Switzerland Bike Tour
Montreux to Lucerne via the Swiss Alps
From the riviera of Montreux to the fairy-tale spires of Lucerne, dreamy bike paths, glittering lakes and an Alpine backdrop make Switzerland’s heartland shine.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $7,099 - $7,499/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Enjoy the outdoors as the Swiss do—pairing plenty of activity with wine, cheese and lakeside lounging
- Sample an intriguing taste of cultures as you journey from French-speaking to German-speaking regions
- Spin alongside the Bernese Oberland’s electric-blue lakes and beneath the cut-glass peaks of Lake Lucerne
- Rest your head (and soak in the spa amenities) at luxurious destination hotels
- Sleepy mountain roads await in Gruyère Pays-d’Enhaut Regional Nature Park and atop the winding switchbacks of the Brünig Pass
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Montreux Airport & Travel Details
- Begin in Montreux and enjoy a short journey to the region of Gruyère, world-famous for its cheese
- Visit the medieval hilltop town of Gruyères, admiring its historic castle and enchanting location
- Bike between cliffsides and meadows in the protected nature park of Gruyère Pays-d’Enhaut
- Inviting chalets adorned with flowers and flags await in the town of Gstaad.
Night 1
Luxury Hotel
Set amid manicured gardens in central Gstaad, Le Grand Bellevue offers a refined escape centered around one of Switzerland's most impressive spas. Bright and tranquil chalet-inspired rooms offer luxurious, cozy furnishings with breathtaking Alpine views. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Rolling hills and wooden bridges lead past grazing brown-and-white cows on a bike ride through the Simmental Valley
- Settle into our hotel overlooking the vineyards that plunge into the bright blue waters of Lake Thun
- Cycle from the red-tiled roofs of Thun through the green pastures of Emmental Valley, the heartland of Swiss cheese
- Learn about the art and precision of crafting cheese on a visit to a local cheese farm.
Nights 2-3
Casual Hotel
This lovely modern nest is indeed a belvedere with its lawns and terraces overlooking Lake Thun, steeps of vineyards and the turrets of Spiez Castle. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Embark on a scenic train ride up to Brünig Pass, gently winding past hillside farmlands, before a smooth bike ride down the other side
- Round Lake Lucerne and marvel at the tree-covered slopes that meet its glacial waters
- Explore Lucerne’s medieval architecture, stone streets and a bridge laced with flowers
- Hike a picturesque loop before riding up the towering Hammetschwand Elevator, the highest exterior elevator in Europe
- Savor the views as you look out on the chain of mountaintops on the horizon.
Nights 4-5
Luxury Hotel
With a beautiful blend of warm wooden elements and local stone, the décor of this elegant property is as inviting as the hospitality. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Lucerne Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 2-4
All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Fully equipped Backroads titanium bike, Wahoo GPS device, helmet and accessories
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
