Embark on an unforgettable Alpine journey with this 2-day tour from Zurich 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 your choice of Interlaken or Grindelwald, both wonderful Alpine towns where you’ll have free time to enjoy scenic outdoor activities like hikes, lake cruises, cable car rides and bike rentals.

Itinerary

Day 1: Zurich — Interlaken or Grindelwald

Pass By: Zurich Central Station (Sihlquai Car Park), 8 1, 8005 Freienbach, Switzerland
After pickup from central Zurich from a central location by coach, 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
Grindelwald: Nestled in an impressive Alpine landscape, 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.

Overnight: 3-star hotel in Interlaken or Grindelwald
Duration: 6 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

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’ll hop on a cogwheel train for a ride up the Alps via the Kleine Schneidegg mountain pass.

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

Pass By: 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.

Pass By: Ice Palace – Jungfraujoch, Jungfraujoch Switzerland
Then visit the Ice Palace to walk through the heart of a glacier!

Pass By: Jungfraujoch, Jungfraujoch, Canton of Valais, Swiss Alps
Stop for lunch at a restaurant (own expense) before reconvening with your guide for the train ride back to Lauterbrunnen, where the coach awaits you for the return trip to Zurich.

Pass By: Zurich Central Station (Sihlquai Car Park), 8 1, 8005 Freienbach, Switzerland
End you tour back in Zürich at the same spot, where you have started the tour the day before.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

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