Tours from Markus Unterfinger

Via del Sale – along the ancient trade route to the Ligurian Sea

This trade route across the Apennines was opened up by the Romans – later followed by salt traders and partisans. The 7-day hike takes you through unspoilt Italy with cucina della nonna, rural traditions and culture.

16.05.2026 – 22.05.2026

Daypack with luggage transport | Normal fitness level on good paths | Half board in hotels & alberghi | CHF 1'590 in double room | New dates on request.

Fully booked

Mystical gorge and Creux du Van at full moon

On Saturday, through the Areuse Gorge into the Val de Travers. Early on Sunday morning, under a full moon, up to the magical rock arena and sunrise over the Jura mountains – magnificent!

30.05.2026 – 31.05.2026

Moderate fitness & technique | 10 km a day, 500 m elevation gain, 4–5 hours | CHF 295.- in 4-bed room | Family price on request

Available

Colourful mountain springtime in the Urner Alps

Scenic summer hike to a remote hunting lodge in Uri. Hearty lunch available on request, and no doubt some wild stories from the lodge keeper.

Saturday | 06. June 2026

Easy leisurely hike on good paths and trails, approx. 10 km / 4.5 hours | CHF 115.- incl. cable car Intschi – Arnisee return / teens CHF 59.-

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To the hidden idyll below the Vrenelisgärtli

When the mountain spring beckons, we discover lush, flowery Alps high above the valley floor of the Linthtal. Two idyllic mountain lakes lie well hidden in the rocky flanks, surrounded by mystical legends. Take a refreshing swim.

Sunday | 14. June 2026

Pleasure hike with longer ascent | CHF 95.- excl. private journey with cable car | children from 10 to 16 years CHF 55.- | 5:30 h

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Mysterious glacial lakes in the canton of Uri

Up to six picturesque mountain lakes and past three rustic mountain huts. This two-day hike follows the play of colours in glacial lakes in remote side valleys.

20.06.2026 – 21.06.2026

Good physical condition and sure-footedness on scree | CHF 329.- incl. cable car and half board at SAC hut

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The Greina hike – rediscovering a Grisons classic

This Greina variant not only crosses the entire high valley, it also leads over a 2,700 metre high fuorcla, over firn fields and scree slopes into Val Medel. An intense contrast between alpine flower meadows and rugged rocky landscapes.

17.07.2026 – 19.07.2026

Demanding mountain hike, sure-footed on firn and scree | max. 8 people | from CHF 549.- incl. SAC huts & HP.

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Mystical mountain sagas around the campfire

Sitting around the campfire under a new moon and telling gruesome legends from the wild Glarus mountains. A dark night in a remote mountain hut. Just like in the old days, it should be spooky.

14.08.2026 – 15.08.2026

It's all about storytelling and the magic of Alpine legends | Easy ascent to the hut | Hike to Lake Klöntalersee 4.5 hours | CHF 159 for adults / CHF 69 for teens, including mountain taxi, hut, dinner and drinks

Available

further dates on request

Sunrise on top of the Flüela Schwarzhorn

The Flüela Schwarzhorn is a fantastic mountain with spectacular views. At sunrise, the panoramic view stretches from the Silvretta to the Dolomites, across the Grisons to the Valais Alps. An unforgettable experience in pastel colours.

26.09.2026 – 27.09.2026

Sure-footed mountain hiking on scree paths | CHF 339.- including hut and half board, teens CHF 169.- | SAC members receive a discount

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