The multi-day “Transalp” tour by E-bike is highly challenging and is therefore aimed at experienced riders seeking adventure in the border region between Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. The majority of the route traverses singletrails ranging from S1 to S2, offering a mix of natural obstacles and demanding sections that require both skill and experience. To gain a better understanding of the trail requirements, we recommend watching the available video beforehand.
We cross the country borders several times, providing a fascinating insight into the cultural diversity and natural landscapes of each region. Thanks to our luggage transport service, you don’t need to worry about additional weight and can fully focus on enjoying the tour experience.
Accommodation consists of carefully selected 3- to 4-star hotels, ensuring comfort and relaxation after an active day. By the way, for those without their own E-bike, bike rental is available at the starting point in Scuol, allowing everyone to embark on this unique adventure worry-free.
Stage 1: Samnaun – Ischgl
We meet in Scuol and from there we will take a shuttle to Samnaun. The first day serves as an introduction, allowing participants to get to know each other and warm up together. We utilize the cable car to prepare for the challenging days ahead and to gain a feel for the group dynamics and terrain.
Stage 2: Ischgl – Scuol
The second day of the tour presents a true challenge, starting with a cable car ride taking participants to over 2730 meters above sea level. This stage features a total ascent of 1400 meters and an impressive descent of 3000 meters. The route primarily consists of S2 trails, including technically demanding sections and steep ascents up to Fimberpass at 2609 meters. The long descent to Scuol in the Engadin region offers a diverse and exciting experience.
Stage 3: Scuol – Mals
The third stage from Scuol to Mals offers a slightly more relaxed challenge with an ascent of 2200 meters and a descent of 2400 meters. In terms of trail difficulty, this stage is likely the easiest, providing participants with a welcome break after the demanding previous day. The route mainly follows easier paths or roads, with the majority of descents on S1-S2 trails. This stage is ideal for recovery while enjoying the beauty of South Tyrol.
Stage 4: Mals – Livigno
The fourth stage of the Transalp Tour begins with a bike shuttle to take participants to the Ofenpass. From there, the route heads towards Val Mora, offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape near the Swiss National Park. The trails are primarily classified as S1, with some S2 sections, striking a good balance between challenge and enjoyment. After arriving in Livigno, participants can relax and unwind in the laid-back Italian atmosphere, recovering from the day’s efforts. With an ascent of 1400 meters and a descent of 1600 meters, this stage offers a successful combination of sporting challenge and impressive natural experience.
Stage 5: Livigno – Poschiavo
The fifth stage from Livigno to Poschiavo is a highlight of the tour in the high Alps. With an ascent of 1400 meters and a descent of 2500 meters, it offers a challenging and impressive riding experience. The transition from Forcola di Livigno to Passo del Bernina is particularly spectacular and undoubtedly a highlight of the entire tour. The trails are mostly classified as S2, making this stage one of the longest and most challenging days.
Stage 6: Poschiavo – Tirano
The final stage from Poschiavo to Tirano offers a somewhat more relaxed route with an ascent of 1500 meters and a descent of 2000 meters. The majority of the trails are classified as S1 to S2, with most ascents on forest roads, making riding easier. Upon arrival in Tirano, participants will be greeted by a shuttle bus, providing a comfortable return to the starting point of the tour. This stage marks a pleasant conclusion to the Transalp Tour.
EXCELLENT Based on 138 reviews Adinah2025-03-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Manuel was a fantastic off piste skiing guide! There wasn't much snow this season, yet Manuel managed to find hidden pockets of untouched snow with gorgeous views of the Alps. He was very patient with me and taught me how to use telemark skis with skins. Manuel even met me at the rental store to make sure I got the appropriate skis. I thoroughly enjoyed my day skiing with Manuel. It was relaxing and challenging at the same time. I hope to return and book more adventures with Ride and Smile. Tiago Baleizão2025-03-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, with great instructors and guides, and a seamless experience as customer in all processes and contacts. Jiani Zhou2025-03-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It has been a great experience to learn how to ski from Manuel. Manuel provided spot-on instructions and is patient and positive. Highly recommended! Veronica Fernandez Corral2025-03-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We arrived in Davos with no previous experience in skiing and spent some hours over 2 days with Manuel. He is such a wonderful teacher. He was super encouraging and patient. From explaining us the basics to helping us getting independent in the slopes and making the whole experience very enjoyable. He explained everything very clear and was an amazing support. Thank you so much, Manuel! I would 100% recommend. We couldn’t be happier with having chosen Ride & Smile for some lessons. Fernanda was also very kind and made the booking process very easy. Alexandre Glaus2025-03-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vor 2 Wochen war ich mit 6 weiteren Freunden auf einer Ski Tour mit Manuel. Die Organisation bis zur Durchführung war top. Er hat uns trotz schlechten Schneeverhältnissen in die richtigen Ecken geführt, so dass wir doch noch tolle Tiefschneehänge hatten. Ich werde auf jeden Fall wieder mit Ride and Smile buchen. Luigi Soncin2025-03-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The classes with Massimo were amazing. He has been really patient, flexible and present. Loved. On my 3rd class I reach the basic turn. Loved. Highly recommend. Allan Capili2025-03-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A fantastic 4 days snowboarding with Massimo as our instructor, mountain guide and new friend for life! As a family of 4 from Boston (2 parents and 2 boys of 12 and 15) we decided to visit Switzerland and learn snowboarding for the first time. We came across Ride and Smile online as a highly rated school. We were partnered with Massimo, an instructor who was super excited to take on the challenge of instructing an entire family of mixed ages, different levels of stamina and ultimately varying levels of natural talent. He greeted us each day with a huge smile and a group hug. We started with the basics, adapting his teaching approach to each of us based on our individual needs. Some of the family advanced quicker, but he really wanted to bring us all along for the ride and was extremely patient. He kept encouraging the slower progressing amongst the group to keep trying, emphasizing that it takes time to master the basics and that once it clicks it will feel amazing. By the fourth day my eldest son was cruising down a red slope like a pro - he will undoubtedly be a snowboarder for life. What made this experience so special was Massimo and his teaching style. His energy was truly infectious - truly positive and welcoming. We made so many memories thanks to Massimo!! Patrik Melin2025-02-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We skied with Manuel. Great experience! Very good both for our children and us adults. Perfect day! Sebastian Glaus2025-02-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Unsere Skitour mit Manuel war sehr gut organisiert und professionell geführt. Die Route war gut gewählt und bot eine schöne Mischung aus Herausforderung und Genuss. Manuel kennt sich im Gebirge von Klosters/Davos/Arosa sehr gut aus und war sehr umgänglich und kommunikativ. Wir kommen gerne wieder! Martin Larrabure2025-02-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Manuel took us to the best routes in the mountains. Amazing touring experience!
