Itinerary
Day 1: Zurich — Interlaken or Grindelwald
Pass By: Zurich, Zurich
After pickup by coach from Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station a centrally located meeting point near Zürich HB, sit back and savor the excitement as you travel through the splendid countryside to one of Switzerland's most attractive Alpine regions, the Bernese Oberland. Along the way, enjoy live commentary about the region from your professional guide.
Stop At: Interlaken, Interlaken, Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern
Arrive in Interlaken or Grindelwald (depending on option selected) and spend the rest of the day as you please. Your guide will equip you with detailed written information about the sights, attractions and activities available in the town of your choice.
Interlaken: Uniquely located between two lakes, this popular resort town offers great shopping, attractions and outdoor activities. You can cruise on one of the lakes, take the cable car to Harder Kulm mountain or visit the JungfrauPark theme park.
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Grindelwald, Grindelwald, Jungfrau Region, Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern
If option Grindelwald is selected: Grindelwald is a paradise for nature lovers. Go hiking to enjoy stunning views of the famous triple peaks Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, take the cable car to the sunny terrace of Mt First or rent a trottibike for a fun ride through town.
For dinner, each town offers a range of restaurants, from authentic local ski lodges to more trendy, modern establishments.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 3* hotel in Interlaken or Grindelwald
(depending on option selected)
Day 2: Interlaken or Grindelwald — Jungfraujoch — Zurich (B)
Pass By: Grindelwald, Grindelwald, Jungfrau Region, Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern
Enjoy buffet breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a day trip to Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe. Meet your guide for a scenic drive through the Jungfrau region to Grindelwald (or meet your guide directly in Grindelwald if option selected), where you will board the gondola Eiger Express of the newly opened V-Cableway for a spectacular ride to the Eiger Glacier station. Here you will change to the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch. Stunning views of the world-famous triple peaks of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau accompany you on the way and the imposing Eiger North Face seems to be within one’s grasp.
Stop At: Jungfraujoch, Jungfraujoch, Canton of Valais, Swiss Alps
When you arrive at Jungfraujoch, you’re officially at the highest train station in Europe! The Top of Europe immerses you in a high-Alpine wonderland of snow-capped peaks.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory, Jungfraujoch, Jungfraujoch 3801 Switzerland
Soak up the breathtaking panorama view from the Sphinx Observation Terrace overlooking Aletsch Glacier — Europe's longest glacier — and the snow-capped peaks of neighboring countries.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ice Palace - Jungfraujoch, Jungfraujoch Switzerland
Don't forget to stroll through the tunnels of the Ice Palace located in the heart of the glacier – a once in a lifetime experience not to be missed!
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Lauterbrunnen, Lauterbrunnen, Jungfrau Region, Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern
After your Top of Europe adventure, board the cogwheel train for your descent down the mountains. Pass the holiday resort town of Wengen before arriving in Lauterbrunnen, where the coach awaits you for the return trip to Zurich.
Pass By: Zurich, Zurich
End your tour back in Zurich at the same spot, where you started the tour the day before.
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.