Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip from Lucerne

4.7 (880 reviews) Lucerne, Switzerland
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Duration9h 30m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 60 travelers

Overview

Travel to the top of Europe and admire the soaring peaks of the Swiss Alps on this 9.5-hour Jungfraujoch day trip from Lucerne. Take a scenic drive through high mountain passes to picturesque Lauterbrunnen with your guide. Board the cogwheel train and travel up to Kleine Scheidegg, beneath the famous Eiger North Face. Alight at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Jungfraujoch — Europe's highest railway station at a dizzying 11,333 feet (3,454 meters). Explore the Ice Palace and enjoy panoramic views over the mighty Aletsch Glacier from the observation terrace.

What's included

  • V-Cableway Eiger Express
  • WiFi on board
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Cogwheel train
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What to expect

  1. Lucerne Station
    Pass by
    Meet your guide and hop aboard your air-conditioned coach in central Lucerne near the train station, and head out of the city on a scenic tour into the magnificent mountain world of the Bernese Oberland.
  2. Interlaken
    25m
    In Interlaken you will have some limited time before boarding the coach for a short drive to Lauterbrunnen.
  3. Lauterbrunnen
    5m
    Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks in picturesque Lauterbrunnen, board the cogwheel train with your guide and enjoy a breathtakingly beautiful trip up to Kleine Scheidegg at the foot of the famous Eiger North Face.
  4. Kleine Scheidegg
    10m
    Time to change trains in the middle station Kleine Scheidegg
  5. Jungfraujoch Top of Europe
    3h
    Soak up spectacular valley views, then travel onward to majestic Jungfraujoch at an impressive altitude of 11,333 feet (3454 meters) above sea level. This high-altitude Alpine wilderness sits in Switzerland’s Bernese Alps and takes pride of place on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Enjoy the attractions and views during an approsimately 3 hours stay.
  6. Ice Palace - Jungfraujoch
    15m
    Visit the Alpine Sensation — a round-tour subway opened to mark the centenary of the Jungfrau Railway and wander through the Ice Palace.
  7. Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory
    15m
    Take in panoramic views over the Aletsch Glacier (Europe's longest glacier) from your vantage point on the Sphinx Observation Terrace. On a clear day, you can see as far as the snow-capped peaks of neighboring countries!
  8. Eigergletscher
    10m
    After your time at Jungfraujoch, ride the cogwheel train down to Eigergletscher, where you will change to the V-Cableway Eiger Express. After approx. 15 minutes you will reach Grindelwald Terminal, where the coach awaits for the drive back to Lucerne.
  9. Lucerne
    Pass by
    Your tour will come to an end in the city center of Lucerne in the evening.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your tour guide in front of the McDonalds, opposite the Tourist Information office. Our coach is coming from Zurich and will reach Lucerne between 9.20am and 9.30am.

End point

Meet your tour guide in front of the McDonalds, opposite the Tourist Information office. Our coach is coming from Zurich and will reach Lucerne between 9.20am and 9.30am.

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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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