
Day 1
Setting off
The group meets, the bikes and the kit are checked and loaded, and the leaders go through the route. A first stage on the bike, then the first camp is set up for the night.
- Bike and kit check
- First camp
Cycling

Vaud
Cycling through the Alps
Activities Cycling Mountain biking
01 / 08 · About the trip
Watch before you book
The Bike Travel Camp is a dynamic camp that combines exploration, learning and fun. With a program designed to encourage personal development and collaboration, this camp offers a bilingual and multicultural experience. A good bike level is needed to complete the bike travel camp.
02 / 08 · Day by day
The weekly programme.

Day 1
The group meets, the bikes and the kit are checked and loaded, and the leaders go through the route. A first stage on the bike, then the first camp is set up for the night.
Cycling
Day 2
Breakfast at camp, a morning on the bike, a picnic lunch on the way, then camp set up for the night and time to explore. Dinner is cooked together, then the campfire.
Cycling
Day 3
A day off the saddle: paddleboarding and water sports on the lake. In the evening the adventure journals come out for the first time.
Cycling Water sports
Day 4
The route climbs into the mountains. After the stage the group spends the night in a mountain refuge.
Cycling Hiking
Day 5
A shorter stage, then a survival workshop and team challenges. In the evening a theme night - the Camp Olympics or the Night of the Superheroes.
Cycling Survival

Day 6
The final ride of the trip. At the last campfire everyone looks back on the week and shares a page of their journal.
Cycling
02 / 08 · Watch the trip
A few minutes of what a week actually looks like.
03 / 08 · Trip in depth details
Thanks to the help of our local sponsors, we are able to provide a discounted price to all Swiss nationals.
The mentioned price includes all the participant’s expenses during the camp period, i.e. any public or private transportation during the camp, food, accommodation costs, and any common group equipment (tents and any other equipment related to the activities, harnesses and climbing equipment).
FOR INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS: Bike and bike bags, and everything else is included.
FOR SWISS RESIDENTS Not included: Bike and bike bags (possibility to rent with us at a very reduced price: Price mentioned on the online registration form) transport to and from the meeting point and possible personal equipment (sleeping bag (contact us if you need it), clothes and other personal expenses).
Our Program of Activities and itineraries evolves every year to stay fresh, exciting, and meaningful. We continuously improve the schedule, introduce new experiences, and refine our itineraries based on feedback from campers and families. In 2026 we have designed 3 different itineraries completely new from last year. They include exciting activities and amazing landscapes.
Further info: The bike travel camps require a good level of cycling ability. Participants must be able to ride long distances, handle significant elevation gain, and navigate mountain-bike (MTB) itineraries over varied terrain (tracks, trails, technical sections). Prior experience and good physical fitness are essential. It is the responsibility of legal guardians to honestly assess whether the participant has the required level before registering.
To see the most up-to-date and detailed itineraries, please refer to the Brochure 2026.
Everything to bring is on our material list.
For Swiss participants, the meeting point for all the different sessions of the camp is at Lausanne Gare.
From Lausanne, transport is organized until the departure of the camp in Les Diablerets for 1 day of multi-activities before the start of the camp.
Another meeting point will be organized from Geneva airport for international participants.
Transport will also be arranged from there.
Participants may arrive or leave the camp on slightly different dates (depending on logistics and location), contact us for more information.
Attendees can participate in one or more consecutive sessions.
And for those who want longer camps, we have other camps too (participation in several sessions is possible).
This program is designed to foster the development of technical and soft skills through a series of activities, workshops, and hands-on leadership opportunities. We believe in bringing together an international community, which is why the languages spoken at the camp are French and English, which is what we have seen from our past experience and the huge benefit of mixing Francophones and Anglophones and learning from both groups.
We believe in human-to-human interaction: write to us via our contact methods and schedule a call or meeting with one of our employees.
We will be happy to answer any doubts or questions you may have.
04 / 08 · Where we stay
Discover the scenic beauty of the regions where the cantons of Bern, Vaud and Fribourg meet.
During this itinerant bike camp, we will move through unique landscapes filled with adrenaline options.
This trip takes you through stunning alpine landscapes, with stops to explore local villages, cultural sites, and to enjoy Swiss nature.
The camp moves every other day (usually), offering a renewed adventure at each stage, but keeping the comfort.









