Jungfraujoch Top of Europe - Guided Day Trip with Eiger Express

Duration7h 30m

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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 48 travelers

Overview

Escape to the Swiss Alps and discover the breathtaking beauty of Jungfraujoch, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our guided day trip takes you on an unforgettable journey to the "Top of Europe", where you'll experience stunning views, thrilling rides, and unforgettable memories.

Start from charming village of Interlaken and head to Grindelwald to board the Eiger Express, a state-of-the-art aerial cableway that takes you beneath the majestic Eiger North Face, from here switch to the historic cogwheel train for the final ascent to Jungfraujoch.

At the top, marvel at the eternal snow and ice, take in 360-degree views of the Alps, including the Aletsch Glacier, from the Sphinx Observation Terrace. Explore the Ice Palace tunnels, take a souvenir photo with the Swiss flag and indulge in Swiss chocolate at Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven.

Take the scenic route back via Kleine Scheidegg, Wengen & picturesque Lauterbrunnen Valley with stunning views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks.

Options

Jungfraujoch Top of Europe - Guided Day Trip with Eiger Express

Starting point:
Höheweg 95, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland

Jungfraujoch from Lucerne

Duration: 10 hours: Pickup from Lucerne and enjoy a scenic drive to the Bernese Oberland with a stop in Interlaken
Top of Europe from Lucerne: Lucerne -> Interlaken -> Grindelwald -> Jungfraujoch - Tope of Europe -> Lauterbrunnen -> Interlaken -> Lucerne
Starting point:
Tourist Bus Parking Landenberg, Alpenquai, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland

Jungfraujoch from Zurich

Duration: 12 hours: Pickup from Zurich and enjoy a scenic drive to the Bernese Oberland with a stop in Interlaken
Top of Europe from Zurich: Zurich -> Interlaken -> Grindelwald -> Jungfraujoch - Tope of Europe -> Lauterbrunnen -> Interlaken -> Zurich
Starting point:
Sihlquai 29, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

What's included

Experience to Alpine Sensation, Sphinx Observation Terrace, Plateau, Ice Palace
Train from Eiger Glacier to Jungfraujoch
Train from Jungfraujoch to Lauterbrunnen
Cable car ride from Grindelwald to Eiger Glacier with seat reservation and preferred boarding
Fully guided tour by a professional multilingual guide
Transportation in a Premium AC Bus Coach
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Lunch

What to expect

Interlaken
30m

Experience the ultimate Swiss Alpine journey on this guided day trip from Interlaken to the Jungfraujoch Top of Europe, featuring the state-of-the-art Eiger Express
Grindelwald Terminal
30m · Admission ticket included

‘After a short break to soak in the mountain air, we proceed to Grindelwald for the highlight of modern alpine travel: the Eiger Express. As the world’s most advanced aerial cableway, this "masterpiece of engineering" offers a staggering flight directly beneath the Eiger North Face. The sheer limestone walls rise so close to your gondola window that the legendary rock face feels within your grasp.’
Eigergletscher
30m

Your alpine adventure hits high gear at the Grindelwald Terminal, where you’ll board the Eiger Express for an adrenaline-packed ascent. This tri-cable gondola ride offers a thrilling, 15-minute 'flight' that whisks you directly beneath the shadow of the legendary Eiger North Face.
Jungfraujoch Top of Europe
4h · Admission ticket included

Upon reaching the Eiger Glacier station, we transition to the historic cogwheel train, ascending through tunnels carved into the mountain's frozen heart over a century ago. You’ll emerge at the summit of the Jungfraujoch, 3,454 meters above sea level. Here, you are immersed in a world of eternal snow and ice. Journey through the Alpine Sensation, a moving tribute to the pioneers of the Jungfrau Railway, before stepping onto the Sphinx Observation Terrace. From this vantage point, you’ll witness a panoramic spectacle unlike any other: the snow-capped peaks of neighboring countries and the majestic Aletsch Glacier, the longest ice flow in the Alps. No visit is complete without wandering through the Ice Palace, where you walk through blue-lit tunnels carved directly into the heart of the glacier.
Lauterbrunnen
1h

After capturing your "bucket-list" photo with the Swiss flag on the Plateau, take a moment to recover your strength at the summit restaurants or visit Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven for a world-class sweet finish. Our descent offers a completely different perspective of the Bernese Oberland. We travel via the scenic cogwheel route through Kleine Scheidegg and the car-free village of Wengen, perched high above the valley floor. As we roll into the famous Lauterbrunnen Valley, the world-famous triple peaks—Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau—stand as your silent sentinels, accompanying you until we reach our private coach for the comfortable return journey to Interlaken.
Interlaken
1h

Take a scenic bus journey along the scenic Swiss countryside on the way back to Interlaken. This is the most efficient way for first-time visitors to tick off Switzerland's biggest bucket-list summit in a single day, with no logistics, no missed connections.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us at Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station, close to Zurich’s main train station. Follow track 18 (last track on street level) until road turns right then walk the road for 50 meters & find Sihlquai Coach Parking across Starbucks. Locate the Green Building & check-in at counter marked in green & yellow.

Meeting point

Meeting point is located at the Bus Parking Landenberg situated near Lucerne Train Station. Please wait at the street corner (the sidewalk) at the entrance of the parking, our guide will come & pick up from there. Reach 15 mins prior to start time & call on +91 7709455408 in case unable to locate.

Meeting point

The official meeting point for tours departing from Interlaken is at the OUTDOOR - Interlaken Shop in front of the Hotel Hapimag at Höheweg 95, close to the Kirchhofer Casino Gallery jewellery and watch shop.

End point

Meet us at Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station, close to Zurich’s main train station. Follow track 18 (last track on street level) until road turns right then walk the road for 50 meters & find Sihlquai Coach Parking across Starbucks. Locate the Green Building & check-in at counter marked in green & yellow.

End point

Meeting point is located at the Bus Parking Landenberg situated near Lucerne Train Station. Please wait at the street corner (the sidewalk) at the entrance of the parking, our guide will come & pick up from there. Reach 15 mins prior to start time & call on +91 7709455408 in case unable to locate.

End point

The official meeting point for tours departing from Interlaken is at the OUTDOOR - Interlaken Shop in front of the Hotel Hapimag at Höheweg 95, close to the Kirchhofer Casino Gallery jewellery and watch shop.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Altitude — Jungfraujoch is at 3,454 m. Symptoms of mild altitude effect (light-headedness, shortness of breath) are common. Drink water, take it slow at the summit, avoid alcohol on the day.
Weather — temperatures at the summit are 0 to -10 °C even in mid-summer. Bring a warm jacket, sunglasses and gloves. Sunscreen is essential due to glacier reflection.
Jungfraujoch worth visiting from Interlaken: Yes. Jungfraujoch — the "Top of Europe" at 3,454 m — is the most-visited high-altitude destination in Switzerland and is consistently rated the standout day trip from Interlaken.
Jungfraujoch suitable for children, seniors and travelers: Yes for most. The experience is family-friendly and not strenuous.
Options of lunch at Jungfraujoch: The summit has a panorama restaurant, a self-service buffet, and the Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven shop. Typical summit lunch budget: CHF 30–50 per person.
Health — the experience is not recommended for travelers with heart, lung, or severe respiratory conditions. Consult your doctor if pregnant.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.