SwitzerlandSt. Moritz & Engadin, Switzerland7 min readWinter 2026

Glacial Grandeur — Private Chalets and Alpine Solitude in St. Moritz

From pristine powder runs on the Corviglia to fireside fondue banquets in hand-hewn Engadin sanctuaries.

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Marc Oberhauser

Alpine Expedition LeadBased in Zurich & St. Moritz

Glacial Grandeur — Private Chalets and Alpine Solitude in St. Moritz

For over a century, St. Moritz has held court as the birthplace of winter alpine luxury. Perched at 1,800 meters beneath sapphire skies that claim over 300 days of sunshine annually, this high valley balances aristocratic tradition with breathtaking natural majesty.

Our travelers arrive via private helicopter charter from Zurich or Milan, landing directly at the private helipad of an exclusive multi-bedroom alpine sanctuary. Heated stone floors, hand-carved Swiss pine timbering, and panoramic floor-to-ceiling glass frame the snow-covered peaks of the Corviglia and Corvatsch.

By day, a private Olympic ski instructor guides you across secluded off-piste powder bowls before the public lifts reach full capacity. Midday dining takes place in a historic 16th-century mountain refuge, where truffle raclette and artisanal Bündnerfleisch are served paired with rare Valais vintages.

Evenings invite complete restoration: private cedar onsen hot tubs steaming in sub-zero alpine air, followed by bespoke five-course dinners curated by private chefs in the warmth of your chalet.

There is a sacred quiet when fresh snow falls over the Engadin peaks at twilight—broken only by the crackle of pine logs in an open hearth.

Marc Oberhauser

Curated Highlights for This Experience
  • Helicopter transfer from Zurich Airport directly to private chalet helipad
  • Exclusive buyout of a luxury ski-in / ski-out Engadin chalet
  • Personal private ski master and avalanche guide for off-piste descents
  • Fireside gourmet dining and private vintage sommelier tastings

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