15 Winter Activities in Switzerland to Build a Day Around

1.Winter Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 439 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $202Our pick

Winter kayak on Lake Brienz near Interlaken from Bönigen. Small group, dry suits, castle views, guides, and photo package.

“Sean was fantastic! He made sure that everyone was comfortable before, during and after the kayak tour and made it very enjoyable. Loved how we were able to wear the dry suits that kept us warm & secure in our kayaks. Only one person kayaked before but with Sean, it made it easy to learn and feel comfortable! Overall great day & highly recommend!”

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2.Small-Group Winter Kayak Tour on Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 249 reviews · 3 hours · from $180

Glide on Lake Brienz in winter in a sealed drysuit, with patient coaching, hot tea breaks, and pro photos, all in a small group.

“We really enjoyed our activity. The guide and all the supporting staff were very friendly and worked hard to ensure we had a lovely time and trip. We really recommend this excursion when you are around Interlaken!”

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3.Titlis Beginner Ski day snow experience & Lucerne

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 60 reviews · 11 hours · from $253

Beginner skiing at Titlis Snow Park, Lucerne sightseeing, and Rotair alpine views. Zurich day trip with tubing, cave, and instruction.

“Overall, it was a good experience. The scenery throughout the trip was beautiful, and visiting Lucerne was definitely a highlight, such a charming place to explore with a really scenic route getting there. However, the skiing portion felt quite disorganised. We were only given about an hour for the ski session, and the schedule was tight because we had to head back to the bus shortly after. It also wasn’t clearly explained where we needed to go for the skiing activity, so we ended up having to figure things out on our own. Despite that, the day as a whole was enjoyable, especially the chance to see Lucerne and the…”

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4.8-Hour Skiing in Grindelwald for Beginner’s

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 48 reviews · 8 hours · from $256

Beginner full-day skiing in Grindelwald from Interlaken: guide-led lessons at Bodmi Arena, lift access, and Eiger North Face views.

“It’s perfect! My first time skiing, couldn't ask for a better experience! The coach is so professional and encouraging, I go from know nothing about skiing but by the end of the day I can ski with confidence!:) and enjoy it really much! HIGHY RECOMMENDED!”

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5.Afternoon Beginners Snowboarding Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 29 reviews · 5 hours · from $166

Afternoon beginner snowboarding lesson in Grindelwald from Interlaken with small-group coaching, included gear, and Eiger Northface views.

“Adrien was great and very patient! This was a great activity!”

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6.Snowshoe Adventure in the Swiss Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $130

4-hour guided snowshoe adventure from Interlaken with boots, gear, and Alpine views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.

“This was a wonderful experience. The guides were professional, friendly, and entertaining. The hike itself was quite easy - even as someone who had never snowshoed before! Of course, the views were absolutely stunning. I loved it and would definitely do it again!”

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7.Private Swiss Alps helicopter tour over snow covered mountain peaks and glaciers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 42 minutes (approx.) · from $2,275

Private helicopter over snow Alps and glaciers from Belp, with cockpit views of Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn, Eiger, Interlaken.

“Amazing view from up high. I came with my son and I know we will never forget this experience we had together. Pilot is very knowledgeable and very kind, very easy going. I would highly recommend this tour. You will not regret it.”

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8.Winter Jetboat Ride on Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 35 min · from $101Best value

Interlaken winter jetboat on Lake Brienz: 360° turns, waterproof gear, and snowy Bernese Oberland views in a 35 minute ride.

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9.Interlaken Valley Winter E-Bike Tour: Rivers, Lakes & Castles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Interlaken winter e-bike tour with Tommy, rivers and castles, and hot chocolate by Lake Brienz. Small group, included gear, 2 hours.

“Wasn’t sure what to do in Interlarken for our first full day and decided to do the bike tour- best decision! What a way to see the city! We absolutely loved it- guide/owner Tommy was a great host, super knowledgeable and so friendly! Was a true highlight of our European holiday and we loved every minute- views and routes were amazing and a lovely end with a hot choccy by the lake- couldn’t fault our day! If you’re undecided what to do or unsure if you should book- DO IT! It’s a must! Thanks for having us!”

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10.Grindelwald Beginners Snowboarding Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 18 reviews · 8 hours · from $256

Beginner snowboarding in Grindelwald from Interlaken with small-group coaching on Bodmi slopes, plus big Eiger North Face views.

“Dylan the snowboarding instructor was so patient and amazing. You rock Dylan. West thank you for being kind.”

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11.Guided Excursion to Mount Titlis Eternal Snow and Glacier from Lucerne

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $239

Guided Titlis excursion from Lucerne with Rotair views, Glacier Cave, Cliff Walk, Ice Flyer chair lift, and Glacier Park snowtubing.

“They grouped 2 tours on the same bus and the first one started in Zurich so the seating on the bus was what was left over (ie the good seats were gone!). Never saw the tour guides after we got on the gondola to go up the mountain. Basically they were just there and the driver to take us there and back. The itinerary says you will get an hr in Engleberg but you don’t. It says you will get to snow tube but you won’t. No one I spoke to did. They never even told us abt it. All of this can be done by getting on a train…”

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12.(KTG303) – Winter Montreux, Chillon & Chaplin’s World from Geneva

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $210

Geneva winter day trip to Chillon Castle, Chaplin’s World, Lavaux vineyards and Montreux, plus time for Queen’s Mountain Studio.

“Christmas markets at Montreux was the highlight of the day. Castle tour interesting, well worth the visit.”

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13.ZRH Zurich Airport to Zurich City Private Transfer–Winter Special

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 20 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $158

Private Zurich Airport winter transfer to the city with 24/7 meet and greet, flight tracking, heated Mercedes, WiFi, and child seats.

“Driver easy to find, holding a pad showing my name. Helpful and professional. Will recommend to my family and colleagues.”

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14.Titlis, the eternal snow mountain, and Lucerne Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $216

A full-day Zurich to Lucerne and Titlis trip with Rotair cable car, ice caves, Trübsee lake breaks, and plenty of photo time.

“Good trip overall even with the delays leaving and getting back. Wish the tour company would purchase the tickets before we arrive at Titlus. This would save about 45 minutes of sitting around waiting for the guide to buy tickets.”

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15.Winter Gruyères, chocolate & cheese tour from Lausanne

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $202

Winter Gruyères tour from Lausanne with Cailler chocolate tasting, a Gruyères AOP cheese stop, medieval village time, and alpine views.

“Don’t even consider this travel / tour organizer. The bus simply never arrived, no explanation ever received. So while it is possible to get a refund, that’s beside the point: I had planned my weekend around this trip, so I wasted a whole lot of precious time. Appalling on their part.”

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