multi day
Multi day hikes (typically 2-3 days', over the weekend) are meant to combine longer treks and sport challenge, with remote overnight experience in a Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) mountain hut.
The primary goal is to disconnect from the usual work pace and daily routine, discover a closer connection with the mountain and with the group, on top of a well deserved dinner meal. Half pension at the hut is included. Simple accommodation in shared dorm, often with limited facilities such as low signal and electricity, no shower or cold water.
The treks will bring you to great rewarding panoramas, including sunset and dawn from the hut, as well as walking along alpine paths which represent the roots of the Swiss history.
Below an example of possible hikes, based on recent treks. Itineraries are flexible and can be customized on request.
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Note:
N. of participants: typically max. 6-8 pp. In case of larger groups, might be possible to arrange engaging multiple guides.
In most cases the arrival point is different from the departure point. The goal is to enjoy the most when being outdoors, with the possiblity to customize the trek routes. For these reasons no fixed end time is listed, suggesting to avoid cars and rather relying on Swiss public transportation for a more flexible experience.
Here some suggested experiences
URI & Schwyz
Date: Trek from July 2023, see Photo Gallery !
Excursion: we will hike on the edge between canton Schwyz and Uri, next to the old path taken by Suvorov and Russian troops in 1799, in their withdraw during the fight vs France and Napoleon. Overnight stay at SAC hut.
Max altitude: approx. 2500m
Day 1
11 km, 1000m up, 1000m down, 6h (excl. breaks)
Day 2
15 km, 1160m up, 980m down, 6h (excl. breaks)
Dates & Price: on request and hut availability
ALPSTEIN
Date: Trek from Aug 2023, see Photo Gallery !
Meeting point: Wasseraeun (AI), by 9:30 AM
Excursion: immerse yourself into a long trek on the edge between Sankt Gallen and Appenzell cantons, across vivid colors, flowers, mountain ridges and lakes. Overnight stay at SAC hut.
Max altitude: approx. 2500m
Day 1
12 km, 1500m up, 450m down, 5h30' (excl. breaks)
Day 2
14.5 km, 900m up, 1050m down, 5h15' (excl. breaks)
Dates & Price: on request and hut availability
GOtthard
Date: Trek from Aug 2023, see Photo Gallery !
Excursion: around Lolenpass, Lac da Tuma and Maighels valley, at the source of Rhein river. Then complete the loop to Oberalpass and return to Andermatt. Overnight stay at SAC hut.
Max altitude: approx. 2600m
Day 1
15 km, 1400m up, 350m down, 5h30' (excl. breaks)
Day 2
13 km, 750m up, 1200m down, 5h00' (excl. breaks)
Dates & Price: on request and hut availability
FLUMSERBERG
Date: Trek from Sept 2023, see Photo Gallery !
Excursion: depart from Walensee lake to explore Flumserberg region and its geological importance, hiking next to Wissmeilen, Spitzmeilen and Leist. Overnight stay at SAC hut.
Max altitude: approx. 2500m
Day 1
13 km, 1050m up, 350m down, 4h30' (excl. breaks)
Day 2
15 km, 1000m up, 1100m down, 5h30' (excl. breaks)
Dates & Price: on request and hut availability
* Price will be provided in CHF, per person. Assuming a group of min n. 4 adults. Subject to slight changes, according to exact tour scope (start/end point, alternate trek, additional lifts, etc.) and actual n. of participants registered for the hike.
Price includes:
Overnight stay at SAC hut and half pension for each guest. Planning and animation by Mountain Leader, as well as guide's expenses for the specific trek. Price includes train-bus-lift tickets where clearly mentioned for each trek, assuming the participants to be in possession of SBB Half Fare.
Price does not include:
Private or public means of transportation to the trek location/starting point and return. Any meal/beverage such as lunch/snacks which are not part of half pension, unless clearly specified. Travel cancellation or rescue insurance.
Payment:
To be performed at booking, 100%, via TWINT, cash or bank transfer. Payment details will be transmitted to the participants at booking.
In case of cancellation by the participants: 50% fee is due if cancellation within 30 to 15 days prior to the start of agreed trek; 100% fee is due in case of cancellation within 14 days or in case of no show.
Trek Confirmation:
when reaching minimum n. of 4 participants
safe weather conditions
at latest within 72 h before the trek departure time.
Remarks:
Do not buy any train/lift tickets until the trek and specific route are confirmed
Detailed map of the trek will be provided upon request, after trek's confirmation
In case of unfavourable and unsafe weather conditions or disrupted transportation connections, it will be guide's responsibility to propose a different trek location (plan B) or suggest different dates prior agreement between the parties.
By signing up, participants take personal responsibility for her/his knowledge and abilities, alpine skills, fitness level and any health issues. As well confirm for having valid and sufficient health and accident insurance that also covers search, rescue and repatriation costs.
What to bring - specific Equipment List will we provided for each hike:
solid hiking boots
ID card
own packed lunch, snacks & drinks (for 2 days)
own medicines (if any)
cash, in case of expenses at the hut or others (e.g. parking, drinks)
sleeping linen, eventually pillow case and ear plugs
battery storage
towel & slippers (if not provided at the accommodation)
sunscreen, hat & gloves, sunglasses
rain jacket to protect in case of wind/rain