Bernese Oberland
Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe, and Lauterbrunnen
The Eiger Express and the Jungfrau Railway to Europe’s highest railway station, the Ice Palace and the Sphinx terrace, then the Lauterbrunnen valley.
- Duration
- 10 h
- Starting point
- Hotel pickup in Zurich
- Experience
- Private tour
- Price
- One price for the whole group
The Sphinx Observatory, Jungfraujoch
Description
Jungfraujoch, the “Top of Europe”, is reached by Europe’s highest railway, at 3,454 metres. This private day takes you there from Zurich and back, with the Lauterbrunnen valley on the way home.
From Grindelwald, the Eiger Express gondola climbs to Eigergletscher in about 15 minutes. The Jungfrau Railway then continues through the mountain to Jungfraujoch, stopping at Eismeer for a view of the glaciers. At the top you visit the Ice Palace, the Sphinx observation terrace and Alpine Sensation.
Afterwards there is time for Lauterbrunnen, a village between sheer cliffs and waterfalls, with the Staubbach Falls.
- The Eiger Express gondola from Grindelwald
- The Jungfrau Railway, with a stop at Eismeer
- Ice Palace, Sphinx terrace and Alpine Sensation
- Lauterbrunnen and the Staubbach Falls
Itinerary
Pickup
Meeting at your hotel and drive to Grindelwald, about 1 h 50 min from Zurich (less from other starting points).
Eiger Express
From Grindelwald Terminal, the Eiger Express gondola reaches Eigergletscher in about 15 minutes, with large windows onto the Alps.
Jungfrau Railway
The cogwheel railway climbs for about 25 minutes to Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station, with a stop at Eismeer to see the glaciers.
Jungfraujoch
The Sphinx observation terrace with 360-degree views, the Ice Palace carved into the glacier, the snow area outside (activities depend on the season), restaurants and shops.
Lauterbrunnen
A visit to the Lauterbrunnen valley, with its cliffs, meadows and the Staubbach Falls.
Return
Drive back to your starting point.
Pick-up
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation.
- Your exact pickup time is confirmed in advance, and you receive a contact number for the day.
What's included
- Private transportation in a comfortable vehicle
- Private driver-guide throughout the day
- Hotel or accommodation pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip mountain railway tickets to Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe
- Access to the Ice Palace
- Access to Alpine Sensation
- Access to the Sphinx observation terrace
- Visit to the Lauterbrunnen valley
- Photo stops along the way
- Bottled water
- Flexible private itinerary
- Personal assistance throughout the day
- A private experience for your group only
Exclusions
- Meals and drinks, except bottled water
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not in the confirmed itinerary
- Entrance fees not listed as included
- Tips
- Extra time beyond the standard tour duration
Please note
- Jungfraujoch is 3,454 metres above sea level. Please consider your health before travelling: guests with heart, breathing or circulation conditions, or any altitude-related concern, should seek medical advice first.
- If you feel unwell, dizzy or short of breath during the visit, tell your driver-guide straight away.
- The Ice Palace has very smooth, icy floors, and outdoor areas can be slippery, snowy or uneven.
- Weather and conditions in the high Alps can change quickly.
- Infant seats can be arranged on request.
- Please tell us in advance about infants, wheelchairs or other mobility needs so that we can plan the most suitable route.
What do I need to bring
- Warm clothing, even in summer.
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
- 10 h
- Departure
- Hotel pickup in Zurich
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Age categories
- Adults: Age 13–100 · Children: Age 4–12
- Online booking
- Up to 7 participants. Larger groups on request.
- Booking notice
- Short-notice requests are welcome — call or message us to check.
