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Grindelwald Gondola Ride to Mount First

1. Grindelwald Gondola Ride to Mount First

Head to the Cableway Station in Grindelwald and board the gondola at any time. Reach the summit within 30 minutes, and find the Restaurant and the thrilling First Cliff Walk Suspension Bridge. Experience adventure activities including the First Flyer and The First Glider year round and the Mountain Cart and Scooter Bike in summer. Please note these activities are not included in this ticket and need to be purchased separately.

From Interlaken: Day Trip to Jungfraujoch Mountain

2. From Interlaken: Day Trip to Jungfraujoch Mountain

Embark on a full-day guided tour to Jungfraujoch from Interlaken. Enjoy a panoramic cable car ride, take in the views of Europe from the Sphinx Observation Terrace, and explore the tunnels of the Ice Palace. Begin your excursion with a coach journey from Interlaken to the mountain resort of Grindelwald. Board the cable car at the Grindelwald Terminal for a spectacular ride to the Eiger Glacier. Change to a cogwheel train that will take you to the peak of Jungfraujoch. When you reach the top, marvel at the high-alpine wonderland of eternal ice, snow, and rock. Experience the Alpine Sensation adventure tour marking the 100th anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway. Visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace and Plateau for breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, neighboring countries, and the Aletsch Glacier. Walk through the tunnels of the Ice Palace at the heart of the glacier. Restaurants are available for meals and refreshments. During the descent, pass the holiday resort Wengen and stop at Lauterbrunnen, where the coach awaits for your return trip to Interlaken.

Grindelwald First: Cable Car Ticket with Cliff Walk

3. Grindelwald First: Cable Car Ticket with Cliff Walk

Enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the Swiss Alps with a cable car ticket from Grindelwald Village to Grindelwald First. Get access to the First Cliff Walk to the summit. Take a seat in the aerial gondola and let it take you to the local mountain in a famous alpine area. Marvel at the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and landscapes. Continue your journey to the summit of First by taking the First Cliff Walk. Walk through the spectacular suspension bridge and admire the breathtaking views of the Eiger North Face.

Day Trip from Zurich: Grindelwald First Mountain Adventure

4. Day Trip from Zurich: Grindelwald First Mountain Adventure

Take a morning drive from Zurich to the Bernese Oberland, passing by five different mountain lakes and listening to interesting explanations of your multilingual guide. After a picture stop at the famous village of Interlaken, go to the charming mountain resort Grindelwald.  Take the cable car up to Mount First to experience the unique summit attraction "First Cliff Walk by Tissot". The trail with a 40-meter one-rope suspension bridge promises an extraordinary adrenaline kick. Grab a bite to eat on the spectacular sun terrace of the restaurant “Berggasthaus First” (food not included) before soaking up the beautiful scenery on a hike to Lake Bachalpsee (6 km / 1.5 to 2 hours return). For adventure lovers, an exciting range of optional activities awaits you: the First Flyer (optional), a gigantic zip line that gives you the feeling of flying over 800 meters down the hill with a maximum speed of 84 kilometers per hour. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, you can whizz down the mountain on a mountain cart (optional) or Trottibike scooter (optional). For a more leisurely descent, take the cable car down to Grindelwald through lovely alpine scenery passing by grazing cows and typical Swiss chalets.  Enjoy some leisure time to explore the alpine village Grindelwald before you take the train back to Interlaken, where you meet your tour guide again for the return trip to Zurich.

