Zurich Tours With a Twist: Hidden Hikes, Swiss Chocolate & the Circular Economy
- giadarocca
- Jun 19
- 2 min read
So honored to have been a guest on THE podcast for all things Switzerland - the one and only @holidaystoswitzerland travel podcast, hosted by the lovely Carolyn Schonafiger, a podcast sponsored by Switzerland Tourism. Positively looking forward to sharing my unique combination of sightseeing and step-counting in the city, to turn every city street into a hiking trail 🙌
Have a listen at Episode 136, which is all about urban hiking, sustainable travel and the circular economy, featuring myself @zurich.urban.hikes and Diana from @detours_zuerich. The @holidaystoswitzerland is such an incredible resource to find all the information you need to get your Switzerland travel planning juices flowing, with literally hundreds of episodes covering everything from hiking to trains, food, culture, places to see on and off the beaten path… check it out.
Click on the link below to listen in:
Here is Carolyn in her own words about the episode:
I absolutely loved chatting with two inspiring women on the Holidays to Switzerland Travel Podcast recently! 🎙️
Giada Rocca, founder of Zurich Urban Hikes, and Diana Fischer, founder of Detours Zurich, are redefining what it means to experience Zurich - and to travel responsibly.
Both women are passionate about connecting visitors to the local community and environment, whether it’s on an immersive urban hike or a sustainability-focused chocolate tour.
Here are my top 3 takeaways from this episode for anyone interested in meaningful travel:
✅ Go Slow & Go Local: Take the time to wander, get a little lost, talk to locals, and explore hidden gems off the tourist trail. Authentic experiences are found in small shops, parks, and artisan workshops—sometimes just around the corner from the main attractions.
✅ Support Sustainability & Social Impact: Both Zurich Urban Hikes and Detours Zurich are committed to sustainable practices, from car-free city adventures to hands-on tours with local change makers. Look for experiences that benefit the local community and inspire you to make small, positive changes—even after you return home.
✅ Choose Small Businesses & Book Direct: Supporting small, family-run businesses and booking tours or accommodations directly (rather than through large platforms) helps keep tourism dollars within the local community and ensures the unique character of neighbourhoods thrives.
If you’re heading to Zurich or want to be a more conscious traveler anywhere in the world, these are two experiences you don’t want to miss. 👣🍫 Tune in to episode 136 of the Holidays to Switzerland podcast on your favourite podcast player or via this link https://lnkd.in/gpqtNajU
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