Difficulty level 3/5, for good to intermediate hikers, depending on to the chosen routes. Sometimes, you have the choice between two hikes that differ in difficulty. The indicated walking times do not include the time needed for the visits of villages and monuments. You will hike on well-maintained paths which do not pose any special technical difficulties. Expect 5 to 6 hours and up to 17.3km/10.8mi of daily walking. The elevation gain can be up to +950m/3117ft daily.

You only need to carry a small backpack during hikes with the necessary items for the day. Your luggage will be transported by vehicle to next accommodations. Your luggage will arrive in the early evening each day.

Limited to 1 bag transported per person and a maximum weight of up to 20kg/44lbs per bag.

Possible for groups of 2 and above. Solo hikers are not allowed on this trip due to safety concerns.

Departures possible daily from June 15th through September 30th.

7 days / 6 nights / up to 6 days of hiking

Start

On Day 1 in Maloja. Hotel check-in available after ~3pm.

Finish

On Day 7 in Zuoz, after breakfast & hotel check-out (~10am).

Self-guided tour, without a human guide. A digital travel packet (documents available in English, French & German) will be sent by email that includes access to our smartphone travel application for navigating hikes and accessing local maps (available in English only), the list of booked accommodations, any included travel vouchers and all the detailed information needed for a successful trip. If desired, we can provide a printed version of the travel packet for an additional fee. It will be waiting and available at the 1st accommodation of the itinerary with maps, topo guide and travel folder. This must be requested at the time of booking. There is no welcome meeting at the arrival hotel or general orientation meeting for this tour.

Accommodation / Catering

Accommodation

In 3* hotels or equivalent, in double occupancy rooms, with en-suite bathrooms. Single rooms are available for a supplemental fee and are subject to availability.

Meals

Breakfast included at all hotels. Half-board (dinner included), except in Maloja, Pontresina and Zuoz (3 nights with B&B). Lunches are not included. It is possible to have lunch in a mountain refuge in the Fex Valley (day 3), at the Fuorcla Surlej pass (day 4), at Morteratsch (day 5) or at Varusch (day 6, easy hike option). Otherwise picnic or lunch supplies can be purchased locally in villages where accommodations are located. For dinner in Maloja, Pontresina and in Zuoz: the hotels have a restaurant or there are multiple restaurants within walking distance in each respective village.

There is the possibility to add extra nights in Maloja or Zuoz before or after the tour. Please contact us for availability.

Trip Starting Destination

This tour starts in Maloja, Switzerland

Trip Ending Destination

This tour ends in Zuoz, Switzerland

By Plane

Zurich airport: Passengers & Visitors – Flughafen Zuerich (flughafen-zuerich.ch) and then by train from Zurich via Chur (Coire) and St Moritz. Take a bus or taxi from St Moritz to the hotel in Maloja.

Geneve airport: Home page Passengers - Genève Aéroport (gva.ch) and then by train via Zurich and St Moritz. Take a bus or taxi from St Moritz to the hotel in Maloja.

Munich airport: Welcome to MUC - Munich Airport (munich-airport.com) and then by train via Chur (Coire) and St Moritz. Take a bus or taxi from St Moritz to the hotel in Maloja.

By Train

Getting there: Take a train to Zurich - Chur (Coire), then from Chur - Samedan - St Moritz; then take a bus or taxi to hotel in Maloja. Leaving: Take a train from Zuoz (final hotel location) to any destination. Visit: The SBB online portal for timetable, trains and public transport

By Car/Bus

Zurich - Chur (or Coire) - Julier pass (2300m/7545ft) - St Moritz - Maloja Bus or taxi available between Zuoz and Maloja. Don’t hesitate to ask the question on site at Taxi Massé (+41) 081842 6824 who will be able to tell you the best connections.

Carpool Options: You can pool your means of transport by carpooling. Visit: Bus or carpool? Your pick of rides at low prices. | BlaBlaCar

Travel story

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Responsible tourism

Travelife Partner

Since 2025, Grand Angle has been recognized as a Travelife Partner, an international label that certifies our responsible practices regarding the environment, ethics, and sustainable management, both within our company, with our partners, and in the organization of our trips.

This label, the second level of a rigorous international certification, attests to our concrete actions in favor of responsible tourism. We are actively working toward the next level, Travelife Certified, in line with our sustainable development policy.

It is the client’s responsibility to arrive prepared with the items listed below to help insure a safe and enjoyable trip.

