2025 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

Q: Am I too young/old for this Alps photo tour?

There is no age limit. This trip is perfect for anyone over 18 years old who wants to photograph the Alps with us.

Q: Can I use my drone?

Capture the Atlas is drone-friendly . Both tour leaders are experienced drone pilots and can help you with your drone photography. We will advise you on the areas where you are allowed to fly and show you the best aerial photography techniques.

The Best of the Alps in the Fall

Join us for a Swiss & French Alps photo tour to capture some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the highest mountains in Europe. From massive peaks, impressive glaciers, and epic valleys to photogenic waterfalls, turquoise lakes, and beautiful alpine villages, this region of the Alps is one of the best natural wonders in Europe.

We are running our Autumn Alps photo tours in October 2025, during the best time of year to photograph the forests’ fall colors and the first snowfall on the peaks.

Date

October 12^th - 19^th 2025
October 20^th - 27^th 2025
8 days and 7 nights

Difficulty

Moderate: Involves some moderate and long mountain hikes you should be prepared for

Group Size

Small:
12 participants
+
2 photography guides

Price

$4,890 USD (Double occupancy)
Private accommodation may be available for a fee

Included

Accommodation in hotels in shared rooms with private bathrooms
1-night accommodation at “Berggasthaus First Inn” in double rooms with shared bathrooms
Transportation included in a private minibus with driver
Instruction in a small group of 12 participants
Photo guide services from professional landscape and astrophotographers
Funicular to Wengen
Aerial Gondola from Grindelwald to First
Train from Täsch to Zermatt
Gornergrat Railway
Cable car from Fiesch to Eggishorn
Cable car from Chamonix to Aiguille Du Midi
Access to the Capture the Milky Way Course (valued at $299)

Not Included

Flights to/from Geneva Airport
Private room - Extra $900 USD (*subject to availability)
Meals except breakfast
Optional Heli flight in Zermatt & Lauterbrunnen
Health/travel insurance
Telephone, personal expenses, tips, etc. Any other service not mentioned in the "INCLUDED" section.

Photo Tour Overview

Our Swiss & French Alps photo tour will mainly focus on capturing the most iconic landscapes in Switzerland, along with some magical locations in France, during the best moments of light. This moment of the year the fall colors paint everything in hues of yellow and red, making it one of the most beautiful seasons to visit this region.

Over 8 days, we will visit quintessential locations in Switzerland, such as Lauterbrunnen Valley, Oeschinensee Lake, and the famous village of Zermatt; and other stunning, little-known locations in France, such as Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval and some hidden waterfalls surrounded by golden fall colors. We will go up to different viewpoints by cable car and take trains and funiculars to access some of the most dramatic views in the Alps. If the weather is good, we will also take an optional-not included helicopter flight over Zermatt or the Aletsch glacier. That’s one of the most incredible experiences in the Alps.

We will personally help you capture the best possible images during our Swiss and French Alps photography workshop and show you the best techniques to shoot any subject in different light conditions: sunrise, sunset, midday, twilight, etc.

Swiss & French Alps photo tour highlights

Photo tours in October 2025
Group size: 12 participants + 2 instructors
Main topics: Landscape photography – Mountains, forests, and waterfalls
Main areas: Switzerland and French Alps
Accommodation included in top hotels close to the best locations
Transportation included in a private minibus with a professional driver.
All cable cars, railway, and funicular tickets included
Two optional helicopter flights in Lauterbrunnen & Zermatt

Official Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour Brochure

Download the official Alps Photo Tour Brochure

Is this Alps Photo Tour the right trip for me?

Before you continue reading, it’s important to note that this Alps photo tour requires a good level of fitness.

While this is not a pure hiking photo tour, we take moderate hikes to reach the different locations almost every day.

Most hikes vary between 1 to 4 miles and 200 to 1000 ft elevation gain, sometimes in uneven paths.

