My Way® Alpine Europe in 12 Days

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful time! We took our 12 year old granddaughter along and she really enjoyed the experience. It was all we had hoped for in a visit to one of the more scenic parts of Europe.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mont Blanc. Going up to the Aguille du Midi and taking a long hike afterwards. What a beautiful Alpine experience. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was the perfect trip for our active family, we love hiking and the great outdoirs. We loved the opportunity to travel with a group but also hike at our own pace and level of intensity

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Murren- staying cliffside allowed us to really enjoy the hiking and stay ahead of the crowds visiting from the valley"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had a great time on the trip. I really appreciate the my way tour format and loved the alps

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going up to the aiguille du midi on a clear morning "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was really great!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved Fussen and Chamonix!! Plus the amazing people and tour guide!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved the My Way tour format. I would definitely be interested in more My Way tours in the future.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Taking the cable car to Murren and realizing that this beautiful place would be our home for the next three nights."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

well planned itinerary allows me to relax while also ticking off bucket list items and more

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Top of Mount Blanc"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Love the different locations and our tour manager,Laurel, was awesome at making suggestions on activities

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The cows, everywhere we hiked and their bells"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my 17th Rick Steve’s Europe tour & my 4th My Way Alpine tour. As an older single traveler I like the security of a group experience. Great guides or tour managers have enhanced each of my tours.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing more waterfalls than I had ever seen before in Lauterbrunnen Valley due to some recent rain in the area. A definent WOW moment."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We love the "My Way" tours because we get to all the places we want to be, and can do whatever we like when we get there. Having the lodging and transportation taken care of is convenient and less stressful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Lauterbrunnen Valley!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide, Don C. , was outstanding!!! The tour went as planned, the bus driver’s driving was safe and efficient,

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Bolzano’s witches trail. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Don and Agustin were excellent: just the right amount of information insight and help to make our Alps My Way trip an epic vacation.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Crossing the first platform on the glacier panorama gondola ride into Italy. I'm still trying to wrap my head around that!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had the best tour guide, Don, which made our experience exceptional. He was available every morning and evening to consult with and he is very knowledgeable about the local trails at each location where we traveled too. He also was instrumental in making everyone feel comfortable during the entire tour as well as creating the opportunity to quickly get acquainted with our fellow tourists. It was the best Rick Steves tour that we have experienced to date as this was our fourth trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The first walk on a trail at the Italian Alps. It was breath taking!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a great time on our first My Way trip. The combination of beautiful sites and scenery, an outstanding tour manager and a wonderful group of people to travel with made this trip a winner and we are so happy that we did it. Highly recommend!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many wows on this trip! For us, I would say that seeing the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau from Schilthorn was a highlight as well as hiking in the Alpe di Siusi as a close second. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We didn’t know whether a My Way tour would be a letdown from previous Rick Steves tours. IT WASN’T!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Taking gondolas to the top of Europe: Zugspitze, Jungfrau and Aguille du Midi"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Beautiful mountains, enchanting hotels, local breakfast, fun like minded people

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Taking the gondola to Mürren and sawing the mountains above and the valley below"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Axel was an awesome tour manager ~ good humoured, patient, informative, generous with his time and guidance, and punctual. Our group was easy going and respectful, and meshed nicely, making it fun. On a different note, I can’t say that all of our rooms were pleasant, but they were all adequate, and some a delight!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seizer Alm & Aiguille du Midi! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The scenery was consistently jaw-dropping, the accommodations very comfortable and quaint, and the opportunities to explore “our own way” plentiful and wonderful. Axel was the perfect tour manager, so knowledgeable, so generous with his time, so gracious and so patient with all the questions!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I think seeing Kastelruth and Seiser Alm in full glory - gorgeous weather, thousands of acres of wildflowers, spectacular vistas, colorful townspeople, ample dining opportunities - all conspired to make Kastelruth a highlight. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

What a great experience! The people were great. Our tour manager was SO helpful and fun. The places we stayed and experiences we had - all just amazing. I really like the MY Way tour and the Alps are spectacular!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many. Hard to say but for me, Lauterbrunnen valley. The town was just the right size - quaint but with all the amenities. The waterfalls spectacular especially when lit up at night. watching parasailers and BASE jumpers. Going up to more quaint towns part way up the mountains. I mean my biggest WOW was the snow top mountains but Lauterbrunnen was another pinch me moment kind of place"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our guide, Brian Swanson was excellent. He was very informative and knowledgeable about the areas we went to. He was kind and funny and engaging. There to help every step of the way. He also made the bus rides enjoyable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Everything about the Swiss Alps was amazing."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The locations, accommodations, recommended activities, bus, bus driver and especially our tour guide Brian were all outstanding. This was my 5th Rick Steve's tour and by far my favorite!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our wow moment was hiking the switch back trails to the ridgeline of Alpe de Suisse. The views were astounding!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First My Way tour and it was perfect for this itinerary! Brian was a fantastic tour leader - great organizer, wickedly good sense of humor, full of great information and ideas. Accommodations were excellent in quality and location. Highly recommend this tour!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Paragliding in the Lauterbrunnen valley!!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Always a great experience on a Rick Steves trip. The accommodations , hotels , organization were spot on. They put you in great locations, hard not to enjoy your sites and overall experience's.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Even though we been there before, the Switzerland experience , to me is the best. In my opinion it does not get any better than that ! The views will be forever lasting. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Great locations. Fun group of people. We had Larby, the greatest bus driver again. Loved the hotels because they are right in the heart of the towns. Brian Swanson, our “escort”, was very helpful. He touched base frequently before and after each days events. I like the community rooms in several of the hotels because our group could gather and chat, snack, watch the Euros or play a game.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Alpe di Siusi was my “wow” of Italy. Some beautiful and peaceful. We completed the Panoramic Hike plus the little extra uphill parts. I enjoyed biking in Füssen to the castles. My “wow” was the ride up and the walk up to Neuschwanstein. Switzerland “wow” was the peaceful North Face hike, where you can hear people talking but they are floating by in a paraglider. Just so many beautiful places! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Exceeded all expectations. The flexibility a “my way” tour provides coupled with having the hotel/transportation handled made for a perfect vacation. Every one of the wonderful people we traveled with had a unique experience in each location that we shared over drinks at the end of the day. Our absolutely AMAZING tour manager Brian Swanson got to know each of us and made recommendations for activities/sights/meals based on our individual preferences. Brian made a great vacation even better

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Drinking from a natural spring and eating wild strawberries during a rafting trip down the Arve river in Chamonix "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was fantastic and Brian was an amazing, well-organized guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking the floor of Lauterbrunnen Valley and seeing Trummelbach Falls."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Itinerary traveling through the Alps was good and well planned. Our tour guide, Brian, was knowledgeable, available, helpful, and kind. Scenery was spectacular. Tour mates were fun and interesting.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The mountains; beautiful, tall, rugged, green🗻🏔️🏞️"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was an absolutely fantastic trip! Traveling by bus really allows you to see a lot more of the surrounding area. Seeing five different cities in two weeks is a really incredible experience, and it really kept every day new and interesting. The whole trip offers a range of activities from hiking the tallest mountain to relaxing on a hotel balcony and enjoying the breath-taking views.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite "wow" moment from the entire tour was walking out on our balcony at Hotel Regina in Wengen, Switzerland on a clear, sunny day and seeing the Eiger, Monk, and Jungfrau directly in front of us. We also could see four large waterfalls in the valley from the same spot. This view captivated us all so much that we took pictures nearly every time we looked out of the window. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves tour and experience. We chose it because we loved the idea of touring and hiking in the Alps with the advantage of ground transportation and hotels arranged for us. Bonus point for this tour: making our own plans for the day, but having a knowledgable and friendly expert tour manager to help with insights and questions was fantastic. Laurel was amazing!! Second bonus: really fun people to share the tour with. We made new lifetime friends and loved it.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite "wow" moment, there many, was the entire time in the Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland area. I loved going up to Schilthorn and having an early brunch at the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant and taking in the stunning views. The thrill walk in Birg was exciting and the downhill hiking through Gimmelwald to Murren was gorgeous. The views from the room balconies at Hotel Regina in Wengen were stunning - we ate there just to take in the views as long as possible."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

It was all about the scenery and the scenery was magnificent - when we could see it. The trip was a bit rushed, changing towns a bit too often. All of our travel companions were very nice. Laurel was cheerful and helpful and the bus driver was great!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The scenery was beautiful and not just the peaks, but all the lush green hillsides and valleys and waterfalls. the beautiful scenery continued during our bus rides."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This Alpine adventure will forever be remembered by our family of 5 adults as incredible, wonderful & magical. Tour guide, Laural, was fantastic! Shared tons of knowledge about upcoming stops & tidbits to save us time/ $, answered ALL Q's. Full of joy & laughter making whole experience brighter & happy even when mountains weren't visible due 2 weather or unexpected traffic jam came along. Laural & driver, Franky, worked very well together. Felt like our entire group was family. LOVED it all!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Wengen, Switzerland! My life will forever be changed by the views of those grandAlpine mountains in that idyllic mountain village. The scenery leading into Switzerland was also stunning. Having a balcony that you could sit and gaze upon the mountains and hear the almost silent atmosphere was one of the best moments in my life. Hotel Regina was amazing! All the breakfasts at every hotel were wonderful with excellent service. The beautiful scenery along the bus route also took our breath away !"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first "my way" tour, and it exceeded all expectations. The convenience of the travel, the chosen locations to visit, the benefit of a tour guide, and the group camaraderie made it all so memorable. Having a bus made it possible for us to sit back and enjoy all the scenery of the 5 countries we visited.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite moment was renting e-bikes in Fussen, Germany, and riding the 20 mile trail around the lake Forggensee. Our ride was full of incredible scenery of the 2 castles (Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein), beautiful farmland and the lake. It was really magical."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My overall tour experience was wonderful! Laurel was a great tour guide. She gave us helpful information but did not give us to many items to consider.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite "wow" moment on the tour was when we went to the Wagen. Our view from our hotel was amazing! I loved Hotel Regina the best. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was great! We enjoyed all the locations and very much enjoyed our tour guide, and fellow tour members. We would even consider doing this same tour again.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The awe-inspiring views of the Alps"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first RS tour (first tour of any kind) and it was incredible! I truly appreciated our helpful and fun tour manager Laurel and our great bus driver Frankie. Each place we visited was better than the last. Even with initially disappointing weather for hiking in the Dolomites, it turned out to be a memorable day, and the mountains came out of the clouds while we were on our hike! We had a great group of people on our tour which only made the entire experience even better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many! A very moving recital by extremely talented students at the Mozarteum University in Salzburg, riding E Bikes through the countryside near Fussen, the absolutely awe inspiring view from our balcony in Wengen, the North Face hike near Mürren, and the indescribable views at the top of the Aiguiille du Midi. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fantastic in every way. I was not all that familiar with some of the places we ended up staying but after visiting I understood why they had been chosen as each destination offered great experiences. Our tour manager Laurel was fantastic as well as the other travelers on the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"When we checked into our hotel in Wengen, Switzerland and got to our room I stepped outside on the balcony to one of the most awe inspiring views in the world of the Alps and the Lauterbrunnen Valley. I've never had that kind of a view from any place I've ever stayed in my life."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a wonderfully enjoyable Alpine adventure tour beginning in lovely Salzburg with incredible lifts, trains and gondola rides to picturesque mountain peaks and amazingly scenic hiking. We had a truly great experience!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were a few “wow” moments, but one was when we reached our hotel Staubbach in the Lauterbrunnen Valley and walked into our room with a balcony overlooking the beautiful Staubbach waterfall, and another special moment was when we took three lifts and a train to the top of the Schilthorn at about 10,000 feet on a gorgeous sunny day. It was absolutely breathtaking."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I was impressed with the quality of the tour. I was apprehensive about the time on the bus but was pleasantly surprised. The time went by fast due the big windows on our roomy bus allowed us to enjoy the scenery, and that the tour manager used this time to give us tips on our My Way tour and to answer questions we had regarding the activities we had planned. Our rest stops were also opportunities to grab a coffee, meal and to shop for souvenirs. The hotels were excellent with great breakfasts.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My “wow” moment(s) was a two parter in the Lauterbrunnen valley in Switzerland. Seeing the Staubbach Falls for the first time was a thrill! The topper was our epic hike on the North Face trail above the valley. My companion and I accidentally met up with some other members of the tour (who lent us hiking sticks) and we enjoyed this Alpine hike in which the wildflower filled scenery was so beautiful it didn’t look real. Not only was this a tour “wow” moment, it was a lifetime “wow” moment."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Enjoyed it very much, we were lucky on weather. A lot of what we saw, went, did was somewhat dependent on the weather as to how much we got out of it and how much we enjoyed it