CLOTHING CHECKLIST:

The following items are required for this trip unless otherwise noted. When packing, think layered clothing systems that work together and can be easily added or removed.

• Hiking Boots/Shoes – waterproof, sturdy molded sole, deep tread and ideally well broken in (Note: buy boots/shoes 1/2 size to 1 size larger than street shoes to allow for feet swelling and thicker socks)
• Hiking Socks – one pair for every day or two days of the trip. Hiking/Sport specific padded socks, no cotton please!
• Sun Hat – wide brimmed hat or baseball cap/bandana combo
• Warm Hat & Gloves – lightweight beanie and light-to-mid weight fleece or wool gloves
• Hiking Shirts – non-cotton, breathable short sleeve and/or long sleeve shirts (Note: long sleeve shirts provide better sun protection)
• Warm Top – mid-weight sweater or pullover of wicking material such as merino wool, fleece or polypropylene
• Insulating Jacket – down-fill or synthetic-fill insulated “puffy” jacket or warm, heavy weight fleece jacket
• Hiking Pants & Shorts – nylon pants AND shorts, zip-offs or leggings
• Base Layer/Long Underwear – 1 pair of wicking tops and bottoms that are lightweight to midweight, synthetic wicking materials such as polyester, polypropylene, merino wool, etc.
• Rain Gear – waterproof jacket and pants or high-quality poncho, breathable fabric such as Gore-Tex® or coated nylon. For the pants look for side zippers that will easily allow pulling them over footwear.
• Casual Clothing & Footwear – comfortable clothes and shoes to wear in the evening after activities.

Important Note: Please, no cotton hiking/cycling clothes. Synthetic clothing is very efficient in drying quickly. Merino wool material clothing is also efficient in drying quickly, is comfortable to wear and has the advantage of not developing a bad odor after use.

GEAR CHECKLIST:

• Backpack – a 30-45 Liter sized comfortable pack with a waterproof cover for use day-to-day while hiking.
• Personal Luggage – small duffel bag, rolling suitcase or backpack – for extra hiking clothes and casual clothes. *Luggage transfers have a limit of 44lbs/20kg on this trip and extra items are not easily stored by our team.
• Hydration System – 2+ liters capacity, either water bottles or bladder/hose system and an additional water bottle
• Trekking Poles – telescopic/adjustable poles to help reduce the impact on joints and support hikers in steep and/or rocky terrain. (Note: strongly recommended)
• Headlamp – preferably with an L.E.D. bulb that works with AA or AAA batteries (Note: always test headlamp before trips and travel/pack without batteries in device)
• Picnic/Lunch Kit – knife, plate or bowl, box with closeable lid, utensils, etc.
• Phone & Charger – local sim card or international plan may be needed. Consider bringing a small power bank to use to recharge devices during trip activities.
• Waterproof Travel Case or Pouch – used to keep important documents (i.e. passport, health/travel insurance, etc.) & phone safe from weather/water
• Sunglasses, Sunscreen, & Lip Balm
• First Aid Kit – see first aid kit suggestions below*
• Personal Toilet Paper Kit – most public restrooms outside of lodging will have toilet paper available, but it is good to be prepared with a personal toilet paper kit to potentially use during portions of this tour.
• Toiletries
• Contact Lenses & Glasses – if wearing contact lenses, please also bring back-up pair of glasses and contacts.
• Prescription Medication – with emergency back-up supply.
• Money – It is good to have some local currency, often smaller local businesses do not accept credit cards and/or prefer cash. Some public restrooms require small amounts of cash to use.

OPTIONAL ITEMS:

• Face Masks; Over-the-counter Rapid Antigen COVID-19 Tests (Note: recommended but optional)
• Travel Power Adapter – Electric power voltage in Switzerland is 230 V / 50 Hz and the plugs are C & J type
• Support Braces – consider bringing any joint braces that may be currently needed or from past injuries (i.e. knee, ankle, elbow, etc.)
• Sleep Mask & Ear Plugs
• Bug Repellent
• Quick Drying Towel or Bandana(s)
• Swimsuit

*FIRST AID KIT SUGGESTIONS:

After years of experience planning adventure travel around the world, we've learned that anything can happen, and every traveler should carry a basic personal first aid kit. We want to ensure our guests are well-prepared and make smart informed travel decisions. In many of the places we operate trips, it may be challenging to find certain medications and/or first aid supplies, and sometimes common items you desire may not be available in the destination you are travelling. That's why it's good to be prepared and carry a small supply of first aid supplies, any prescription medication, and/or over-the-counter medications you may require during your travels.