Before booking this trip, we recommend reading the itinerary and the hiking chart below. Being in good physical shape is fundamental so that you can enjoy the experience.

2025 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour Itinerary

The itinerary of our Alps photo tour can be flexible. We know the area very well, so our goal will be to photograph the alpine landscapes in the best possible conditions, depending on the weather forecast.

We will try to make the most of the morning and evening light, but the Alps also provide plenty of photo opportunities for landscape photography, even on overcast days.

DAY 1: Alps Photo Tour

This Swiss & French Alps photo tour will begin near Geneva Airport (GVA), where we’ll meet at 9 AM with the rest of the group. From Geneva, we will drive about 2 hours to the Bernese Alps in western Switzerland, where we will spend the next three days shooting some outstanding landscapes.

As we get closer to the mountains, the landscapes will become more impressive. Our first stop will be Giessbach Falls, a 500-meter waterfall that drops into Lake Brienz at the foot of the historic Grandhotel Giessbach. The hotel can be reached by a funicular that holds the title of the oldest funicular railway in Europe.

After that, we will drive to Sustenpass, where we will shoot the sunset from different viewpoints along the road. We will then head to our accommodation near Rosenlaui Valley.

DAY 2: Alps Photo Tour

On the second day of our Alps photography tour, we will wake up early to capture the sunrise at Rosenlaui, a green valley with majestic mountains, waterfalls, and rivers.

After breakfast, we will continue exploring the Rosenlaui Valley by doing a beautiful 1-hour optional hike to a secret spot surrounded by massive peaks and glaciers.

Later we’ll drive to Grindelwald, one of the most beautiful villages in Switzerland, which is surrounded by massive, 13,000 ft-high peaks and glaciers. From there, we will take a cable car up to First, a breathtaking scenic overlook where we will spend the night in a very unique accommodation. Here, we will enjoy some of the trip’s most amazing views and take pictures of the most prominent alpine mountains, such as the Eiger and Schreckhorn.

From First, we will do a moderate 1.5-hour hike to the beautiful Bachalpsee Lake, where we will capture the sunset. If conditions allow, we will do a night photography session from this spectacular location overlooking some of the most dramatic peaks in the Alps.

DAY 3: Alps Photo Tour

On the third day of our Swiss & French Alps photo trip, we will start by capturing the sunrise at First. We’ll be privileged to enjoy these fantastic views by ourselves since the cable cars will still be closed to the public.

Later, we will drive to the picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen, one of the most impressive places in Switzerland.

Lauterbrunnen Valley, also known as the “Valley of 72 Waterfalls,” is a spectacular glaciated valley surrounded by huge mountains and 900ft waterfalls. Tolkien was inspired by this valley to create Rivendell in Lord of the Rings, and as soon as you see it with your own eyes, you’ll understand why.

Here, we will explore the town and its best photographic points. If conditions allow, we will take an optional and not included scenic helicopter flight to photograph the valley and surrounding peaks from the air. This flight includes a landing in one of the glaciers to take images of this majestic landscape from the ice.

After sunset, we will check into our hotel in the heart of the valley, where we will stay in a special room overlooking the church and the giant waterfalls.

DAY 4: Alps Photo Tour

On the fourth day of our Alps photo adventure, we will wake up early to take a funicular up to Wengen, a beautiful village located above Lauterbrunnen with stunning views of the valley. We will then walk to our sunrise shooting spot, where we’ll enjoy a majestic view of the area and, hopefully, the typical Autumn morning fog rolling across the valley.

Later, we will head towards the Pennine Alps in southern Switzerland to reach Zermatt, the famous Swiss village with an imposing view of the Matterhorn. To get there, we will take a quick train from the village of Täsch since Zermatt is a car-free town.

After leaving our luggage at the hotel, we will take the Gornergrat Railway, the second-highest railway in Europe, to Gornergrat, a breathtaking 360° viewpoint with views of the Matterhorn and the Gorner Glacier. There we’ll take plenty of images and panoramas of this surreal landscape.