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Schlitlehorn"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Well this was our very first tour. And, I must say Gretchen, was amazing. She was patient beyond belief. Kind and knowledgeable n extremely helpful. We loved her. I’m from New York n not easily impressed bt, she was awesome.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many! Hard to say. We were blessed w great weather. I would hafta say, the Swiss Alps. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Being my first tour that I’ve taken it went well beyond my expectations. It was nice having the logistics taken care of but still allowed me the freedom to decide what I wanted to do at each location.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Beautiful wildflowers and views on the 3 Sisters hike in the Italian Dolomites."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I thought the trip was well organized and couldn’t have gone better. We had a wonderful time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Dolomites and Switzerland. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall experience was outstanding. We went on three fabulous hikes in beautiful surroundings. The My Way format allowed for great flexibility. Great tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The snowy peaks seen from the North Face Trail (above Mürren) contrasting with the green fields covered with wild flowers."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The My Way Alpine Tour was a perfect combination of efficiency of planning and doing things on your own. We had the opportunity to meet new people, set our own daily schedule, see gorgeous places, eat fabulous food and hike with cows.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking the Trail of the Witches in the Dolomites was just spectacular. There was a smattering of snow on the ground, there were cows with cowbells grazing, tons of wildflowers- each new view of the mountains more beautiful than the last. However I could just as easily have chosen Ötsi the Iceman or the Lauterbrunnen Valley."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

In one word, Magical. The Alpine My Way tour itinerary is amazing, 5 countries all circling the Alps! Wow! Nirvana. It was well curated, with daily schedule and suggestions for activities. Our Trip leader, Gretchen, was so upbeat and positive; always prepared us for each day and made herself available for questions or suggestions. BRAVO!. The hotels were perfectly located, convenient, not fancy but clean, comfortable, friendly all with terrific breakfasts. Lauterbrunnen - my Happy Place

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The mountain views on the Witches Hike in the Dolomites made my body tingle from head to toes, a pulsing series of pinch me moments. Enjoying lunch on the deck of the Arnika Hutte -I imagined I was in a Rick Steves video and people we watching us on TV wishing they could be there. The mountain scenery, the blossoming meadow flowers, all of the Lauterbrunnen mountain landscape. WOW moments every time I turned a bend. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband and I were extremely satisfied with all aspects of our trip through the Alps. Gregoire was very knowledgeable, patient, and friendly as he presented, and then further explained options as we planned for each new stop along the way. He answered questions each individual group member had about these options, and he also gave advice for what he thought each of us might enjoy the most. This was a wonderful and memorable trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The natural beauty we found in the Lauterbrunnen Valley was beyond anything we could have imagined. Words can't describe the feelings we had when hiking in this absolutely spectacular area!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was fantastic! Gregoire was helpful and available when needed. The hotels were located in perfect locations. The bus driver was competent, funny and helpful. .

Favorite "WOW" moment

"When we had a sunny day in Lauterbrunnen valley, and could see the Eiger snd Jungrau."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

My Way is a great way to take the hassle out of arranging transportation and hotels, freeing me up to enjoy the "goodies"- the mountains, cities, company of fellow travelers, etc.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too difficult to pick one, but Trummelbach Falls was cool."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was great- saw all that I wanted to. Fantastic guide and seamless transitions.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen valley , Mozart concert we booked ahead of time in Salzburg "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Tour leader was excellent. A great way to experience much of the Alps! Hotels very average and some rooms very small.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Experiencing the top of Europe at the Jungfrau. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This was a wonderful tour! Great tour guide -Gregoire he provded us with enough information to plan our time on our own. Good hotels centrally located and clean. We were able to see places we never would have gone to before.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Alpe di Siusi and the Lauterbrunnen -Swiss Alps. We enjoyed lunch in the picturesque mountain hamlet of Gimmelwald. Mozart concert in Saltzburg was wonderful. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The My Way format for the trip was perfect for us. We could challenge ourselves with a good deal of hiking or biking one day and relax and enjoy the shops and restaurants of a special town on another.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking the North Face trail near Murren, Switzerland. How many times can you say ‘Wow’ on one hike?"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The locations stand on their own as some of the most amazing places in the world. I loved each one. I really appreciated the structure of the RS "My Way" tour - to take care of the logistics of transportation and lodging, and thus allow us to just enjoy each location in the ways that most appealed to us. I enjoyed the interactions with the small group of like-minded travelers and there was more "connection" between us than I expected. Our trip leader, Gregoire, was outstanding.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Jungfraujoch. It was really amazing to be surrounded by the highest peaks and glaciers."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall, this tour is fantastic! We loved the locations we visited. This was a wonderful introduction to the Alps. It gave us ideas of where we would like to return and spend additional time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"One of our "wow" moments was the day we went up to Aiguille du Midi to view Mt. Blanc. The experience being with the Alpinists and watching their descent was amazing. We had a beautiful clear day! Another "wow" moment was hiking in the Lauterbrunnen Valley with mountains all around us, going from village to village and experiencing the abundance of wildflowers. Specifically, we loved the Apple Strudel and North Face Trails."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Perfect

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Crocuses blooming next to snow patches above Wengen and gentians in Alpe di Suisi meadows."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour guidance and planning was outstanding.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The people on the trip and the Alpe de Suisse in Bolzano Italy."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Loved being able to plan our own days while getting moved place to place and helped with our amazing guide Axel. It really helped having someone to answer questions and text throughout the day if we needed info or help!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our Lauterbrunnen hotel balcony view, I cried when I saw it!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The pacing and itinerary were nicely challenging but not overwhelming; Axel our guide was top notch and we all appreciated his kindness, calm, and expertise. Peter the driver was friendly and we felt completely safe in his hands. The hotels were in a great location, but perhaps a little too humble in a couple of cases. This was my first My Way tour and I loved every minute. Fellow tour members asked how it compares to regular tours, and I have to say that I enjoy both.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The "Witches Trail" hike in the Alps de Siusi. A young man in our group from Ohio called it "life changing". I'm from Colorado and therefore live in mountains but this tour is full of such beauty that it's hard to pick out one moment. This moment stood out because we had good weather that day, unlike Switzerland which was socked in the whole time! I know this sounds silly but another favorite moment was the Fraulein Maria Bicycle Tour in Salzburg! The Mozart concert in Mirabella Palace too!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Axel was the best!! Always working so that we had the most up to date information. Plenty of room on travel days.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Scenery was incredible!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This was our first tour, and we had a great time. Our tour guide, Axel was excellent and the other tour members were very pleasant to travel with. We really appreciated the "My Way" aspect of the tour allowing us to pick what we were most interested in seeing and doing. The bus drive from each site provided beautiful scenery as well as time to prepare to do at the next stop. Only reason for not rating this trip as outstanding was the hotels, while advertised as 3 star were a bit disappointing.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The beauty of most everything we saw, from the architecture of the old cities we visited to the majestic Alps up close and personal. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This “Alpine My Way” tour fit our expectations well. Will participate in another one when possible. Great overview of this region and gave us ideas of where to spend more time on another visit to specific areas of the Alps.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Chamonix Midi gondola and journey to Courmayeur, Italy. The glacier fields were spectacular."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Axel our tour manager did a great job of helping us get the most from our trip.

