“We loved our day with the Triumph Scrambler 400! The bikes are well maintained, Gabriel is very accommodating and it was a very nice experience overall”
SWITZERLAND OPERATIONAL HUB 🇨🇭
ZURICH GUIDED MOTORCYCLE TOURS
Conquer high-altitude Alpine passes, pristine Swiss lake circuits, and mountain switchbacks with veteran local Road Captains. Discover Switzerland’s most breathtaking riding routes in absolute luxury.
CURATED EXPEDITIONS
CHOOSE YOUR RIDE IN ZURICH
Whether you are seeking iconic Swiss Alpine passes, tranquil lake circuits, or rolling mountain foothills, all our tours feature private multilingual guides and premium fleet support.
HIGH-ALTITUDE ALPINE PASSES
SWISS ALPINE PASSES EXPEDITION
FURKA, GRIMSEL & SUSTEN PASS TRIANGLE
Conquer the holy grail of European motorcycle passes in a single epic day trip. Ride endless hairpins ascending above 2,400 meters past ancient glaciers, snow-capped peaks, and dramatic Alpine dam reservoirs.
📍 KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
Furka Pass (Rhone Glacier) • Grimsel Pass & Lake • Susten Pass Switchbacks • Alpine Panorama Lookout Stops • Traditional Swiss Chalet Break
INCLUDED IN GUIDED EXPEDITION
✓ Premium Motorcycle
✓ Alpine Lead Captain
✓ Full Insurance
✓ Fuel & Highway Tolls
✓ Sanitized Helmet
✓ Phone Holder & Topcase
★ The Xplore bonus perk: You are welcome to keep the bike for extra hours and return it on the following day at the same time we started the tour, giving you total independence to explore the city at night or early morning.
LAKESIDE HIGHWAYS & CROSS-BORDER BENDS
LAKE ZURICH & BLACK FOREST RUN
PRISTINE LAKES & DENSE GERMAN FOREST ROADS
Ride along the serene banks of Lake Zurich before crossing the Rhine River into Germany’s Black Forest. Enjoy sweeping, perfectly asphalted forest curves and Rhine River waterfall lookouts.
📍 KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
Lake Zurich Shoreline • Rhine Falls (Rheinfall) • German Black Forest Bends • Historic Schaffhausen Town • Cross-Border Scenic Ride
INCLUDED IN GUIDED EXPEDITION
✓ Premium Motorcycle
✓ Native Guide (100k+ km experience)
✓ Full Insurance
✓ Fuel & Tolls Included
✓ Sanitized Helmet
✓ Phone Holder & Topcase
★ The Xplore bonus perk: You are welcome to keep the bike for extra hours and return it on the following day at the same time we started the tour, giving you total independence to explore the city at night or early morning.
TRADITIONAL SWISS COUNTRYSIDE
APPENZELL & ALPINE FOOTHILLS TOUR
ROLLING GREEN MEADOWS, VALLEYS & WOODEN VILLAGES
Escape into traditional postcard Switzerland. Ride through rolling green hills, traditional painted wooden villages, and smooth foothill curves surrounding Mount Säntis in the Appenzell canton.
⏱ DURATION & ROUTE:
5 to 6 Hours • Appenzellerland Foothills • Mount Säntis Base • Historic Appenzell Village • Traditional Cheese Dairy Stop
INCLUDED IN GUIDED EXPEDITION
✓ Premium Motorcycle
✓ Mountain Lead Captain
✓ Full Insurance
✓ Fuel & Highway Tolls
✓ Helmet & Gear Support
✓ Phone Holder & Topcase
★ The Xplore bonus perk: You are welcome to keep the bike for extra hours and return it on the following day at the same time we started the tour, giving you total independence to explore the city at night or early morning.
DUAL-SPORT • ALPINE FOREST RIDGES
SWISS ALPINE OFF-ROAD TRAIL
DUAL-SPORT • GRAVEL PASSES & PANORAMIC RIDGES
A 4-hour off-road expedition traversing alpine dirt tracks and forest gravel trails surrounding Zurich canton. Ascend to high-altitude ridge lookouts overlooking valleys and glacier rivers.
