Top Switzerland Classes & Workshops

Get a real taste of Swiss food with a cooking class in Kriens at the restaurant of Marco, a professional local chef. You’ll enjoy a hands-on, private cooking class with one of the restaurant’s pastry chefs, and learn about authentic Swiss cuisine as you cook. Food aside, the restaurant’s ambience is another highlight, with warm lighting, handmade dining tables, and quirky décor aplenty.

Book a half-day private ski lesson in Zermatt, and increase your confidence on the slopes as you hone your technique. With an instructor focused just on you, you’ll get a lesson that’s tailored to your needs for faster improvement and a fun experience. All ages and abilities are welcome.

We will introduce you to a new generation of chocolate makers and you will learn from them the secrets of the bean-to-bar chocolate making! Apart from having a lot of fun while making your own chocolates, we will also discover what it means to produce chocolate in an ethical way. Bean-to-bar model assures the transparent supply chain and fair payment for the cocoa farms. Every ingredient is chosen with great care to create unique taste experience.

Take a break from city sightseeing and discover a local’s perspective of the city in this private painting masterclass on Lake Geneva. Put paintbrush to paper under the guidance of a professional and try your hand at depicting one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, Jet D'eau. Receive personalized tips and recommendations from your private teacher and take your work home as a memento of your visit.

Ascend to the dizzying summit of Mt. Stanserhorn on a full-day coach tour of the Swiss Alps from Zurich. Travel through stunning Swiss countryside to the picturesque city of Lucerne. Take a traditional funicular railway car in Stans and summon your courage for an open-air gondola ride to the highest point of Mt. Stanserhorn. Absorb incredible Alpine panoramas and opt to enjoy a unique dining experience in a rotating restaurant (own expense).

Float high over the Swiss Alps on this paragliding adventure from Lauterbrunnen. A perfect experience for beginners—you can have peace of mind as you fly tandem with an experienced pilot to take the lead. During your flight, soar over the alpine landscape of the Schilthorn and the Lauterbrunnen U-Valley. No experience is necessary; participants of all abilities are welcome.

Paraglide above the Swiss Alp peaks on a tandem flight with transport from Interlaken. At the launch spot in Beatenberg, listen to a safety talk with a small group of no more than 10 people, and then take off with a guide. Gaze down at Lake Thun and the snowy summits of the Jungfrau as you soar above the alpine landscape; the views are as breathtaking as the flight.

Whether you’re short on time or simply wish to view the Swiss Alps from the water, this yacht cruise on Lake Lucerne is an ideal solution. Relax on the main or upper deck of the spacious 161-foot (49-meter) vessel while you listen to commentary about the majestic sights via an app on your smartphone. Also, benefit from the perk of having an onboard bar as well as Wi-Fi available.

Experience Mount Titlis’ dramatic summit on a full-day excursion from Zurich. First, explore Old Town Lucerne on a short orientation drive through the city and then explore independently. Travel to Engelberg, a resort cradled by the Swiss Alps, and ascend to the summit of Mount Titlis for breathtaking Alpine vistas. Take a chairlift to get up close to frozen crevices, and cross Europe’s highest suspension bridge. During winter, upgrade to include a skiing option.

Take a chocolate walking tour of Zurich, and let your sweet tooth lead the way around the city’s artisan confectioners and chocolate producers. With a guide at your side, you’ll sample the signature Zurich sweet of Luxemburgerli, along with pralines and Champagne truffles. Learn about Swiss chocolate in the city, and check out some of the city’s landmarks such as the Grossmünster Church and Lindenhof.

Ride an aerial cableway from the Alpine village of Engelberg to the summit of Mt Titlis on this afternoon tour from Lucerne. Then squeeze in as many snow-themed attractions as you can during approximately two hours of free time at the top. Your guided day trip includes snow tubing at Titlis Glacier Park plus admission to the Glacier Cave, Ice Flyer chairlift, Titlis Rotair gondola and Cliff Walk — Europe’s highest suspension bridge. What are you waiting for?

Ascending Mt. Pilatus, Lucerne's landmark mountain, is a must-do when you are in the Lake Lucerne region. For maximum flexibility, choose between a cogwheel railway ride from Alpnachstad, or a combination of a gondola and an aerial cableway from Kriens.Then, enjoy spectacular views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps that you don’t see otherwise from 6,995 feet (2,132 meters) above sea level.

Experience Zermatt like a true Swiss skier in this full-day private class, with hotel pickup and drop-off included to optimize your time on the slopes. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your expert guide to find the best runs, après bars, and lunch locations for you, and receive personalized instruction and supervision as you ascend the snowy pistes together.

