Join a group of outdoorsy women in Verbier and explore one of the best and the largest MTB playgrounds in the Alps. With a dense network of lifts and decades worth of trail creation, one thing is for sure—this place takes mountain biking seriously. You can enjoy the versatility of Verbier’s world-class bike park or hit dozens of trails in the mountain wilderness. Pedal your way through flower-strewn meadows to the soothing sound of cowbells and switch it up with descents along loamy trails with roots beneath your tires—until you finish in a cobblestone street with centuries-old wooden houses. Once you get tired of epic rides with a backdrop of glacier-wrapped mountains, let the expert MTB guide show you the way to the luxurious Verbier chalet—your Swiss MTB holidays have begun!
Explore the biggest MTB area in the Alps
Ride at your own level with inspiring women guides
Experience the authentic Swiss mountain life in an active way
Arrive in your chalet in Verbier by 4 pm, settle in and meet your guides and fellow riders. You will do a bike and gear check before dinner, during which you will get a chance to fully make yourself at home and spend some quality time with your group. At around 8 pm, a briefing with your guide will take place—you will discuss the program, personal goals and expectations, and receive some useful trail information. Get a good night’s sleep as your Verbier guided riding tour starts tomorrow.
Meals: Dinner
Your days will begin with a laidback breakfast on the terrace, soaking in the morning sun and taking in the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. By 9.15 am, you will discuss the objectives for that day with your guide. Each morning will be dedicated to riding skills and instruction. After lunch, enjoy the rides and test the newly mastered skills. The regular and the advanced programs differ mainly in the type of terrain covered and how strenuous riding is, while other things remain the same. Needless to say, there will always be time for numerous breaks allowing you to take in the views of the snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and beautiful alpine fields. By 16.30 pm, you will have returned to your chalet. Unwind, stretch and get ready for a three-course dinner and other activities in the area according to your personal interests.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
As all good things, your Verbier MTB trip has come to an end. Enjoy your last breakfast with a view and get ready for departure. Say goodbye to your Verbier MTB guide, the rest of the squad and the Swiss Alps—or continue touring on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.
We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Verbier please refer to the Switzerland Federal Office of Public Health.
Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!
What you get on this adventure:
Mountain bike rentals are available for an added fee of $310.
What’s not included:
The regular Verbier MTB guided adventure is suitable for beginner to intermediate riders. This means that you’re good to go if you’ve just started trail mountain riding but have never tested your skills in high-altitude mountains. You should be able to handle all your local loops, control your speed, and do some hilly sections. Intermediate riders should have some experience with different riding locations and mid-level mountains and should be able to ride moderately steep singletrack descents and climbs with some loose rocks and roots, as well as be comfortable with some small unexpected steps and rock gardens.
The advanced Verbier MTB week-long adventure is suitable for those who love technical sections and have experience in alpine terrain. You should be in full control while riding any kind of singletrack, red runs in the bike park, and technical steep trails with stone drops, rough roots, small drops, and occasional little jumps.
Keep in mind that your guide will follow you every step of the way and give appropriate instruction, adjust the pace/terrain when necessary and make breaks whenever riding becomes too strenuous.
Extensive riding experience is necessary for both the regular and the advanced adventure option. That said, no biking experience in alpine terrain is necessary for the beginner and intermediate tour. You should be comfortable with pedaling for around 3 hours a day and crossing up to 30 km (around 20 miles), with an elevation gain of around 600 m (1,970 ft).
For the advanced tour, MTB experience in alpine terrain is necessary. You should be able to ride for 6+ hours in challenging terrain, crossing over 50 km (31 miles), with an elevation gain of 1,600 m (5,250 ft). Keep in mind that you will receive extensive instruction and that your guide will find a balance between “pure” riding and daily skills training. Also, the pace and the terrain can be adjusted if you encounter any difficulties.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and prices:
Mountain biking in Verbier can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.
Min. age requirements:
If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
A 30% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 6 weeks (42 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.
To get to Verbier, most people fly into Geneva Airport, which is 2 hours away. From there, you can take a train ride to Verbier.
You will meet with a guide at the train station. They have transportation to and from your accommodation covered!
Your home for the week is a spacious chalet with spectacular views just outside the village of Versegeres in the Verbier Valley. Here you can enjoy double rooms with en suite bathrooms (single-room option available for an additional fee), two communal living/dining rooms, and a south-facing terrace.
The best thing about this chalet is its location in a quiet area with sprawling views of the Alps! Imagine soaking in the sunshine while enjoying your coffee or taking some rest after a hard day of riding, the sun setting behind the lofty peaks. Another great thing is how spacious the chalet is, meaning that you will always be able to find a quiet place for some alone time. All this peace and quiet doesn’t mean that you will be isolated though! Just a few minutes away you can find bars, restaurants and a supermarket—as well as a refreshing lake if you’re up for some more riding or hiking.
All meals are included in the price and you will definitely not stay hungry during the trip! For breakfast, you can expect homemade cereal, fresh bread, local Swiss cheese, yogurt, milk, coffee, tea, juices, eggs, nuts, and fruit. Lunches consisting of healthy and freshly made sandwiches and various bars will be packed every day and eaten in the field. However, dinner reigns supreme when it comes to this Verbier MTB camp—three courses every evening prepared by a private chef (including quality locally-sourced wines!) If you are a vegan or a vegetarian, or have any dietary restrictions, let your guide know in advance and they will find the best solution to accommodate your needs.
