2-Day Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Tour from Zurich: Interlaken or Grindelwald

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2 days (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

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 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.

What's Included

Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide as per description
Preferred boarding and guaranteed seat reservation at the train/cable car
Breakfast
Transportation in comfortable coach with AC as per description
Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe with Alpine Sensation, Sphinx Observation Deck, Plateau, Ice Palace
Eiger Express cable car, cogwheel train, public bus as per description
Overnight stay in a 3* hotel in Interlaken/Grindelwald (subject to availability)
Optional activities in Interlaken and Grindelwald
Gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Personal expenses
Additional meals
Beverages

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: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Zurich — Interlaken or Grindelwald

    3 stops
  • 1
    Zurich

    After pickup by coach from Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station a centrally located meeting point near Zürich HB, 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Interlaken

    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.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Grindelwald

    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.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Interlaken or Grindelwald — Jungfraujoch — Zurich (B)

    6 stops
  • 4
    Grindelwald

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Jungfraujoch

    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.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory

    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.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    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
  • 8
    Lauterbrunnen

    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
  • 9
    Zurich

    End your tour back in Zurich at the same spot, where you started the tour the day before.

    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
  • 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
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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