Average 4.67 out of 5 stars based on 91 verified reviews from Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor, Were here to help. Excellent service and very informative guide, gave good information about everything and guided us very well. Total traveling time is just over 90 minutes. per person. ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product, Pass By: Hheweg, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland. interlaken berne berner oberland lucerne jungfrau grindelwald nationalfeiertag ausflugsziele jungfraujoch bernrundschau gemeinderat Soak up a stunning panorama of snowcapped Alps, spot the longest glacier of the alps, and walk through the one-of-a-kind Ice Palace! Railway journeys from Interlaken to the Jungfraujoch start on the Berner Oberland Bahn (BOB) trains from Interlaken Ost station. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability, There is a restaurant at the Top of Europe station where you may purchase food and drinks, Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level, This experience requires good weather. Would highly recommend. Enjoy a panoramic cable car ride, take in the views of Europe from the Sphinx Observation Terrace, and explore the tunnels of the Ice Palace. The trip itself was excellent. A dream train ride for many travelers. Amidst a stunning high-Alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock, youll be amazed by the panoramic views from the Sphinx Observation Terrace. At the top, immerse yourself in a fascinating alpine world of eternal snow and ice and enjoy time at leisure to discover the summit attractions individually. The only knock against the tour is due to some construction on the train line for the ride back. During the descent, pass the holiday resort Wengen and stop at Lauterbrunnen, where the coach awaits for your return trip to Interlaken. From 2021, the new Eiger Express cable car is a faster option but the total price will stay the same. The ice palace was our favorite, so beautiful and impressive. Must better than at the top of Mont Blac, or the Matterhorn. Immerse yourself in a breathtaking Alpine wonderland on this guided day trip from Interlaken to the Top of Europe. Experience the Alpine Sensation adventure tour marking the 100th anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway. It is expected that the majority of passengers will use the faster cable car option when traveling to Jungfraujoch. Most Swiss railway passes, the Junior Card, and further Jungfraujoch discount offers are available to make traveling to Top of Europe cheaper. Rode a tour bus from Interlaken to the first of two trains up to the Jungfrau viewing platform. The new Eiger Express cable car from Grindelwald-Terminal to Eigergletcher that opened in 2020 helps to shorten the journey time by around 45 minutes. Take a souvenir photo with the famous Swiss flag on the Plateau before recovering your strength at one of the available restaurants. The final 26 minutes travel from here on the Jungfraubahn trains is through the mountain to the Top of Europe station. We spent the whole day as had lot to do, be prepared with warm clothes as was -8C in October, the view of the glacier was memorable. From here, traditionally three trains of the Jungfraubahnen train network are needed to get to the Top of Europe station. Take the Dragon Ride cable car to the top of Mt, Best of Switzerland Tours AG Webereistrasse 55, 8134 Adliswil, +41 (0)44 710 50 50info@switzerland-tours.ch, Enjoy a scenic drive to the Bernese Oberland with a stop in Interlaken, Board the new state-of-the-art Eiger Express aerial cableway to the Eiger Glacier. The construction made it so we needed to make an extra transfer and had to spend some extra time waiting to get back to the Coach Bus. They were also interesting exhibits inside the glacier at the platform. Full guided tour by professional multilingual guide as per description, Access to Alpine Sensation, Sphinx Observation Terrace, Plateau and Ice Palace (weather permitting), Free cancellation at or before 00:00 at least 1 day before the date of use, Cancellations made after 00:00 at least 1 day before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%, Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted, Your voucher will be sent to your email after your booking is confirmed. A minimum stay of 2 hours on the top of Jungfraujoch is always guaranteed. Then by Eiger Express cable car to Eigergletscher and from here, the Jungfraubahn trains go through the mountain to Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe station. A day well spent! Highly recommend!! Enter the correct carriage as the train splits in Zweiltschinen with different wagons traveling to Lauterbrunnen (20 minutes) or Grindelwald Terminal (30 minutes) and Grindelwald (35 minutes). Embark on a full-day guided tour to Jungfraujoch from Interlaken. Product code: C-3885JUNG_INT. Join a memorable trip to Jungfraujoch and the Top of Europe. The traditional routes with cogwheel trains are Interlaken-Ost to Kleine Scheidegg via either Grindelwald or Lauterbrunnen. Routing and means of transport may have to be amended during maintenance work and depending on seasonal schedules without prior notice. Ltd. All rights reserved, Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip from Interlaken, We'll confirm your booking as fast as we can after your payment. Marvel at the longest glacier of the Alps, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Explore the Alpine Sensation, the Ice Palace, and the Sphinx Observation Terrace, Alpine Sensation, Sphinx Observation Terrace, Plateau, Ice Palace (weather permitting), Fully guided tour by professional multilingual guide, Transportation in comfortable coach with AC. US$257.47 Contact service providers directly before making any arrangements. The new faster route is by train from Interlaken-Ost to Grindelwald-Terminal. However, the traditional trains remain an option and it is possible to freely combine the two methods of travel. