Switzerland
Switzerland
Switzerland
Switzerland
Switzerland
Switzerland
 

Switzerland

€1,150.00

Long May weekend in Switzerland – lakes, mountain scenery, small villages and enjoyable cycling routes.
Over four days, we will explore the Zurich, Zug and Albis regions,
combining pleasant cycling with an authentic Swiss atmosphere.

1–4 May 2027
4 days / 3 nights
Direct flight Riga – Zurich – Riga
Radisson hotel in the Albis area
3–4 cycling days
60–100 km per day
Small group
Zurich, Zug, Albis and a visit to the ETTER distillery

We will stay at one hotel and set out on a different cycling route each day –
along lakes, through small Swiss villages and on the beautiful roads of the Albis region.
As we will not change accommodation, we can ride without luggage and choose
the route best suited to the weather and the group each day.

The special highlight of the trip – ETTER
On one of the days, we will visit the
ETTER distillery in Zug,
where we will learn about traditional Swiss fruit brandy production and also taste
the local speciality,
Zuger Kirsch cherry brandy.

Four days in Switzerland – cycling, lakes, mountain scenery and a taste of authentic Switzerland.

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Description

How difficult will it be?
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
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2 / 5

This trip is designed more for those who want to enjoy the ride.
We will have three to four days to explore the Albis, Zurich and Zug regions by bike.

We will plan to ride approximately 60–100 km per day.
The routes will include flatter sections along the lakes, rolling country roads and some longer climbs,
but the aim will not be to accumulate as much elevation as possible.

We will stay at the same hotel for all three nights, so there will be no need to carry luggage on our bikes
and each day we can ride with only what we need for the day.


We will ride enough to truly experience Switzerland by bike,
while still having plenty of time to enjoy the lakes, views, villages and local atmosphere.

How do Velomens cycling tours work?

If this is your first Velomens cycling tour, I recommend reading this short introduction
about how our trips work, bicycle transportation and everyday life within the group.

Weather

By early May, Switzerland is already enjoying pleasant spring weather –
the landscape is bright green, everything is in bloom and the days are getting longer.

In the Albis, Zurich and Zug regions, daytime temperatures are usually around
+15 to +20 °C, although sunny days can be even warmer.

It is an excellent time for cycling –
the summer heat has not yet arrived, while spring is already in full bloom.

What kind of roads will we ride?

Switzerland is a true cycling country, where drivers are accustomed to cyclists
and cycling infrastructure is very well developed.

We will mostly choose smaller paved roads with little traffic.
Our routes will take us along Lakes Zurich and Zug, through green hills and small Swiss villages,
often with panoramic views of the Alps in the background.

Most of the routes will be on paved roads, so the most suitable choice will be a
road bike or a fast gravel bike.

Trip itinerary

1 May
Riga – Zurich
05:30 – meet at Riga Airport.
07:00–08:35 direct airBaltic flight Riga – Zurich
Approximately 45-minute transfer to our accommodation in
Affoltern am Albis.
We assemble our bikes, settle in and head out for a short introductory ride around the area in the afternoon.
Accommodation in Affoltern am Albis

2–3 May
Zurich · Zug · Albis
We will ride two beautiful cycling routes through the Zurich, Zug and Albis regions.
The routes will feature lakes, green hills, small villages and views of the Alps.
On one of the days, we will visit the
ETTER distillery in Zug,
where we will take a tour of the distillery and learn how traditional Swiss fruit brandies are produced.
There will also be an opportunity to taste
Zuger Kirsch cherry brandy, a speciality of the Zug region.
60–100 km by bike per day
ETTER distillery visit

4 May
Zurich – Riga
We will still have almost a full day to enjoy another cycling route,
for example around Lake Zurich.
In the afternoon, we will pack our bikes and at
17:00 take our transfer to the airport.
19:45–23:10 direct airBaltic flight Zurich – Riga

Accommodation

We will spend all three nights at
Prize by Radisson, Zurich Affoltern am Albis
in the town of Affoltern am Albis.

It will be an excellent base for our cycling routes –
between Zurich and Zug, close to the Albis hills and the Swiss Alps.

We will stay in comfortable twin/double rooms,
with breakfast available at the hotel every morning.

Meals

Breakfast at the hotel.
For dinner, we can choose from restaurants in the surrounding area,
while during our rides we will stop at cafés, restaurants or shops.

Cycling group

We will travel in a group of 10 cyclists.
The trip will be organised and led by Krišjānis Ratiniks (Velomens).

Tour leader

The trip will be organised and led by Krišjānis Ratiniks – Velomens,
an experienced cyclist, traveller and active travel organiser.

Krišjānis has travelled to 67 countries around the world
and has been organising and leading Velomens cycling tours in destinations around the world since 2019.

What to bring
  • your preferred comfortable and fast bicycle;
  • helmet and sunglasses;
  • cycling clothing;
  • comfortable casual clothing.


All information about packing your bicycle for air travel

TRIP PRICE
1150 EUR
Reservation deposit: 345 EUR   |  
Remaining balance: 805 EUR by 1 April 2027

Included in the price
  • Direct return flights Riga – Zurich – Riga;
  • bicycle transportation on the aircraft up to 25 kg;
  • 23 kg checked baggage;
  • 8 kg cabin baggage;
  • 3 nights at Prize by Radisson Zurich Affoltern am Albis;
  • hotel breakfast;
  • ETTER distillery tour and tasting;
  • planned paved-road cycling routes for each day;
  • assistance and advice in case of technical problems;
  • trip organisation and tour leadership;
  • photos during the trip.
Not included in the price
  • other meals;
  • travel insurance.

Payment
RESERVATION DEPOSIT
345 EUR
BY 1 APRIL 2027
805 EUR

Travel insurance

I recommend purchasing travel insurance from Swedbank or another reliable insurance company
immediately after booking the trip,
to protect yourself against unexpected expenses both if you are unable to travel
and in situations that may arise during the trip.

Any questions?
Email: krisjanis@velomens.lv
Phone: +371 28-37-33-29

Tour operator database registration No. T-2023-36

Additional information

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