Top Interlaken Day Trips

Whatever your level of photography skill, you'll secure some wonderful images on this private photo tour from Interlaken to the valley of Lauterbrunnen. In the company of a professional photographer, explore one of the world's most spectacular glacial valleys. Follow the Mountain View Trail to the alpine village of Mürren, with great views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau along the way, and capture the beauty of some of Europe's most impressive waterfalls: Staubbach, Trümmelbach, and Schmadrifällen.

Enhance your experience of Jungfrau’s Alpine majesty on an exhilarating full-day excursion from Interlaken to the Top of Europe. Travel to Grindelwald and board the new state-of-the-art gondola Eiger Express to the Eiger Station. Then change into a cogwheel train up the Jungfraujoch pass and arrive at Europe’s highest railway station, known as the 'Top of Europe'. Absorb magnificent panoramas of snow-capped Alpine spires; gaze at the jagged peak of Europe’s largest glacier; and explore a fairytale ice palace while enjoying illuminating commentary from your guide.

Soak up the scenery of the Swiss Alps on this 6-hour e-bike tour of Lauterbrunnen Valley. Aided by a motor-powered electric bike, pedal your way through the ‘Valley of the 72 waterfalls’, passing tranquil forest trails, sweeping gorges and traditional alpine villages. Stop along the way to admire the glacial waters of Luetschine River, walk behind Staubbach waterfall and marvel at the mighty Trümmelbach falls, then finish your adventure with a delicious picnic lunch of Swiss specialties.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Lauterbrunnen Valley and the Bernese Alps by going on this comprehensive small-group tour. It’s a fantastic way to discover outstanding views, and many regional highlights in a day. See Jungfrau, Eiger, the Jura Mountain, and the Black Forest. No need to worry about organizing transfers as train, and cable car fees are included. A highlight is seeing the James Bond Thrill Walk on the way to the summit, near Schilthorn.

If you want to discover the best Swiss chocolate and cheese without straying too far from Interlaken, this hassle-free day trip is the answer. With a guide, you’ll travel to the village of Gruyères for a picnic of traditional Swiss bites, than take a tour of a cheese makers where the village’s namesake cheese is produced. Sample and learn about chocolate at Maison Cailler Chocolaterie, and enjoy free time in the UNESCO-listed Swiss capital of Bern.

Home to soaring peaks and sheer valleys, the Jungfraujoch region is widely considered the prettiest corner of the Swiss countryside—but the rugged terrain makes exploring a challenge. On this tour, tackle steep climbs by cogwheel railway, discover natural features including ice caves and the Staubbach waterfall, and gaze over Kleine Scheidegg to Germany’s Black Forest. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour—limited to 15 people.

Paraglide above the Swiss Alp peaks on a tandem flight with transport from Interlaken. At the launch spot in Beatenberg, listen to a safety talk with a small group of no more than 10 people, and then take off with a guide. Gaze down at Lake Thun and the snowy summits of the Jungfrau as you soar above the alpine landscape; the views are as breathtaking as the flight.

Enjoy a tandem paragliding experience amid the mountainous scenery of the Swiss Alps. After taking off from Beatenberg, you’ll soar into the air with your pilot behind you. Feeling like a daredevil? Let the pilot try some tricks up in the air. Want to focus on the scenery? Just gaze ahead, and take in sights of Lake Thun and the alpine villages below. A safety briefing is included, along with an Interlaken hotel pickup and drop-off service.

Prepare to get soaked as you navigate down the Lütschine River through class III-IV rapids. This half-day white-water rafting trip takes you on an exhilarating ride through the Interlaken valley before you float along tranquil Alpine waters to the Lake of Brienz. Refresh with a quick swim followed by a hot shower and coffee or beer at base camp. Numbers are limited to eight people per boat, ensuring a small-group experience with an expert river guide. Safety briefing, equipment and round-trip hotel transport from Interlaken included.

Get to know the fun side of Interlaken through its bars, and meet some new people at the same time. This popular pub crawl visits the bars of the mountain town that are popular with locals and visitors alike. Highlights of the evening crawl include live music, tequila, and some of the best beer in town.

Abseil down 165 feet (50 meters) into a gushing canyon at Grimsel on this Swiss Alps canyoning adventure. After a scenic drive beneath the snow-capped peaks of the Bernese Alps, you'll leap off rock ledges, ride a zipline and shoot down natural slides into swirling plunge pools below. Wetsuit, safety gear and showers plus a light lunch and beer are included on this 5.5-hour tour from Interlaken, limited to 13 people for a small-group experience with your professional guide. This seasonal tour operates May–October.

Ascend to the summit of the Schilthorn with a gondola ticket that also includes admission to the mountain’s Thrill Walk, Bond World exhibition, and entry to the 360° Restaurant Piz Gloria — an eatery that rotates as you eat. Use your time at the top to visit the alpine attractions and soak up views of the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau peaks. Just show your voucher at the Stechelberg valley station for a relaxing mountain day out.

Discover the best of the Swiss alpine scenery from the city on this private tour of Interlaken. Follow a private guide along the banks of the Aare River and choose your own route to take in the attractions of most interest. Delve into Interlaken’s historic heart in the Höhenmatte, travel by public bus away from the tourist trail, or take the cable car to 4,337 feet (1,322 meters) above sea level for beautiful views over the surrounding peaks to shimmering Lake Thun.