From Basel: Jungfraujoch & Interlaken Small Group Day Tour

5. From Basel: Jungfraujoch & Interlaken Small Group Day Tour

Your guide will meet you at Basel SBB station as you head to Jungfraujoch through Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Kleine Scheidegg. Overlook the charming Swiss town of Grindelwald as your fly with the Eiger Express to Eiger Glacier Station As we head along the Jungfrau line through Zweilütschinen, Grindelwald and Kleine Scheidegg, your guide will share stories about the people, cultures, and history of each town and city you pass. Your train will climb steadily through the Alps, passing glacial lakes and staggering rock faces. The view from the train is one of the best in the world, offering a birds eye view of this epic area. The journey to “the top of Europe” will include the opportunity to take in the stunning view from Eismer Station, the second highest railway station in the world after the Jungfraujoch. Back on the train the sights only get better, as you reach an elevation of 3,466 metres approaching Jungfraujoch. The station is perched on a glacier saddle on the upper snows of the Aletsch Glacier and is a must-visit for anyone interested in the Alps. The icy air will provide welcome refreshment as you explore the viewing platform, discovering the many ice sculptures and frosty vistas dotted around the area. Next, you will head to Interlaken, weaving your way through the small town of Wengen, whose views are as mesmerizing as they are legendary. Watch as rocky climbs give way to lush Alpine valleys, and the skyline rises and falls along with the surrounding peaks. Your ride will pause at Lauterbrunnen, a valley town set within dramatic rock faces and epic waterfalls. Here we will take a walk to the iconic Staubbach Falls, whose water drops a whopping 297 meters from the overhanging cliffs to the pool below. The sight of the water dissolving to spray as it falls is striking. Our guide will share the stories behind the falls, and you will have the opportunity to take photos of the stunning surroundings. Set between twin glacier-fed lakes, the bustling town of Interlaken is a hub of activity, surrounded by stunning alpine scenery. As you tour the city you will learn about how it became the gateway to the Swiss Alps, and enjoy the pretty timber houses, sidewalk cafes, and live buskers which line the historic streets. In the summer, the clear waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz provide a perfect retreat from the midday sun, and you can enjoy the azure waters from the shore as you walk the promenade. You will also have the chance to explore the numerous gift and souvenir shops here, selling traditional Swiss wares, artisan food and drink, and adventure equipment. At the end of your tour, the guide will escort you back to Basel

Interlaken: Lauterbrunnen & Mürren Village Small Group Tour

6. Interlaken: Lauterbrunnen & Mürren Village Small Group Tour

Explore the Swiss Alps and see the rocky cliffs of Lauterbrunnen, home to the spectacular Staubbach Falls. Ride a cable car to Mürren and admire the chalets. Marvel at the peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Explore the village on your own and go for a hike. Arrive at the meeting point to start the tour. Then, visit the village of Lauterbrunnen, known for its rocky cliffs and Staubbach Falls, a spectacular waterfall which is 974 feet (297 meters) high. After this, travel by cable care to Mürren, an alpine village that is not accessible by road. Take in the view of three spectacular alpine mountains, Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Admire the wooden chalets and meadows of this village, which was famously featured in a James Bond film. Enjoy 2 hours walking around in the village, and go for a fun hike on the trails if you like. Afterward, return back, and choose to split from the group at Lauterbrunnen to visit the Trümmelbach waterfalls.

Day Trip from Lucerne: Grindelwald First Mountain Adventure

7. Day Trip from Lucerne: Grindelwald First Mountain Adventure

Enjoy a morning drive from Lucerne to the Bernese Oberland, passing by five different mountain lakes and listening to interesting explanations of your multilingual guide. After a picture stop at the famous village of Interlaken, go to the charming mountain resort Grindelwald.  Take the cable car up to Mount First to experience the unique summit attraction "First Cliff Walk by Tissot". The trail with a 40-meter one-rope suspension bridge promises an extraordinary adrenaline kick. Grab a bite to eat on the spectacular sun terrace of the restaurant “Berggasthaus First” (food not included) before soaking up the beautiful scenery on a hike to Lake Bachalpsee (6 km / 1.5 to 2 hours return). For adventure lovers, an exciting range of optional activities awaits you: the First Flyer (optional), a gigantic zip line that gives you the feeling of flying over 800 meters down the hill with a maximum speed of 84 kilometers per hour. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, you can whizz down the mountain on a mountain cart (optional) or Trottibike scooter (optional). For a more leisurely descent, take the cable car down to Grindelwald through lovely alpine scenery, passing by grazing cows and typical Swiss chalets.  Enjoy some leisure time to explore the alpine village Grindelwald before you take the train back to Interlaken, where you meet your tour guide again for the return trip to Lucerne.