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves tour and we couldn't have loved it more! We've been to Europe a few times now, some where the entire tour was planned, some where we planned the entire trip ourselves, so we were excited to try an inbetween with this MyWay tour! All of the locations were amazing, Axel was the best tour manager we've ever had, and the group size was perfect!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The witches trail hike in Alpe di Siusi was one of our favorite moments, it was such a beautiful hike!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first RS Tour. The group situation was a big bonus as all the tour members were outgoing or easygoing, friendly and willing to help and share. The weather for our trip was terrible and although we were all disappointed, no one dwelt on what we could not change and we all made the best of it. All arrangements went smoothly and our guide made everyone feel welcome, part of the group, and he made it all work. The guide did much more for us than I was expecting before the trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The hike in and around Gimmelwald -- the photos I have showing the green meadows contrasted with the stark sno covered Eiger and JungFrau are worthy of the label spectacular -- and I felt awed while I was there in the Lauterbrunnen valley."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

The tour delivered well. The hotels were nice, the ability to see multiple outstanding locations among the Alps made it unique. I would say that two days in most destinations was not enough to take in all there was to see and do.Three days in each would be better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Lauterbrunnen Valley is incomparable. It is the most beautiful place I've ever seen. Both from the valley floor and from high up in the mountains. It is simply stunning."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I really enjoyed this My Way tour of the Alps. It was great to be able to plan and do what I was interested in and able to do. Our tour guide Brian was exceptional in his knowledge, helpful advice and was just fun to be around! He more then met my expectations for the trip!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite “wow” moment was seeing the incredible views as I hiked the alps. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Unfortunately weather did not cooperate.....but when the clouds parted it was gorgeous.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The fabulous fields of wildflowers. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I throughly enjoyed our time in the Dolomites and Lauterbrunnen Valley. The hotels were terrific and the scenery and overall experience terrific. Only wish we could have stayed longer."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide did a great job of getting us prepped for each location and helping us get to know each other. The hotels were nice and the bus and driver were great. The scenery was spectacular.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Two wow moments- when the fog and cloud lifted during our hike in Castleroot and we could suddenly see the alps and the day the skies cleared in Switzerland and we took the gondola up to Mount Shilthorn for amazing views."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Every day was wonderful. Nice balance of time with our group and guide and time to ourselves. Gretchen was such a pro, giving us tips and information about our next destination as we rode in our exceptionally nice bus. The unexpected stops we made in route turned out to be some of my favorite memories, especially Ehrenberg Castle and the chance to walk across the suspension bridge, Highline 179. Huge highlight!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"After a beautiful walk from Murren to Gimmelwald we met several of our new friends from the tour for dinner at the Pension Gimmelwald Restaurant. It wasn’t as much about the food as it was the cozy, low-key atmosphere. Great dark beer and friendly service. The restaurant felt like authentic Switzerland, giving us a wonderfully relaxed evening. Perfect way to spend time getting to know our new friends and having lots of laughs."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide Gretchen was amazing and very helpful. She was truly passionate about every stop on the tour and shared that passion with us all. The hotels were great. Our group all got along well. We have future travel friends for sure. I have never seen anything like the Alps. Amazingly beautiful. 10 out of 10!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Lauterbrunnen Valley was the most beautiful place I have ever seen. It was better than I could have imagined. I was able to parasail through the valley which was the event of a lifetime. The only thing on the trip I would have changed is to have one more day in Lauterbrunnen. There just wasn’t enough time to see it all. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was exceptional from our tour guide, hotels, bus driver, our group that quickly became friends, and the locations we visited!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite wow moment was pulling into the Lauterbrunnen valley in Switzerland. I was in awe and continued to be the next 3 days we spent there."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I was not sure what to expect with a "my way" tour. I have done fully guided tours for international travel in the past. I really enjoyed and appreciated this method. We had the autonomy to pick and choose our activities each day but had great guidance and structure to do this from. I also enjoyed the group aspect of this trip as well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We had several days of rain and our first day in the Lauterbrunnen valley was cloudy and rainy. The second morning the sun came out and from our hotel windows/deck we witnessed the Swiss Mountain view for the first time. It was breathtaking!! I just soaked in the view and the surrounding valley with all of it's waterfalls and was amazed! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our trip was fantastic because while Rick Steves and our guide Gretchen took care of all logistics--hotels with complete breakfasts and transport between stays--we researched and did exactly what we wanted to do in each location. From city exploration to Berchtesgaden, a Mozart string quartet in Mirabel Palace to the many (often wet) hikes, we did exactly what we wanted to do. Loved it!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many, but after hiking a very muddy and wet North Face Trail out of Murren in Lauterbrunnen Valley, we walked down switchbacks through the most diverse and gorgeous wildflowers into Gimmelwald. The flowers were beautiful and such a gift."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Pleasantly surprised since this was my first RST and given the relatively large group size.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Unzi museum"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

All of the accommodations were great. Nice locations and friendly staff. The bus transportation between sites was wonderful. Our guide, Gretchen, did a nice job of informing us of sites of interest as we traveled and made a number of good recommendations on hikes, restaurants and local points of interest. Gretchen also did a nice job of helping the members of the group develop relationships through optional happy hours and an optional "tour dinner". I felt very comfortable with the group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Lauterbrunnen Valley and Trummelback Falls were the highlight of my trip. Spectacular!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful experience with My Way Tour and have recommended to many friends since we have returned. The mountains sing to my heart; I feel like I am still glowing from our trip as it was very special. We stayed in five lovely hotels, ease of transportation was taken care of and our tour leader and the book gave us a multitude of options to fill our days. It was activity full and stress free. The Best!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Arriving in Casselrooto and hiking to the church seeing the Dolomites. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Having strategic hotel relationships, a well informed and personable guide and very safe and nice ground transportation, allowed us to thoroughly enjoy so much of every day, it made the trip remarkable!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably walking out from our bedroom onto our deck at Hotel Staubach and looiking out into Lauterbrunnen valley and waterfalls. Our whole group was “wowed”!!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a perfect fit for my personality. I loved being able to choose what I wanted to do each day plus not have the stress and hassle of figuring out accommodations and travel arrangements! The tour guide and driver were great and so were the others on the tour. It was so much fun getting to make new friends with people from all parts of America.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Well every bit of scenery was breath taking but I think my unexpected “wow” moment was being in a gorgeous cathedral while a group was practicing music for a worship service. The acoustics made the sound amazing. It was so beautiful, like being in heaven!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my second Rick Steves tour. To celebrate my daughter’s turning 30 I took them each on a Rick Steves tour. The my way alpine tour was a perfect tour for my travel loving adventurous seeking daughter. We had an amazing time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite wow moment was when we walked to the St. Valentin church in Castelrotto. The weather could not have been more beautiful and walking through the meadow with the wild flowers on either side of us was just a magical moment. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our group of travelers were a joy to be with and get to know. Our tour guide Gretchen led the way with enthusiasm, years of area travel knowledge and command of words. The bus and expert driver moved us smoothly on our journey through the mountains to every planned tour stop and surprise stops (because the timing was right) to show us another view. It's a bit hit or miss sometimes with high altitude weather and lifts but there is always a alternate plan to hold your interest.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Definitely the Lauterbrunnen Valley and an exhilarating hike on the "North Face Trail" which encompassed a very rainy picnic lunch standing under a ski lift chair gear (only place that was dry), hiking down a combination of gravel road, grass, snow, muddy rocky path. Viewing peak a boo mountain views as the rain letup, experiencing high alpine flower varieties as we descended down to rest our very out of shape Swiss hiking legs at Pension Gimmelwald Restaurant with a tall dark beer & meal ."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The Alpine Europe My Way tour was just the right combination of "provided" transport, lodging and daily guidance on offer, combined with freedom of schedule and daily itinerary. Our guide, Gretchen, and all the tour members were a friendly & energizing boon to experiencing a beautiful spring in parts of five countries. Good info provided ahead, combined with daily logistics' suggestions made it easy. And the extras of long lunch stops in Innsbruck and Lucerne were welcome treats.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"While historic city architecture and amazing musical moments in churches and palaces will be forever memories, my cumulative Wow(s) were the truly-awe-inspiring high peaks notching out of clouds above Lauterbrunnen and Chamonix, and also from the meadows above Castlerotto and the historic castles near Fussen."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall, very nice and enjoyable, bus and tour guided excellent. Enjoyed the hotels and locations

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen and Mt. Blanc"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great tour. Tour director Axel was very knowledgeable and was always thinking ahead to try and give us the best experience. The tour was well planned and hotels were comfortable. The one hotel didn’t have a TV but we had an amazing view of the falls. This tour gives you freedom to do whatever you want, which we liked because everyone has different interests.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Loved old town salzburg and Füssen was amazing"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves tour and I highly recommend it. A number of people on our tour had done 3 or more so that says a lot. I can't say enough good things about this tour. The organization, hotels, meals, transportation and especially our tour manager (this was a Make Your Own Way tour) were outstanding.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"That's hard to answer but the scenery in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland was breath taking. It was dramatic with wonderful hiking trails, a beautiful town complete with Rick's promised creaking chalet, cows with Swiss bells in pasture beside the town sidewalks, wonderful food, amazing tram ride with revolving restaurant at the top of Schilthorn, and the mesmerizing small village of Gimmelwald (one of Rick's favorites)."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Over all the trip was great. Most everything exceed my expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Looking out the window of our room in Lauterbrunnen seeing the water falls, valley and mountains beyond."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My Way Alpine was my first experience on a "My Way" tour. I appreciated having my accommodations and transportation provided on the tour and relished researching the available activities for each stop. Our tour manager, Axel, was thoughtful and organized. He oriented us to each new city and made himself available to discuss individual plans with tour members. I loved all of the alpine areas we visited, especially Lauterbrunnen.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Each alpine area was spectacular in its own way - the expressive oboe soloist at the Mirabelle Palace Concert Hall, the full moon over the Dolomites, the innumerable waterfalls in the Lauterbrunnen Valley, the clearing sky at the top of the Zugspitze, and, of course, Black Forest Cake at Hotel Stechelberg after walking the length of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. Wow moments every day."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Amazing! We were with a fantastic group of people and our tour leader, Axel Thorson, ensured that we all had a complete experience. Every hotel was well situated and the towns were charming. On this tour, we had three surprise lunch stops: Lucerne, Innsbruck and Gruyeres. Also, the weather gods were on our side and we had terrific weather. Some lasting friendships were made and some of my bucket list items were checked off. What more could a gal want for?

