Bernese Oberland

Blausee and Interlaken

A private day from Zurich to the turquoise Blausee in its forest, then Interlaken between two lakes, returning by a different scenic route.

Duration
8 h 30 min
Starting point
Hotel pickup in Zurich
Experience
Private tour
Price
One price for the whole group

The Blausee in autumn

Description

A private day to two of the most beautiful places in the Bernese Oberland: the clear turquoise water of the Blausee and the town of Interlaken.

At the Blausee you walk around the lake in its forest setting, hear the legend behind it and have free time for photos, a coffee or a light lunch. Interlaken, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz below the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, follows.

The way back to Zurich takes a different road, past more lakes and villages.

  • The turquoise Blausee, entrance included
  • Free time at the lake
  • Interlaken and the Höhematte
  • A different scenic route back to Zurich

Itinerary

  1. Pickup and drive

    Collection at your hotel and a drive of about 1 hour 30 minutes to the Blausee.

  2. Blausee

    One of the bluest lakes anywhere, in a quiet forest. Hear the legend of the lake, walk around it and enjoy free time; the restaurant and café on site are open for a snack, a coffee or lunch.

  3. Drive to Interlaken

    About 45 minutes through the Jungfrau region, past mountains, lakes and villages.

  4. Interlaken

    Between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, facing the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Stroll through the town and the Höhematte park, and stop for a Swiss lunch if you wish.

  5. Return by another route

    About 2 hours back to Zurich on a different Alpine road, past further lakes and villages.

Pick-up

  • Pickup at your hotel, Airbnb or another address you give us when booking.
  • Your exact pickup time is confirmed before the tour, and you receive a contact number for the day.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Private driver-guide
  • Hotel or accommodation pickup and drop-off
  • Visit to the Blausee
  • Visit to Interlaken
  • Blausee entrance tickets
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

  • Meals and drinks, except bottled water
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Other entrance fees
  • Tips

Please note

  • Strollers are welcome and infant seats are available on request.
  • The Blausee is beautiful in every season, including in winter snow.

What do I need to bring

  • Clothing suited to the weather

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.

Read the cancellation policy

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 · Infants: Age 0–5
Online booking
Up to 10 participants. Larger groups on request.
Booking notice
Short-notice requests are welcome — call or message us to check.
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