Zermatt 7 Day Itinerary
Title: 7-Day Itinerary for Travelling in Zermatt, Switzerland
Day 1: Arrival & Orientation
- Accommodation: Book a stay at the Hotel Roma or The Omnia, both centrally located and offering comfortable stays.
- Lunch: Grab a quick bite at Backstage Zermatt for Swiss classics with a modern twist.
- Afternoon: Familiarize yourself with the town, visit the Zermatlantis Museum or stroll along Bahnhofstrasse for shopping.
- Dinner: Dine at Le Mazot, a cozy restaurant serving traditional Swiss dishes.
- Tip: Download the MOBILEPASS app for offline maps and local information.
Day 2: Explore Zermatt Village
- Breakfast: Start your day at Caffè Steffani or Baker’s Cafe.
- Morning: Visit the Gornergrat Railway (Tickets here) for breathtaking views of Matterhorn and surrounding peaks.
- Lunch: Have lunch at Findlerhof Alpine Restaurant on Gornergrat.
- Afternoon: Return to Zermatt, explore the Matterhorn Museum or simply relax by the River Vispa.
- Dinner: Dine at Wallerberg Stuben for a rustic Swiss experience.
Day 3: Adventure Day
- Breakfast: Fuel up at Papperla Bakery.
- Morning: Try paragliding or a helicopter tour for breathtaking views (Contact Zermatt Glacier Adventures).
- Lunch: Have lunch at Henne’s Schwarzhornhütte on the mountain.
- Afternoon: Return to Zermatt, relax or try out other adventures like hiking, rock climbing, or a dip in the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise’s ice pool (Tickets here).
- Dinner: Dine at Le Cervin for a fine dining experience with Matterhorn views.
Day 4: Day Trip to Breithorn Hut
- Breakfast: Start early at your hotel.
- Morning: Take the cable car up to Trockener Steg and begin your hike to Breithorn Hut.
- Lunch & Dinner: Enjoy homemade Swiss meals at the Breithorn Hut.
- Overnight Stay: If you wish, spend a night at the Breithorn Hut for a more immersive experience (Bookings here).
Day 5: Return to Zermatt
- Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at Breithorn Hut before descending.
- Morning & Afternoon: Spend the day exploring Zermatt, relax, or try out additional adventures like mountain biking or a spa day.
- Dinner: Dine at Chez Vrony for traditional Swiss food in a beautiful setting.
Day 6: Day Trip to Cervinia, Italy
- Breakfast: Start early at your hotel and head to the Testa Grigia border crossing (Transportation information).
- Day in Cervinia: Spend the day exploring the Italian side of the Matterhorn, trying local cuisine, and enjoying various activities (More info here).
- Dinner: Dine at Rifugio Margherita on Plateau Rosa for an unforgettable experience.
- Return to Zermatt: Cross back into Switzerland and return to your hotel.
Day 7: Departure
- Breakfast: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before checking out.
- Departure: Head home with cherished memories of beautiful Zermatt.
Tips:
- Wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Always carry a waterproof jacket and extra layers.
- Swiss Francs are the preferred currency, but Euros are also accepted in Cervinia.
- There is no car traffic in Zermatt; electric taxis and shuttles are available for transportation.