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Private Tour to Zermatt Village and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
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11 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English, French
Overview
Zermatt is a village shaped by centuries of tradition. During the summer, it’s a verdant haven with plenty of hiking opportunities; during the winter, it becomes adorned with glistening snow-capped surroundings and refreshing Alpine air.
The village is quaint, with a mixture of antiquated wooden buildings of the past and quaint townhouse-style buildings and chalets. Whether you visit during ski season and enjoy some snowy, picturesque scenery or visit during the summer, there’s plenty of history and beauty to be in awe of.
During the visit to the astonishing Matterhorn Glacier, you’ll get to take a ride on the highest gondola in the Alps for 40 minutes and experience bird's-eye views of a mountain range that's so stunning your eyes will light up in wonder. You will also spend time at the magical Glacier Palace with a complimentary cinema experience, dining opportunity, and views worth dreaming of!
What's Included
- Private Local Guide
- Meet and Greet at your Hotel or Residence
- Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Priority Pass
- Standard Rail Tickets (1st Class Upgrade Available Upon Request)
- Lunch
Meeting And Pickup
Start time
08:30 AM
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Basel
Your guide will greet you at your hotel or residence, before whisking you away to Zermatt.
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Zermatt
During your time in Zermatt Village, your guide will escort you from the train station and throughout the village, unveiling the history of the buildings and the village’s past. The chapel’s steeple adds to the small and charming village feel, and you’ll be completely and utterly charmed throughout your exploration. Running through Zermatt is the pure and ice-cold river Matta Vispa, which provides an atmospheric trickling water sound. During your tour, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a local raclette or fondue lunch, immersing yourself in Swiss culture by indulging in a heartwarming local delicacy. Seize plenty of opportunities to take photographs, like in front of the monument to the mountain guides. The air will be crisp and thin, and the atmosphere is perfect to go wandering off, taking in the beauty of the place, and getting lost in wistful thought.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Embark on an awe-inspiring journey to the summit of Europe’s highest mountain station, the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. Traverse the stunning landscapes of Zermatt, catching breathtaking glimpses of the Monta Rosa region. Ascend a remarkable 8,883 meters on the Matterhorn Glacier Ride. Spend time on the viewing platform to take in a 360-degree panoramic spectacle of the 38 Alpine giants and 14 glaciers in three countries. Delve into the Matterhorn’s rich history with stories of Romans and Romanised Celtic populations of 100–400 BCE traveling through The Theodul Pass. Touch on the construction of 19th-century mountainous railways. Absorb extraordinary views around the Matterhorn’s unique pyramid-like structure and learn about areas it overlooks, including the Ober Gabelhorn.
4 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Basel
After a full day of adventure, your guide will return you safely to your hotel.
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Tours of Switzerland
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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