Zermatt Travel Guide: Your Alpine Experience in Switzerland's Majestic Matterhorn

Zermatt is a stunning resort town in the south of Switzerland with a panoramic and adventurous setting. Lying below the iconic Matterhorn mountain, the region is renowned for skiing and hiking trails and adventures. Bahnhofstrasse in Zermatt is one of the most expensive and exclusive shopping destinations in the country that is is a dream world for the shopping freaks.

The beautiful and charming Zermatt village is an ultimate vacation destination that offers endless possibilities to the explorers, made even more enticing with Switzerland tour packages. Without a doubt, the classic Matterhorn peak is the most popular and most visited among all. Climb aboard the Gornergrat Railway and enjoy breathtaking views of stunning peaks, with the Matterhorn at the center of it all. To fully immerse yourself in its beauty, embark on an exciting tour to the Matterhorn glacier paradise, where you gain access to the highest cable car in Europe.

Getting in zermatt

Zermatt does not have a dedicated international airport. However, you can travel from Zurich International airport which is the main international airport in Switzerland. You may either take a train or bus from Zurich to reach Lucerne. There are multiple flights that operate to Zurich from major Indian international airports.

DEPARTURE	DURATION	LOWEST ROUND TRIP DEALS
Delhi	15h, 1 stop	Rs 19,961
Mumbai	13h, 1 stop	Rs 24,184
Chennai	13h, 1 stop	Rs 30,657
Kolkata	16h, 1 stop	Rs 33,428
Hyderabad	13h, 1 stop	Rs 27,256
Bangalore	13h, 1 stop	Rs 27,256
Kochi	14h, 1 stop	Rs 27,151
Trichy	18h, 2 stops	Rs 38,370

Getting out of zermatt

Zurich International airport operates flights to all domestic terminals as well as nearby countries like France, Italy, Spain, Germany and Netherlands. You may take a quick detour to any of these neighbouring countries if you are planning to travel to Switzerland for 8 days or more.

Public Transport in zermatt

Small electric buses are the public transport within Zermatt. If you have a ticket for any of the cable cars/mountain trains, you'll get a free ride to get there. The buses are also free for anyone with a Swiss Travel Pass.

Taxi & Airport transfer in zermatt

It is quite difficult to get taxis in Zermatt since it is located at the foothill of The Alps. People generally pre-book a taxi from Täsch to arrive here. You can book a taxi at Taxi Christophe which is the closest taxi service while entering Täsch.

Transport & city passes in zermatt

You can avail the Swiss Pass to explore Zermatt. The same provides a 50% dicount on the mountain railroads and cable cars as well as offers free public transportation and admission into museums in other cities.

Driving & Car rental in zermatt

Renting a car is comparatively expensive vis-a-vis public transportation. However many tourists arrive to Zermatt on self-driven cars and go on to visit neighbouring cities as well as countries, at their own leisure. Make sure to abide by the road rules and other safety measures applicable to Switzerland. Alternatively, you can hire a driver while renting the car.