Jungfraujoch Top of Europe - Guided Day Trip with Eiger Express

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Interlaken

   Experience the ultimate Swiss Alpine journey on this guided day trip from Interlaken to the Jungfraujoch Top of Europe, featuring the state-of-the-art Eiger Express

   30 minutes here

2. Grindelwald Terminal

   ‘After a short break to soak in the mountain air, we proceed to Grindelwald for the highlight of modern alpine travel: the Eiger Express. As the world’s most advanced aerial cableway, this "masterpiece of engineering" offers a staggering flight directly beneath the Eiger North Face. The sheer limestone walls rise so close to your gondola window that the legendary rock face feels within your grasp.’

   30 minutes here · Admission included

3. Eigergletscher

   Your alpine adventure hits high gear at the Grindelwald Terminal, where you’ll board the Eiger Express for an adrenaline-packed ascent. This tri-cable gondola ride offers a thrilling, 15-minute 'flight' that whisks you directly beneath the shadow of the legendary Eiger North Face.

   30 minutes here

4. Jungfraujoch Top of Europe

   Upon reaching the Eiger Glacier station, we transition to the historic cogwheel train, ascending through tunnels carved into the mountain's frozen heart over a century ago. You’ll emerge at the summit of the Jungfraujoch, 3,454 meters above sea level. Here, you are immersed in a world of eternal snow and ice. Journey through the Alpine Sensation, a moving tribute to the pioneers of the Jungfrau Railway, before stepping onto the Sphinx Observation Terrace. From this vantage point, you’ll witness a panoramic spectacle unlike any other: the snow-capped peaks of neighboring countries and the majestic Aletsch Glacier, the longest ice flow in the Alps. No visit is complete without wandering through the Ice Palace, where you walk through blue-lit tunnels carved directly into the heart of the glacier.

   240 minutes here · Admission included

5. Lauterbrunnen

   After capturing your "bucket-list" photo with the Swiss flag on the Plateau, take a moment to recover your strength at the summit restaurants or visit Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven for a world-class sweet finish. Our descent offers a completely different perspective of the Bernese Oberland. We travel via the scenic cogwheel route through Kleine Scheidegg and the car-free village of Wengen, perched high above the valley floor. As we roll into the famous Lauterbrunnen Valley, the world-famous triple peaks—Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau—stand as your silent sentinels, accompanying you until we reach our private coach for the comfortable return journey to Interlaken.

   60 minutes here

6. Interlaken

   Take a scenic bus journey along the scenic Swiss countryside on the way back to Interlaken. This is the most efficient way for first-time visitors to tick off Switzerland's biggest bucket-list summit in a single day, with no logistics, no missed connections.

   60 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Jungfraujoch from Lucerne

  Duration: 10 hours: Pickup from Lucerne and enjoy a scenic drive to the Bernese Oberland with a stop in Interlaken Top of Europe from Lucerne: Lucerne -> Interlaken -> Grindelwald -> Jungfraujoch - Tope of Europe -> Lauterbrunnen -> Interlaken -> Lucerne Starting point: Tourist Bus Parking Landenberg, Alpenquai, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland

• Jungfraujoch Top of Europe - Guided Day Trip with Eiger Express

  Starting point: Höheweg 95, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland

• Jungfraujoch from Zurich

  Duration: 12 hours: Pickup from Zurich and enjoy a scenic drive to the Bernese Oberland with a stop in Interlaken Top of Europe from Zurich: Zurich -> Interlaken -> Grindelwald -> Jungfraujoch - Tope of Europe -> Lauterbrunnen -> Interlaken -> Zurich Starting point: Sihlquai 29, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

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Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 12 travelers per booking

Operated by

Yo Tours

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Altitude — Jungfraujoch is at 3,454 m. Symptoms of mild altitude effect (light-headedness, shortness of breath) are common. Drink water, take it slow at the summit, avoid alcohol on the day.
• Weather — temperatures at the summit are 0 to -10 °C even in mid-summer. Bring a warm jacket, sunglasses and gloves. Sunscreen is essential due to glacier reflection.
• Jungfraujoch worth visiting from Interlaken: Yes. Jungfraujoch — the "Top of Europe" at 3,454 m — is the most-visited high-altitude destination in Switzerland and is consistently rated the standout day trip from Interlaken.
• Jungfraujoch suitable for children, seniors and travelers: Yes for most. The experience is family-friendly and not strenuous.
• Options of lunch at Jungfraujoch: The summit has a panorama restaurant, a self-service buffet, and the Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven shop. Typical summit lunch budget: CHF 30–50 per person.
• Health — the experience is not recommended for travelers with heart, lung, or severe respiratory conditions. Consult your doctor if pregnant.

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