Bernese Oberland
Bernese Oberland: Alpine villages, gorges and waterfalls
A private day from Zurich through the Bernese Oberland: the Aare Gorge in season, Brienz and its lake, the Giessbach Falls, Lauterbrunnen and Interlaken.
- Duration
- 8 h 30 min
- Starting point
- Hotel pickup in Zurich
- Experience
- Private tour
- Price
- One price for the whole group
The Giessbach Falls above Lake Brienz
Description
A private day through one of the most spectacular regions of the Swiss Alps, with your own driver-guide and no group timetable.
From Zurich the road leads into the Haslital, where the Aare has cut a narrow gorge through the limestone. Then come the wooden houses of Brienz on its turquoise lake, a short walk to the Giessbach Falls, the cliffs and waterfalls of the Lauterbrunnen valley and the town of Interlaken between two lakes.
The pace is yours: stay longer where you like it, stop for photos along the way, and take lunch with a view of the mountains whenever the day allows.
- The Aare Gorge on walkways and through tunnels (mid-April to late October)
- Brienz, the Brunngasse and Lake Brienz
- A short walk to the Giessbach Falls
- The Lauterbrunnen valley and Interlaken
Itinerary
Pickup and drive
Collection at your hotel in Zurich and a scenic drive of about 1 hour 30 minutes past mountains, forests and villages.
Aare Gorge
A natural gorge 1,400 metres long and up to 200 metres deep at the foot of the Grimsel and Susten passes, explored in about 45 minutes on walkways and through tunnels. Open from mid-April to late October, depending on the weather; outside the season the day focuses on the villages and viewpoints of the Bernese Oberland.
Brienz
The village on the shore of Lake Brienz, its turquoise water, and the Brunngasse, a lane of old wooden houses decorated with flowers.
Giessbach Falls
A walk of about 8 minutes past smaller cascades to the falls, which drop over several levels through the forest above Lake Brienz.
Lauterbrunnen
The valley of sheer rock walls and waterfalls, one of the most photographed places in the Alps.
Interlaken and return
Time in Interlaken, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, then the drive back to Zurich.
Pick-up
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Zurich or at another agreed place.
- Your driver-guide sends you the final meeting details before the tour.
What's included
- Private transportation in a premium vehicle
- Professional private driver-guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Zurich
- Private full-day tour through the Bernese Oberland
- Visit to Lauterbrunnen
- Visit to Interlaken
- Scenic stops at selected Alpine villages and viewpoints
- Flexible itinerary adapted to your pace and interests
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Meals and drinks, except bottled water
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Please note
- The Aare Gorge is open from mid-April to late October, depending on the weather. Outside that period the tour visits the villages, lakes and viewpoints of the Bernese Oberland instead.
- Strollers are welcome and infant seats are available on request.
- Wheelchair users: please tell us in advance so we can adapt the day where possible. Access varies between villages and viewpoints.
- Alpine weather changes quickly, so bring an extra layer.
What do I need to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Clothing suited to the weather
- An extra warm layer
Cancellation policy
More than 7 days before the tour: full refund. Between 7 days and 72 hours: 50% refund. Less than 72 hours, or no-show: no refund.
If you paid online and we cannot confirm your requested date, you choose another date or a full refund. One change of date is free up to 72 hours before the tour, subject to availability.
If we have to cancel, for example because of severe weather, you choose another date or a full refund.
More info
- Experience
- Private tour, only your group
- Duration
- 8 h 30 min
- Departure
- Hotel pickup in Zurich
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Age categories
- Adults: Age 15–99 · Children: Age 6–14
- Online booking
- Up to 7 participants. Larger groups on request.
- Booking notice
- Short-notice requests are welcome — call or message us to check.
