Unlike the states, where mountain adventure conjures lugging backpacks stuffed with provisions, hiking in Switzerland can be as easy as hopping on a gondola, walking a well-marked trail through Alpine meadows before stopping for fondue and a drink at a mountain “hütte.” And there’s something for everyone in the alps—from playgrounds to more adrenaline-boosting activities like tobogganing and mountain carting—right outside your hotel door. Minimal exertion, maximum scenery.

Visit a traditional Alpine cheese dairy where production methods have remained unchanged for centuries and you can sample authentic Swiss cheese made by hand in mountain huts. Craving a sweeter adventure? Take a workshop with a master chocolatier to find out what real chocolate tastes like!

Set sail aboard a majestic yacht to glide across the pristine waters of Lake Lucerne to see Swiss heritage from a unique vantage point. You can even help trim the sails or take the helm of the boat yourself, creating lasting memories that blend adventure with the Zen-like relaxation that comes from taking in Switzerland's natural beauty as a passenger.

There’s nothing like the thrill of visiting Swiss glaciers where you can transition from summer to winter in a single day. Just hop on a train near your hotel where you’ll take a short journey through mountain tunnels and emerge at breathtaking ice landscapes. Walk on ancient glaciers and witness panoramic views stretching across multiple countries before heading back to your hotel for dinner. This magical contrast of seasons within hours is especially memorable for visitors who rarely encounter snow.