E-bike through the Alps lining Italy, France, and Switzerland
You don't need to be a mountaineer to get to know the highest peaks in the Alps. On this trip, you'll get close to the mountain giants with e-bikes, cable cars, and the famous Swiss Glacier Express. Start in the Savoy Alps with a panoramic bike route and views of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. And cable cars will take you over towers of ice and crevasses to the romantic Italian Aosta Valley. Here, you can bike in breathtaking mountain scenery to the next highlight: With a cable car, you will pass the legendary Matterhorn and float into Switzerland to Zermatt. There you will explore the wild sources of the river Rhine by bike and Glacier Express. The destination of the journey is the Rhaetian capital Chur in Switzerland.
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Guided Grand Alps E-Bike Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Switzerland
Your guides will be waiting for you in Geneva for your first sightseeing tour in this beautiful Swiss city. The symbol of the "smallest metropolis in the world" is the Jet d'eau, a water fountain with a 140-meter-high water jet at the edge of Lake Geneva. Dinner and 1st night in Geneva.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Geneva
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cycle from Lake Geneva to Mont Blanc
Today's panoramic bike route through Savoy Alps starts high above Lake Geneva. Again and again, we will pause to let our eyes wander from the deep blue lake to the "white mountain." After crossing the historic Pont de la Caille, we reach Annecy, the pearl of the French Alps. From Lac d'Annecy, we will take you up to Chamonix at the foot of the highest mountain in the Alps.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chamonix
Distance: 48km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 Travel to Aosta Valley
Glaciers and snow, as far as you can see. On Mont Blanc, it is winter all year round. The view of the mountain world that surrounds it is overwhelming. You can get incredibly close to it with the most spectacular cable car in the world—the aerial cableway to the summit of the 3.842-meter-high Aiguille du Midi. From here, the view extends to the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa, and Mont Blanc. As if it weren't spectacular enough, the cable car continues across the eternal ice into the Italian Aosta Valley. Roman ruins, stunning views, delicious mountain cheese, and a touch of southern Europe await you in the afternoon during an easy bike stage to the capital of Aosta.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Aosta
Distance: 35km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 4 Go to Zermatt
In the morning, you cycle on a former railroad line further through the Aosta valley to the lovely Italian town of Saint Vincent. Then, through one of the most beautiful side valleys of the Aosta Valley, we ride by bus to the shadow of the famous Matterhorn. The cable car "Glacier ride," which opened this year, brings pure deceleration with a view of the breathtaking mountain world. The view of the 38 four-thousand-meter peaks from the observation deck will amaze everyone. Finally, you will spend the afternoon relaxing in the famous Zermatt.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Zermatt
Distance: 29km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 5 Explore Zermatt
At the foot of the Matterhorn lies Zermatt, where the tourist development links with the most famous mountain in the world. The car-free resort has preserved its typical character and offers almost unlimited possibilities for excursions. Today you can choose between different easy self-guided hikes around Zermatt.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Zermatt
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 6 Ride to Chur
Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and the highest comfort in the famous train "Glacier Express" panorama car. The monastery of Disentis is almost at the top of the Vorderrheintal of Graubünden. Your E-bikes are ready for a superb ride through the idyllic Grisons countryside. In the afternoon, you cycle through the Rhine Gorge, the "Grand Canyon of Switzerland," just outside the Alpine town of Chur.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chur
Distance: 40km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 7 Explore the Rhine
After the city tour through the Rhaetian capital Chur, a technical masterpiece awaits you with the train ride to Thusis. Arriving at the train station, we cycle to the spectacular Via Mala; the Hinterrhein has cut up to 600 m deep into the rock here. From here, we cycle on small paths with a view of the Rhine back to Chur.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chur
Distance: 36km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 8 Depart Chur
Our hotel is in the middle of the enchanting metropolis of Chur and invites you to extend your trip. The departure can be planned comfortably by ICE or by plane from Zurich.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Guided Grand Alps E-Bike Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour is always run as a scheduled-departure tour where you would be joining a group.
Prices below are per person:
Accommodation on Guided Grand Alps E-Bike Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 3 to 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel Rotary MGallery Collection in Geneva ★★★★
Relish in the gorgeous modern amenities fusing with swanky European vibes in this 4-star hotel in Geneva! Enjoy the quiet, private rooms.
Heliopic Hotel & Spa in Chamonix ★★★★
Breathe in the fresh air at the Heliopic Hotel & Spa in Chamonix, France's beloved mountain town. The modern amenities provide the ultimate comfort!
Design Hotel Duca D’Aosta in Aosta ★★★★
Enjoy epic mountain views from this hotel in Aosta, Italy! The comfy vibes and modern amenities will have you feeling right at home.
Hotel Bristol ★★★
Tucked in Zermatt, a gorgeous mountain village, Hotel Bristol is an excellent spot for adventurers. The comfort will help you relax after a day of exploring.
Stern Chur AG in Chur ★★★★
Hotel Stern tastefully fuses luxury with rustic, outdoorsy vibes! Enjoy delicious breakfast and dinner here.
What’s Included in the Guided Grand Alps E-Bike Tour?
Meals
7 breakfast and 6 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour. Multiple cable car rides and two train transfers are included too. Airport transfers and getting to and from the trailhead are not included.
Also Included
- English-speaking guide
- Biking guide services on selected and tested bike routes
- Guided sightseeing tour in Chur
- All transfers according to the program
- Rental e-bike with coaster or freewheel derailleur/hub gears
- Mineral water on the bike excursions
- CO2 compensation in the travel region (without arrival and departure)
Not included
- Flights to and from Zurich
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
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