Switzerland

A new trip in the RunBC lineup that has reached FULL capacity at this time. Please message Jen to be added to the waitlist.

The details

Dates: June 28 – July 7, 2027
Cost: $5,500 CAD, tax included

To save your spot, there is a $1,375 CAD non-refundable deposit due upon booking via e-transfer to seggerjen@gmail.com.

If you need to cancel and we’re able to fill your place with another suitable participant, we will refund your deposit.

The remaining $4,125 CAD is due March 31, 2027.
Cancellation Policy: The trip is 50% refundable up to May 15th and no refunds from May 16th onwards unless we can fill your spot. Prices are determined based on 8 committed runners. In the event you need to cancel, we always do our best to fill spots but no guarantee. 

Because we need to commit to hut and hotel bookings well in advance, we unfortunately need to stick fairly closely to these payment and cancellation terms. Thank you for your understanding.

Approximate itinerary

This is just a planning outline for now — we’ll send more details as the trip gets closer!

June 28 – Arrive in Arolla
Meet at the hotel and kick things off with a welcome dinner that evening.

June 29 – July 6 – 8 days of running
Eight days of guided mountain running through some pretty spectacular Swiss terrain.

July 6 – Zermatt
Final night and celebration dinner in Zermatt!

July 7 – Depart Zermatt

A note about the running: Our days on trail will be demanding in both distance and elevation. Plan for approximately 28–35 km/day and 1,500–2,000 m of vertical gain per day, with a combination of running and hiking — fastpack style! A detailed gear list and more information about the terrain will come closer to the trip. This is a high level, advanced adventure for people who are excited about big long days on their feet, are comfortable moving with a pack on and have experience with back to back days.

As with any mountain adventure, the exact itinerary may change due to weather, trail conditions, safety considerations or other circumstances. We’ll make those decisions as guides with the safety and enjoyment of the group in mind.

Getting there

For your arrival, Geneva is the most logical airport for getting to Arolla.

For the trip home, there isn’t an airport in Zermatt, but both Geneva and Zurich airports are accessible by train. Geneva is the simpler option if you’re booking a return flight, but Zurich is totally doable if the flight options work better for you — it’s just a longer train journey.

You’ll be responsible for booking your own flights and getting to Arolla at the beginning of the trip and onward from Zermatt at the end. We’ll provide more detailed travel and logistics information as we get closer.

What’s included

Your $5,500 CAD includes:

• All accommodation from June 28 through the night of July 6 (a mix of hotels and mountain huts)
• Welcome dinner in Arolla on June 28
• Breakfasts and dinners throughout the trip
• Final celebration dinner in Zermatt on July 6
• 8 days of guided mountain running
• Jen & Erika as your two guides
• Luggage transfer
• Trip planning and logistics
• Transportation required as part of the planned route, including gondolas/lifts, taxis, etc.
• RunBC hoody, sent to you in advance!

What’s not included

Personal equipment and expenses

Lunches and trail snacks

Alcoholic beverages and personal drinks

Airfare to/from Switzerland

Travel to Arolla at the beginning of the trip

Travel from Zermatt at the end of the trip

Personal travel, medical/rescue and trip-cancellation insurance

Gratuities as desired