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Based in the picturesque village of Mürren, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, we’ll enjoy daily excursions and easy walks in search of carpets of wild flowers in lush, botanically rich alpine meadows, all the while enjoying spectacular views towards the famous Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. We will make full use of the efficient network of cable cars, trains, cogwheel mountain railways and funiculars to access a wide altitudinal range in search of such high-altitude gems as trumpet gentians and snowbells, plus an array of orchids (including Lady’s Slipper Orchid), saxifrages, primulas and violets among other specialist flora. We’ll also enjoy the region’s birds and butterflies, with plenty of time to relax and soak up the scenery too.


    

  • Spectacular mountain scenery of the Bernese Oberland
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  • Based in the traffic-free village of Mürren with journeys by train, cable car and funicular
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  • Explore a range of habitats from forest and meadow to high mountain pasture, enjoying carefully selected walks with an in-built flexibility
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  • Stunning displays of mountain flowers including gentians, primroses, pasqueflowers and orchids
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  • Birds including Alpine Chough, Alpine Accentor, Snow Finch, Nutcracker and Red-backed Shrike all likely
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  • Visit the unique Schyinge Platte Alpine Garden
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Although Switzerland covers an area of only 41,000 square kilometres, it has a great wealth and diversity of landscapes and cultures.


Bordered to the north by Germany, the south by Italy, the east by Austria and the west by France, the Swiss countryside is home to the highest mountains in Europe, spectacular waterfalls and numerous lakes set within flower-filled Alpine meadows.




The Swiss people also display a character and way of life all of their own. Each of the surrounding four countries has, over time, influenced and shaped the adjacent Swiss population, creating the series of overlapping cultures which typify Switzerland. This is especially true in the heart of the Alps where the French, German, Italian and Romanish cultures meet. 


 

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The Alps are Europe’s greatest mountain range. Nowhere else on the continent can a visitor find such a variety of dramatic landscapes, and amidst their rugged crags, grassy meadows and river valleys is an equally spectacular diversity of flora and fauna. These remarkable mountains stretch for over 1,200 kilometres and encompass no fewer than seven countries, each of which provides its own singular experience of the region. Although justly famous as a winter skiing destination, it is in spring and summer that these peaks really come to life, when a cacophony of birdsong rings out over endless seas of wildflowers. From their superb butterflies and vivid blooms to their mountainous mammals and special birds, the Alps are sure to fascinate anyone with a love of the natural world.


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The traditional Swiss village of Mürren, situated high in the Bernese Oberland, boasts charming, 'chocolate-box', Swiss mountain chalets and stunning views across the valley to the towering peaks of the famous Mönch, Eiger and Jungfrau mountains. Mürren is a car-free village, making it a quiet, idyllic base for this ‘Go Slow’ holiday, and the final leg of our journey here will be by cable car! Our daily programme will consist of one or two half-day excursions, either on foot from our hotel, or using the excellent network of cable cars, funiculars and mountain railways that provides such good access throughout this whole region. Our walks will always be conducted at a leisurely pace, and almost always begin or end at a mountain restaurant or café where we can relax, have a drink and enjoy the stunning mountain vistas.


We will be staying for the week at the extremely comfortable and centrally located Hotel Alpenruh, loccated adjacent to the the Schilthornbahn cable car station. Although any holiday in the Swiss Alps will include some degree of walking, this ‘Go Slow’ itinerary has been carefully designed to ensure that those wishing to enjoy shorter days with minimal walking are able to do so, whilst anyone that would like to spend longer in the field and stretch their legs will be equally well catered for.


