HIGH ALPS • JULY 17–27, 2027
Alps High Passes 2027 — The School of the Mountain
5 countries, 11 days, the most legendary passes of European motorcycling. 2,700 km on a BMW R1300GS through alpine engineering.
The Alps aren’t crossed — they’re respected. You leave Munich under BMW’s history, climb the first mountain range in Austria via Grossglockner Hochalpenstrasse, and from there on the road stops being a road. It becomes engineering, rhythm, conquest.
Stelvio with 48 zigzag hairpins. Furka with the memory of James Bond. Grimsel at the edge of the glacier. Sustenpass drawn like a painting on the mountainside. Eleven days on a BMW R1300GS, 2,700 kilometers, five countries crossed from end to end — Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France.
It’s the most technical tour on the UpSerra calendar. It’s not desert, it’s not pampas, it’s not Andean cordillera — it’s the European school of the mountain. Here, every pass has its own name, every curve carries a story. Whoever rides the Alps once never looks at a road the same way again.
ALPS IN MOTION
See how the last edition went
Stelvio, Furka, Grimsel, Mont Blanc in motion. What UpSerra delivers for real — not in slogans, in roads.
THE ROUTE
Munich → Dolomites → Stelvio → Mont Blanc → Munich
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
11 days. The passes that change a rider.
Welcome in Munich, technical bike briefing, gear adjustments and welcome dinner. Those who arrive early can enjoy the Bavarian historic center.
Early start. We cross the Bavarian plain to the first Alpine ranges, entering Austria. Absolute highlight: Grossglockner Hochalpenstrasse, with the Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe viewpoint — direct view of the Grossglockner (3,798 m), Austria’s highest mountain. Overnight in Lienz, East Tyrol.
Entering the Dolomites. A sequence of legendary passes: Passo di Stalle, Cortina d’Ampezzo (the “Queen of the Dolomites”), Passo di Giau (2,236 m, open panorama), Passo Pordoi (2,239 m, 48 hairpins in zigzag), Passo Sella.
Technical crossing between Italy, Austria and Switzerland. Passo di Monte Giovo (Jaufenpass), Passo Rombo (Timmelsjoch, 2,474 m — an alpine colossus with a museum at the top), Passo di Resia. Lake Resia with the famous submerged church tower emerging from the water.
The most awaited day. Passo dello Stelvio (2,757 m) — the “King of the Alps”, the second highest paved pass in Europe, 48 tight hairpins on the Italian side. Sequence with Foscagno, Forcola di Livigno, Passo Bernina (2,328 m, Morteratsch glacier and Lago Bianco). Davos closes the day.
Endurance day through the Grisons. Julierpass, Malojapass (zigzag curves above the Engadine lakes), Splügenpass (a hidden gem), Passo del San Bernardino, Lukmanierpass, Oberalppass (with the red lighthouse at the top). Andermatt — the mythical village of alpine motorcycling.
The most famous Swiss passes in sequence. Sustenpass (2,224 m, glacier view), Grimselpass (with view of the Oberaar glacier), Furkapass (2,429 m — the one from James Bond’s Goldfinger), Passo San Gottardo, Nufenenpass (2,478 m). Pure riding theater.
A lighter day with cinematic scenery. Forclaz Pass and Col des Montets to Chamonix, at the foot of the Mont Blanc massif. Free afternoon — recommended the Aiguille du Midi cable car to contemplate Mont Blanc (4,808 m) and the glaciers. Overnight in the world’s most famous Alpine village.
Back to Switzerland via the Grand St. Bernard (2,469 m, historic hospice), Champex-Lac, Les Mosses, Jaunpass. Special stops: the Gruyère cheese factory and the first Nestlé factory in Broc (Swiss chocolate, museum). Overnight in Interlaken, between Lakes Thun and Brienz.
The longest, most scenic stretch. Brünigpass, Klausenpass (1,948 m, dramatic), passing by crystalline alpine lakes (Sarnen, Lungern). Arrival in Innsbruck, Tyrolean capital, surrounded by impressive mountains. Dinner in the historic city.
Final stretch. Small mountains and Austrian Alpine valleys, descending back to Bavaria. Arrival in Munich, bike return. Farewell dinner. Checkout on July 28 — those who want to extend, Bavaria, Salzburg and the Rhine Valley have much to offer.
