alps to Jungfraujoch and admire fine views over the soaring peaks. Perhaps visit the ice cave or the Lindt chocolate shop.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Lauterbrunnen Valley and the Bernese Alps by going on this comprehensive small-group tour. It’s a fantastic way to discover outstanding views, and many regional highlights in a day. See Jungfrau, Eiger, the Jura Mountain, and the Black Forest. No need to worry about organizing transfers as train, and cable car fees are included. A highlight is seeing the James Bond Thrill Walk on the way to the summit, near Schilthorn.

Ascend to the Top of Europe on this full-day tour to Jungfraujoch from Interlaken. Travel by train to Grindelwald, then soak up montane vistas as you ride the Eiger Express gondola and Jungfrau Railway up to Europe’s highest station. Benefit from your guide’s insights as you explore attractions including the Sphinx Observation Deck and Ice Palace and enjoy free time to browse the shops and restaurants at the summit.

See the Matterhorn from the summit of the Gornergrat on a 6-hour, private from Zermatt that includes entrance fees and tickets for the Gornergrat railway. Explore the Alpine village of Zermatt, learn about local mountaineering history, and visit the Matternhorn Museum, where you’ll find exhibits on Valaisian traditions and mountain expeditions, as well as footage of the first successful ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865.

Discover the best of the Swiss alpine scenery from the city on this private tour of Interlaken. Follow a private guide along the banks of the Aare River and choose your own route to take in the attractions of most interest. Delve into Interlaken’s historic heart in the Höhenmatte, travel by public bus away from the tourist trail, or take the cable car to 4,337 feet (1,322 meters) above sea level for beautiful views over the surrounding peaks to shimmering Lake Thun.

Enhance your experience of Jungfrau’s Alpine majesty on an exhilarating full-day excursion from Interlaken to the Top of Europe. Travel to Grindelwald and board the new state-of-the-art gondola Eiger Express to the Eiger Station. Then change into a cogwheel train up the Jungfraujoch pass and arrive at Europe’s highest railway station, known as the 'Top of Europe'. Absorb magnificent panoramas of snow-capped Alpine spires; gaze at the jagged peak of Europe’s largest glacier; and explore a fairytale ice palace while enjoying illuminating commentary from your guide.

Float high over the Swiss Alps on this paragliding adventure from Lauterbrunnen. Flying tandem with an experienced pilot, soar over the alpine landscape of the Schilthorn and the Lauterbrunnen U-Valley. No experience is necessary; participants of all abilities are welcome. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Lauterbrunnen is included.

Enjoy a tandem paragliding experience amid the mountainous scenery of the Swiss Alps. After taking off from Beatenberg, you’ll soar into the air with your pilot behind you. Feeling like a daredevil? Let the pilot try some tricks up in the air. Want to focus on the scenery? Just gaze ahead, and take in sights of Lake Thun and the alpine villages below. A safety briefing is included, along with an Interlaken hotel pickup and drop-off service.

Paraglide above the Swiss Alp peaks on a tandem flight with transport from Interlaken. At the launch spot in Beatenberg, listen to a safety talk with a small group of no more than 10 people, and then take off with a guide. Gaze down at Lake Thun and the snowy summits of the Jungfrau as you soar above the alpine landscape; the views are as breathtaking as the flight.

Boasting soaring peaks and spectacular mountain scenery, the Bernese Alps attract visitors from across the world—but reaching the remote heights alone is a challenge. On this private tour, explore the pretty Lauterbrunnen Valley with round-trip travel from your Interlaken hotel plus train and cable-car tickets included. Admire panoramic views over Mt. Eiger, visit the traditional village of Mürren, and see the best of the Bernese Alps in one adventurous day.

Book a seat on the Glacier Express and experience one of the world’s most spectacular mountain train journeys, minus the stress. This self-guided option includes your round-trip ticket between Chur and Brig or Bern, plus a travel booklet to help you reach the start point. With less time spent on logistics, you can turn your attention to the sights; Oberalp Pass and Andermatt are two of the highlights.

Home to soaring peaks and sheer valleys, the Jungfraujoch region is widely considered the prettiest corner of the Swiss countryside—but the rugged terrain makes exploring a challenge. On this tour, tackle steep climbs by cogwheel railway, discover natural features including ice caves and the Staubbach waterfall, and gaze over Kleine Scheidegg to Germany’s Black Forest. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour—limited to 15 people.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. What a mystery story happened on July 14, 1865? What is the meaning of "Matterhorn"? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Do you know when the image of the ,,Matterhorn" first appeared? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Zermatt. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

This Experience is offered by a private local. Discover the historical side of Interlaken with a passionate local who wants to share all the best kept secrets of Interlaken with you! Our excursion will start at the Schlosskirche. You will learn about the various architectural styles from different time periods and find out how the city has changed over time. From visiting churches to discovering the history behind the Jungfraupark or even the Weissenau ruins, you will encounter unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you! We know that travelling is the best way of learning, and having a knowledgeable local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you wish to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!

