Frequently Asked Questions

• Airfare to and from Geneva airport
• Alcoholic beverages are not covered
• Medical and Travel Insurance. Medical Insurance is required in order to take part in the trip. Travel Insurance is highly recommended in the case of cancellation from your side.
• Bike rentals – Contact us for more information if you need to rent a bike at one of our partner bike shops.

Due to the profile of the Swiss Alps, it is strongly recommended that all participants have at least an intermediate level of technical ability. The trails we encounter can range from smooth trails with amazing flow to very technical trails with some exposure at times. At all times our guides will support you to improve your riding skills but only you can judge if a portion of the trail should be walked. All riders should be fit and able to ride a bike for over 4 hours per day for seven consecutive days. Some days will require an hour and a half long climb with some hike a bike portions to access lone summits and remote mountain passes. Contact us for a specifically designed training program to ensure you’ll enjoy every moment on the bike.

All airlines allow packed bikes on board. Please contact your airline of choice for details and additional fees. Contact us about how to pack your bike if you don’t have a carry-case.

We highly recommend a dual suspension bike with at least 5 inches of travel and all-around disk brakes. To ensure your safety, make sure your bike is in excellent mechanical order. It is best to arrive with fresh rubber and newly broken in brake pads as we’ll be doing more riding and descending in one week than most people do in a season. Make sure to pack away an extra set of brake pads as they are often appreciated halfway through the trip. Helmets are required at all times during riding and other protective gear is optional. All riders should have a small day pack to carry the supplied snacks and other gear to keep warm and dry in the case of changing mountain weather. Don’t forget a pocket headlamp to get through some of the mountain tunnels we’ll be exploring. We’ll send you a complete list of recommended gear in the ‘Get packed!!!’ dossier once registered for a trip.

Yes, contact us for more information if you need to rent a bike at one of our partner bike shops.

Inspired Mountain Bike Adventures only accommodate 7 guests at a time to ensure the best level of quality. Two guides will be present to guarantee the safety of the group at all times. On the trail a smaller riding group is usually appreciated by everyone. We find that a small number of travellers will allow everyone to feel comfortable and a good ambiance settles in from day one.

The Inspired team lodges in our private chalet perched on the mountain side at over 5000ft. The chalet is a newly constructed mix of modern amenities and Swiss traditions. All double rooms have two single beds and a private bathroom and toilet. Upstairs the living room and deck provide an ideal place to soak in the view and relax after a day’s outing on the trails. Contact us if you wish to purchase a single room supplement.

Six diners will be served home cooked at the the chalet with a cuisine covering Swiss, French and Italian specialities.  In Zermatt you’ll be on your own to choose your restaurant of choice. All breakfasts are included and so are mid day snacks on the trail. If you have any particular eating restraints or preferences please contact us, and we’ll arrange things as best as we can.

We send out our ‘Get packed!!!’ dossier full of useful information. It includes everything from:

• what type of clothing to pack
• recommended personal items
• bike preparation checklist
• how to pack your bike
• pre-departure training tips and guidelines.
• A list of important phone numbers
• Currency conversion rates
• Tips on Airfare
• Cultural and Tourist information about the region
• Other travel tips

All guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult (preferably a family member). Please remember that all guests regardless of age must have the fitness level and technical ability as described earlier in the list of FAQs.

For summer trips it is best to book by the beginning of March to take advantage of interesting airfares. Please contact us for tips on airfare.

All Inspired Mountain Bike Adventure guests are require to have valid medical insurance. Upon registration it is necessary to fill in the Medical Release and Information form with information from your medical insurance policy. It is also necessary to include any information regarding allergies and other medical conditions of concern. All information will stay confidential. For more questions about medical insurance overseas please contact us for more information?

All Inspired Mountain Bike Adventure guests are require to have valid medical insurance. Upon registration it is necessary to fill in the Medical Release and Information form with information from your medical insurance policy. It is also necessary to include any information regarding allergies and other medical conditions of concern. All information will stay confidential. For more questions about medical insurance overseas please contact us for more information?

Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Aside from often providing a loss of baggage policy they are most appreciated when having to cancel travel plans due to personal or family medical concerns.

If you need to cancel a trip please consider our cancellation policy below.

• 90+ days prior to your trip – No cancellation fees
• 46 – 90 days prior to your trip – cancellation fee of 500 USD
• 0 – 45 days prior to your trip – cancellation fee of 1000 USD
• Travel/Cancellation insurance is strongly recommended

Once a trip is planned we will do everything in our power to respect the departure date. However if a cancellation does occur, then you will receive a full refund for the paid portion of your trip and a credit of 500 USD towards another Inspired Mountain Bike Adventures trip.

We will be more than happy to help you with any travel related activities. Please contact us to take advantage of our longtime experience in European travels.