The most-asked and least honestly answered question. Estimates at 2026 prices (CHF ≈ 4.6 SAR), family of four, one week, excluding flights.

Budget: CHF 4,000–5,200

Serviced apartments one train stop outside centers (150-220/night), supermarket lunches, Half Fare Card + free Junior Card for kids, one carefully chosen summit (Schilthorn over Jungfraujoch halves the price).

Mid-range: CHF 7,500–10,500

Central 3-4 star hotels, daily restaurants, full Swiss Travel Pass, two-three summits.

Luxury: CHF 15,000+

Five-star lake views and private tours — though even here, spend on hotels: the ordinary Swiss train outclasses most limousines.

Where money actually goes

Lodging 40%, food 25%, transport 20%, summits 15% — the feared summits are the smallest line when planned well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Daily figure per adult?

CHF 120-150 budget, 250-350 mid, 500+ luxury, all-inclusive averaged.

Card or cash?

Cards cover virtually everything; CHF 50-100 cash as backup.

Cheapest season?

May–early June and September–October: 20-30% cheaper hotels and often clearer summit weather.