Awaken your sweet tooth in this city filled with freshly made chocolates with no additives. In this tour, you’ll be blown away by the historical significance of the development of the Swiss chocolate industry and understand how Switzerland was able to gain a spot on the list of the best chocolates in the world. To fully appreciate the detailed process of chocolate making, taste some mouthwatering truffles, hand-scooped dark chocolate, or chocolate almonds.

Get more out of your time on the slopes in Zermatt, and opt for a private ski lesson with a professional instructor. You’ll skip the chaos of a larger group class with varying abilities, and have the sole focus on you. The lesson is suitable for all levels, and aims to help you improve your confidence and technique in just three hours.

Spend a day on the slopes on this private skiing adventure for up to 10 people, which includes pickup from your hotel or chalet in Zermatt. Head out to the Matterhorn with an instructor who knows just where to go and spend the day enjoying the powder at your leisure.

WINTER EDITION On this trip: We're gonna have a traditional Swiss meal - CHEESE FONDUE for lunch. As a tour guide, I'll tell you stories about the area and you will get tips on what to see in the next days. We're gonna have amazing fun on a sledding safari (around 1,5h). I'll explain to you how to safely steer the sled with some sledding techniques. They can be fast! Our sled run is long and perfect for beginners, and children, but also for those who like a bit of speed. So it's FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. It's a very fun way to discover the true beauty of Swiss landscapes. Later we'll stop in a scenic spot to start our culinary experience - SWISS CHEESE FONDUE on the slopes. Our tour will end in Holenstein station as it's easy to return to Grindelwald or Lauterbrunnen. Now that you are confirmed sledgers, you can go down this route again or take a faster run. Bad weather? It can be done in different conditions. Route and meeting point may change.

Improve your confidence on the snow with a private ski lesson. Enjoy a lesson on your own or with your group. Lessons can be planned to suit your specific requirements and level. Before long, you will be practicing your new tricks on skis as you zip through the Sunnegga ski area.

Master your first turns on the snow in Switzerland’s Jungfrau region on this 12-hour beginners’ ski trip from Zurich. Enjoy panoramic views over the Jungfrau’s peaks and valleys on route to the ski resort of Grindelwald. Collect your ski kit at the hire shop on arrival, then head to the Bodmi beginners’ area with a qualified instructor. During your 2.5-hour class, master the correct ski technique and enjoy making your first linked turns on the snow. Explore Grindelwald at your leisure during free time, then return in comfort to Zurich.

Our activity seamlessly blends storytelling, craftsmanship, and experiential learning, making it a truly unique and unforgettable voyage through the heart and soul of Swiss watchmaking.✨ Starting at the iconic Bahnhofstrasse, you're not only immersed in Zurich's rich history but also its deep-rooted connection to the world of horology. As we venture to Zurichberg, the experience becomes even more immersive. In a serene watchmaker atelier, a master watchmaker will unveil the secrets behind the intricate artistry of mechanical watchmaking, providing insights few have the privilege to hear. Here, you'll gain a hands-on experience and understand how a watch works and qualities that determine a watch's value. By the journey's end, you'll have not only learned the tales and techniques of Swiss watchmaking but will have lived them. And to commemorate this experience, choose your preferred Vintage Swatch from the atelier's collection.

This venue is quite unique located in the MiY MakerSpace which is a collaborative technology space on boulevard de Pérolles, in Fribourg. It is situated about 300m from the central train station. This creative space designed for prototyping, technical training, design, research, art… is open to everyone aged 5 to 95, whether they are handymen, coders, inventors, simply curious people or big dreamers. Making t-shirts is just one of the possible activities for family activities or during vacations!

Experience the thrill of the slopes in Switzerland’s Jungfrau region on this 10-hour beginners’ ski trip from Lucerne. Travel to the iconic Swiss ski resort of Grindelwald and admire fine views over the Jungfrau’s peaks and valleys. On arrival, pick up your ski kit and hit the gentle terrain of Bodmi with a qualified instructor. During your 2.5-hour class, master the correct ski technique and enjoy making your first linked turns on the snow. Explore Grindelwald at your leisure during free time, then return in comfort to Lucerne.

Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, maintaining a fitness regime can be hard—and, with gym memberships targeting locals, expensive. Enjoy a big step up from the hotel gym with this premium fitness pass that gives you access to almost 90 regular and premier gyms and studios, offering around 1,000 daily classes across Zurich. You could save up to 70% on the regular (non-member) prices.