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From Zurich: Day Trip to Lakes, Mountains, and Adventure

ZurichOperated by Best of Switzerland Tours

On this day trip from Zurich, you will discover the famous town of Interlaken and its lakes and mountains surrounding it. In Interlaken, you can participate in activities of your choice (optional).

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before

Duration12 hrs

LanguagesEnglish · Spanish

Meeting pointBusbahnhof Sihlquai, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich

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Tour stops

10 stops

1Departure · ZurichReturn · Zurich

Your day trip starts at Sihlquai Bus Station at Limmatstrasse 2 in Zurich.
Discover Zurich
By bus, you travel over Brünig Pass into the Bernese Oberland. The route is scenic.
You have around 7 hours to explore Interlaken at your own pace. Choose your optional activities yourself.
Discover Interlaken
You can optionally stroll along Höhematte, a park with panoramic views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.
You can optionally take the funicular railway up to Interlaken’s local mountain, Harder Kulm, with views over Lake Thun, Lake Brienz and the surrounding peaks.
Discover Harder Kulm
Alternatively, you can take a bus or boat to the village of Iseltwald on the shores of Lake Brienz, known as a filming location for the series “Crash Landing on You”.
Discover Iseltwald
You can optionally take a jet boat ride on Lake Brienz.
Discover Lake Brienz
Interlaken lies between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. According to the provider, optional activities of your choice are available on both lakes.
Discover Lake Thun
You can optionally explore the St. Beatus Caves on Lake Thun. Well-lit, easily accessible paths lead up to 1,000 metres into a grotto world featuring dripstone formations.
Discover St. Beatus Caves
After a day full of memorable experiences, you meet your guide for the return journey to Zurich.
Discover Zurich

Highlights

Enjoy a picturesque drive over the Brünig Pass into the Bernese Oberland
Discover the place Interlaken, situated between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz
Optionally undertake some activities in Interlaken
Stroll optionally along the Höhematte, a beautiful park with panoramic views of the surrounding Alpine peaks

Description

Experience a picturesque bus ride through breathtaking landscapes to the Bernese Oberland. Enjoy around 7 hours to explore Interlaken at your own pace and participate in optional activities, whether on Lake Thun or Lake Brienz, on a mountain, or during an exciting adventure.

Stroll along the scenic Höhematte Boulevard and enjoy the view of the impressive surrounding mountains, including the world-famous Jungfraujoch. Browse local shops for regional souvenirs, jewelry, and watches.

Take the funicular to Interlaken's local mountain, Harder Kulm, for stunning views over Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, and the surrounding peaks. Alternatively, you can take a bus or a boat trip to the charming village of Iseltwald on the shores of the turquoise Lake Brienz, which is known as a filming location for the series "Crash Landing on You."

For an underground adventure, explore the St. Beatus Caves on Lake Thun. Well-lit and easily accessible paths lead up to 1000 meters deep into a fascinating cave world with stalactite formations.

Adventurous souls will find numerous outdoor activities in Interlaken, such as rafting, canyoning, or a jet boat ride on Lake Brienz. For a more relaxing experience, take the nostalgic Schynige Platte Railway for breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau and explore the alpine gardens.

For athletic challenges, the rope park is a great option, or soar through the majestic Swiss Alps while paragliding – an experience for young and old alike. After a day full of unforgettable memories, you will meet your guide for the return journey.

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