05 / 08 · Safety & philosophy
At Young Explorers Club, safety comes first in everything we do outdoors. We keep strict measures in place so that every child, whatever their age, feels safe throughout their stay:
06 / 08 · A program rich in learning
Building confidence and skills:
Our camp is not limited to physical activities; It’s a platform for personal growth. Campers learn how to overcome challenges, build confidence, and develop leadership skills.
A safe and supportive environment:
Safety is our priority. All activities are supervised by experienced instructors and we ensure that every camper feels supported and encouraged throughout their journey.
06 / 08 · Bilingual and International: English and French
The Young Explorers Club summer camp welcomes international and Swiss participants in a bilingual, multicultural environment. Our activities take place mainly in English, but French is also integrated, enabling all children to feel included.
Our team speaks multiple languages (English, French, German and others), creating a supportive environment, whether your child is fluent in English or is just starting to learn it.
07 / 08 · What families say
Amazing Summer Experience!
My daughter (17 years old) had an unforgettable two weeks with Young Explorers Club — biking through the Alps and camping at Budoken. two weeks of pure adventure, growth, and joy! The Bike Through the Alps week was breathtaking. She came back stronger, more confident, and full of stories about stunning trails, supportive guides, and the thrill of conquering new terrain. It was the perfect blend of challenge and fun.
This is the best camp in Switzerland!! Real adventure and amazing places for the kids to explore!
vielen Dank, dass Sie dieses Sommercamp ermöglichen! Unsere Kinder sind voller neuer Eindrücke und Begeisterung nach Hause gekommen – gestärkt, gewachsen und mit vielen schönen Erinnerungen, die sie noch lange begleiten werden.
Ein ganz besonderes Dankeschön gilt Dominique, die unsere Kinder liebevoll getröstet hat, wenn es einmal schwierig war, und uns stets informiert hat, wenn etwas gewesen ist. Das hat uns sehr viel Sicherheit gegeben und war für die Kinder ein großer Halt.
My sons had the BEST time of their lives at Ylung Explorer Camp!
From the moment they arrived, it was non-stop adventure. They made tons of new friends, gained confidence, and genuinely didn’t want to leave they were begging to stay longer! As a parent, it was amazing to see them so energized, happy, and challenged in all the right ways. The staff were fantastic, super friendly, and clearly passionate about giving kids a summer they’ll never forget.
If you’re even thinking about sending your kids here DO IT. Worth every penny. We’re already signing up for next summer!
Nature, diversity, and adventure are what define this summer camp. Many of the parents agreed with us that most of the negative comments about this campus are due to some parents' inability to properly educate their children, leading them to become very dependent on their parents. It's a bit ironic that these same parents take their children to a place where they learn to be self-sufficient and yet still criticize, unaware that their child would have received a better education here than at home.
Je suis super content de tout ce que mon fils m’a raconté sur son expérience au Young Explorer Club. Il a adoré le camping et il m’a dit que la nourriture était très bonne. Il m’a raconté que la via ferrata, c’était génial, il s’est bien amusé à grimper et à admirer la vue.
Il m’a dit que les moniteurs sont tous très sympas, mais que Wally est spécial parce qu’il est très proche des enfants et toujours attentif à eux. Mon fils m’a dit que Wally les a beaucoup aidés et que grâce à lui tout était plus fun et sûr.
Quand ils sont rentrés à la maison ils étaient très contents. Mon fils m’a expliqué que cette expérience l’a beaucoup aidé à devenir plus responsable et à mieux s’organiser parce qu’ils sont très stricts avec les horaires, mais ça leur fait du bien.
Il m’a aussi raconté que le foot c’était incroyable, que Wally a organisé un tournoi qu’ils ont adoré et qu’il a marqué un but décisif dont il est très fier.
Sans aucun doute on referait l’expérience parce que c’est super positif et mon fils me demande déjà de ne pas rater ça l’année prochaine.

Everything in one PDF: the programme, what to pack, travel and practical details.
08 / 08 · Availability
Every week is the same programme, and each has its own price. Stay one week, or several in a row.
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