We recommend discussing your travel plans, vaccination requirements, and any medication usage with your primary healthcare provider before embarking on our trips. This helps ensure you have a safe and enjoyable travel experience.

Here is a basic list of what we think makes a good personal travel first aid kit:

• Medications – Brands of your choice, all medications should be either prescribed directly by your doctor or discussed with a doctor prior to use.
• Electrolyte Replacement/Drink Mix – brand of choice
• Creams – Antibiotic ointment, Anti-Itch: Hydrocortisone, Arnica
• Eye Problems: Dry/Itchy – Eye drops
• Feminine Hygiene – Tampons
• Wound Care – a various pack of bandages, antiseptic swabs
• Blister Care – blister kit made up of items of your choice
• Sun Protection – sunscreen, SPF lip balm
• Various Items – Athletic tape/”KT Tape”, Nail clippers, Tweezers, Small bottle of hand sanitizer, Sewing kit (clothing/button repairs), Disposable surgical gloves (1-2 pairs)

PACKING FOR TRAVEL: It is recommended that you prepare your items in the following manner for your travels to this trip.

“Carry-on Bag(s)” - This is the bag you will bring with you on the plane. We recommend all your pertinent information be in this bag (passport, travel documents, etc.) as well as your most important gear items (hiking footwear, jacket, prescription medication, etc.) in case any checked luggage items become lost or delayed.

“Checked Bag(s)” - This bag will be checked and contain the rest of your personal items (clothing and gear, etc.).

Important Note: Again, it is recommended to either wear or pack in your “Carry-on Bag” the main gear items you need for this trip vs. putting them in your checked “Travel Bag” (in case luggage is delayed). Hiking footwear is probably the hardest item to replace last minute if items become lost or delayed past the intended start date of the trip. Lost or delayed luggage has become more common in major airports for international travel since the global pandemic.

LUGGAGE MANAGEMENT DURING TRIP: During this trip, the packing system needs to be in 2 bags.

Extra Luggage - “Checked Bag(s)” & ”Carry-on Bag(s)”: This bag will contain all the items you want to bring along on the trip. It will be transferred by vehicle, and you will have access to it at the end of each day of activity, but not throughout the day. 1 bag per person, maximum weight of up to 20kg/44lbs per bag.

- For your transported luggage: a backpack or a travel bag in good condition. A GPS tracker is recommended for international travel luggage.

Extra luggage is not allowed on this trip beyond the 1 bag requirement and extra luggage storage logistics are difficult due to the trip starting and ending in different locations.

Day Backpack: All guests need a backpack, which they will be responsible for carrying during trip activities. Items in this bag should include anything you may need throughout the day during the trip. (i.e. rain gear, warm layers, water, sunscreen/lip balm, snacks/food, camera/phone, etc.).

Switzerland, the Swiss Confederation, capital city: Bern.

Documents

Travellers from the European Union, including children, need a valid identity card or passport. Check with the authorities in your home country for the conditions of entering this destination.

Health/Insurance

Do not forget your card and/or policy details for your health insurance and/or travel insurance.

When calling Switzerland from another country: +41

European Emergency Number: 112

Swiss National tourist information office in Zurich Website: Switzerland Travel & Vacation | Switzerland Tourism (myswitzerland.com)

Official Agency of the Swiss Federal Railways: Information and sale of individual international and domestic tickets. If you have train journeys to make in Switzerland, ask them to inform you about the conditions of the "Swiss Pass": they are often advantageous. Visit: The SBB online portal for timetable, trains and public transport

Office of Tourism Maloja: Phone: +41818243188 Visit: Tourist Information Maloja (engadin.ch)

Office of Tourism St Moritz: Phone: +41818373333 Visit: St. Moritz Ski Resort Switzerland (stmoritzswitzerland.travel)

Office of Tourism Zuoz Visit: Zuoz | Engadin, Switzerland

Central European Time (CET/UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (CEST/UTC+2) during daylight saving time.

French (French-speaking region of Switzerland). Swiss German and English are also widely spoken in tourist areas.

The Swiss Franc (CHF) is used in all of Switzerland.

Change: possible in all railway stations, post offices or banks.

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