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund, This tour/activity will have a maximum of 78 travelers. The Jungfrau area near Interlaken is amongst the most beautiful regions of Switzerland and hugely popular with travelers and tourists from all parts of the world. From Kleine Scheidegg, the Jungfraubahn trains go through the mountain to Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe station. Jungfraujoch was exciting to visit, though very crowded (not to any fault of our tour). Travelers arriving from other parts of Switzerland can save queuing time in Interlaken-Ost by buying tickets online or at any other Swiss train station or agency selling railway tickets. Highly recommend Best of Switzerland for all tours! Seller of Travel Ref. The ride up provided beautiful views in themselves. We understand that everything has to be brought up to the Jungfraujoch but for the price we paid we expected a bit more cleanliness. After your Top of Europe adventure, board the cogwheel train for your descent down the mountains. The new Eiger Express cable car shortens the journey. Board the Eiger Express aerial cableway, the latest masterpiece of engineering in the Alps, for a breathtaking journey below the mighty Eiger North Face, which seems within your grasp. I personally enjoyed every moment. Head to the Outdoor Interlaken Shop in the late morning to meet your guide and board the coach. The tour itself in JungFrau, including the new fast cable ride up to the Eiger was excellent. Experience the Alpine Sensation discovery tour marking the 100-year anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway and visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace for the most breathtaking panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks, the neighbouring countries and the longest glacier in the Alps, the Aletsch Glacier. Approved Health & Safety Concept COVID-19 under the "Clean & Safe" campaign supported by Switzerland Tourism. The time allotted for this tour is sufficient. A minimum stay of 2 hours on the top of Jungfraujoch is always guaranteed. It is expected that from 2021 most travelers will use the Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe via Grindelwald Terminal and the Eiger Express cable car to reach the top station. Many day-trip tours combine a visit to Jungfraujoch with other seasonal activities that could bring the total price down if traveling from Lucerne or Zrich. The cogwheel train up to the summit is uneventful, as it is mostly inside the mountain. This last section of the route takes around 30 minutes and includes a stop at Eigergletcher for passengers using the Grindelwald Terminal cable car. Some remarks I would make are the following: The meeting point in Interlaken was not very clear, the bathroom situation in Interlaken and on top was rather nasty even though on our day the crowed was not at its maximum. Gratefully, it was a sunny day and beautiful views were available of both the Jungfrau and Munch peaks. Spot Aletsch Glacier, Europe's longest glacier covering some 66 square miles (171 sq km), and see the snowcapped peaks of neighboring countries. We had the perfect weather. PS be sure to bring winter clothes! 2004-2022 Cool Destinations. At the noddle bar, the spices noodles give you a kick in cold weather. Should make arrangements for supply of oxygen. Made For the most accurate confirmation time, please check your payment confirmation email or the booking details page. Any traveler groups not mentioned in the booking options are not applicable for voucher use. The time needed and the price of tickets are the same for both routes and it is possible to travel up via one route and return via the other. Great care is taken in writing these articles but no responsibility is taken for errors or omissions. Traveling by train from Interlaken-Ost to Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe station is fairly simple. Great views and weather made for a superb experience. Travel by coach through the Jungfrau region to Grindelwald. Immerse yourself in a breathtaking Alpine wonderland on this guided day trip from Interlaken to the Top of Europe. On busy days, it is best to get onto the train as early as possible to get a seat. Don't forget to explore the Ice Palace tunnels in the heart of the glacier - a unique experience not to be missed. Finally, very important to take warm clothes even in summer. Filed Under: Berner Oberland, Switzerland Tagged With: 2022J1, Interlaken, J1, J2022, P21, Swiss Railways. The Coach brings you back to Interlaken, where your tour will end. Since it is at 11000 feet, it take some time to acclimatize. Take the gondola from Grindelwald Terminal and change at Eiger Glacier station to the cogwheel train up the Jungfraujoch pass to arrive at Europes highest railway station. The trip was full of lovely sights and the tour guides were super fun and helpful. Stop At: Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory, Jungfraujoch, Jungfraujoch 3801 Switzerland, Stop At: Ice Palace - Jungfraujoch, Jungfraujoch Switzerland. What a special time!!! Walk through the tunnels of the Ice Palace at the heart of the glacier. Most travelers on day trips to Jungfraujoch start their assault on the Alps by train from Interlaken Ost station. Restaurants are available for meals and refreshments. The cogwheel railway track to Jungfraujoch was completed in 1912 and has been in continuous use ever since. We took cable car onto mountain train to get there. Enjoy a magnificent view from Europes highest train station over the Aletsch Glacier, UNESCO World Heritage of the Swiss Alps, and explore its multifaceted summit attractions. The only downside was that we only had an hour for lunch and shopping; we could've used and extra half hour or so, but other than that we had a fabulous time. As the price is the same, railway enthusiasts could easily use the trains one way and the cable car option the other way. Then walk through the tunnels of the Ice Palace, located in the heart of the glacier for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Explore the Bernese Oberland in two days, enjoy a cosy overnight stay in Interlaken or Grindelwald, An exhilarating range of activities with guaranteed thrills awaits you at Grindelwald First Top of, Mount Pilatus the Golden Round Trip has it all! I took the tour starting in Interlaken, but it actually started in Zurich, which would make it a very very long day. My husband and I enjoyed our time. Sit back as you travel through the magnificent Jungfrau region to the famous mountain resort of Grindelwald. My 25 year old daughter and I took this tour earlier this month while staying in Interlaken, and it is well worth it! The views are breathtaking. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and gave a very light hearted commentary through the trip. The facilities at the "Top of Europe" are superb. Visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace and Plateau for breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, neighboring countries, and the Aletsch Glacier. After a short break in Interlaken, a picturesque village nestled idyllically between Lakes Brienz and Thun, continue to Grindelwald. Travel by coach through the Jungfrau region to Grindelwald, and take the cogwheel train up the Jungfraujoch pass to arrive at Europes highest railway station. Please note that there is no possibility to rent clothes or shoes on top of the Jungfraujoch. Routing and means of transport may have to be amended during maintenance work and depending on seasonal schedules without prior notice. State License Fla. Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.