Itinerary
- Day 1
Murren
You'll arrive in Murren and check into Hotel Edelweiss. Since you're adjusting to the altitude, this day is meant for settling in and resting. There are optional walks available if you're feeling up to it, but the pace is entirely up to you and how your body feels at this elevation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Walk options available in Murren (based on fitness level and preference)
- Visit Alpine Sports Centre with swimming pool and whirlpool (complimentary for hotel guests)
Landmarks Murren 
- Day 2
Murren to Griesalp
Start climbing steadily from Murren toward Rotstockhutte, where you'll have lunch surrounded by mountains. After eating, continue over the steep Sefinenfurgge pass and then work your way down through a scree section into Griesalp valley. It's a full day of hiking with real elevation changes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk from Murren to Rotstockhutte
- Walk over Sefinenfurgge pass
- Descent to Griesalp valley
Landmarks Rotstockhutte Sefinenfurgge Griesalp - Day 3
Griesalp to Kandersteg
This is the most challenging day of your trip. You'll be climbing almost the entire way to reach Hohturli pass at 1,370m with views that make the effort worthwhile. From there, you descend steeply past glaciers down toward Lake Oeschinensee. A cable car operation at the lake means you can skip the final steep 1-mile descent if your legs need a break.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk to Hohturli pass (1,370m)
- Descent with views of glaciers and Lake Oeschinensee
- Cable car from Oeschinensee to Kandersteg
Landmarks Hohturli Pass Lake Oeschinensee Kandersteg 
- Day 4
Kandersteg
You have the full day to yourself in Kandersteg. Rest at Hotel Blumlisalp if you need recovery time, or explore the village on your own schedule. It's a chance to recharge before heading back out on the trail.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Kandersteg village
- Relax at hotel
Landmarks Kandersteg - Day 5
Kandersteg to Adelboden
This day is less demanding than previous ones. You'll take the Allmenalp cable car to start, which saves energy early on. From there, walk toward Bunderchrinde, drop down to the valley, and then climb up to the village of Adelboden. It's a gentler day overall.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cable car to Allmenalp
- Walk towards Bunderchrinde
- Descent to valley
- Ascent to Adelboden
Landmarks Allmenalp Bunderchrinde Adelboden - Day 6
Adelboden to Lenk
Much of your walking today follows streams through forested areas, then opens up onto well-maintained alpine pastures. The terrain is easier underfoot, and you'll move through scenic meadows between valleys with snow-capped peaks visible throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk alongside streams through woodland
- Walk through alpine pastures and meadows
- Cross between valleys
Landmarks Lenk - Day 7
Lenk to Gstaad
Climb out of Lenk toward Truttlisbergpass as views get better the higher you go. Cross over the pass to reach Lauenen, then descend through a scenic gorge into Gstaad. If the final valley descent feels like too much, you can catch the bus at Lauenen instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk to Truttlisbergpass
- Cross pass from Lenk to Lauenen
- Gorge walk to Gstaad
Optional Activities
- Bus from Lauenen to Gstaad (to avoid final valley descent)
Landmarks Wallbach Valley Truttlisbergpass Lauenen Gstaad - Day 8
Departure
Take the train out of Gstaad and head back to wherever you're traveling to next. Your time in Switzerland and this Bernese Highlights walk comes to an end.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Gstaad