THE PACKAGE
What’s included
✓ INCLUDED
- BMW R1300GS throughout the tour (rental paid by UpSerra)
- 10 nights in hand-picked Alpine hotels (Lienz, Selva di Val Gardena, Resia, Davos, Andermatt, Sierre, Chamonix, Interlaken, Innsbruck, Munich)
- Breakfast at every hotel
- UpSerra guiding from start to finish
- Support vehicle with luggage, parts and mechanical assistance
- Professional photo and video coverage
- Complete route planning and logistics
- Pre-trip assistance (documentation, equipment)
✗ NOT INCLUDED
- International travel insurance (mandatory — Allianz, Assist Card or similar)
- International flights (home country ↔ Munich)
- Fuel
- Meals beyond breakfast
- Tolls
- Motorcycle deposit and complementary rental-company insurance
- Optional activities in Chamonix
- Personal expenses
PRE-REQUISITES
Who can join
- Passport valid through January 2028 or later
- Valid motorcycle license (Category A) accepted by the European rental company; International Driving Permit recommended for non-EU citizens
- International credit card with minimum EUR 2,500 limit for the motorcycle deposit
- Experience on big motorcycles (700cc+) with comfort in technical curves — passes have 36–48 consecutive tight hairpins at altitude
- Own gear: helmet, jacket with protections, riding pants, gloves, boots. 2-in-1 jacket recommended — temperatures vary from 5°C / 41°F at the peaks to 28°C / 82°F in the valleys
- Arrive in Munich by 2pm on July 17 — delays compromise the Day 1 briefing and departure
- Vaccinations: none required for the EU
RESERVATION
Reserve your seat — Alps High Passes 2027 · Jul 2027
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
I don’t have European mountain experience, can I still join?
Possibly, but you need consistent prior experience on a big motorcycle (700cc+) and comfort in technical curves. The Alps have passes with 36–48 consecutive tight hairpins at altitude — it’s not a stretch for a first international trip. If you’ve already done Carretera Austral, Atacama, Mendoza or have mileage on big mountain roads in your home country, you’re ready.
Is it cold in the Alps in July?
Alpine summer is the best time to ride the passes — pleasant temperatures (15–28°C / 59–82°F in the valleys), passes open and dry. But at altitude above 2,000 m (Stelvio, Furka, Grossglockner) it can reach 5–10°C / 41–50°F in the morning with wind. Layered gear is mandatory. Snow at the peaks is unlikely in July, but heavy rain may catch you on any stretch.
Do I need an International Driving Permit (IDP)?
The European rental partner accepts most Category A motorcycle licenses with translation. We recommend an International Driving Permit for non-EU citizens just to be safe. A valid passport is always required.
Which is the most technically demanding pass?
Grossglockner, without a doubt. It climbs to 2,504 m right on Day 2, has exposed stretches with strong winds, altitude that affects the bike’s torque, and unpredictable weather even in July. Stelvio, counterintuitively, is easier — the 48 tight hairpins have excellent asphalt and well-designed curves. Anyone who arrives at Stelvio after Grossglockner feels like riding a familiar mountain road on a sunny Sunday.
Can I extend the trip before or after the tour?
Yes. We recommend arriving in Munich 1–2 days early to adjust to the time zone and visit the BMW Museum and Marienplatz. After the tour, Bavaria, Salzburg and the Rhine Valley have much to offer. UpSerra helps plan the extension if you’d like.
How does insurance work?
Travel insurance (NOT included): the rider arranges this on their own with medical, repatriation and baggage coverage. We recommend Allianz, Assist Card or similar. Motorcycle insurance (NOT included): directly with the European rental company. CDW is worth contracting to reduce the deductible in case of an accident — UpSerra advises on the details.
PRICING
Package with BMW R1300GS and UpSerra logistics
| Modality | Price |
|---|---|
| Rider without passenger (solo) | EUR 13,000 |
| Rider with passenger (couple) | EUR 15,000 |
Prices in Euros. USD reference values, final amount confirmed at sign-up. International wire, credit card or installments — check options with our team on WhatsApp. Limited seats to keep the rhythm and full attention of the UpSerra team.
The Alps are waiting for you.
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