EXCELLENT Based on 109 reviews Passenger6161602025-03-24Verified Wonderful Experience: great skiing and fantastic views Ride and Smile is wonderful all around. From the time I expressed interest in booking until after I finished my day skiing when I received photos and videos from my adventure, they were very responsive and attentive. I was able to speak with my guide, Manuel, before booking to make sure my expectations would be met. I'm happy to report that the actual experience exceeded them. Manuel knew how to find the perfect areas for off piste skiing that matched my ability and also offered spectacular views. I hope to come back and book more days with Ride and Smile. TSB2002025-03-18Verified Great experience! Great service, with great instructors and guides, and a seamless experience as customer in all processes and contacts. Voyage495038870802025-03-12Verified If you want to learn how to ski - this is the company! We arrived in Davos with no previous experience in skiing and couldn’t be happier with having chosen Ride & Smile for some lessons. We reached out via WhatsApp and Fernanda was very kind and made the process very easy. We booked the lessons and spent some hours over 2 days with Manuel. He is such a wonderful teacher. He was super encouraging and patient. From explaining us the basics to helping us getting independent in the slopes and making the whole experience very enjoyable. He explained everything very clear and was an amazing support. I would 100% recommend! Thank you so much, Manuel! Anastasia V2025-03-04Verified Recommended! Tiziano was an outstanding teacher! He was incredibly helpful and helped me perfectly in our personal lessons. The technique I learned is exactly what I was looking for. I can highly recommend it! Thank you for the great support! Andrew B2025-02-23Verified Really excellent! This is the second year in a row that we have used Ride and Smile and we had Manuel as our guide for two days this time around. He was excellent. Incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and he struck the right balance between having fun and tuition - he was always encouraging and the improvement in all of us over a short period was clearly evident. We couldn’t recommend him and Ride and Smile highly enough. J J2025-02-22Verified Thank you We spent some wonderful days skiing in Davos / Klosters. The Ride & Smile team was very helpful in organizing the ski lessons, and they accommodated all of my requests. Our instructor Lisa was super nice. She made the lessons fun for all age groups and skill levels, including the youngest member of the group who loves speed and bumpy rides. She also gave us lots of useful tips with things to do and where to ski. Thank you! Mobile126043236812025-02-19Verified Everything we hoped for and more! We signed up our two girls (ages 4 and 6) for classes over 4 days. Given their traumatic ski experience the year before, and the fact that they kept saying "I hate skiing, I don't wanna ski", we were seriously concerned whether they would make it even half-way the classes. Well we were so lucky to have Luna as our instructor! She had such a child-friendly approach, she connected with them and was so motivating and supportive! They loved it so much and kept saying they want to go on the big slopes and do races. We are sooo grateful for such an amazing experience! Francesca B2025-02-02Verified Excellent I had an amazing experience with Luna as my ski instructor in Davos! In just two hours, she helped me improve significantly, making me feel much more confident on the slopes. Her teaching style is clear, patient, and super encouraging. Luna is not only skilled but also incredibly kind and resourceful, always finding the right tips to help me progress quickly. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their skiing while having a great time. Thank you, Luna! Igor2025-01-14Verified Ski lessons in Davos I booked 4 ski lessons. I must admit that at first I didn't think I would be able to go on the red and blue slopes, because I had never skied before.All my lessons were with teacher Simone, he was really nice to me, he managed to do exercises that suited my learning style, his positivity was really contagious and seeing that he was happy with my achievements made me want to learn more and more.On the last day of my lessons, I was already able to go on the red slopes with some ease. This whole experience made me enjoy skiing and I can't wait for the next time.I would like to thank the entire Ride and Smile team for everything. PEDRO B2025-01-09Verified Snowboard lessons I really enjoyed the snowbord in Davos lesson with Tiziano, I am 17 years old, that was my first time doing snowboard and after 3 lessons i was already doing the turns really good and also doing jump at the snow park
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