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Never just one! The weeping Lion (Lucerne lunch stop). The Dominican Church and Otzi the Iceman (Bolsano). The Schilthorn, Piz Gloria and Jungfraujoch (Lauterbrunnen). Lunch with our new friend, Sarah, on the cliffside in Murren. Walking through lovely Halstatt. Finding the Olympic rings monument commemorating the first Olympic Games in Chamonix. We also thoroughly enjoyed the charm of Gruyeres. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was great. We did not expect so much help and guidance from the tour manager, but Axel was excellent. So much information and logistics that helped us have a great trip. The hotels were great too.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably when we saw the waterfalls from our room in Lauterbrunnen. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Spectacular views, stress free travel, new friendships, and lifelong memories. Axel was our tour guide and he was one of the most other focused humans I've ever met. At the start of the trip he asked each of us individually to share some of our interests (i.e. hiking, adventure, food, etc.) and he was able to share information that was personally relevant to each of us as a result of learning from us. He made everything easier, and my partner and I wouldn't have gotten to Murren without him!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Gosh, hard to name just one. Snowball fights with my parents in the Dolomites, the breathtaking views of Lauterbrunnen valley from our hotel, Jungfrau splendor, and enjoying the beauty of the alps over a cup of hot chocolate as the sun sets from the the Edelweiss hotel in Murren are a few. One favorite moments was coming back to the hotel, thinking that we were done for the night, running into Axel, getting asked a couple of questions, and realizing we could still get to Murren, and we did! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Spectacular scenery! Outstanding tour guide! Enjoyable travel companions! Well organized for maximum tour experiences! The bus was comfortable and drivers did a very good job! The opportunities for exploration, hiking, personal time and learning were excellent! I throughly enjoyed the breakfasts at each hotel and comradity! This is a fabulous tour I would not have changed one thing! Thank you Rick Steves for having such a wonderful tour guide Axel!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Very difficult to choose between the Dolimites, Hallstadf ((Austrias Pearl) the drives thru Switzerland and Austria and the view from our room in Ladrbrunnel Valley of 3 waterfalls and snow cover red mountains!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our 5th RS tour and 2nd My Way. We were not disappointed. We enjoyed all of the locales and the opportunities they afforded. We were delighted with the whistle stops along the way: Innsbruck, Luzern and Gruyeres. Our group was amiable and our tour leader, Axel, was full of good advice.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The peaks and valleys in the Swiss Alps. A favorite day began with a bus, train and cable car trip to the Piz Gloria and Schilthorn summit, followed lunch on a terrace in Murren, then a stroll on a country lane in Gimmewald, and finally dinner at a pub in Lauterbrunnen, with a view of the Staubbach falls."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Don Chmura was an exceptional guide, especially since he lived in and wrote a hiking guide book for the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Lauterbrunnen Valley, Muren, Schilthorn panarama, hike down to Gimmelwald and stechelberg to Trummelbachfalle"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great tour and guide

Favorite "WOW" moment

"seeing Bertesgarden"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I thought the tour was great! The locations and the hotels were very good. Our tour director (Don)gave some good advice and the information he provided along the way helped me and Rosemarie to make good decisions about what to do each day. We also used Rick's book for hikes , tours and restaurants he recommended which helped us to have a great time. The people on the tour were fun to be with and this added another positive element to the tour. We really enjoyed planning each day.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The walk between Murren and Gimmelwald was really a beautiful time. We really enjoyed it walking together with other members of the tour and the scenery was breath taking!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The group was amazing with everyone having a positive attitude even with less than perfect weather conditions. Don, our tour manager was superb with excellent information and suggestions on how to make the most of each place we visited. The. My Way tour was perfect for us as our interest in activities was different from most and this allowed a group experience as well as independence. As always, the organization of a Rick Steves was fantastic.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Being in Kleine Scheidegg for a couple of hours with clear views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Absolutely beautiful and awe inspiring. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We were able to see the areas and sites that were important to us, and even though we were early in the season, the conditions were favorable and allowed us to do what we wanted to do. The people in our group were enjoyable and everyone got along well. And Don, our "guide" was excellent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Eiger up close from Kliene Scheidegg. All the history and drama from that mountain came alive as we sat at the base and took it all in."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first My Way Vacation with Rick Steves. We had taken two other tours over the past tow years which we loved. We were very pleased with the pace of this tour. We loved all of the hotels and their locations. Our bus driver was great and made us feel very safe traveling the windy mountain roads. Although it was My Way, our tour manager was always ready with suggestions and help The only thing that I might have changed was to go a little later in May because some lifts were closed.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Although there were many, I think that the one that stands out in my mind was when we walked from Mürren to Gimmelwald. The scenery was breathtaking and you almost felt that it couldn’t be real. The hike was along a gentle downhill path, an easy walk. Definitely not to be missed! We hiked the path with some of our fellow tour mates and had a great time stopping for a cold drink at the end of the walk. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The beautiful fields of wild flowers in the Lauterbrunen Valley with the stunning alps in the background."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great selection of towns and hotels. Ou leader was very helpful explaining local attractions, providing orientation and advice.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The views from up in the mountains was incredible."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent organization in all facets of the tour. Lovely hotels, in perfect locations. Included breakfasts were fresh and delicious with wide variety of choices. Tour director gave clear and most helpful suggestions every day and was easily available. We loved the “my way” tour… allowing us to do as much or little in each stop. The bus was high end, friendly driver provided beverages at most reasonable prices.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Looking out our bedroom window in Lauterbrunnen to a spectacular view of the lighted waterfall. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Once again Rick Steves delivered what he promises and my wife and I expected! Hotels were nice but the big advantage is their location next to the town you want to walk through. Bus and bus driver were excellent and our tour manager was informative, friendly and gracious.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The tram rides up the mountain sides to the spectacular views of the Alps and Dolomites!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My first My Way tour but my 10th RS tour, I had the trip of a lifetime. My tourmates were friendly and fun loving, our Tour Manager, Grégoire, was hard working and helpful with the logistics of doing things on my own and Rob, our bus driver, was a sweet guy very experienced with driving on narrow, windy mountain roads. We became a merry band of travelers in the Rick Steves style. We were blessed with beautifully blue sunny skies and temperatures in the 70’s. Hiking in the Alps was a dream!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Dolomites and hiking in the Swiss Alps were the top Wow moments for me. I also loved the Happy Hours and group dinner that Grégoire organized for us. Salzburg- Mozart concerts, Mozart Haus, Hellbrunn Palace, attending mass in the Salzburg Cathedral and having as much time as I wanted to explore these sights. Eating dinner in a Biergarten with locals was fun as well. The Alpine tour is one of my favorites!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very, very positive! Words can not discribe the scenery, towns visited, organization, support, and guidance the tour offered.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Arriving at each new stop. Fantastic locations!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were at least four. The three summits to highest peaks and the cow parade in Wengen"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Loved the tour experience with the other guests. Warm, friendly atmosphere. Great tour director who went beyond our expectations with information and kindnesses.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's our first trip outside the United States and were blown away with the scenery and accommodations. Most moments were wow moments!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was great, the positives were highlighted by the number of countries we toured, but in a way that was also the cause biggest negative, the bus rides, I get that we have to travel to see the sights but bus rides ever other day was not optimal, but the locations were well worth the visit

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland, was wonderful, but our bike ride in Fussion was the best. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was a great experience and the choices of towns in the "MY Way" were excellent. The bus ride from country to country was very comfortable and convenient.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"As always the Swiss Alps as their beauty is breath taking. It is something that everyone should experience."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

This was the first tour of any type that my husband and I have taken. We have travelled independently in Europe (always with the help of our Rick Steves guidebooks) for the past 25 years. As we are getting older (77 and 72) we picked this tour for the itinerary, the transportation, and the freedom to pick our own activities. We had confidence that the hotels would be similar to the many Rick Steves picks we have stayed in over the years. The trip did not entirely honor our expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Each stop on the tour offered remarkable wow moments! As I have visited the tour stops before, I will mention a new wow moment for me; the earth pyramids of Ritten/Renon. We found these fabulous natural sculptures on a misty/rainy afternoon walk after our arrival in Bolzano. Amazing!"

Tour was well organized, had an incredibly helpful and cheerful tour leader, and we loved the flexibility of the "My Way" method of touring

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Stunning beauty of Switzerland"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

My overall feeling is one of satisfaction for the tour offered.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"One favorite "wow" moment was watching the alpenglow on the Dolomites from the spa veranda's comfortable lounge chair after a swim in their lovely pool in Castelrotto after a fine day of hiking in the Alpe di Siusi."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We thoroughly enjoyed the first half of our tour. Unfortunately my husband came down with Covid and we were not able to complete the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Alpe di Siusi! The tranquil meadows surrounded by gorgeous mountains, the cows grazing in the pastures, it was just breathtaking! Didn’t even seem real!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved the hotels we stayed at. The tour guide was excellent. It was a My Way tour, but he was available to answer any questions.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved the Dolomites. We hiked in the Alpe di Siusi. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide was outstanding. She knew the areas well and helped give us ideas, even sitting down one on one with each couple to make their experience better. The hotels were varied in style, comfort and location and we loved that. Sometimes you were in a city and other times you were a little off the beaten path. It was a fabulous experience from start to finish.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Pulling up in Castelrotto Italy and falling in love with the town and seeing the Dolomites in the background. It seemed like a fairytale. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had an amazing trip experience! The weather was fantastic, the tour manager, Kathleen was extremely knowledgable and gave us great recommendations. Our bus driver. Kevin did an incredible job navigating the roads in the Alps. The Alps were beyond spectacular.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are so many wow moments on this tour, but probably hiking the North Face trail near Murren was our favorite of all. The green pastures and incredible views of the mountains were stunning. We love the Lauterbrunnen area ! Have to also say the Lemm Hotel in Castelrotto in the Dolomites was quite the place between the beautiful hotel and it's views along with incredible meals! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first My Way tour and it worked perfect with this itinerary. It met all expectations

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Zugspitze definitely comes to mind but every place we went had breathtaking wow moments and the hikes were awesome "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The trip schedule and places we visited were wonderful and the transportation and accommodations were also top notch. Our guide Kathleen was truly outstanding- very friendly and knowledgeable who went out of her way to make us feel comfortable and included. This was especially appreciated by me as a single traveler.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Staying in the beautiful and spacious hotel in Castelrotto and the spectacular Three Witches hike above town. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Loved the itinerary to through all of the Alps! Our guide, Kathleen, was kind and attentive. She made sure everyone had their daily plans and gave everyone great options and suggestions. Our bus driver, Kevin, was excellent. Really enjoyed our fellow travelers. This was our first Rick Steve's tour and it went very well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen Valley! The hotel view of the Staubbach Falls was incredible!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This My Way Alpine Tour was our first experience with any kind of organized tour. It was a great experience overall - having the transportation, hotels, and a great tour manager made the experience seamless.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite "WOW" moment came in Lauterbrunnen and being there when they brought the cows down from the mountain! I have always wanted to see that and was SO excited it happened to coincide with our visit to that beautiful place! "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was well led by Brian with constant offers to help and prompt responses to questions.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Italian Dolomites. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour was just what we had hoped for. Tour guide, bus driver, hotels and travel group were all great. A wonderful experience!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The views from the mountains were incredible."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We had a great tour group with a very pleasant and organized tour manager. We were very well informed about what to anticipate during travel days and given great orientations upon reaching each new destination. The scenery, as anticipated was gorgeous throughout the entire trip. The timing and pace throughout were good although if I had the choice I would have opted for another day in the Dolomites.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"During an evening hike as time approached the 'golden hour' we encountered a herd of bell-wearing Swiss dairy cows in a serene pasture on the trail between Grutschalp and Murren. The Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau served as a stunning backdrop. It was both an audible and visual experience we will never forget. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour exceeded all expectations. Great hiking opportunities (our top priority), wonderful sights, a tour manager who successfully guided us through the sometimes-complicated logistics of getting where we wanted to go and doing what we wanted to do. Most important — we had fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Relaxing with tour mates and new friends over a Black Monk beer in Gimmelwald, with Jungfrau smack in our faces, after a long, rich, rewarding day of hiking to a cowbell soundtrack — the Mountain View and North Face trails, followed by the walk down from Murren to Gimmelwald."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steve's tour and it could not have been any better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The whole trip was a wow moment. Each stop was as good or better than the previous. We especially loved the stop in Innsbruck and Lucerne for lunch. They both were a special treat. Chamonix was wonderful."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This is our second My Way tour and it meets our traveling needs very well with transportation and hotels. Timing was great since crowds were less than expected. Trip manager, Brian was helpful and kept things on schedule.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen Valley and the surrounding peaks are amazing. We covered both sides of the valley with amazing hike at the base of the mountains. The Dolomites and hiking the Alpe di Siusi are also an amazing experience."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The itinerary was fantastic, and our host was a true professional