If conditions allow, we will hike down to Riffelsee Lake, a beautiful lake where you can see the Matterhorn reflected. We will do our sunset session here before catching the railway back to Zermatt.

DAY 5: Alps Photo Tour

On the fifth day of this Swiss & French Alps photo trip, we will wake up early to capture the stars over Zermatt, the magical blue hour with the lights in town, and finally, the alpenglow light hitting the Matterhorn, the most iconic mountain in the Alps.

If the weather is good and the mountains are visible, after breakfast, we will take an unforgettable 30 min. heli-flight over the Matterhorn and its surrounding mountains and glaciers. It’s an optional and not included activity, so you can also take a walk in the charming town of Zermatt or rest in the spa room of our hotel if you prefer.

We will then leave Zermatt and drive to Fiesch, where we will take a cable car up to the largest glacier in the Alps, Aletschgletscher, which is 14 miles (23 km) long. The views are spectacular there, and we will spend a few hours shooting in the area until the last cable car departure.

After this, we will drive for 2 hours and cross the border to France to spend the next 3 nights at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, a renowned resort town in the French Alps, located at the base of Mont Blanc.

If there is time, we’ll do a sunset stop around the French Chamonix Valley, where we’ll photograph photogenic lakes, the popular French “Aiguilles”, and Mont Blanc, the second highest mountain in Europe and highest in the Alps.

DAY 6: Alps Photo Tour

On the sixth day of our Swiss & French Alps photo adventure, weather permitting, we’ll ascend to the legendary Aiguille du Midi, a 12,605-ft (3,842m) peak in the Mont Blanc massif. This iconic location is accessible via the world’s highest vertical ascent cable car and provides unparalleled panoramic views of the Mont Blanc range, the Matterhorn, and even the distant peaks of Italy and Switzerland. At the summit, we’ll have the chance to step onto a glass-floored skywalk known as “Step into the Void” and photograph the dramatic peaks from various viewpoints.

If the weather allows, we’ll take an optional (not included) helicopter flight to experience the grandeur of the Mont Blanc range from above, capturing unique perspectives of its snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and valleys.

In the afternoon, after returning to Chamonix, we’ll hold a photo editing session. During this class, we’ll review the images taken so far, teaching advanced post-processing techniques to bring out the full potential of your photos.

DAY 7: Alps Photo Tour

On the next day of this Alps guided photo tour, we will wake up early to shoot the sunrise at one of the most extraordinary gems of the French Alps: Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval.

We will spend the morning exploring different views in the area and taking a scenic hike to some locations that look like straight out of a Lord of the Rings scene. In this valley, up to 30 waterfalls are flowing from the tops of the mountains, some of which are among the most photogenic in Europe.

At the end of this hike, there will be an option to take the last steepest part and reach an upper spot where you can overlook the entire valley. The total walking distance and elevation are described in the hiking section below.

After shooting the sunset in the area, we’ll drive back to Chamonix for our farewell dinner.

DAY 8: Alps Photo Tour

After breakfast, we will pack up and drive back to Géneve International Airport, where we will wrap up this photo adventure across the Swiss and French Alps. Expect to be at the airport no earlier than 11:00 AM, so you can take flights that leave at 2:00 PM or later.

Price: $4,890 USD

Deposit: $1,500 USD

A $1,500 USD deposit is required to reserve your spot for this workshop. You can also pay in full at any time. The remaining balance is due 120 days before the start of the tour. If the remaining balance is not paid in full by the due date, you will lose your spot.

What does the price include?