Zurich: Mount Eiger Train Day Trip via Kleine Scheidegg Pass

8. Zurich: Mount Eiger Train Day Trip via Kleine Scheidegg Pass

Discover the stunning alpine scenery of the Bernese Oberland on this guided day trip from Zurich. Enjoy a spacious coach ride to the traditional resort town of Interlaken, before heading to Lauterbrunnen to catch a cogwheel train to the Kleine Scheidegg mountain pass.  Enjoy pickup from an area next to the centrally-located Zurich HB train station. Board spacious coach and relax while taking in the views on the way to Interlaken where you can take a short walk where you can see the town's old timber houses before resuming to Lauterbrunnen. Embark on a journey to 2061 meters above sea level on the cogwheel train. Take in breathtaking views of the majestic peaks of the Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains and the spectacular north face of Mount Eiger.  Experience the sensational alpine environment to the fullest during your free time on the pass. Have the option of taking a hike, visiting the Jungfrau Eiger Walk (open late June to October), or find a restaurant where you can purchase some regional alpine dishes. Make your way back town the mountain on a train ride down the northwest slope of mount Eiger to the charming alpine village of Grindelwald. In the late afternoon, meet with your tour guide and travel back to the Zurich HB train station on the bus. 

Interlaken: Highlights Tour with a Local by Private Car

9. Interlaken: Highlights Tour with a Local by Private Car

Your expert local tour guide & driver (MSc Geography) will show you the best parts of the Bernese Oberland (region of Interlaken), including hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this road trip by private car, you will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sightseeing points your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the region and the country Switzerland in general. The focus of this tour is to see the area like a local. However, this private tour can be customised according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. STANDARD sightseeing places we can visit during the tour are: - Interlaken town - Harder Kulm * - Grindelwald village - Lauterbrunnen village - Wengen / Kleine Scheidegg / Jungfraujoch * - Trümmelbach Waterfalls - Gimmelwald * / Mürren * / Schilthorn * - Lake Thun / Lake Brienz - Lake Lungern Some examples of HIDDEN SECRETS we will visit (how many we are able to cover depends on the length of the tour you are booking): - Schynige Platte * - Staubbach Falls - Iseltwald (filming location of "Crash landing on you") - Giessbach Waterfalls & Grandhotel Giessbach - Axalp - Brienzer Rothorn * - Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum - Meiringen - Reichenbach Falls - Aareschlucht (gorge of Aare river) - Susten pass road - Trift Bridge & Trift Glacier * - Grimsel pass road - Handeggfall Bridge - Gelmersee Lake - St. Beatus Caves - Spiez / Spiez castle - old town of Thun / Thun castle - Kandersteg (Lake Oeschinen * / Blue Lake) Sightseeing points marked with an asterisk * are not accessible by car but only by train or cablecar (tickets are not included).

From Interlaken: Wetterhorn Trail Snowshoe Hiking Tour

10. From Interlaken: Wetterhorn Trail Snowshoe Hiking Tour

The Wetterhorn Snowshoe Tour is an easy-moderate trail with impressive views. Beginning on the outskirts of the picturesque mountain village Grindelwald, the marked route gently climbs through the foothills of the towering Wetterhorn towards Grosse Scheidegg. Views of the Upper Grindelwald Glacier, First ski resort, and Schwarzhorn greet you as you hike through alpine meadows and snow-covered forests. Visit the Alpine Bird Park while the world-famous Eiger north face and the Wetterhorn loom overhead. This round trip loops back down to the Wetterhorn carpark, completing an unforgettable winter experience.

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4.2 / 5

based on 5 reviews

The tour to the top of Europe was amazing! Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, making the trip even more enjoyable. His passion for his job was evident and he kept the group entertained. It was an unforgettable adventure!

Excursion super people very welcoming and super interesting. The day was very pleasant and exciting. We loved our experience.

Pedro and Weili were very knowledgeable of the different stages of the journey which made for a informative day out!

Pedro our guide was phenomenal , he was engaging, informative and very funny!

Muy bueno el tour pero los grupos deberían ser más chicos