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seen the Alps from the vantage point of the Alpe to Suisi"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had been eyeing this tour for a while & finally decided I wasn’t getting younger so it was now or never. I loved everything about it, I’d say it even exceeded my expectations. The only not great part was the weather in Lautenbrunner, it rained for the whole time, but the waterfalls were spectacular! We still walked around in the rain. I’m going to have to go back!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We rented e-bikes in Alpe di Suisi and rode around the valley, stopping @ huts for refreshments & getting lost!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Thanks to a great group (good luck) and a fantastic My Way guide (credit to the organization), we had a terrific trip despite bad weather (bad luck)!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Aiguille du Midi exceeded our expectations: we love to look at mountains more than we like to be on them. But this was an otherworldly experience that we're glad was saved until the end of the tour. Right up there with ballooning in Turkey: we'll never forget it."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first tour of any kind and I was extremely pleased! Our tour manager, Kathleen was a wonderful resource who took the time to advise, guide and point us in the right direction with all aspects of our My Way tour. The itinerary was well planned and proved to give us a wonderful Alps experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The food in Chamonix, the carefree pace and attitude in Balzano, the creaky chalet with skeleton keys in Lauterbrunnen couldn't have been more charming and the caliber of fellow travelers was the best."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

Loved the people in our tour group and our guide was very good. Extremely disappointed in the location and selection of the hotels. Hotels were either too far away from the destination hikes or issues with the hotel (a/c, wifi, etc…).

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Dolomites "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The trip was very good, but we unfortunately had rain and snow our entire stay in the Lauterbrunnen Valley. We were also notified, just prior to the start of our tour of a hotel change from Chamonix to Saint Gervais which limited our options for dining and time in the city.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our favorite wow moment was the Aiguille du Midi to Mont Blanc and the cable car to Point Helbronner, Italy. We were on one of the first lifts and experience early morning clear skies. It was magnificent!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The sites were incredibly beautiful and the guide and bus driver did a good job.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The beautiful scenery in the Dolomites"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour took the hard part of travel out of our hands ( travel between places and finding accommodations) and left us with all the fun. Our tour manager, Axel, was perfect in helping us make plans and orienting us to each area so that we could make the most of our time in each location. When we had to pivot for any reason (weather, unexpected distances, closures) we found surprises that we didn’t know we would love. Bus driver, Jan, was a boss behind the wheel. Just wow!!! High recommendation!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"For my husband it was the views from the Shilthorn, and for me it was a tie between Seceda and Alpe de Suisi in the Dolomites and all the hiking in the Lauterbrunnen area. Those mountains are indescribable. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I had just enough autonomy and just enough connection during the trip. I hope RS will come up with more of these trips! It was perfect for my travel style!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Schilthorn Piz Gloria took my breath away. We had excellent weather and fantastic visibility. Not so in Chamonix, so we were thankful to have taken the ascent. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great tour, great guide, fantastic scenery, good food

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the storied north face of the Eiger from Kleine Scheidegg. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating:rating 5 of 5 What a great itinerary and perfectly located hotels. It was my seventh RS's tour, but the first My Way.This was one of our favorite trips. Our manager, Axel, was incredible!The guidebook ,as always ,was extremely helpful . Axel was a fantastic tour facilitator who guided and reviewed our plans and ensured they were reasonable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many "wow" moments. One of them, had to be the view from our balcony overlooking the Lauterbrunnen Valley - something right out of a storybook. The fireworks on National Day were unbelievable. Another one that took my breath away was reaching the Alpe di Tires in the Dolomites. Everyday had moments that will remain with me forever."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Ruth Ann, our manager, was outstanding. We had a lot of confidence in Yost, our bus driver. Even though on the “my way” tour you mainly do things on your own the people with us greatest enhanced our total experience. Frank and I are in our late seventies and the “my way” tour was perfect for us. We were able to do short hikes and many excursions we wanted to do. The hotels and the breakfasts were very good. We will be recommending this tour to our friends.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view from our balcony in Wengen was spectacular. But our Wow moment was walking on the “witches trail” (Dolomites) and seeing the outstanding views."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I had a really nice trip. I liked being able to decide what I was going to do each day. Ruth Ann was a great resource for planning the day. I'd been to a few places before so it was fun to revisit and experience new things

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking. Period. The weather was forecasted for high percentage of rain just about every day. There was only a few days of intermittent rain or fog, otherwise beautiful. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was such a wonderfully planned trip, beginning with the low Alps of Salzburg, the beautiful high meadows in Italy, then the dramatically beauty of Lauterbrunnen and Chamonix. Ruth Anne was excellent as our guide, friendly and knowledgeable. We loved the food, culture,cool mountain air and amazing scenery.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I skied in the Lauterbrunnen valley 50 years ago. Its beauty is eternally astounding. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour itinerary included wonderful locations and most of the accommodations were terrific. Our tour guide was helpful and knowledgable. The bus was clean and comfortable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view from our hotel balcony in Wengen was spectacular, as was paragliding in the Lauterbrunnen valley."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The experience was great. Everyone on the tour was cordial and friendly, at first getting to remember everyone's name was a challenge, but eventually you get it. The weather was iffy throughout the tour, but we all took it in stride and made the best of it. The bus transportation was top notch(kudos to Jos our driver) and the hotels were great(best I ever stayed in).

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Two favorite "wow" have to be taking the cable car to the top of Zugspitze and the trip up Aiguille du Midi."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The Alpine "My Way" tour was exactly what we wanted. Having all of the transportation & accommodations taken care of for us was a nice relief and left us more time to plan our daily excursions. If there is a bit of room for improvement, I'd like to see you have an option or tour which adds an additional day to the "2 day" stops at Salzburg, Bolzano, Fussen and Chamonix (yes, make it a 16 day tour!). It did feel a bit rushed from time to time and a bit more "breathing" space would be great.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking the Alpe di Siusi in the Dolomites was breathtaking and Bolzano is a definite hidden gem. The entire tour was full of memorable experiences, and the flexibility on the "My Way" tour allowed more individual freedom."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a fabulous tour and my first RS tour. I loved every place we stayed. I was traveling with a friend, my daughter and son-in-law so the My Way tour was perfect with everyone getting to choose what they wanted to do each day. Our tour manager, Brian, was the absolute best! He made the experience much richer with his knowledge, expertise and assistance. I wish RS could provide more My Way Tours!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lots of “wow” moments! My favorite was riding e-bikes around Lake Forggensee in Fussen, Germany. Unbelievable views of mountains, castles, German farmland and quaint little towns along the way. Plus a polka band playing at an outdoor cafe!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Brian, our shepherd, made every step of the journey easy and memorable. We had a fantastic group of friendly individuals who couldn't have been nicer or more friendly. The views were beautiful and the hikes a real treat. Brian made several stops along the way that we not on the itinerary and this added to the experience. Rick's book was spot on an continued to enhance my extended stay in Chamonix and Annecy. Also want to extend kudos to our more than capable bus driver Wim.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Mountains in Dolomites and Aiguille de midi "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

July 2023 My Way Alpine Tour. Excellent experience overall. Although we have used Rick Steve's books for many years, this was our first formal RS tour. Our tour manager, Ruby was A+, delightful and helpful. The itinerary was well paced. Overall, the hotels were well located and provided many options for daily activities.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite "wow" moment was in Chamonix France. My husband and brother-in-law went paragliding. Seeing them gliding past Mont Blanc and all the gorgeous snow covered mountains is something I will never forget."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We've traveled with a Rick Steve's tour before, and we loved the My Way tour even more. It was the perfect blend of a RS tour and traveling independently. We didn't have to worry about transportation or where to stay, and Ruby our guide was very helpful with tips to help us plan our day. She even helped us navigate unexpected dental work in France! This was our first time traveling with our son (8yo), and it was an amazing trip. Less stress and we could plan activities that were best for him.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Swiss Alps was amazing. The views on the Panorama Trail from Mannlichen to Kleine Scheidegg were unlike any other, and you didn't have to do a strenuous hike to get to the views. I also loved just pausing to listen to the chorus of cowbells all around us."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Ruth was very knowledgeable about the places we visited-everything from great places to eat, hike, and visit to traditions and fun facts. The cities and towns on the tour were perfect. There were so many great places to hike and interesting places to visit.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Alps in the different countries-the breathtaking beauty of the mountains will remain imprinted in my memory. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Wengon"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Amazing! Trip of a lifetime! We would take this again!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The “wow” moments were too numerous to count, but if I suddenly disappeared of my own accord and you wanted to find me, I would suggest you start looking in Wengen, Switzerland. If I wasn’t to be found there, Chamonix would be a smart second place to look. Both places are Shangri-la-esque! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a well-organized and fascinating trip through several countries. As a "my way" tour we chose the activities we wanted from many suggestions. We met a great group of fellow travelers and our guide was knowledgeable and helpful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the castles in the mountains and waterfalls everywhere."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very positive experience. This was my first ever tour with a group. I have travelled extensively, but always planned my own itinerary.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Dolomites in Italy. I loved the small town of Castelrotto, the hotel, the views, and the activities we chose (Secada Ridge hike)."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This "My Way" tour was perfect for us. We could choose what activities we wanted to do based on our interest, energy level, and the weather. Our fellow travelers were fantastic as was our tour manager, Ruth Ann. There was a good balance between time on the road and time at the destinations. The hotels were very nice and centrally located. The scenery surpassed our wildest dreams!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The view of the Jungfrau from our balcony at the Hotel Regina in Wengen...stunning!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The alpine my way was exciting seeing the different mountains. Bus driver great. Tour guide was informative.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The ice caves we went through. Saw some climbers go out on the mountain."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had an amazing time filling our time with all things related to mountains and small towns. Laurel was a tremendous resource as tour manager giving recommendations that helped us maximize our time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Dolimites and in Switzerland is unlike anything we have done before."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great exposure to natural wonders

