Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich
Description
Embark on a spectacular Alpine journey from Zurich to the Top of Europe! Travel by coach through the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland's magnificent Jungfrau region, then hop aboard a cogwheel train and ride up to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station at a staggering elevation of 11,333 feet (3,454 meters). A stunning panorama of snow-capped mountains and glaciers awaits you.
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Itinerary
Board a coach at the central Zurich bus terminal and savor the scenery as you drive approx. 100 minutes south through Switzerland's beautiful Bernese Oberland to Interlaken.
Arrive in Interlaken and enjoy some limited time before boarding the bus again. Continue with a short drive to Lauterbrunnen.
In Lauterbrunnen you'll hop on a cogwheel Train for a ride up the Alps via the Kleine Scheidegg mountain pass.
Climb up, up, up, savoring views of the towering mountains around you, until you reach Jungfraujoch. You're officially at the highest train station in Europe, at an elevation of 11,333 feet (3,454 meters)! At the Top of Europe, experience a breathtaking panorama of the Swiss Alps enveloped in eternal snow and ice for approximately 3 hours.
Overlook the Aletsch Glacier (Europe's longest glacier) from the sweeping Sphinx Observatory and spot the snow-capped peaks of neighboring France and Italy beyond. Grab a drink or a bite to eat at the panoramic restaurant if you wish.
Walk through the heart of a glacier in the Ice Palace.
After your time at Jungfraujoch, ride the cogwheel train down to Eigergletscher, where you will change to the V-Cableway Eiger Express. After approx. 15 minutes you will reach Grindelwald Terminal, where the coach awaits for the drive back to Zurich.
Arrive at the bus terminal Sihlquai en the evening.
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Important Information
- 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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(1,670)
Pretty cool, bus has a lot of available seats. Kid was definitely an interactive and fun guide making sure you get your money’s worth. Would recommend.
This was a fantastic tour with fantastic scenery, led by a fantastic guide named kid. There were many facets to this tour and he managed us through them remarkably with Precision and finesse. He was also a fantastic photographer and got us all the pictures that we wanted. He knew exactly where we should stand and exactly when the background was going to be perfect, we couldn’t ask for anything more. He was friendly. He was funny and he made us all laugh. He was knowledgeable. He gave us background information on everything we were seeing he let us through Jungfrau like the seasoned veteran that he is. I would tell anybody not to miss this tour and if they were lucky enough to get kid as a guide, it would enhance their experience tenfold.
Our trip to Jungfrau was an amazing experience! The driver and guide were both very professional, friendly, and helpful throughout the journey. They did their best to guide us, share interesting information, and keep everyone entertained, making the trip enjoyable from start to finish. Their excellent service made the experience even more memorable. Highly recommended!Driver Milan and Guide Mr Hans…
Kid was our tour guide, he was amazing Hard to put into words how special this trip is The views are amazing and certainly unforgettable Kid made everyone feel comfortable and was quick to take photos of everyone Best trip ever
This was fabulous. KID was our guide and every time we went so.ewhete we went to tbe front of the line. No wait time anywhere. Great views. He took pictures of groups together. He took pictures of the single travelers so they had pictures of tne.selves in photos. He CARES.
It is a long day but well worth the money and time. Kid, our guide, was fantastic and truly added to the enjoyable experience. Our group was small and he had time to spend interacting with everyone throughout the trip. He was knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He made the trip for us. The trip to the top was an experience not to be forgotten. All the stops added a little to the overall excursion. The scenery was unbelievable and never seemed to stop. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a great day.
This was a fantastic day trip! We easily met the tour guide and group at the Zurich bus terminal. The bus was air-conditioned and comfortable. The first stop in Interlaken was very brief; we had time to run to the restroom and pop into a souvenir shop. Before we took the cogwheel train, we first took a regular train ride (so it's two train rides). The Sphinx Observatory and Ice Palace were amazing! We spent the rest of our time in the snow in Jungfraujoch. We had plenty of time for lunch, but it was close to 2:00 when we ate. The cable car ride back down the mountain was so fun. Our tour guide was Kid, and he was super organized, hilarious, communicative, and caring. Overall, this was a great way to get to the Top of Europe!
One of the best experiences of our trip. Mr. Kid was a phenomenal tour guide. We appreciated his hospitality and that he wanted to take pictures for us at all the best points of the journey and all the best overlooks. He was so knowledgeable about the area and Switzerland in general. For the tour being 12-13 hours, he was the best tour guide for that length of time. His energy is unmatched and he made the tour so much fun. The top of Europe should be on everyone’s trip to Switzerland. The views are breathtaking and almost do not feel real. For potential travelers, keep your fingers crossed that the weather is good and not foggy. This an absolute 5 star tour and experience.
The tour was very well organized and excellently managed by our tour guide, Kim. He truly stood out and made the experience special for several reasons. Kim has a great sense of humor, which kept the tour enjoyable throughout. He communicated everything clearly and well in advance, ensuring everyone felt informed and comfortable. What impressed me the most was the way he treated every customer equally, with the same level of care and attention, without any differentiation. I would absolutely love to come back, largely because of him and the way he kept the group together and engaged throughout the experience. I’m extremely impressed with Kim as a tour guide and highly appreciate his dedication and professionalism.
My son and I had a wonderful trip to Jungfraujoch. The Swiss Alps are breathtaking and our guide, Raymond, was very knowledgeable and helpful at all times. He also took great photos of all the tour participants. This is my second tour with this company and I would highly recommend them. Thank you!
