Make your way to your cozy accommodation in Vollèges, Switzerland. Unwind, assemble your bike or get fitted for your rental bike. Get some rest and prepare for an unforgettable adventure ahead!
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Apartment in Vollèges
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The Alps are a true mecca for MTB enthusiasts, and now is your chance to discover hidden gems and remote trails of the Swiss Alps! During this week-long adventure, we’ll have 5 days of riding and exploring some of the greatest trails around Verbier—and the Alps in general! We’ll take care of the lodgings, breakfasts and dinners, bike rentals, and you can just enjoy the ride without needing to organize a day's riding—an expert local guide will be by your side the whole way through, showing you the area’s highlights.
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Acclimate to the Alpine terrain with a first ride around Verbier! Enjoy breathtaking views, savor delicious local food, and get comfortable with the trails as you immerse yourself in the beauty of the region.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Riding: 40 km (25 miles)
Elevation: +300 m (985 ft), -4,500 m (14,765 ft)
Accommodation: Apartment in Vollèges -
Venture to the lesser-known trails of Bruson, uncovering hidden paths and stunning landscapes. Enjoy some more Alpine beauty with a fresh perspective, as you delve deeper into the region’s hidden gems.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Riding: 45 km (28 miles)
Elevation: +800 m (2,625 ft), -2,000 m (6,560 ft)
Accommodation: Apartment in Vollèges
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Climb to the stunning Alpine lake of Champex, a sparkling jewel set among the peaks. With more than 1,000 meters (3,300 ft) of ascent, this day offers breathtaking landscapes and, for the adventurous, a chance to plunge into the invigorating mountain waters!
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Riding: 40 km (25 miles)
Elevation: +1,100 m (3,610 ft), -1,100 m (3,610 ft)
Accommodation: Apartment in Vollèges -
After an iconic drive to the majestic Grand-Saint-Bernard Pass, straddling the border with Italy, enjoy a delicious Italian cappuccino and an exhilarating descent all the way back to Vollèges, taking in even more Alpine scenery.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Riding: 50 km (31 miles)
Elevation: +500 m (1,640 ft), -2,500 m (8,200 ft)
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Embark on the famous Portail ride, where you’ll be treated to a spectacular view over the entire valley, stretching all the way to Lake Geneva! Enjoy a stunning balcony trail as you soak in the last day of your Alpine adventure
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Riding: 55 km (35 miles)
Elevation: +1,200 m (3,940 ft), -2,200 m (7,220 ft)
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After an unforgettable week of mountain biking, it’s time to pack up and head back to the airport. Say goodbye to the stunning Alps as you return to Geneva or Zurich, carrying home memories of epic trails and breathtaking scenery.
Meals: Breakfast
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Included:
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- An experienced, local MTB guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 7-day mountain biking adventure in Verbier (5 days of riding)
- Accommodation for 6 nights in a 4-person apartment in Vollèges (double occupancy)
- All transfers to and from trails
- All breakfasts and dinners
- All lift passes
Add-ons (available to add at checkout):
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- Mountain bike rental
Not included:
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- Flights to Switzerland and transfers to Vollèges
- Alcoholic beverages and extra drinks
- Lunches
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Insurance — available to add at checkout
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This mountain biking tour in Verbier is meant for fit riders with mountain biking experience, who are ready to climb up to 1,200 m (3,940 ft) per day, and cover up to 55 km (35 miles). Day-by-day distances and elevation gains can be found in the itinerary. Apart from MTB experience, great fitness is also a must in order for you to enjoy this adventure.
For more bike adventures in the Alps, click here!
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Day pack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
- Mountain bike (rental possible for an additional fee)
- Riding clothes and gear
- Waterproof rain jacket and windstopper
- Biking shoes
- Biking gloves — optional (but recommended)
- Mountain bike helmet (full faced not required)
- Knee and elbow pads — recommended
- Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, etc.)
- Sunglasses
- Camera — optional (but recommended)
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.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For these mountain biking adventures in Verbier, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
- It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 4 participants.
- The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to bike with friends and family!
Mountain biking adventures in Verbier can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors older than 16 may be permitted to join this mountain biking adventure in Verbier on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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The starting point of your mountain biking adventure in Verbier is Vollèges, Switzerland. To get there, most people fly into Geneva Airport (GVA).
Once you land, there are several ways to reach your destination, including public transport. Looking to make airport transfers hassle-free? Check out Mountain Drop Offs—they provide door-to-door service in their comfy and spacious shuttles. Use the code 57HCHX to get a 5% discount!
Mountain Drop Offs can take you to Verbier, and from there, you can take a 20-minute taxi ride to Vollèges, the starting point of your adventure.
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Insurance is mandatory to join this tour. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
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