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Scenery of the mountains rising above us "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first experience with a MY WAY Tour and it was so much more than we expected! The countries we visited and the things we got to experience were a dream come true - and our Guide had a lot to do with that!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It had to be the view from our balcony overlooking the Lauterbrunnen Valley - something right out of a storybook. We still cant believe it's real when we look at the pictures we took."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first tour with Rick Steves. We chose the "My Way" option, as we are accustomed to travelling on our own in Europe. This trip was of particular interest to us, as it seemed to be a difficult region to reach by public transportation. Everything went well ... the itinerary was great, hotels were perfectly located and our guide was excellent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We took the gondola at Mont Blanc from France to Italy and were awe struck."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

What a great itinerary and perfectly located hotels. This was one of our favourite trips. The guidebook as always was extremely helpful and having a tour facilitator allowed us to review our plans and ensure they were reasonable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The best thing was the gondola from the top of Mont Blanc over to Italy. The views were stunning and the silence was amazing."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

overall great, nice people, all accommodations were nice without being to nice so that you wanted to stay indoors. Brain our guide was early in his career but did a very nice job. Worked very hard for his clients.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Chamonix is a fantastic place. love it, love to go back"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

It was okay. The information about options at each location was not as thorough as I thought it would be. Often limited by the experience and knowledge of the guide. It was often frustrating to figure out details of hikes and difficulty levels and specifics as to what to be prepared for. But, we got through it.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen Valley and the Dolomites"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a fantastic trip and was our favorite Rick Steve's tour so far. We were able to experience the Alps in all their grandeur and will treasure the memories for years to come.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"You cannot experience the Switzerland Alps without seeing and feeling the Wow factor"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was amazing, and moved along at a great pace. Our Tour Manager, Brian, was a helpful, approachable, and knowledgeable resource.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The views at the Alpe di Siusi were incredible!"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

Seemed the focus was on quantity over quantity

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Suspension bridge"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I traveled solo as a newbie hiker, and loved the vast array of hiking and cycling opportunities in a variety of environments. My tour group was friendly and fun, always encouraging and welcoming, looking out for each other. Our tour guide was generous with his time and advice. I love our group “What’s App” for easy communication throughout the tour. I had a great time, and wished it were a bit longer of course!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"A few wow moments: The misty magical morning on Lake Koniggssee outside of Salzburg, the thrill of the luge in Fussen, the snow at the mountain tops, and the vast wide open space - and flowers and cows - on the Romantic Trail in Mannlichen where I only saw a handful of other people. The different languages were fun to try. Over the 12 day tour, the camaraderie was a plus as we ventured through the alps. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Perfectly organized and directed by our tour manager Axle.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"In the heavens in Mont Blanc"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a spectacular experience and one which I will forever remember. The “My Way” alternative versus traditional tour guide method is the absolute best IF you are interested in designing your own excursions. The transportation and lodging provisions as well as breakfast availability made the experience more enjoyable. Enjoyed our group of 26 other travelers. By far an outstanding experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"That is tough! Paragliding in Chamomix, views in the Dolomites and Swiss Alps, as well as the green meadows with serenades of cow bells come to mind . Top 3 WOWs!!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first “My Way” tour and I truly loved it. The scenery was amazing. The hotels were comfortable and the bus was easy riding. The tour participants were friendly and we all got along well and the Tour Manager was very helpful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"That’s really hard to pinpoint. I never thought I would ever see the Alps much less travel and see them through 5 countries. Every view was better than the last. But if I had to try and pick one thing, it was the Paragliding my wife and I did in Chamonix. A once in a lifetime experience. This whole trip was a once in a lifetime experience."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was beyond our expectations. Axel was a knowledgeable and fun tour guide. He made a point of making sure that everyone had the information they needed to make the best use of their tour time. His humor was very much appreciated. Rob the driver was very much a part of the group. We appreciated the activity in which we learned other tour participant names - it helped us connect as a group. We can't say enough about our positive experience. Looking at a future tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Castelroto & the Alpi de Suisi."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We really enjoyed our fellow travelers. And our tour manager Axel was extremely helpful in helping us to plan our days.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hanging out at the top of the Augille du Midi lift!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We had a trip of a lifetime and made new friends while on the tour. Walking from village-to-village in areas of the Alps added joy to our experience.

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was absolutely fantastic and was exactly what I had hoped it would be. I wanted to hike in the mountains and see drop dead gorgeous views and that’s what I did.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Difficult to choose one because each stop had a wow moment but if I had to choose just one, it would be the Manlichen-Kleine Scheidigg hike in Switzerland. That hike was exactly what I envisioned when we chose this tour. We were surrounded by such beauty and it took my breath away. A close second would be hiking in the Alpi di Siusi with all the wildflowers and hearing the tinkling of cow bells everywhere. (We liked that so much we even bought a cowbell to take home, our only souvenir). "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was our first “your way” tour and the Alpine adventure was perfect. We had great suggestions from our guide but got to plan the day based on our needs and wants.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Getting off the Panorama lift and seeing the Dolomites. The mountains, the valley, the air, the sky, the wildflowers. It brought tears to my eyes. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a fantastic trip! We enjoyed our experiences in the Alps, as well as the ease of transportation and our clean & convenient lodging. The support from our tour manager was just what we needed. All the anxiety-inducing logistics were managed so that we could enjoy our amazing trip. Our questions were answered and options presented, but we were encouraged to do our own thing. Additionally, we enjoyed the company of our travel companions. The beautiful weather was truly a bonus!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The blessing of a clear morning the day we went to the Heilbronner and Mount Blanc peaks was memorable. The blue sky and clouds over the peaks was amazing, as were the glacier hikers below. Generally, the amount of alpine hiking I was able to do was an additional "wow" for me. The trails were made accessible by the tour as well as the systems in place in the region (like lifts)."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my second 'My Way' tour. (My spouse and I did Italy in 2018). After that Italy tour the bar was set pretty high. This tour met and exceeded expectations at every turn. The my way tours are totally the way I like to travel, not worrying about the hassles that can come from getting from point a to point b, etc., but just being able to focus on living in the moment(s), savoring and enjoying the freedom that my way provides for.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I probably have close to a billion 'wow' moments from this trip. It took my wife a little bit to figure out my random bursts of laughter were just the sheer joy of being where we were, versus oncoming insanity. One of the coolest things, I thought, was Trummelbach Falls. The unbelievable access to this power, going on inside this mountain, and being just feet from it was just totally 'wow'."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful trip. Everyday was packed with hiking, biking and eating. So fun!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Without a doubt The DOLOMITES!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first trip to Europe. I had high expectations and our trip exceeded all of them.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going up to Aiguille du Midi. I've never seen sites like that."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We loved the "My Way" tour because it allowed us to explore on our own without having to worry about making hotel accommodations and travel arrangements between countries.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved the thrill and excitement I felt as we entered each new destination on the tour. Each and every stop was my favorite. I was wowed by the wonderful restaurants, the amazing coffee, the cleanliness of each hotel and city, the majestic mountain peaks, and the fresh mountain air. Riding to the top of Mont Blanc, hiking all the way down to the village of Castelrotto from the Alpe di Siusi, and visiting the village of Gimmelwald were some true highlights. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Met our expectations of a special experience

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Roaming the fields in the Dolomites"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This is my 3rd time on the Alpine My Way Tour! As a woman traveling alone who loves to hike, it works very well for me to be with like minded travelers. The tour management system works well yet you can make up your own itinerary.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking my favorite trails in each location and finding another new trail I loved in Switzerland because my favorite trail was closed due to construction."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful time hiking, biking and eating our way through the spectacular Alps. Hotels in great locations and a really special tour family. Loved that we were in 5 small towns to really immerse in their culture. The My Way concept of choosing your own activities (or not) is a great way to feel on vacation when you're on a tour. Our two guides and delightful bus driver were so helpful and fun to be with.

Favorite "WOW" moment

" The Alpe di Siusi hike with the wildflowers blooming, views of Dolomites and snowy Alps, cows with bells ringing and seeing a Palomino foal was magic We topped it off with the best Apple Strudel of the trip while chatting with a German couple at our table about the foods they were having. Very enlightening!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Each leg of the Alpine trip brought new vistas, experiences and "favorite" moments. It was never boring!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite WOW moment was The Royal Ride gondola trip (atop the cable car!) from Mannlichen in Switzerland."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The Alpine Europe My Way Tour was my first time in Europe and it was amazing! Five countries in 12 days is a lot, but totally worth it.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I was sitting on my hotel balcony in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland looking at the mountain and waterfall view."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband and I had an amazing time. We would do it again in a second! Everything was beautifully thought out, the hotel accommodations, the quality of the hotel food, the bus rides, the trip leaders, all excellent. There were so many activities to choose from. The people on the tour were top notch and it was so comforting to see a familiar face when we were out and about.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I especially loved Lautterbrunnen Valley. The restaurants were average but the views and activities in the area were so inspiring. Riding the cable cars up the mountainside was a new experience. The hiking as we came down was unforgettable. I loved the wildflowers that were in full bloom. The cows added so much to the atmosphere with their bells."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

One of the best tours I've taken with Rick Steves. It had a great itinerary, we had a great group of mixed ages and types of travelers, varied things to do for all abilities and great guides.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Toss up between the Lauterbrunnen and Chamonix."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I enjoyed the tour very much. We had two guides both of whom were outstanding. The places we visited were beautiful and increasingly awesome as the trip went on. The bus was very comfortable and the driver was absolutely the best. Overall the hotels were fine with one exception which was sorted by our guide. The group was great. Many nice people. We generally did our own thing during the day and sometimes connected with others for meals or drinks. I guess that’s why we chose that type of tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I suppose one moment that stands out in the second evening in Salzburg, having beer with my wife on top of the fortress. Watching the shadows shifting the valley below and the mountains beyond. And down below us was looked like a beautiful old monastic building with undoubtedly the most ugly and inappropriate modern addition scabbed on the side. I asked our waiter about it and he agreed it was a crime against the senses courtesy of a local politician. We stood together in complete agreement."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first My Way tour but fourth Rick Steves Tour. The Alpine regions were a marvel to see. I recommend this tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Alpine di Suise, The Eiger, Mont, Jungfrau, Kleine Scherdegg. Even though Mont Blanc was closed on the day we were supposed to go up because of high winds and low visibility it is still an impressive sight to see being the tallest peak in Europe. We did go see the Mar de Glace and Ice cave instead. It's good to see a glacier now because of global warming we may not be able to see them in the future."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First tour we've ever taken. The My Way process was perfect for us! Gave us peace to know the hotel bookings & bus transfers were all arranged. Although not 5 star hotels, def. worthy of quality, cleanliness and great setting in the areas we wanted to see & explore. We felt prepared with the vast expanse of information on the RS website and the Alpine tour book. The 2 tour guides, Katya (sp) and Brian were very approachable, knowledgable, and fun too.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So Many! The best, however was the walk along the Alps di Suisi ! The impetus for taking this Alpine Tour was Rick Steves' episode of this area. That high altitude meadow was my Bucket List moment, and I was so ecstatic to be able to inhale that air, view the flowery meadows and take pics with beautiful cows! Truly the best!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Gretchen was fabulous, loaded with info, and very fun! All the places we went to were awesome, the hotels good.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going up to see Mont Blanc, listening to the roar of the Arve just outside our room."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great guide, spectacular landscape

