Your First Multi-Day Hut Tour

Your First Multi-Day Hut Tour

Plan, hike, enjoy – we’ll show you how to feel at home in the mountains

Mountain huts offer a unique atmosphere surrounded by towering peaks and alpine silence.
The views? Nothing short of spectacular.
After a full day on the trail, it's time to relax, often with a well-earned slice of hut-made cake.
Nowhere else will you feel closer to the mountains than in a hut high above the valley floor.
Mountain huts often offer unique views of the mountain landscape.

A three-day hiking experience where you’ll learn everything you need to plan and enjoy your first independent hut-to-hut tour. Including a prep video call, hands-on coaching and unforgettable mountain moments.

  • A guided hut tour in a small group: Together we’ll enjoy the special charm of mountain huts and hike through stunning alpine scenery.
  • Comprehensive hiking coaching: You’ll gain practical knowledge on planning routes, reading maps, understanding the weather, using navigation tools, choosing gear and following hut etiquette.
  • Includes a pre-tour video call: Before we head into the mountains, we’ll meet online to get to know each other and go through the gear list together.
  • Two exciting tour options: Whether you’re drawn to the Pazolastock & Badus Hut or the Muveran & La Tourche area, we’ve got you covered. You’re also welcome to suggest your own dream route or area!

CHF 489.00

from 3 participants

Duration and dates

3 days

Available on request

I’ll be right by your side on your first hut tour, with experience, encouragement and a relaxed approach to learning in the mountains.

Marina KrausMarina Kraus

Personal advice

Do you have any questions? I will be happy to advise you on our travel offer.

Marina Kraus

Marina Kraus

+41 76 492 98 25hello@beanywhere.ch

Requirements

Technique
Fitness
Distancemax. 15 km
Durationmax. 7h
Ascentmax. 1200 meters
Descentmax. 1200 meters
  • Surefootedness, a basic level of fitness and a head for heights are essential.
  • We'll be hiking on trails rated up to T3 on the SAC difficulty scale
  • Expect around 6 hours of hiking per day, with 400 to 1200 meters of ascent or descent
  • You don’t need technical mountaineering skills, but a willingness to tackle some rocky sections, steeper paths and the occasional scramble.

Before the tour:

Around one week before departure we’ll meet online to get to know each other, go over the planned route, talk about expectations and questions, review the gear list in detail and share practical tips for packing and getting there.

Day 1:

  • Meet-up and tour start in the morning
  • Introduction to route planning on the trail (map reading & orientation)
  • Walking techniques and finding your rhythm on alpine terrain
  • Arrival at the hut: what to expect: hut rules, registration, shared sleeping areas and how to feel comfortable in a dorm setup

Day 2:

  • Start the day with a classic hut breakfast
  • Together we plan the day’s route using the map
  • Hike to the next hut as a group
  • Learn how to deal with weather changes and alternative routes
  • Orientation with and without digital tools: map, compass & more
  • Evening at the hut: Q&A session, 3x3 route planning method and weather checks

Day 3:

  • Breakfast at the hut and final prep
  • Descent into the valley with focus on applying what you’ve learned
  • On-trail reflection: What did I learn? What would I do differently next time?
  • Course wrap-up and individual travel home in the afternoon

Variants

Our PureFlex tours without a specific date can be customized on request. Simply write to us using the inquiry form.

Hut tour with two overnight stays

You will be on the trail for three days and stay overnight in two different huts. You will also receive information about equipment, tour planning, weather, and hut etiquette.

CHF 489.00

Options

The following options are optional and can be booked on request.

Capture the moment with an outdoor photographer

Outdoor photographer Falko will discreetly accompany the group, capturing authentic moments, stunning landscapes and each participant’s personal highlights. A beautiful visual memory of your first hut tour. Available for an additional fee per day and per group, only bookable if all group members agree.

CHF 500.00

Oberalppass, Gotthard Region: Between the Surselva and the Urseren Valley lies one of the most impressive high alpine landscapes in central Switzerland. This beginner-friendly route features well-maintained trails, breathtaking views and historic places like the source of the Rhine River.

Muveran-Region near Ovronnaz: A wild and remote corner of Valais with true alpine character. The trails wind through rugged limestone towers, alpine meadows and offer sweeping views of the Dents du Midi. Perfect for anyone seeking both adventure and stillness in the mountains.

Tour option: Central Switzerland

  • Individual arrival in Andermatt (by car or public transport)
  • As a group, we continue from Andermatt to the Oberalp Pass
  • Return journey from Gotthard Pass to Andermatt by public transport

Tour option: Western Switzerland

  • Individual arrival at the meeting point in Ovronnaz
  • We take the gondola up to Jorasse together
  • Return from Pont-de-Nant or Les Plans-sur-Bex by public transport

Central Switzerland Option

  • Badus Hut (SAC): Simple, charming and overlooking Lai da Tuma – the official source of the Rhine. A classic alpine hut experience with dorm-style sleeping.
  • Vermigel Hut (SAC): Rustic and welcoming on the sunny side of the Urseren Valley. Cosy, with hearty food and the perfect setting for relaxed evening conversations and coaching moments.

Western Switzerland Option

  • Cabane de Sorniot or Fenestral: Dramatically located above Lac de Fully – simple, friendly and full of alpine character.
  • Cabane La Tourche: A gem high above the Rhône Valley, known for its spectacular sunsets, great hospitality and panoramic views along the Alpine Pass Route.

Breakfast and dinner at the huts are included.

You’ll bring your own snacks and lunch – some huts offer limited food for purchase.

Most huts provide 1 liter of warm tea in the morning ("march tea").

Drinking water is usually not free, additional drinks must be purchased on site.

You’ll receive a detailed packing list well before the tour. We’ll go over it together during the video call and share helpful tips on what to bring, how to pack and how to choose the right backpack size. Essential items include weatherproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots and a lightweight, well-fitting backpack (about 30 litres). For overnight stays, a hut sleeping bag (preferably silk) is mandatory.

Personal travel to and from the meeting point

Transfers during the tour (public transport, cable cars etc.)

Lunch and snacks during the day

Drinks

Any additional personal expenses

Free cancellation up to 14 days before the tour

50% fee if cancelled 13 to 7 days before the start

No refund for cancellations less than 7 days before the tour

If we have to cancel the tour, e. g. due to poor weather conditions or if the huts are not staffed, you’ll receive a full refund, provided no alternative date can be arranged.

Participants are responsible for their own insurance (accident, health and liability). We recommend REGA membership and cancellation insurance.

Non-binding request

Your non-binding inquiry will bring you one step closer to your experience. We will get back to you shortly with further information on dates and the exact procedure and discuss the next steps together.