Included

- Accommodation in hotels in shared rooms with private bathrooms. (Private rooms available for an extra fee)
- 1-night accommodation at “Berggasthaus First Inn” in double rooms with shared bathrooms.
- Photo guide services from professional landscape and astrophotographers
- Transportation included in a private minibus with a professional driver
- Funicular to Wengen
- Aerial Gondola from Grindelwald to First
- Train from Täsch to Zermatt
- Gornergrat Railway
- Cable car from Fiesch to Eggishorn
- Cable car from Chamonix to Aiguille du Midi

*Bonuses

- Access to Dan Zafra’s full Capture the Milky Way Course (valued at $299)
- Access to the recorded material during the expedition
- Access to David Aguilar’s Moody Landscapes course

Not included

- Flights to/from Geneva Airport
- Private room ($900 USD supplement)
- Meals except breakfast
- Optional Heli flight in Zermatt & Lauterbrunnen
- Health/travel insurance (We can help you purchase the best travel insurance according to your needs.)
- Personal expenses, tips, and any other service not mentioned in the “INCLUDED” section

Upcoming Swiss & French Alps photo tour dates

Dates

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Dates

GUIDES

What will I learn during this Alps Photo Tour?

This workshop is mainly focused on landscape photography shooting mountains, forests, and waterfalls. We’ll also do some astrophotography when conditions align.

What you learn during the workshop will vary according to your goals and skills. Your instructors are professional photographers with extensive experience who will help you take your photography to the next level.

During the tour you’ll have the opportunity to learn:

Photography basics

Some of the photography basics you can learn during the workshop are:

Getting comfortable shooting different types of landscapes and nightscapes in manual mode.
Adjusting to the best camera settings in each situation.
Planning your sunset and landscape images.
Shooting long exposures using ND filters.
Improving your forest and waterfalls photography using a Polarizer.
Enhancing your composition with the best techniques.
Designing your own shooting workflow to be more efficient in the field.
Basics of drone photography.

Advanced photography techniques

Creating powerful compositions that tell a story and engage the viewer.
Building a connection between your photography and your vision.
Becoming a master of light: learn how to enhance it and keep it under control.
Advanced landscape techniques like bracketing, focus stacking, or focal length blending.
Advanced night photography techniques like stacking and tracking.
Advanced drone photography like aerial panoramas, vertoramas, and bracketing.

Post-processing techniques

Some of the post-processing techniques that you can learn with the included tutorials are:

Basics of Lightroom and Photoshop.
Preparing your images in Lightroom/Adobe Camera Raw.
Stitching of panoramas using different software like Lightroom or PTGui Pro.
Reducing the noise in your images with Denoise AI.
Sharpening your photos with Sharpen AI.
All types of Blendings (exposure, focal length, focus, etc.).
Light shaping and Dodge & Burn in your landscape & night images.
Post-processing of moody and atmospheric landscapes.
Advanced Milky Way post-processing techniques.

Your instructors on this Alps Photo Tour

David Aguilar will be the tour leader throughout this Alps photography workshop, and he will make sure that you get the best photography results and experience out of this tour. He will help you with your photography, technique, and composition in all your landscape and night images.

David is a real expert on the Swiss & French Alps after countless trips around this mountain range in all seasons. He has led photo tours here in the past, and he’s very knowledgeable about the most photogenic locations, the weather patterns, and the best techniques to capture breathtaking landscape images. He’s also a master drone pilot and can help you with your aerial photography on this trip.

David’s main passion is traveling and helping others with their craft. He’s traveled extensively, not only in Nordic countries like Iceland and Norway but also across vast areas in European Alps and South America. He currently leads photo tours in many different regions of Europe and South America.

He’s also a skilled post-processing editor and has helped countless photographers over the last few years with his online landscape editing courses.

Unai Larraya will be the co-leader on this Alps photo tour. He is an expert landscape photographer who will make sure you end up with the best possible images.

Unai is an experienced landscape and wildlife photographer based in Northern Spain. He has refined his photography skills while traveling around the world over the past few years and has taught many other photographers along the way.

Since Unai started his photography journey, he has won multiple awards in recognition of his outstanding photography and editing skills.

With Unai, you’ll learn about composition, shaping light, color theory, focus stacking, and more. He will also show you how to implement all these techniques into your workflow to take your photography to the next level!