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking the Dolomites "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a wonderful tour encompassing all of the alpine locations that had been wanting to visit. We enjoyed the 'my way' experience in choosing what we wanted to do at each location.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is difficult to choose just one! One of my favorite moments was taking the Aguille du Midi cable car and then the gondola at the top of Mont Blanc over to Italy. The weather was beautiful and we watched climbers scale the mountain from our gondola. Jaw dropping spectacular."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first MY WAY tour and we really enjoyed it. Gretchen, our 'chaperone' was a delight and very helpful. She had lots of great tips. The five towns we visited were wonderful. of the five tours we've done, this was my second favorite after the Tuscany Tour. I like that the tour was less structured than the regular tours -- I think it was a perfect match to hiking in the Alps. We could easily set our own pace and agenda. The only downside was the last hotel.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The meadow on the North Face Trail in the Lauterbrunnen area. I have hiked and backpacked for many years but this was a view that just took my breath away!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall, this tour was amazing! I have never been to Europe, and this trip exceeded my expectations. We learned so much! Gretchen was an outstanding tour guide! We will do this again!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many! Each country we visited had its own special moments. My favorites include: The Witches Trail in the Italian Dolomites; everything about Lauterbrunnen; both sides of the valley, beautiful historic Salzburg; the cathedrals and cemetaries along the way, the amazing architecture in all the cities we visited. The entire tour felt as if we were walking into a picture postcard. We both commented that we could not believe what we were seeing. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

There is no other itinerary like it that encompasses all those tourist attractions within one trip

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Alpe di Siusi Trail of the Witches."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Absolutely terrific! Everything from the well-thought through itinerary and our very knowledgeable, experienced and prepared group leader, Gretchen, and our well-suited and compatible fellow travelers, to the stunning scenery and incredible weather our trip was near-perfect. Gretchen ensured we were prepared for every day by reviewing options, providing insights and details so we could (and did!) maximize our experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We had two favorite “wows.” The first was Alpe di Suisi/Seiser Alm - our day spent hiking there was simply spectacular (scenery, weather, choices, Apple strudel). The second was our full day of hiking out of Lauterbrunnen starting with the Royal Ride from Wengen to Mannlichen, the Royal Walk and then the hike over to Kleine Scheidegg. Again the views, the weather, the full experience was breathtaking."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It was very enjoyable - the tour group were very nice, the locations were generally spectacular and the guide Gretchen was awesome.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Sitting on our balcony in Lauterbrunnen overlooking the Staubach Falls, drinking wine and eating burgers from the pub. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was our first My Way and it was above expectations. Greychen was very generous and resourceful for us.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our hike on the Alpi di Siusi, such a beautiful walk with great views and feel good feelings."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first My Way tour. It was a perfect choice for Alpine Europe. We chose the level of activity for our interest with some guidance from our guide. Hotel locations were great, breakfasts terrific and all had lovely common areas. Lack of adequate cooling, even in June made sleep difficult at times. Glad we had early June departure. Climate change impacts are real even in Alpine locales.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Everything about the Dolomites and Switzerland. The Alpine meadow hikes in both were best parts. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Out first RS My Way Tour was amazing. Already in France on a Covid delayed Ann Arbor Zingerman’s tour with a friend, we added the alps trip. (long distance travel at our age is not guaranteed). So glad we did this. Gretchen is so so knowledgeable. She willingly shared details and her own experiences, made us feel comfortable and confident, plus she is a hoot to be around. Planning each day was fun with challenges and unknowns remaining so that the experience felt fresh and our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Wow for me was interacting at least somewhat with all but two of our fellow travelers. Mike and I ended up doing different hikes, toured Eagles Nest, castles etc. always with different people. We learned about the imperfect Canadian health care system vs. the imperfect U.S. health care system. We wondered together about European approaches. What are their challenges? The sites, vistas, travel modes (cable, cogs, trains) were lovely experiences but learning how others live always wows me."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I absolutely loved the itinerary. It was fabulous. The hotels we stayed in were lovely and I was impressed with the locations and views. Tour leader was phenomenal - Gretchen.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It was a tie between hiking in the The Alpe Di Suisi and the hiking in Switzerland"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first group tour and we were a little nervous about being around so many strangers. We were also the youngest in the group and were not sure how we would fit in. However our excellent guide, Don Chmura, created a great atmosphere and we spent time getting to know the fantastic people with us. We were stunned by amazing scenery, enjoyed different food and drinks, loved the small town feel of the places we stayed, and just had the best time. It exceeded our expectations beyond words.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We loved every stop for different reasons, be it natural beauty, excellent food, fun atmosphere or breathing in thin air at the top of a mountain. But Lauterbrunnen was the most beautiful place and none of us could believe a place like this could exist. The valley floor and both sides offered spectacular views and didn't seem real. It was amazing."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

Was disappointed that you didn’t know about “Federal Day” in ltaly in Castlerotto when there was constant partying and we couldn’t sleep for two nights. You should have been able to know that ahead of time and could have avoided this!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Switzerland. Such a beautiful area the Lauterbrunnen valley and wegnen "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Don did a great job of setting the tone for the tour from day one. He told us what was expected of each of us and what he would provide. That put everyone at ease. By laying out the tour from the begining we were equiped to enjoy ourselves.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I enjoyed how the tour got better as we went along. Each stop had exciting aspects, but they grew as the tour progressed."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall, this tour exceeded all my expectations. The tour begins with the lovely city of Salzburg then winds through the jaw-dropping beauty of the Alps. Being able to hike and explore the many Alpine areas was truly wonderful. Our guide, Don, helped navigate us through the must-see experiences along the way.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Taking the Aiguille du Midi cable car to the summit of Mont Blanc and the views from the terrace there is an experience I won't ever forget. The various hikes through the Dolomites and Switzerland were truly breath-taking. I also really enjoyed the Eagle's Nest and Hallstatt side trips from Salzburg."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour leader, Don, was the best I’ve had out of many tours. Bus conditions and our bus driver were both outstanding. Hotels were far better than expected for European hotels. The group of people was also the best I’ve ever traveled with. And of course the scenery was fantastic. I highly recommend this tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Either the Trummelbach Falls or the top of the Aguille du Midi. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Had a wonderful time on our tour. Don was an awesome tour guide. He knew where to direct us to for our best opportunities on trails, gondolas & restaurants. He gave background on the areas we were going to while we traveled on the bus & shared regional treats. The hotel’s & breakfasts were all good. Our weather was warmer than usual, so no air conditioning made it uncomfortable. A fan in the room would be nice. When in Castlerotto there was regional festival, 50 ft from Hotel, a lot of Noise!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Loved the town of Chamonix & the Aiguille du Midi gondola ride to a view that was epic."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Alps my way allowed time for hiking, or just kicking back. I felt totally prepared to visit each site thanks to the book and our managers orientation. Great bunch of fellow pilgrims, I felt there was great value in traveling this way.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Dolomites for the first time, as well as enjoying our balcony view in Wengen. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

All the important details were taken care—the hotels and the transportation between towns. Don, our guide, provided excellent context regarding each of the places we visited, guidance regarding the available activities and overall support for whatever we needed. Since this was our first “My Way” trip, I was pleasantly surprised by how much support Don provided the group and each individual. I did not fully understand that Don would be actually traveling with our group the entire trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is hard to choose just one “wow” moment but I’d say our time in Wengen, Switzerland. The vistas were spectacular and the hiking was wonderful. We walked through small villages and the valley floor and encountered very few people. Downtown was busy with tourist but it was easy to get away from that and enjoy nature and the beauty of the mountains and numerous waterfalls."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Great guide and beautiful places and blessed with good weather

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Loved staying at the Staubach in Lauterbrunnen Valley in Switzerland . The view was fabulous "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was much better than I expected.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Every time I went to the top of the Europe, it was incredible viewing of majestic mountains. Dolomites, Zugspitze, Jungfrau & Mont Blanc "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This was our first "My Way" tour. I have experienced two other Rick Steves tours previously. I had wanted to go on this tour for some time and it met my high expectations. The mountains were incredible. The hotels were in wonderful locations and had local charm. The weather was clear in the morning with clouds in the afternoon. Our guide was very good and oriented us to the places we stayed. We had planned many tours on our own before going and they worked out well for us.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We had many "wow" moments on our tour. Most notable was our time in Lauterbrunnen. The view from our hotel was breathtaking. Every city and hotel was unique, the weather was great, and the mountains were majestic. Really enjoyed our time also in the Dolomites."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent; my 2nd trip ti Europe in 48 years! Everything was as advertised, and we were lucky with weather.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Staubach Falls was ethereal! Trummelbach tunnels was the most "thrilling" tourist trip I've ever seen. Lauterbrunnen and Dolomites were both spectacular."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was an excellent alpine experience that included most famous summits of the Alps, castles and medieval cities. I worried about the weather, but it turned out sunny and mild. The hotels were mostly nice and clean and had good breakfast. The tour was reasonably well guided. So overall I enjoyed the tour very much.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Every place we visited had its own unique character - they were were all “wow” moments."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"the geography was amazing in all five countries"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our Tour Manager, Brian Swanson, was pleasant and thoughtful of everyone. He took time to listen to all the people. Our Bus Driver, Eric, was an excellent driver to manuveur the very large bus in narrow mountain roads past other large vehicles. The bus was clean and comfortable. The hotels were clean, comfortable, and each one was unique for its own decor. I'm still dreaming of the beautiful mountains and Alpine valleys with flowers and grapevines, cows and horses.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"In Lauterbrunnen , Switzerland I could see the waterfall on the cliff outside the French doors and listen to beautiful piano music. The gondola rides up the famous mountains showed us spectacular views. We rode up early once with the mountain climbers in full gear. The 007 James Bond movie museum on Schilthorn Mountain, Piz Gloria, was interesting and fun to call on the Red phone for the Secret Mission. The Revolving Restaurant had a 360 degree view of the Alps and delicious food! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tour was very well organized and definitely allowed us to experience Europe as it really is.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The day spent in Lauterbrunnen Valley (Murren, Grimelwald, Piz Gloria and James Bond Breakfast brunch), seeing cows driven up to the high meadows, buying high alpine cheese directly from a farmer."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour was a great experience. We thought it was paced out very well between countries. The hotels were nice and the people we met were so friendly.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We went to Fussen Germany. Getting to ride bikes along the beautiful lake near downtown was magical."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

This was our first MY WAY tour. We have done six full tours prior. We loved the places we went and the bus driver was amazing as well as the group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were a number of them. The top of Mont Blanc was one of our WOW moments!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We all had fun as a group yet had the total independence to do whatever we wanted at each new adventure.

