Costa Rica Traverse

I don't think my feet have touched the ground since I've returned from Costa Rica so any relaxation achieved on the trip is rapidly disappearing sadly. However, just a quick note to say that it was the most amazing trip I've ever done. Danny our guide was phenomenal - his ability to keep us upbeat and motivated and telling us information on a need to know basis was fantastic - I wish he could be our guide on every trip I do in the future! The rest of his team was also fantastic - the logistics behind the trip were critical but totally seemless as we trudged through the rainforest and up vertical mud slopes in the rain. I was going to go on a Patagonia trek but delighted that I was advised to do this trip - it really was a challenge and I was nervous about my levels of fitness but I realise now that I'm fitter than I thought I was - long may I continue to keep the fitness up although last week I took it easy. Thanks again to WE for their excellent advice to do this trip - I'm so happy I did and have met some great people as a result!

L Chambers | UK
 

Switzerland

Switzerland

Take an adventure holiday in SWITZERLAND with World Expeditions, one of the world's leading travel companies

In the heart of central Europe, Switzerland offers some of the worlds best walking and climbing opportunities. Characterised by picturesque mountain villages and dramatic peaks, in particular the Matterhorn, the country also boasts some of Europe's finest lakes.


Featured Adventures

Bernese Oberland Glacier Trek

Classic glacier hike into arguably the most spectacular mountains in the Alps
7 days |

Classic Cols Cycling

Cycle the most famous stages of the Tour de France
6 days |

Haute Route & Mont Blanc

A classic glacier walk in the European Alps combined with an ascent of Mont Blanc (4810m)
11 days |

Haute Route by Bike

A mountain bike adventure from Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn
8 days |

Matterhorn & Eiger

On this challenging expedition we combine climbs of the infamous Hornli route on the Matterhorn, and the South Ridge of Dent Blanche, an alluring and significant climb in its own right.
8 days |

Matterhorn Expedition

A challenging climb of the incomparable Matterhorn (4478m)
6 days |

Mont Blanc by Bike

A classic mountain bike ride around Mont Blanc
8 days |

Alpine Rhine Cycle

A spectacular cycle through four countries from the Grisons in Switzerland to Lake Constance in Germany
 
7 days |
Introductory to Moderate | Cycling

Bernese Oberland for Families

A walk for families along classic trails in the Bernese Alps of Switzerland
 
7 days |
Moderate | Family Adventures | Inn to Inn Walking

Grand Combin Traverse

A stunning trek around the Grand Combin massif in the Swiss and Italian Alps
 
7 days |
Moderate to Challenging | Inn to Inn Walking
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The Weather in Switzerland

The walking season in the European Alps is short – from mid June to mid September and many of the mountain refuges areclosed outside this time. In winter parts of the trail are transformed into world class ski runs, evidenced by the comprehensive network of cablecars or téléfériques. Bearing in  mind that much of the route is at altitudes of over 1000m, the temperatures can vary significantly. Please note at the beginning of the season you may experience snow and therefore the walking can be harder and slippery underfoot. Temperatures in summer range from around 6 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees Celsius during the day. Afternoon thunderstorms are quite common. At the higher elevations it is important to dress with layers as cold winds and possible snow falls can happen even in summer.

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