The Swiss Coup: Verbier and Zermatt on a Budget

, December 1, 2015

If you’re looking to take a refined approach to skiing in Switzerland by visiting two of its premier resorts, you’re in luck. It’s totally possible if you look into budget hostel options.

Verbier

Stay: The Bunker, dorm beds start from 25 Swiss Francs per night
Don’t miss: riding off the back of Montfort.
Ski passes: SFR 373 for 6 days.
Transport: Swiss Rail from Geneva to Le Châble then take the bus up the mountain.

Zermatt

Where to stay: Matterhorn Hostel, dorm beds from SFR 30 and the place is pretty cute.
Don’t miss: Stockhorn and Trifti for the bumps.
Lift passes: SFR 380 for 6 days.
From Swiss Rail: alight at Visp and take the mountain train to Zermatt.