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Good guide,tour,tour companions.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen valley "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lauterbrunnen Valley with waterfalls (reminded me of Yosemite Valley); hikes viewing the mountains above the valley floor."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The Alpine MyWay trip was amazing! We wanted to sample different places for hiking in the Alps, and this trip was the perfect way to do it. The hotels we stayed in made us feel like we were immersed in the culture. Each location offered wonderful options for either hiking or touring, no matter the weather.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking down the moraine ridge trail below the Eiger glacier near Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. We turned the corner, escaped the crowds, and felt like we were hiking on top of the world. So many unbelievable views hiking in Switzerland!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was the best!! Even though the weather was not cooperating till the last two countries, the trip couldn’t have been better. Our tour manager, Gretchen, was so sweet & helpful. And our fellow travelers were the friendliest group we could of asked for. We had so much fun with them whenever & wherever we met up. I credit Gretchen with that since she had a way of bringing us all together socially. But what was most outstanding was the itinerary itself. Can’t recommend this tour enough!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many “wow” moments in all 5 countries that this tour took us to. But on the last day of the tour when we were in France, three of us that were traveling together, decided to paraglide from Mt. Blanc (a suggestion in RS guidebook). We had watched the paragliders flying over our heads in almost every country and toyed with the thought of doing it ourselves. Well, it was the best decision we made and the most thrilling experience of our lives. Even at 73, I did it!! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Such a great survey of the Alps and alpine culture and history. Beyond the scenery, which was uniformly gorgeous, it was fun to sample the different cultures, multiple languages, and diverse foods, and learn how to greet someone on the meadow trails with the appropriate expression (in German, Italian, Swiss German, German, and French) and to navigate the diverse transportation options was a thrill. I mean, how many people get to hike in the Alps in multiple countries?

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The funny thing is that my 'wow' moment wasn't even supposed to be on the tour. We had some bad weather on the first part and the day we were supposed to go up the Zugspitze, the summit was completely socked in. So our guides took us instead to Ehrenberg, a medieval fortress complex guarding an important pass. It was such a great historical site, and there was a terrific little museum there. I felt like some part of history that had been unclear to me before was now plain."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

All of the countries we visited were beautiful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The thrill walk"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

It’s was a great way to sample the European Alps. We covered a lot of ground.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking alone with my husband in Castelrotto. No one around, the spooky mountains coming in and out of the clouds. Then finding a cozy mountain inn for hot tea and strudel."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Great hotels

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Moon over the Lauterbrennen valley"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The layout of the tour as a My Way was perfect for my husband and I. Taking away the transportation hassles and lodging and giving us the latitude to choose our activities worked very well. I would definitely travel on a Rick Steves My Way tour again

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is hard to choose but the beauty of the Lauterbrunnen Valley was breathtaking. As an avid hiker it was wonderful to enjoy the countryside. My husband and I did Paraglide for the first time in Chamoniix with Sean Potts (recommended in his tour book) and that was fabulous as well."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Just what I expected from my first My Way tour

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The ice man museum in Bolzano Italy"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Many superlatives could be used to sum up my tour experience. I will say that enlightening is the one I choose to define the overall experience. My faith in the ability of people to be respectful and civil has been battered over the last several years but joining this group of adventurous travelers was a welcomed respite. The tour provided not only the joys of visiting new and beautiful locales, but also the shared enthusiasm of fellow tour members.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I have several "wow" moments that come to mind. In keeping with the well-worn cliche, "you always remember your first...", I have to say arriving in Castelrotto and seeing the stunning natural beauty was perhaps the moment that I had most anticipated before embarking on the tour. I was not disappointed."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This "My Way" tour was a bit different than our previous two RS tours. Our adult children chose it because they wanted more control over activities, but assistance with hotels and transportation. Since this trip was a gift to them, it worked out well for them. We had a great time as well, but will probably choose a more standard tour. At our age, there is something to be said for having one's plans already planned.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Climbing the Alps whether by foot or cable car always made for an unforgettable picture and experience."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Alpe di Suise"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very pleased with the tour. The weather was a little uncooperative but everyone made the most of it by donning a rainsuit or umbrella. Excellent hiking with great views. Wonderful way to experience the Alps with newly made friends and our son and his fiancee.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to narrow them down. We enjoyed a dinner and concert of Mozart music overlooking Salzburg, a cable car up the Zugspitze, a lunch in a small restaurant in Murren after a wonderful hike, and many more!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything about the tour was great, loved the locations and had a good group. Unfortunately the weather was less than stellar, many rainy days.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Taking the cablecar to the Stilthorn Piz Gloria summit and having the weather clear for a bit."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Cloudy with chance of amazing discoveries every day.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Having a hotdog in the square in Bolzano in the sunshine after experiencing Otzi !"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Despite some rainy weather, the tour was excellent. Hotels were good, our tour “manager” Ylva (spelling?) was very good, The locations we visited were well-chosen and the Rick Steves Guidebook provided to all of us gave quite useful information. The bus driver was delightful and drove beautifully. The cost was reasonable. No complaints at all! (Well, you might provide a bit more sunshine next time🤪!)

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Gimmelwald, cows with bells walking down the street in Murren, the hotel in Castelrotto with free espresso all day and fabulous breakfasts, amazing Citron (lemon) gelato in Fussen, and of course the Alpine peaks and gondola views. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Well selected hotels, well-managed transport between locations. Guide was attentive and helpful (she was called in at last minute to replace another guide, and did a good job despite never having led this particular tour).

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Wow moments were fewer than expected because rainy weather obscured most views of the Alps. However, we had one excellent day in the Alpi de Suisi, hiking in the Dolomites -- world class scenery. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

After years of travelling on our own, it was nice to have the practicalities (hotels, transportation) taken care of. We liked the freedom of planning our own activities but having a knowledgeable guide to steer us in the right direction.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Getting off the gondola in Mannlichen on a crystal clear day and seeing the ring of mountains and the valleys below."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This was my first Rick Steves tour. I liked the freedom of the My Way tour but appreciated that I didn`t have to worry about travel and hotels.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The cows with their bells in Wengen coming down from their summer pastures, because I wasn`t expecting it. Otherwise I loved the views on Männlichen-Kleine walk."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

From beginning to end, this tour was outstanding. This was my first "My Way" tour and I loved every minute. Each location was spectacular, filled with amazing views and experiences. Our guide, Gretchen was extremely helpful, providing us with information about hotels, restaurants, and hiking options. The hotels were centrally located and were welcoming to our group. I had wonderful experiences at every stop; the trip exceeded my expectations.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking the trails above Lauterbrunnen was my favorite "wow" moment. Pictures do not capture the beauty of this area. The North Face trail was especially beautiful, each turn in the trail provided a new vista. The Dolomites were also stunning, however we had low clouds hanging over the peaks for most of the day. Both locations had easy access to the trails, cable cars, gondolas, trains transported us up to the trailheads. Very easy to navigate."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We really enjoyed the places we visited and the “My Way” program.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hiking in the Lauterbrunnen mountains was my favorite wow moment."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Joy. I felt we had a lot of luck come our way but I understand that is because I trusted your company in the first place and all the great preparation provided for us. Thank you for great guidance!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Watching my adult son's reaction to the first really huge mountain in Italy. It was his childhood face of seeing something totally awesome. That's what it's all about. We both had a tough time recently with loss of his father, my beloved husband and also we both were frontline full time workers through the pandemic so lets just say we were in need of a vacation somewhere awesome!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Lauterbrunnen Valley was the Alps of the Alps! Good thing you didn't to start there, since the earlier locations were stunning!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Aiguille du midi was perfectly clear and we were treated to a 100 mile view in all directions. Also the lauger brunnen valley was special except for the clouds on schilthorn peak. What great fun."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband and I chose the "My Way" tour because we prefer to choose our own activities when we travel, but it was such a convenience and a pleasure to have transportation and lodging arranged for us. We loved the unique hotels and the comfortable bus rides, as well as the help of Gretchen to choose our activities. It was wonderful having a knowledgeable guide and a helpful bus driver take the time to help us get our bearings in each new location.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My "wow!!!" moment was walking out on the balcony of our Hotel Staubach room to see the Lauterbrunnen Valley with the Staubach Waterfall and soaring steep cliffs framing my view of the sun shining on the snow-covered peaks of the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau. My internal conversation was "I'm here, I'm really here, I can't believe I'm really here!" "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We had an awesome experience. Rest was not on the agenda as we were on the go every day. But then there is only 1 way to cover the ground we did and absorb what we could, and that is what your itinerary provides. My way is truly great, and on several occasions we allowed ourselves to be caught up with the plans of others and that was really the only regrets. We made friends with our group, but our activity level was faster than others, and we learned that we really had to go on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Having spent the better part of 3 decades watching Rick on TV talk about the pleasantness of Gimmewald, entering in from above after walking from Murren, up and around the high meadows with the cows, past the Spritz waterfall and then seeing the almost mystical town below as we exited the forrest was the moment of the trip. We capped this with a great simple meal of raclette at the only place in town, then made it back to Wengen with ease and a great degree of satisfaction."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The places we visited in the Alps were stunning--all 5 of them! We met amazing people; the accommodations were wonderful; and the guide was delightful!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I cannot mention just one--the overall experience was superb!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My wife and I had an amazing time during the trip. Both our guide and our driver made the experience even better with their recommendations. Our tour group was fun and engaging. We enjoyed the activities options available at each city. We also were very please at the location of the hotels. We had easy access to restaurants and shopping.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is hard to choose one specific moment as our favorite. We loved hiking in the Dolomites mountains in Italy. We loved walking the old towns in Bolzano, Fuzen and Salzburg, but our favorite time was in Wengen Switzerland. We had an awesome time hiking at the top of the Schilthorn. We were lucky to have great weather and were rewarded with great views. The hiking options in this area are simply amazing. "