How to Explore the Swiss Alps with Ease: Guided and Self-Guided Hiking in Switzerland with Epic Alpine Views
05/14/25 • 33 min
Hiking in Switzerland no longer means carrying a heavy backpack for days on end. Today’s Swiss hiking experience is all about comfort, flexibility, and unforgettable alpine views.
In this episode, I’m joined once again by Andrea Caspani, founder of My-Mountains, to reveal how you can experience the magic of the Swiss Alps on foot without sacrificing comfort, flexibility, or stunning views. Andrea shares how his guided and self guided hiking tours help travelers explore Switzerland’s beauty with ease.
We’ll walk through how his team curates memorable Swiss hiking tours, including the famous Via Alpina route, and how features like the included luggage transfer service and hotel stays make even multi-day hikes feel like a breeze.
You'll hear about scenic routes through Lucerne, Zermatt and St. Moritz, plus insider picks like the trail from Melchsee-Frutt to Meiringen and relaxed hikes around Mt. Rigi. Andrea also explains how to combine your hiking adventure with a scenic rail trip through his sister company, Echo Rails.
If you’ve ever dreamed of walking through the Swiss Alps surrounded by lakes, peaks, and peaceful meadows, this episode is for you. Let’s start planning your perfect alpine escape!
Safe travels,
Carolyn
👉 Show notes - Episode 134
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Hiking in Switzerland no longer means carrying a heavy backpack for days on end. Today’s Swiss hiking experience is all about comfort, flexibility, and unforgettable alpine views.
In this episode, I’m joined once again by Andrea Caspani, founder of My-Mountains, to reveal how you can experience the magic of the Swiss Alps on foot without sacrificing comfort, flexibility, or stunning views. Andrea shares how his guided and self guided hiking tours help travelers explore Switzerland’s beauty with ease.
We’ll walk through how his team curates memorable Swiss hiking tours, including the famous Via Alpina route, and how features like the included luggage transfer service and hotel stays make even multi-day hikes feel like a breeze.
You'll hear about scenic routes through Lucerne, Zermatt and St. Moritz, plus insider picks like the trail from Melchsee-Frutt to Meiringen and relaxed hikes around Mt. Rigi. Andrea also explains how to combine your hiking adventure with a scenic rail trip through his sister company, Echo Rails.
If you’ve ever dreamed of walking through the Swiss Alps surrounded by lakes, peaks, and peaceful meadows, this episode is for you. Let’s start planning your perfect alpine escape!
Safe travels,
Carolyn
👉 Show notes - Episode 134
🚞 Get 5% off your My-Mountains hiking tour with our discount code
📖 Free guide 21 useful things to know before you visit Switzerland - Get your copy here
🎙️ Tell us what you love about the podcast by leaving a voice message
Where to get more Swiss travel tips and inspiration:
•On our website
•Subscribe to our newsletter
•Join our private Facebook group
•On our YouTube channel
🇨🇭 Take advantage of our exclusive Switzerland trip discounts.
If you enjoy this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favourite podcast app. ❤️
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Safe travels,
Carolyn
👉 Show notes - Episode 133
🚞 Get your Swiss rail pass here
📖 Free guide 21 useful things to know before you visit Switzerland - Get your copy here
🎙️ Tell us what you love about the podcast by leaving a voice message
Where to get more Swiss travel tips and inspiration:
•On our website
•Subscribe to our newsletter
•Join our private Facebook group
🇨🇭 Take advantage of our exclusive Switzerland trip discounts.
If you enjoy this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favourite podcast app. ❤️
Holidays to Switzerland Travel Podcast - Plan Your Swiss Vacation - How to Explore the Swiss Alps with Ease: Guided and Self-Guided Hiking in Switzerland with Epic Alpine Views
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