What to bring on an Alps Photo Tour

Below, you can find a summary of things you might need:

Photography Gear

DSLR/mirrorless camera and a sturdy tripod.
A wide-angle lens, such as a 14-24 mm lens.
A medium zoom lens, such as a 24-70 mm lens.
A telephoto lens, like a 100-400 mm lens.
A camera bag to transport all your equipment.
A 6-stop ND filter to shoot waterfalls and rivers.
A CPL (circular polarizer filter) to shoot the forests.
An L-bracket to take vertical images and panoramas
A headlamp for the night shoots.

You will receive a complete list of recommendations before the tour.

Clothing

The average temperature in the Alps in October is 46°F (8° C), but in the mornings or at higher elevations, it can drop below 32°F (0°C). You should come prepared for all kinds of weather and bring warm clothing. Rains and storms are also very common in the Alps. Some of the things that we recommend bringing on this Swiss & French Alps photography tour are:

A system of layers to wear (base layer, fleece, windproof layer, shell).
A good pair of breathable boots to keep your feet warm and protect your ankles while walking over rocks and uneven terrain.
A wool hat, neck gaiter, and gloves.

You will find more items and details on the official list of recommendations that we provide upon registration.

Other important information

Accommodation

The standard accommodation on this Alps Photo Tour is double occupancy in shared bedrooms with two individual beds.

The one exception is First, where we will stay at the “Berggasthaus First Mountain Inn” sleeping in double rooms with shared bathroom. This is the only option for accommodation there. Our reward will be having the opportunity to photograph the sunset, and sunrise in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the Alps.

We also offer private rooms in all the accommodations for an extra supplement of $900.

Transportation

During this Alps Photo Tour we’ll travel in a private minibus with ample space for all participants to travel comfortably from one spot to another. It features inclined seats, air conditioning, heating systems, and more.

We’ll have a professional and accredited driver who is experienced in navigating the roads in the Alps.

Hiking

On this trip, most of the locations are next to the parking lot or the cable car station.

However, we are in the mountains, and therefore there are some moderate and long hikes that we’ll take and that you should consider:

Hike	Elevation Gain	Distance (Roundtrip)	Estimated Duration (Roundtrip)	Path
Rosenlaui Valley	1000 ft. / 300 m	2 miles / 3,2 km	2 hours	Uphill at the beginning with a short rocky and slippery section at the end.
Lauterbrunnen viewpoint	600 ft. / 180 m	1.6 miles / 2,5 km	1 hour	Uphill, along the road of the village.
Bachalpsee lake	400 ft. / 120 m	4 miles / 6 km	3 hours	Gravel trail, rolling hills and then mostly flat.
Oeschinensee lake	300 ft. / 100 m	2 miles / 3,2 km	1.5 hours	Moderate hike on a slight incline gravel trail.
Riffelsee	1150 ft. / 350 m downhill	1.5 miles / 2,5 km	1 hour	Mostly rocky downhill with amazing views to the Matterhorn
Zermatt viewpoint	200 ft. / 60 m	2 miles / 3,2 km	1 hour	Moderate trail uphill along the road of the village.
Cirque du Fer-À-Cheval	750 ft. / 230 m	5.6 miles / 9 km	4.5 hours	Longest hike. Moderate difficulty on gravel and mostly flat trail until the last part, which has 600 ft. elevation gain to reach the best views.
Flumen waterfall	200 ft. / 70 m	2 miles / 3,2 km	1 hour	Moderate difficulty path, with a slight incline, gravel trail along the river
Lac de la Flegére	330 ft. / 100 m	1.5 miles / 2,5 km	1.5 hours	Uphill trails with some rocky sections
We recommend being in good physical shape to enjoy this experience

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Money

The currency in Switzerland is the Swiss Franc (CHF). In France, it is the Euro (EUR). We recommend getting CHF and EUR in your home country, although, if that is not possible, you can always purchase some at Géneve Airport.

