Off the Beaten Path Journeys

Beyond the postcards and polished peaks lies a Switzerland that whispers instead of shouts — a world of quiet trails, alpine hamlets, and undiscovered beauty. Our Off the Beaten Path Journeys are designed for travelers who seek connection over crowds, authenticity over itinerary checklists, and experiences that unfold at their own rhythm.

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Start your escape in Appenzell, where rolling green meadows meet centuries-old customs. Walk with a local cheesemaker into his alpine hut, where you’ll stir milk over an open fire and taste cheese so fresh it never leaves the mountain. Or journey through Engadine’s remote valleys, where ancient Romansh villages cling to the slopes, and every wooden door tells a story.

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Continue south toward Val Bavona, one of Switzerland’s wildest valleys — a fairytale landscape of stone cottages, waterfalls, and untouched wilderness where time seems to pause. Enjoy a private picnic beside glacial streams, prepared with regional specialties and local wine chilled by nature itself.

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For the true explorer, take a scenic train to Lötschental, the “Valley of the Masks.” Here, centuries-old folklore still lives, celebrated in wooden carvings, carnival rituals, and family legends. Meet the artisans who keep these traditions alive — and perhaps find your own place among them.

Every Watermark journey off the map is carefully crafted to balance discovery with comfort — intimate lodges, discreet drivers, and guides who know every hidden corner. These are stories no guidebook can tell — only those who go beyond will understand.

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Featured Experiences:

• Appenzell Alpine Cheese & Culture Trail

• Engadine Valley Heritage Walk

• Val Bavona Waterfalls & Wild Picnic Experience

• Lötschental Mask Carving & Tradition Tour

• Hidden Alps by Private Rail