Embark on an unforgettable Alpine journey with this 2-day tour from Lucerne to the Top of Europe, in Switzerland's magnificent Jungfrau region. With your guide, travel by coach through the idyllic Bernese Oberland and ride the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station surrounded by stunning snow-capped mountains and glaciers. Stay overnight at a 3-star hotel in the wonderful Alpine town where you'll have free time to enjoy scenic outdoor activities like hikes, lake cruises, cable car rides and bike rentals.
Options
Grindelwald | Single | Spanish
Interlaken | Double | English
Interlaken | Double | Spanish
Interlaken | Single | Spanish
Grindelwald | Single | English
Interlaken | Single | English
Grindelwald | Double | English
Grindelwald | Double | Spanish
What's included
Public bus transportation (only for guests overnight in Grindelwald)
Overnight stay in a 3★ hotel in Interlaken or Grindelwald (subject to availability)
Breakfast
Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned coach
Partially guided tour by a professional multilingual guide as per description
Eiger Express cable car and cogwheel train, with preferred boarding and guaranteed seat reservation
Jungfraujoch–Top of Europe, with Alpine Sensation, Sphinx Observation Deck, Plateau, and Ice Palace
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Optional activities in Interlaken or Grindelwald
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Additional meals
Gratuities
Personal expenses
What to expect
Day 1: Day 1: Lucerne — Interlaken or Grindelwald
Lucerne
Pass by
After pickup from central Lucerne by coach, sit back and relax as your guide takes you on a narrated drive through the Bernese Oberland portion of Jungfrau, one of Switzerland's most attractive Alpine regions.
Interlaken
6h
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.
Grindelwald
6h
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.
Day 2: Day 2: Interlaken or Grindelwald — Jungfraujoch — Lucerne
Grindelwald
Pass by
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.
Jungfraujoch
2h
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.
Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory
15m · Admission ticket included
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.
Ice Palace - Jungfraujoch
Pass by
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!
Lauterbrunnen Village
Pass by
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 Lucerne.
Lucerne
Pass by
End your tour back in Lucerne at the same spot, where you started the tour the day before.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please wait there on the sidewalk. Your tour guide will be holding a red flag with “Best of Switzerland Tours” on it.
End point
Please wait there on the sidewalk. Your tour guide will be holding a red flag with “Best of Switzerland Tours” on it.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Infant rates do not apply provided they do not occupy a seat. If an extra bed is required additional charges may apply. Please specify under special requirements at check out
Maximum of 2 passengers per room. If you are traveling with a party of 3 travelers or more, you must make separate bookings
The tour is accompanied from Zurich/Lucerne to Interlaken/Grindelwald (day 1) and from Interlaken/Grindelwald Terminal to Lucerne/Zurich (day 2). For your individual afternoon and overnight stay in Interlaken/Grindelwald (day 1), a written itinerary is provided
Child discount (based on two full paying adults): 0 - 1 year: free of charge in same room/bed as parents | 2 - 11 years: 50% discount in same room/bed as parents
Attractions Alpine Sensation, Sphinx Observation Deck, Plateau and Ice Palace are available depending on the weather conditions
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