In almost 100% of places in the Alps, you can pay by credit or debit card, so you won’t need much cash for the trip.

Documentation

Please check if you need a visa to visit Switzerland and France. Both countries are part of the Schengen Area. We can help you with this process.

What expenses should you consider for this Alps Photo Tour?

Flights

You should book your flight to Geneva International Airport (GVA).

The price of round-trip flights to Geneva from Europe is $200-250 USD, and from the US, it’s approximately $500-800 USD

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Meals

Meals are not included, except for breakfast at the hotels. Most days, we will have breakfast at our accommodation and have a big dinner in one of the local restaurants.

During the day, we will eat snacks and picnic to maximize our time for photography.

Supermarkets and restaurants aren’t cheap in Switzerland, so we recommend preparing to spend about $60-$80 USD on food per day.

Parking and Cable Car Fees

All the parking, tolls, cable car, railway, and funicular fees for locations such as First, Zermatt, Gornergrat, Wengen, Oeschinensee, Aletschgletscher, and Aiguille du Midi are included in the price of the tour.

The only activity not included are the optional helicopter flights if conditions and visibility are good.

Optional Heli Flights

Taking a heli flight in the Swiss Alps is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The mountains, glaciers, and vast landscapes are simply breathtaking from the air. These flights allow you to take in the views but also to capture unique angles that are not possible from the ground or even with drones.

If conditions allow, we will take two flights in Lauterbrunnen and Zermatt, the two most impressive alpine areas in Switzerland.

The duration of these flights is around 45 minutes and they are optional and not included activities. Flying always depends on the weather and availability. Some of these flights include short landings in glaciers, so you can also capture images from the ground.

The price depends on the location and total number of people, but it usually varies between 200 and 400 USD.

What makes this Alps Photo Tour unique?

Immersive

Our workshops are completely centered on photography: finding the best moments of light during and creating an intensive experience that is conducive to learning and taking the best images.

Intimate

Our workshops are limited to small groups with a ratio of no more than six students per instructor. This is also an important factor for providing the attentive instruction you need during the tour.

Exclusive

During this workshop, we will photograph the famous locations in the Alps as well as some hidden gems that we have discovered while exploring in the past that are rarely visited or photographed.

Dedicated

We will discuss your goals before the tour so we can create a dedicated instruction plan for you. It doesn’t matter your age or skills; we will design your plan and provide you with materials before, during, and after the workshop so the learning process is not limited to just the tour.

Proven

We have spent years designing national and international photo tours with successful results, helping photographers with everything from the simple task of getting off Auto to the ambitious goal of capturing complex images. Dan’s online courses have also helped more than 400 photographers over the last few years.

Unforgettable

Beyond the photography, our photography workshops help build strong bonds that last forever. After our trip, you’ll feel like you have been with a group of friends rather than on a standard tour. We are thankful to have plenty of repeat clients who keep traveling and learning with us.

Frequently asked questions about our Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

What level of photography knowledge should I have to attend this photo tour to the Alps?

Whether you are experienced or just starting out in photography, you are welcome to join us, and I am convinced that you will progress very fast. Together, we will get you back home with a greater and deeper knowledge of many photography topics.

Once you sign up for the workshop, we will discuss your skills and goals for this tour, and I’ll organize a teaching plan so you can make the most of this experience. You’ll also receive access to Dan’s Capture the Milky Way course so you can start preparing your astrophotography before the trip.

What physical shape do I need to be in?

Most locations are a relatively short walk from the parking lot. The longest hike we will do will be in Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval: a 2-hour walk from the parking lot and another 2 hours back, stopping in some spots along the way. The hikes to some locations, such as Bachalpsee Lake, take about 1.5 hours, and many other locations are next to the cable car station or parking lot. All hikes are moderate difficulty, with some gradual elevation gain. We do recommend checking the hiking section for more details.

We will be driving, walking, and shooting a lot during the tour, so we recommend being in good physical shape to be able to enjoy this experience.

