Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: Experience the Extraordinary

4.9
(30 reviews)
Zermatt, Switzerland

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 2 more

Some experiences stay with you forever. Standing at 3,883 metres, surrounded by the spectacular peaks and glaciers of the Swiss Alps, is one of them.

Your adventure begins in Zermatt, where your guide takes you on an unforgettable cable car journey towards Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. Watch the landscape transform as you rise above Alpine forests, rugged mountains and shimmering glaciers into a breathtaking world of ice and rock.

At Europe's highest mountain station, enjoy extraordinary panoramic views, discover the fascinating Glacier Palace and experience the thrill of standing high above the valleys below. Take in the scenery, capture unforgettable moments and feel the incredible beauty of the high Alps.

Back in Zermatt, your adventure can continue with an optional one-hour guided walk through the charming car-free village.

More than a mountain excursion – a Swiss Highlights experience that takes you to extraordinary heights.

What's Included

Admission to the Glacier Palace
Round-trip cable car tickets from Zermatt to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Professional English-speaking local guide
Guided experience throughout the mountain excursion
Visit to the panoramic viewing platform
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Optional one-hour guided Zermatt Village Walk
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Zermatt Tourist Information Center

Tourguide will await in front of the entrance of the tourist information center Zermatt (next to the Zermatt railway station). Please note, that the staff from the tourist center does NOT represent our company.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Zermatt Tourist Information Center

    Meet your guide in Zermatt and begin your Alpine adventure. Enjoy a short walk through the car-free village or take the local electric bus to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise cable car station, where your journey into the high Alps begins.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Zermatt Bergbahnen

    Leave Zermatt behind as you rise into a spectacular world of Alpine peaks and glaciers. Enjoy breathtaking views from the cable car as the landscape transforms from green mountain slopes to dramatic high-altitude scenery on your way to Trockener Steg.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Take a moment at Trockener Steg to adjust to the altitude and admire the extraordinary mountain scenery. Surrounded by rugged peaks and glaciers, this is the perfect place to prepare for the final ascent to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

    The adventure reaches new heights as you board the final cable car to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. Glide above a breathtaking landscape of snow, ice and towering peaks before arriving at Europe's highest mountain station, 3,883 metres above sea level.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

    Step into the Cinema Lounge and experience the fascinating world of the Matterhorn through impressive film sequences. Discover the beauty, power and atmosphere of the surrounding Alpine landscape from a different perspective.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

    Feel on top of the world as you step onto the panoramic viewing platform. Take in extraordinary views across a sea of Alpine peaks and glaciers stretching towards the horizon. A breathtaking moment and the perfect opportunity to capture unforgettable photographs.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

    Enter a fascinating world beneath the glacier's surface. Walk through shimmering ice tunnels, admire beautiful ice sculptures and experience the extraordinary atmosphere of the Glacier Palace – a truly unique highlight of your Alpine adventure.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Zermatt Bergbahnen

    Enjoy the scenic cable car journey back down to Zermatt, with one last opportunity to admire the magnificent Alpine landscape. Your guided Swiss Highlights experience ends in Zermatt, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the high Alps.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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