We begin our holiday with a direct flight to Zurich, and then transfer by train and coach to Stechelberg. From here, we complete the final leg of our journey to Murren by cable car, arriving in time to settle into our rooms and enjoy dinner together this evening. On at least two days we will enjoy walks around Mürren and the Allmendhubel Mountain above the village, which we reach by funicular railway. Following the Flower Trail and the Mountain View Trail, we are likely to see Alpenrose, Globeflowers, Mountain Pansies, Broad-leaved Marsh Orchids and White False Helleborines. Walking the village trail near our hotel, we can look for Black Redstart, Citril Finch, Alpine Chough and Ring Ouzel, plus the Crag and House Martins flitting between the chalets. Depending on the spring, there may even be Lady’s Slipper Orchids flowering within walking distance of our hotel!


On one day we will cross the valley to the village of Wengen and spend our day on the Männlichen above, searching for Alpine Pasqueflower, Alpine Snowbell, Small White Orchid, Moss Campion, Mountain Avens and Alpine Bartsia, as well as several species of saxifrage, gentian, violet, primrose, campanula and pedicularis.


On another day we will descend into the Lauterbrunnen Valley, an area rich in butterflies and birds, as well as flora we may not yet have seen. Here, we will visit the dramatic Trümmelbach Falls, where meltwater from the mountain glaciers corkscrews down inside the vertical valley walls. We will then continue to the beautiful village of Zwiesimmen, which is a delight for any flower enthusiast, with a multitude of pretty gardens, facades, balconies and kitchen gardens. 


Of course, no holiday to this region would be complete without a visit to the famous Schynige Platte. Reached via a delightful cogwheel mountain railway that first began operation in 1893, this stunning alpine garden and the rich surrounding limestone flora will be an undoubted highlight of the holiday for many.

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This is a single-centre holiday, based in the very comfortable Hotel Alpenruh in Mürren. All rooms are en suite, with free Wi-Fi access and hairdryers in the rooms.

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All food is included in the price other than one lunch during the week in Mürren, giving you the opportunity to try one of the mountain restaurants or local cafés. Please also note that British Airways no longer provides in-flight meals, though a buy-on-board service is available. 

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At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:


    

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
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Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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Some of the benefits of Naturetrek Tailormade travel include:
• A bespoke itinerary which is crafted by experts and designed specifically for you
• Private guiding by the very best local naturalists 
• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
• Incorporate as much culture, history or relaxation time as you wish
• Choose dates to suit you
• Select your preferred style of accommodation
• Travel with families and children of any age
Furthermore, our Tailormade team are always on hand to help and guide you along the way, with friendly advice, first-hand knowledge and inside information specific to your destination of choice. So if you have any queries about your holiday, we will be delighted to answer them. Please just give us a call!

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Go Slow in the Swiss Alps

Tour Code: CHE05

An 8-day holiday to the traffic-free village of Mürren, high in the Swiss Alps, to enjoy the region’s fabulous flora and fauna and some spectacular mountain scenery.

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£3,195

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Highlights

  • Spectacular mountain scenery of the Bernese Oberland
  • Based in the traffic-free village of Mürren with journeys by train, cable car and funicular
  • Explore a range of habitats from forest and meadow to high mountain pasture, enjoying carefully selected walks with an in-built flexibility
  • Stunning displays of mountain flowers including gentians, primroses, pasqueflowers and orchids
  • Birds including Alpine Chough, Alpine Accentor, Snow Finch, Nutcracker and Red-backed Shrike all likely
  • Visit the unique Schyinge Platte Alpine Garden

Summary

The traditional Swiss village of Mürren, situated high in the Bernese Oberland, boasts charming, 'chocolate-box', Swiss mountain chalets and stunning views across the valley to the towering peaks of the famous Mönch, Eiger and Jungfrau mountains. Mürren is a car-free village, making it a quiet, idyllic base for this ‘Go Slow’ holiday, and the final leg of our journey here will be by cable car! Our daily programme will consist of one or two half-day excursions, either on foot from our hotel, or using the excellent network of cable cars, funiculars and mountain railways that provides such good access throughout this whole region. Our walks will always be conducted at a leisurely pace, and almost always begin or end at a mountain restaurant or café where we can relax, have a drink and enjoy the stunning mountain vistas.

