Switzerland Hiking Retreat
Andermatt
23 - 27 August 2026
A 5-Day guided hiking trail and yoga retreat in central Switzerland
Journey to the source springs of Europe’s four major rivers; the Rhine, Ruess, Ticino, and Rhône over 5 days of hiking across breathtaking mountain passes, valleys, and hidden gorges. Join yoga teacher and avid hiker, Nina, on this acclaimed multi-day hike, known as the Vier Quellen-Weg. Start each day feeling energised and aligned with daily yoga and meditation sessions. Stay in 4 traditional Swiss mountain hotels. Reconnect with your essential vitality along Alpine waterways.
Anticipate a journey with…
Guided Alpine hiking
This stunning 81km route over 5days has been carefully mapped and planned. We will climb 4500m ascent gain and journey through pristine wilderness. The route follows hiking paths, and navigates around grasslands, moors, lakes, forests, rivers, mountain passes and glaciers. Each day offers different highlights, and there are even some surprise village and cheese farm visits along the way to boost spirits and energy levels!
Traditional mountain Cabins
We stay in 2 classic Swiss mountain hikers’ huts and 2 mountain hotels. Each location has been selected for its charm, authenticity and comfort. They all have a fascinating history to tell, and offer unique quirks and features. Passo San Gottardo on night 2, is a particularly historic stay - one of their buildings dates back to the 12th century!
The 4 source springs
The Vier Quellen-Weg winds and weaves across 3 cantons (Uri, Ticino and Valais), and leads us to the the sacred source springs of 4 magnificent rivers: The Rhine, Ruess, Ticino and Rhône. Some sections of this trail were once paths trodden by pilgrims and travellers in Roman times, and possibly even earlier! Each source spring has its’ own special energy!
Yoga daily for tired legs
At the break of morning, when the sunlight begins to reach over the mountain slopes, we join in meditation together, followed by a short functional movement session to limber up for the day of hiking ahead. End each afternoon with a soothing Slow Flow & Yin yoga practice, to ease tight muscles, and reset mind, body and soul in the ancient Alpine amphitheater.
Swiss food and wine
We fuel ourselves each day with a breakfast buffet. Expect fruit juice tea and coffee, freshly baked bread and pastries, cheeses, seasonal fruits and farm-fresh dairy and eggs. Dinners are inspired by hearty regional dishes, and vegetarian options are abundant. Swiss wine is renowned for its sophistication and quality - all locations have excellent wine and beer menus.
Rhône glacier & Belvédère hotel
The Vier Quellen-Weg final stage is one of the most varied and spectacular hiking days you can experience. The finalé is the Rhône Glacier, a stunning high Alpine glacier that feeds a river running through multiple EU countries. Nearby is the Belvédère Hotel, a gravity defying historic building, featured in the iconic Bond film, Goldfinger.
Your InRetreat guide
Nina integrates poetry, personal transformation and unique insights to her practice, enriching body movement with meaning. Her classes are playful, flowing and accessible to all levels, offering an inclusive space where everyone can discover their own personal edge and cultivate presence.
This retreat is for you if you:
Are fit, active and confident on your feet
Crave a complete nature immersion in protected wilderness
Are comfortable sharing dormitory space with others in hikers cabins
Are seeking a healthy challenge and want to improve fitness
Enjoy and are interested in yoga and meditation
Appreciate hearty, seasonal and simple Alpine cuisine
What you can expect:
A guided hike with days ranging from 6 - 8 hours through varied terrain.
5 days immersed in nature, with stunning scenery and cultural encounters
Accommodation in Swiss hiker’s cabins that have dormitories and hotels
A physical and mental challenge that will build character and a positive outlook
Daily basic yoga and meditation sessions with Nina
Regional, seasonal Alpine cuisine served in the cabins - simple and honest.
Booking and travel
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2 nights in Swiss mountain cabins in a dormitory room
2 nights at Swiss mountain hotels in a twin/double room
5 days guided hiking through Uri, Ticino and Valais
Breakfast daily
Dinner each night - 2 dinners in mountain cabins and 2 at restaurants
Daily guided meditation and yoga classes with Nina
Train ticket, Andermatt > Oberalppass
Private taxi van: Belvédère > Andermatt
Tourism and conservation taxes.
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All travel to/from Andermatt, Switzerland
Visas
Snacks and lunch during the day. Cabins and hotels do have a la carte menus you can purchase food from for the next day of hiking, and they do also sell snacks. If you are particular about the food you like to snack on, bring your own supplies.
Beverages
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Arrival
Fly into Zurich (ZRH).
Make your way to Andermatt train station. Use the Swiss transport company, SBB, to book your train tickets and navigate the route (their app is excellent). Nina will meet you at 10:00 in Andermatt station.
If you are travelling from outside Switzerland, it is strongly advised that you arrive in Andermatt the night before. For guests arriving the night before, ask Nina for recommendations for accommodation.
Departure
We conclude our hiking route at Bélvèdere hotel below Furka Pass. There will be a private bus shuttle waiting to take us back to Andermatt, arriving at approx 18:00.
Travel home or onwards from Andermatt train station.
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