This Experience is provided by a private local. Discover the most impressive buildings in Chur and learn about the history behind each of those historical buildings and structures in this invigorating architectural walk! Join me on this adventure to discover the beauty and history of the city’s most significant buildings and find out a bit more about the local culture in Switzerland from my perspective! During this walk, you will become better acquainted with the local architecture and at the same time, you will learn how it has changed over the years with the city becoming more contemporary while still retaining its unique character. Although it is the oldest city in Switzerland, get to know more about its modern and contemporary architecture in the middle of the old fortifications of the city!

Come to visit Ascona, Locarno and the island of Brissago: see the sanctuary del Sasso, walk along the lakeside of Ascona, see the downtown of Locarno. The tour starts or from Lugano or from Ascona, please specify in advance where do you prefer starting. This is a private guided tour for your group only.

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special time brings magic in Zermatt. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Zermatt.. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Zermatt.. You will visit the cosy and atmospheric Christmas tree of Zermatt. What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Zermatt..

Instead of joining a guided tour, take the new E-Guide Audio Tour on your own, very individual city tour or choose one of our suggested routes. With the app you can explore the city on your own. All sorts of interesting facts about history, culture, sights and much more can be called up in the app at any time. Use a clear plan to orientate yourself and select the desired chapter at the respective location. You can choose from various tours of different lengths, which can be adapted to your starting point thanks to GPS tracking. In 43 chapters you will learn a lot of interesting facts about the history and culture of the Alpine city of Chur and the holiday canton of Graubünden. Another 32 chapters deal with the Cathedral Treasury Museum of the Diocese of Chur - you will learn a lot of interesting facts about the history of the diocese, the Chur Cathedral Treasure and the images of death from the Bishop's Palace.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. You will find out where the Rothorn viewpoint is. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. How many couples took a picture together on Matterhorn? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

This Experience is provided by a private local. Did you know that Chur although being the oldest city in Switzerland is legalising Graffiti Art on some of its walls? Let us discover them together. Thousands of history lovers from all over the globe visit Chur each year, either participating in one or more of the numerous cultural events or simply enjoying the buzzing community and the city ambience. BUT Street-Art also has its place in Chur! Whether you are visiting Chur as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better or it is your first time, this Experience is for you! While walking the streets of Chur and looking at amazing street art. I will share with you the most significant cultural and historical insights and details of the colourful and multi-faced Chur while we deep dive into the world of art and culture of my city and country.

Travel on the worldwide known "Glacier-Express-Train" with your private tour guide, just you and your guide! Enjoy a round trip by train and spend four hours on the panoramic coach from Chur to Brig, crossing 291 bridges, passing 91 tunnels and climb up to approximately 7000 feet (2033m) above sea level by train. Enjoy the travel on the Glacier-Express while passing spectacular valleys and mountains. According your preferences, a short walk around in Chur or Brig can take place (while transfer times to/from Glacier Express) Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.

This Experience is provided by a private local. Each LocalBini Experience is conducted in a small group of up to 8 people. Come with me to discover the city of Chur through your camera lens! Join me on this city walk for the unique opportunity of experiencing the city from an insider’s point of view and taking stunning pictures of it at the same time! Our walk will take us from a sculpture garden to the Rhine. While using your camera to capture the beauty of Chur, you will also come across local spots and hidden gems that a typical tourist tour won’t show you. Let us discover an alternative side of Chur, full of history and unique beauty! Don't forget to book the Experience at a suitable time to have the best light possible for the pictures! You cannot leave Chur before having captured the beauty of the Rhine just flowing through the city!

This Experience is provided by a private local. You only have an hour to fall in love with Chur? Challenge accepted! Discover Chur during a short but sweet excursion during which you will learn the most intriguing facts about the history, the local lifestyle, and the contemporary transformation of the city. We will meet near the train station and go on our stroll from there :-) By seeing Chur through the eyes of a local, discover what the everyday life looks like and find out where the city gets its characteristic ambience from. While walking through Chur, you will discover its parks, monuments, and historical architecture with a local, so this is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit during your time here, and find out how to make the most out of your visit. This is the perfect Experience for someone visiting the city for the first time or for someone that wants to rediscover it!

This Experience is offered by a private local. Interlaken's art scene may not be as present as in other cities, but it is worth a look. With me, you will learn something new and interesting about Interlakens art, but foremost about our culture like the Alphorn production in Switzerland or chocolate tradition! During Summer we can even go to different music festival or free concert. We will be able to hear all kinds of music, from modern jazz to traditional german music. :) Whether you are visiting Interlaken as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better or it is your first time, this Experience is for you! I will share with you the most significant cultural and historical insights and details of the colourful and multi-faced Interlaken while we deep dive into the world of art and culture of my city and country.