Am I too young/old for this Alps photo tour?

There is no age limit. This trip is perfect for anyone over 18 years old who wants to photograph the Alps with us.

Can my non-photographer companion join us on the tour?

Non-photographer companions are welcome to join the tour, and they need to book a spot under the same price and conditions as any other participant. (We don’t allow non-participant companions tagging along with the group). We have had plenty of non-photographer companions over the years and all of them enjoyed an amazing experience. As long as they enjoy nature, beautiful landscapes, and are a bit patient with the schedules of a photo tour, joining the trip can be a great experience regardless of the shooting.

Can I use my drone?

Capture the Atlas is drone-friendly. Both tour leaders are experienced drone pilots and can help you with your drone photography.

We will advise you on the areas where you are allowed to fly and show you the best aerial photography techniques.

Our Happy Students!

I’ve had the opportunity to work with and help countless photographers over the last years:

Alumna tour fotográfico Capture the Atlas

This was our first trip with Capture the Atlas, and it was a memorable trip! The excellent guides, and amazing photographers were friendly, very helpful in providing supportive photo advice while making images from different angles and perspectives. The images we got really reflect that. Thank you, David and Unai. We learned a great deal and enjoyed every moment.

Debjani Nandy

2024 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

Everything from start to finish was wonderful. Every plan was well executed, every photo spot was amazing, our hotels were great, and I can not say enough about our leaders! David and Unai- FANTASTIC. Both took the time to answer any questions, make suggestions, encouraged everyone and were always right there if you needed them. I didn’t even wait for this tour to end before I booked my next one.

Kimberly Cable

2024 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

I just had a trip of a lifetime with Capture the Atlas shooting the Swiss Alps. With Capture the Atlas you’ll get to see and photograph amazing places, experience other cultures and local food, improve your photography skills, share some laughs and get a good workout at the same time. You can expect knowledgeable guides with pro photo, drone and editing experience, a nice checklist of what to do and purchase ahead of the trip, and more!

Robin Rowell

2024 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

Participante Capture the Atlas photo tour

This was my first time joining Capture the Atlas, and it was an incredible experience with so much to gain. My leaders, David and Unai, shared a wealth of photography knowledge, from technical skills to creative insights, and were always supportive throughout the journey. I’ve already signed up for the Utah tour next year and am planning a trip to Iceland with Capture the Atlas as well. I can’t wait for the next adventure and highly recommend for anyone looking to expand their photography skills in breathtaking locations!

Teresa Wu

2024 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

The most wonderful tour through the Swiss and France Alps should be on everyone's bucket list. I'm so excited about the scenes I was able to capture with Francesco and David's help. I learned so much and my skills have reached an entirely new level. The trip was phenomenal. Thank you David and Francesco! It was unforgettable.

Dorie Rivera

2023 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

The photo expedition to the the Swiss and French Alps was well planned and we had great weather. Both David and Francesco offered their expertise so everyone could get their best shot at all the different locations. David personally rescued both my phone and polarizer, thank you David.

Kirstine Christensen

2023 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

I want to thank David and Francesco for their extreme knowledge and professionalism during the 2023 tour of the Swiss & French Alps. Your activeness, knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail makes this the best run group ever. Thanks and look forward to seeing you again. I wish I had you two on all my workshops.

Mark Willingham

2023 Swiss & French Alps Photo Tour

Alumna en el tour fotográfico de Capture the Atlas

Dan Zafra and David Aguilar did an exceptional job, everything from the organization and itinerary details to the photography locations was well planned. Both of them have very advanced knowledge in handling photographic equipment, composition, editing, and most importantly, the patience to transmit their knowledge to each participant. If you love landscape photography, this is the best photo tour. It was also a very good opportunity to learn more about some parts of Switzerland-France and have a very pleasant time with people of different nationalities. I highly recommend the Capture the Atlas programs

Aleida Gallangos