Tours from Markus Unterfinger

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.

Fully booked

further dates on request

The Fessis Seeli – crystal-clear mountain lakes in the Glarus region

A beautiful lake plateau with views of the snow peaks around. Take the cable car up and down – and in between, enjoy five hours of mountain hiking across lush alpine meadows and swimming in mountain lakes.

Saturday | 08. August 2026

An easy, enjoyable walk on well-maintained paths | CHF 99.00 including return cable car ticket from Ennenda to Äugsten | Teens CHF 59.00

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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 129 for adults / CHF 49 for teens, including mountain taxi, hut, dinner and drinks

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The haymakers world: from Lake Seewli to Schächental valley

A stunning autumn hike through the remote pastures of the Urner haymakers. An overnight stay in an alpine hut beside Lake Seewli and an ascent to the Hoch Fulen. And strange tales about the Urner haymakers.

05.09.2026 – 06.09.2026

A challenging mountain hike along steep but safe paths | From CHF 339.00, including half-board at an alpine hut and two cable car rides.

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Literary Walks in Ticino: Migration, Refuge & Identity

Easy hikes following the footsteps of authors like Aline Valangin to Max Frisch in the Onsernone Valley. Escape and vanishing point, retreat or a new beginning? Good knowledge of German is required.

11.09.2026 – 13.09.2026

Literary walks exploring timeless themes | CHF 270.00 in a double room at Palazzo Gamboni | Limited number of places.

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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.

27.09.2026 – 28.09.2026

Sure-footed mountain hiking on scree paths | CHF 339.- including hut and half board, teens CHF 139.- | SAC members receive a discount

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From «Little Tibet» to the Valley of the Deer

The magical Lai da Rims are situated on a vast plateau in the border region with Italy. This tour is characterised by contrasting landscapes, deserted moon-like scenery, spectacular views and wildlife spotting in the national park.

01.10.2026 – 04.10.2026

Challenging mountain hiking, sure-footed | Early bird rate CHF 669 including half board in 2 huts & hotel in a 2-bed room | Double room with shower available on request | max. 6 people

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A winter fairy tale at the end of the year in Val Sinestra

Between Christmas and New Year's Eve, enjoy three days of pure relaxation in a winter wonderland. Easy snowshoe tours, evening sauna with cooling off in powder snow and excellent cuisine at the rustic Berggasthof Zuort – a Swiss Historic Hotel in no man's land.

26.12.2026 – 28.12.2026

Min. 4 participants, max. 10 | Room for 4 incl. 4-course dinner CHF 680.- pP | Double room incl. half board from CHF 740.- pP

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The not too famous Grisons Haute Route on snowshoes

This magnificent snowshoe tour takes you through the vast high valleys of Davos and to the Grialetsch and Kesch huts. For experienced snowshoe enthusiasts who want to discover the alpine winter above the tree line.

26.02.2027 – 28.02.2027

CHF 579.00 incl. overnight stay & half board at two SAC huts | Long daily stages | SAC members receive a CHF 28 discount | Max. 5 people

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Magnificent italian snowshoe dreams at Easter

4 days in Val Dosdè & Val Viola south of Livigno. A fantastic area for snowshoe tours and still relatively unknown. 3 nights at Rif. Federico with Italian hospitality and excellent cuisine.

26.03.2027 – 29.03.2027

Leisurely hikes on easy terrain | Half-board at Rif. Federico and in cosy Italian mountain huts | Price from CHF 799 for 4 days

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

This trade route across the Apennines was established by the Romans – followed by salt traders, smugglers and partisans. The 8-day hike takes you to a traditional Italy, offering excellent «Cucina della Nonna» and orchids by the wayside.

15.05.2027 – 22.05.2027

Daypack & luggage transport | Normal fitness level on good paths | 7 nights in hotels & alberghi with half board | CHF 1'690 in a twin room | Single room on request.

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Watching the sunrise at the legendary Creux du Van

Blue trout from the Areuse, venison fillet with morel sauce and an early Sunday morning hike under a full moon up to the magical rock arena to watch the sun rise over the Jura mountains – a culinary journey in pastel shades.

19.06.2027 – 20.06.2027

Standard fitness & technique | ca. 10 km, 600 m elevation gain, 4:30 h | from CHF 259 in a 4-bed room / family rates on request

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