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Zermatt in 3 Days — Friends' Summer Adventure

Zermatt in 3 Days — Friends' Summer Adventure
A fun, vibrant 3-day itinerary for a group of friends who want lively food, easy-to-moderate outdoor adventures, group-friendly restaurants, and après‑hike nightlife around the Matterhorn. Summer-focused (July): e-bikes, alpine terraces, sunset rail rides, glacier views and social evenings.
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Highlights

  • Sunset ride to Gornergrat for group photos of the Matterhorn
  • E‑bike loop to Sunnegga / Leisee with a mountainside lunch at Chez Vrony
  • Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (Klein Matterhorn) and Glacier Palace
  • Five Lakes Walk (5-Seenweg) — epic photo pit stops
  • Evenings at lively, group-friendly bars and mountain restaurants

Brief Itinerary

Arrive in Zermatt & Check in — Hotel Monte Rosa

Drop bags, grab a quick orientation from reception and warm up for a short village stroll. The Monte Rosa is historic and right by Bahnhofplatz — perfect base for a social group.

1h

Lively Group Lunch — Brown Cow Pub

Casual, hearty pub food and beers — good for groups and a relaxed first meal. Share platters and order a round of local beers to start the holiday vibe.

1h 15m

Stroll Bahnhofstrasse — Window‑shop & Coffee

Easy, social walk through Zermatt’s pedestrian main street: chocolate shops, outdoor gear stores, and souvenir stops — perfect for light shopping and photos.

1h 15m

Gornergrat Sunset Ride — Gornergrat Bahn

Take the scenic rack railway to Gornergrat for sunset views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks — iconic, social photo stop and short alpine walk at the top.

2h 30m

Group Dinner — Hennu Stall

Cozy, lively mountain‑vibe restaurant in town that handles groups well — perfect for shared plates and local specialties.

2h

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Let us take you on an unforgettable experience - a tandem paragliding flight in front of the Matterhorn

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Embark on an intimate small-group walking tour through the enchanting alpine village of Zermatt

$120

per adult

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$333

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Day Trips & Excursions

Join a breathtaking small group tour from Zermatt to Glacier Paradise, the highest cable car station in Europe

$367

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Experience Zermatt & Glacier Paradise: A Journey to the Roof of Europe Step into a world of alpine wonder as you explore Zermatt, the quintessential Swiss mountain village nestled beneath the iconic Matterhorn

$2639

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Join us on a majestic private biking adventure on the trails surrounding the iconic Matterhorn! Zermatt offers a multitude of amazing biking trails bringing you to stunning landscapes

$363

per adult

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Embark on a scenic small group tour from Zermatt to Gornergrat, one of Switzerland’s most breathtaking viewpoints

$345

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