One of our favorite things about UnTours, especially as we celebrate nearly 50 years, is that the trips don’t really end when you fly home. Sometimes, they quietly keep going for decades. UnTourist Beth Stus shared this story with us, and it’s a perfect reminder of what can happen when you slow down…
Some UnTours stories are about lifelong friendships. Others are about moments so perfectly timed—and so perfectly Swiss—that they stay with you forever. UnTourist William McClements shared this memory from a return trip to the Swiss Heartland in 2014. It’s a reminder that when you slow down and settle in, the magic often arrives quietly:…
Some of the best UnTours stories unfold in the quiet moments—on train rides, over shared meals, or in the unexpected generosity of the people you meet along the way. As we look back on 50 years of traveling differently, we’re reminded that UnTours has never been just about places. It’s always been about people: the…
When Marcia and Dan Brown set off for Switzerland in the summer of 2024, they weren’t just traveling with their daughter and son-in-law—they were introducing their two granddaughters to a world of alpine magic. “Switzerland, specifically Meiringen, was our home base in two lovely apartments, one on top of the other,” says Marcia. “Meiringen…
If you were to ask a room full of UnTourists where their fondest travel memories are from, we’d bet that the majority would respond with two words: the Heartland. This part of Switzerland regularly tops our list of most visited destinations, and it’s not uncommon to come across an UnTourist who’s visited more than once….
At UnTours, we believe travel has a ripple effect—it connects generations, deepens family bonds, and leaves stories that live on long after the suitcases are unpacked. Few stories capture this better than that of long-time UnTourist Sue Hamilton, whose family’s travels to Switzerland span three generations. What began as one man’s remarkable wartime journey has…
My son, Simon, is no stranger to hiking. He was born in the Rockies and spends his summers traipsing through alpine meadows with his hiking poles, looking for marmots, and learning about wildflowers. He’s an eager adventurer and has already racked up some serious miles in his short life. But he’s also four. His…
There’s something truly magical about European Christmas traditions. While the twinkling lights and festive markets may seem familiar, each country weaves its own unique cultural threads into the tapestry of holiday celebrations. As we embrace the spirit of slowing down and truly experiencing a place, let’s explore some of the most fascinating Christmas customs that…
You’re sitting on a sun-drenched terrace overlooking Lake Geneva with a glass of crisp Chasselas. The wine sparkles like the water below—refreshing, mineral-rich, and utterly delightful. When you return home, you make a mental note to pick up a bottle, only to discover later that finding Swiss wine outside Switzerland is nearly impossible. …
UnTourist Jerry Nolan shares with us his memories of The Four Pass Tour in Meiringen, Switzerland. Many years ago when Sandy and I were making our first forays into Switzerland under the care of UnTours (which turned into a multi year love affair with the country and the company) we noted ads for something called “The Three…