5-Day Zermatt Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Gornergrat Bahn
    Starting Point - Zermatt Train Station
    Time and Distance from last location: 2 hours (1.4 miles)

    The Gornergrat Bahn is an unforgettable train journey that travels from Zermatt to the peak of Gornergrat, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Matterhorn and its surrounding peaks.

  2. Day 2: Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
    Starting Point - Zermatt Train Station
    Time and Distance from last location: 1 hour (2.1 miles)

    Venture to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise via the highest cable car in Europe. The view from Matterhorn Glacier Paradise is awe-inspiring. You can enjoy a snow-filled experience, from skiing and snowboarding to sledding and tubing, or take in the incredible views from the viewing platform.

  3. Day 3: Breithorn
    Starting Point - Zermatt Train Station
    Time and Distance from last location: 2 hours (8.6 miles)

    The Breithorn is one of the easiest 4,000-meter peaks you can climb in the Alps. You can trek through white snow to reach the summit and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Alpine Mountains.

  4. Day 4: Forest Fun Park
    Starting Point - Zermatt Train Station
    Time and Distance from last location: 30 minutes (3.3 miles)

    The Forest Fun Park is a thrilling treetop adventure park in Zermatt. The park features zip lines, rope bridges, and ladders for visitors to navigate their way through the trees. The park also has a children's course for younger visitors.

  5. Day 5: Zermatt Heli-skiing
    Starting Point - Zermatt Heliport
    Time and Distance from last location: 1 hour (3.5 miles)

    Skiing in Zermatt is the stuff of ski dreams, and taking a heli-skiing trip is the ultimate experience. Traverse through the stunning alpine landscapes, skiing down pristine powder runs, all the while taking in majestic views of the Matterhorn.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gornergrat Bahn (2 hours, $45)
  • Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (1 hour, $90)
  • Breithorn (6 hours, Free except for the guide)
  • Forest Fun Park (2 hours, $50)
  • Zermatt Heli-skiing (4 hours, $600)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $785

Useful Tips

If you have more time, take a trip to the trendy Swiss resort of Verbier for some skiing or to Montreux on Lake Geneva. If you have less time, we suggest omitting the Forest Fun Park from your itinerary. Remember to check opening times and book activities in advance to avoid queues.

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