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Zermatt Village Walk and Mt. Gornergrat Private Day Trip

9 Reviews 4.44 out of 5 stars Based on 9 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Zermatt, Switzerland
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On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.
6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Embark on a captivating walk through Zermatt, guided by your private tour expert. Explore the charming village, taking in iconic sights of the majestic Matterhorn. Then, board the legendary Gornergrat cogwheel train for a scenic ascent to breathtaking heights. With personalized insights from your guide, this exclusive tour seamlessly combines alpine village charm, iconic mountain views, and an unforgettable railway adventure for a day of enchantment in Zermatt.

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Insider walk around in Zermatt
  • Transporation fee for Gornergrat railway
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses during the tour
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Zermatt

Begin your tour by visiting the old part of the alpine village of Zermatt with it's typical wooden houses. The walk takes you away from the typical main street and you get through the typical alleyways in Zermatt.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Viewpoint Kirchbrucke bridge

Visit the viewpoint for the typical Zermatt village picture to the Mt. Matterhorn
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mountaineers' Cemetery

The graveyard shows you, how closed the success to climb Mt. Matterhorn and the risks are. It's part of the history of Zermatt, that accidents on high alpine climbing happens.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monte Rosa Hotel (pass by)

The hotel Monte Rosa is where the first ascent to Mt. Matterhorn startet. Several information about the first ascent and it's historical tragedy are available here.
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Zermatt GGB

On a 30 minutes cogwheel train ride you get up to 10000ft altitude. In this high alpine area, beautiful views to Mt. Matterhorn and the glaciers await you. Mt. Gornergrat is in all year snow.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Gornergrat

The Gornergrat is a mountain ridge at an altitude of 3135 m above sea level. M. It is located about three kilometers east of Zermatt in the Swiss canton of Valais. The Gornergrat is located between the Gorner Glacier and the Findel Glacier and offers views of more than 20 four-thousanders, including Monte Rosa, the Matterhorn and the Liskamm.The Gornergratbahn runs from Zermatt (1620 m above sea level) to the Gornergrat, overcoming an altitude difference of almost 1500 metres. At the terminus (3089 m above sea level) on the southwestern tip of the ridge is the Kulmhotel, which is the highest mountain hotel in Switzerland. Visit the scenic viewpoint with the all year snow or have a look at the multi-media experience world, which shows the Matterhorn and its surrounding alpine world in all dimensions, will fascinate both young and old and is even a great place to visit on the Gornergrat when the weather is not so good.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zermatt Village Walk and Mt. Gornergrat Private Day Trip?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zermatt Village Walk and Mt. Gornergrat Private Day Trip?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • all taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • insider walk around in Zermatt.
  • transporation fee for Gornergrat railway.
  • all transportation fees.
  • local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only.
The following is NOT included:
  • food and drinks.
  • personal expenses during the tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Zermatt Village Walk and Mt. Gornergrat Private Day Trip is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Zermatt Village Walk and Mt. Gornergrat Private Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Insider walk around in Zermatt
  • Transporation fee for Gornergrat railway
  • All transportation fees
  • Local guide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses during the tour

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • a minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • children must be accompagnied by an adult
  • for wheelchair assistance - please contact us before booking

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