Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

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(1,343 reviews)

12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Sure to be a highlight of your Switzerland vacation, this day trip from Zurich takes you into the Swiss Alps. Discover Jungfraujoch, one of the highest points in Europe, travel by coach with a multilingual guide through the Bernese Oberland region, and enjoy a stop in the famous town of Interlaken along the way. Board the gondola in Grindelwald and change to the cogwheel train at the Eiger Glacier for a ride to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jungfraujoch mountain pass, where an Alpine wonderland of spectacular mountains and glaciers awaits.

What's Included

Seat reservation and preferred boarding (Eiger Express, cogwheel train)
Eiger Express cable car, cogwheel train
Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide
Alpine Sensation, Sphinx Observation Terrace, Plateau, Ice Palace (weather permitting)
Transportation in comfortable coach with AC
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Best of Switzerland Tours AG

The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • Zurich (Pass by)

    Head to Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich train station in the morning to meet your multilingual guide and board your comfortable coach. Then, relax on the scenic drive through the Bernese Oberland countryside.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Interlaken

    A scenic coach journey through splendid countryside takes you to the Bernese Oberland. After a short break in Interlaken, a picturesque village nestled idyllically between Lakes Brienz and Thun, you continue to Grindelwald.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Grindelwald Terminal (Pass by)

    In Grindelwald you board the gondola Eiger Express of the newly opened V-Cableway for a spectacular ride to the Eiger Glacier station, where you 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Jungfraujoch Top of Europe

    Once on the top, immerse yourself in the fascinating high alpine wonderland of eternal ice, snow and rock. Experience the discovery tour “Alpine Sensation” marking the 100-year anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway.

    2 hours 20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory

    Visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace and Plateau with the most breath-taking panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, the neighbouring countries and the longest glacier of the Alps, the Aletsch Glacier.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Ice Palace - Jungfraujoch

    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!

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Lauterbrunnen (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 Zurich.

    Admission ticket free
  • Zurich (Pass by)

    The coach takes you back to Zurich, where your tour started in the morning.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • As the Jungfraujoch is covered in snow all year round, we recommend bringing a warm jacket, shoes with a solid rubber sole and sun glasses to experience all indoor and outdoor attractions. Please note that there is no possibility to rent clothes or shoes on top of the Jungfraujoch.
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Cancellation Policy

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

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