In short
Ski Switzerland: Grindelwald, St. Moritz & Zermatt is a 12-day private journey by Avellera: Grindelwald 3 nights · St. Moritz 3 nights · Zermatt 4 nights · Zurich 1 night. Highlights are lift passes for all three resorts included, the Glacier Express in panorama class and grand hotels below the Eiger and the Matterhorn. Best time: Mid Dec to mid Apr. From US$ 14,400 per person, two sharing, tailor-made by our team in Vienna.
By Clemens & Kamilla Sengwein-Réti, Co-Founders
Day by day
This is how it could look
- Day 1GrindelwaldBeneath the Eiger. First-class train from Zurich Airport via Interlaken to Grindelwald. Your lift passes are ready, skis are fitted the same afternoon, and the Eiger north face is outside your window.
- Day 2GrindelwaldA day with your ski guide. First, Kleine Scheidegg and Männlichen with a private ski guide, facing the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
- Day 3GrindelwaldThe Jungfraujoch. The Eiger Express and the cogwheel railway to the Jungfraujoch at 3,454 m, or a second day on the slopes.
- Day 4St. MoritzAcross Switzerland by train. A scenic first-class rail journey into the Engadin. Your luggage travels ahead of you.
- Day 5St. MoritzCorviglia. A day on Corviglia above St. Moritz with your ski guide, and lunch in one of its famous mountain restaurants.
- Day 6St. MoritzDiavolezza and the Bernina line. The long run from Diavolezza down the Morteratsch glacier, then back along the Bernina line.
- Day 7ZermattThe Glacier Express. A full day on the Glacier Express in panorama class, from St. Moritz to car-free Zermatt.
- Day 8ZermattSunnegga and the Rothorn. The sunny side of Zermatt with your ski guide, with the Matterhorn in view all day.
- Day 9ZermattGornergrat and Glacier Paradise. The cogwheel railway to Gornergrat, then the cable car to 3,883 m at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. We keep this day for the clearest sky.
- Day 10ZermattLunch in Italy. Over the Theodul pass to Cervinia for lunch with the international lift pass, and back before the last lift.
- Day 11ZurichTo Zurich. First-class train to Zurich and an evening walk along the Limmat.
- Day 12ZurichDeparture. A short train ride or private transfer to Zurich Airport. A warm farewell from all of us in Vienna.
- Length
- 12 days · 11 nights
- Route
- Grindelwald 3 nights · St. Moritz 3 nights · Zermatt 4 nights · Zurich 1 night
- Best time
- Mid Dec to mid Apr
- Getting around
- Swiss rail in first class, Glacier Express, luggage forwarding
- Highlights
- Lift passes for all three resorts included
The Glacier Express in panorama class
Grand hotels below the Eiger and the Matterhorn - Price
- From US$ 14,400 per person, two sharing
More trip ideas
Other journeys
Alpine railAustria & Switzerland by rail
Vienna 3 · Salzburg 2 · Innsbruck 2 · St. Moritz 2 · Zermatt 2
- Bernina Express over the viaducts
- Glacier Express in panorama class
- Sunrise facing the Matterhorn
- Best time
- Jun to Sep
- Getting around
- Railjet, Swiss panorama trains, private transfers
SkiSki Zermatt & the Glacier Express
Zermatt 7 · Zurich 1
- A licensed Swiss ski guide on your first day
- Lunch in Italy over the Theodul pass
- The Glacier Express in first class
- Best time
- Mid Dec to mid Apr
- Getting around
- Swiss rail, Glacier Express, private transfers
SwitzerlandThe best of Switzerland
Lucerne 2 · Interlaken 3 · Zermatt 2 · Zurich 1
- Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe
- A private VIP gondola facing the Matterhorn
- The Glacier Express in first class
- Best time
- Jun to Sep, Dec to Mar
- Getting around
- Swiss Travel Pass in first class, luggage forwarding
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Which Swiss ski resorts can be combined in one trip?
Avellera's Ski Switzerland journey combines three of the most famous: Grindelwald beneath the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, St. Moritz in the Engadin and car-free Zermatt below the Matterhorn. The resorts are linked by first-class Swiss trains and the Glacier Express in panorama class, with luggage forwarded for you.
How much does a luxury ski trip to Switzerland cost?
Avellera's luxury ski journeys in Switzerland start from US$ 1,200 per person per day. The 12-day Grindelwald, St. Moritz and Zermatt journey starts from US$ 14,400 per person, two sharing, including lift passes for all three resorts, panorama trains and the Glacier Express, top hotels and private ski guides.
Can you ski from Zermatt to Italy?
Yes. With the international lift pass you can ski over the Theodul pass to Cervinia in Italy for lunch and return to Zermatt before the last lift. It is one of the highlights of Avellera's Swiss ski journeys.
When is the best time to ski in Switzerland?
Mid December to mid April. Zermatt and the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise have reliable snow at high altitude, St. Moritz is famous for its sunny days, and the Jungfrau region offers long runs with views of the Eiger north face.