We will be staying for the week at the extremely comfortable and centrally located Hotel Alpenruh, loccated adjacent to the the Schilthornbahn cable car station. Although any holiday in the Swiss Alps will include some degree of walking, this ‘Go Slow’ itinerary has been carefully designed to ensure that those wishing to enjoy shorter days with minimal walking are able to do so, whilst anyone that would like to spend longer in the field and stretch their legs will be equally well catered for.

We begin our holiday with a direct flight to Zurich, and then transfer by train and coach to Stechelberg. From here, we complete the final leg of our journey to Murren by cable car, arriving in time to settle into our rooms and enjoy dinner together this evening. On at least two days we will enjoy walks around Mürren and the Allmendhubel Mountain above the village, which we reach by funicular railway. Following the Flower Trail and the Mountain View Trail, we are likely to see Alpenrose, Globeflowers, Mountain Pansies, Broad-leaved Marsh Orchids and White False Helleborines. Walking the village trail near our hotel, we can look for Black Redstart, Citril Finch, Alpine Chough and Ring Ouzel, plus the Crag and House Martins flitting between the chalets. Depending on the spring, there may even be Lady’s Slipper Orchids flowering within walking distance of our hotel!

On one day we will cross the valley to the village of Wengen and spend our day on the Männlichen above, searching for Alpine Pasqueflower, Alpine Snowbell, Small White Orchid, Moss Campion, Mountain Avens and Alpine Bartsia, as well as several species of saxifrage, gentian, violet, primrose, campanula and pedicularis.

On another day we will descend into the Lauterbrunnen Valley, an area rich in butterflies and birds, as well as flora we may not yet have seen. Here, we will visit the dramatic Trümmelbach Falls, where meltwater from the mountain glaciers corkscrews down inside the vertical valley walls. We will then continue to the beautiful village of Zwiesimmen, which is a delight for any flower enthusiast, with a multitude of pretty gardens, facades, balconies and kitchen gardens. 

Of course, no holiday to this region would be complete without a visit to the famous Schynige Platte. Reached via a delightful cogwheel mountain railway that first began operation in 1893, this stunning alpine garden and the rich surrounding limestone flora will be an undoubted highlight of the holiday for many.

Outline Itinerary

Day
1
Fly Zurich, transfer Murren
Days
2 - 7
Natural history excursions from Murren
Day
8
Transfer Zurich, fly London
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What's Included?

Food

All food is included in the price other than one lunch during the week in Mürren, giving you the opportunity to try one of the mountain restaurants or local cafés. Please also note that British Airways no longer provides in-flight meals, though a buy-on-board service is available. 

Accommodation

This is a single-centre holiday, based in the very comfortable Hotel Alpenruh in Mürren. All rooms are en suite, with free Wi-Fi access and hairdryers in the rooms.

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Dates & Prices

2027

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£3,595

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£595

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View from the Mountain View Trail, Murren (Kerrie Porteous)
Lady's Slipper Orchid (Kerrie Porteous)
Gentiana brachyphylla (Kerrie Porteous)
Alpine Choughs (Arto Hakola)
Ring Ouzel
Alpine Pasque Flower (Pulsatilla alpina subsp. apiifolia)
Moss Campion by D Phillips
Dactylorhiza majalis (Broad-leaved Marsh Orchid) (Kerrie Porteous)
Primulas and Gentians everywhere! (Kerrie Porteous)
Eiger (Kerrie Porteous)
Eiger (Kerrie Porteous)
Campanula barbata (Kerrie Porteous)
Lauterbrunnen Valley (Kerrie Porteous)
Botanising along the Mountain View Trail, Murren (Kerrie Porteous)
The train to Schynige Platte (Kerrie Porteous)
Alpenrose, Rhododendron ferrugineum (Kerrie Porteous)

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