📍 TRAIL SPECS:
4-Hour Forest & Gravel Trail • Dual-Sport / Off-Road Bike • Alpine Valley Gravel Passes • Panoramic Glacier Overlooks
INCLUDED IN OFF-ROAD PACKAGE
✓ Dual-Sport / Off-Road Bike
✓ Bilingual Off-Road Specialist
✓ Full Gear (Boots, Outfit, Gloves, Helmet)
✓ Fuel & Trail Taxes
CLEAR GUIDELINES
TOUR REQUIREMENTS & LICENSE INFO
Everything you need to know before riding with us in Switzerland and Europe. We keep bureaucracy completely hassle-free.
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YOUR EU / HOME COUNTRY LICENSE IS VALID
Valid EU / Swiss motorcycle licenses or valid motorcycle licenses issued by your home country covering the bike engine size are fully recognized for tourist stays in Switzerland.
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DRIVER’S LICENSE ON TOUR DAY
On the day of your tour, you only need to bring your valid original driver’s license (physical or official digital format from your country). No passport or additional paperwork is required at check-in.
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FULL INSURANCE & GEAR
All our guided tours include comprehensive motorcycle insurance, fuel, tolls, and sanitized helmets. Minimum age for self-piloting is 21 years old. For Co-Rider (passenger) experiences, there is no minimum age requirement and no driver’s license needed.
NO LICENSE REQUIRED
THE CO-RIDER EXPERIENCE IN ZURICH
Don’t hold a motorcycle license, or simply prefer to absorb the breathtaking Alpine landscapes of Switzerland without the stress of navigating foreign mountain passes?
Ride comfortably in a luxury passenger seat next to one of our respectful, professional Gentlemen Pilots. Enjoy total safety, pristine hygiene standards, digital photography, and complete freedom to feel the fresh mountain air.
DISCOVER THE PASSENGER EXPERIENCE →WHY CHOOSE PASSENGER MODE?
- ✓ Zero License Needed: Pure immersion & presence.
- ✓ Gentlemen Pilots: Respectful, multilingual pro guides.
- ✓ Pristine Helmets: Deeply sanitized, multi-stage cleaned.
- ✓ Personal Paparazzi: High-res photo & video clips included.
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“I did a city tour in the back of Gabriel's Aprilia and it was a once in a life time experience! Bike is super comfortable, gear was new and clean. …”
Camila Siqueira
“Awesome experience with Jackson cruising to Teresópolis. Great turns, awesome scenery and even got some videos. Few nice stops along the way for small eats.”
Aquanaut Diving
“Gabriel is an excellent guide and rider. He and his team went above and beyond to show me all the highlights in Rio. It was a unique experience to see all of Rio and enjoy amazing roads for motorcycling.”
Martijn Lancee
“I first took a tour with this company in Rio de Janeiro in 2012 as a passenger, and it was a wonderful experience. I also joined tours in July and August 2022, and I recently returned in May 2026 for another ride with Gabriel. …”
Laryssa Gracia
“I had an amazing experience doing a private city tour in Rio with them! I'd recommend this tour for anyone who likes the experience of being on a motorcycle discovering new places and perspectives! Great service, spectacular motorcycles, stunning views!”
Pedro Castello Branco
“Super reliable company! Excellent service!”
Luiza Neves
“It was a good experience renting a motor for a few days with Fabio and Gabriel. They answered always super fast, pick-up location was clear, fabio was already waiting for me. And the bike was in good condition! You see they take care of the motor!”
Chantal Vijverberg
“I had a wonderful experience with Xplore Brazil. I've contacted them by WhatsApp and everything was clear. The moto is great and I've been able to ride in many places around Rio. I recommend 100%!”
Tanguy Magon
“I rented a Triumph Scrambler, and rode about 600 kms in Brazil. The team at XPLORE were really great and made everything super easy and organized.”
Shiv Sikand
“Perfect company if you want to rent a motorbike in Rio, everything went smoothly, you really couldn't ask for more. Thank you guys”
Falba
“This was the first time that I did off-road motor bikes, and I have to say it was an amazing experience. Our guide was very professional and friendly, and the equipment was excellent.”