Discover the majesty of the Swiss Alps on this private 8-hour guided tour to Jungfraujoch from Interlaken. Explore the Swiss Alps with a private guide and enjoy the freedom to customize your tour to hit the highlights you most want to see. Travel through Lauterbrunnen to the pretty Alpine village of Wengen, home to the famous Lauberhorn downhill ski race each winter. Take the Jungfrau Railway through the Swiss Alps to Jungfraujoch and admire fine views over the soaring peaks. Perhaps visit the ice cave or the Lindt chocolate shop.

Ascend to the Top of Europe on this full-day tour to Jungfraujoch from Interlaken. Travel by train to Grindelwald, then soak up montane vistas as you ride the Eiger Express gondola and Jungfrau Railway up to Europe’s highest station. Benefit from your guide’s insights as you explore attractions including the Sphinx Observation Deck and Ice Palace and enjoy free time to browse the shops and restaurants at the summit.

Enjoy a drive around some of the best countryside Switzerland has to offer.  Start your journey in your private and exclusive Mercedes Mini Van. Let Chris drive you along the Brunig Pass, stoppijng off at Lungernsee to reach the spectacular Bernese Oberland.  From there, choose the spectacular sights you want to visit ranging from the fascinating Aare Gorge which is 1’400 metres long and up to 200 metres deep. The Giessbach Falls are breath-taking as is the 150 year old Giessbach hotel for lunch overlooking Lake Brienz. Take a boat trip over to Brienz and stroll along Brungasse, one of Europe`s prettiest streets. Journey onto Interlaken for a souvenir stop and then go along the Lauterbrunnen valley to see the 300metre Staubbach Falls. Drive onto the Trummelbach Falls and witness waterfalls within a mountain and finally drive up to Isenfluh for some awesome views of the big 3 - Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau or go one further and take the cable car to Sulwald for more incredible views.

Whatever your level of photography skill, you'll secure some wonderful images on this private photo tour from Interlaken to the valley of Lauterbrunnen. In the company of a professional photographer, explore one of the world's most spectacular glacial valleys. Follow the Mountain View Trail to the alpine village of Mürren, with great views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau along the way, and capture the beauty of some of Europe's most impressive waterfalls: Staubbach, Trümmelbach, and Schmadrifällen.

If you want a more personal experience exploring Switzerland's Interlaken and Jungfrau region, you can look no further than this intimate, private tour. With your personal tour vehicle, you're whisked through the Swiss Alps to marvel at villages and towering waterfalls, stroll through Interlaken, and take in the fantastic views of Jungfrau Mountain. Best of all, with a customizable itinerary, you can see what you want on your personalized adventure.

Boasting soaring peaks and spectacular mountain scenery, the Bernese Alps attract visitors from across the world—but reaching the remote heights alone is a challenge. On this private tour, explore the pretty Lauterbrunnen Valley with round-trip travel from your Interlaken hotel plus train and cable-car tickets included. Admire panoramic views over Mt. Eiger, visit the traditional village of Mürren, and see the best of the Bernese Alps in one adventurous day.

Spend a day in the Jungfrau region of Switzerland with your own private guide for a group of up to six people. Perfect for family and friends who want to see the mountain sights, the day trip from Interlaken combines convenient transport and logistics with all the highlights of Jungfrau. You’ll cruise across shimmering Lake Brienz, watch the cascades at Giessbach Falls, ride a funicular, visit an alpine zoo, and trek through a gorge. The itinerary can even be tailored to your interests.

Book a seat on the Glacier Express and experience one of the world’s most spectacular mountain train journeys, minus the stress. This self-guided option includes your round-trip ticket between Chur and Brig or Bern, plus a travel booklet to help you reach the start point. With less time spent on logistics, you can turn your attention to the sights; Oberalp Pass and Andermatt are two of the highlights.

Swap Interlaken for the sights of Berne and Lake Thun with this private day trip for a group of up to 13 people. With your own guide, you’ll first travel to Lake Thun for a photo stop by the alpine lake. Continue to Berne to enjoy some free time admiring the city’s roses and its handsome old town, then finish up with visits to producers of Swiss chocolate and Gruyere cheese. Entrance fees to the factories and rose gardens are at your own expense.

Discover Lake Thun and Blausee Nature Park on trip from Interlaken. The private tour includes a journey through the Swiss mountain countryside to stunning Lake Thun. Stop for photos, then venture into Blausee Nature Park to bob around the lake by boat. If you want to visit the mountain village of Kandersteg, upgrade to a full-day tour. You’ll have chance to ride a cable car or speed along a summer sled run. Entrance fees and activities are at your own expense. 

Forget the hassle of navigation on a private day tour to UNESCO-listed Jungfraujoch, with included round-trip transfer from your Interlaken hotel. Customize your itinerary to explore the scenic landscape in a way that suits you, with a choice of walking trails, montane attractions, and optional extensions available. Jungfraujoch train tickets are not included.

Unique private tour where you'll discover the must sees and hidden treasures. Your personal local multilingual Swiss guide Sibylle presents you the extra something and creates you an unforgettable Swiss experience. The schedule and itinerary can be adapted according your personal desires.