Exploring the Jungfrau

Inn-to-inn journey through the spectacular Jungfrau Region with the North Face of the Eiger as the scenic centerpiece

Resting with cows in the Jungfrau Region. Photo by Tom Dempsey

We rate this trip as moderate. Please note that the stats listed on the itinerary can vary depending on the guide and desires of our hikers --- as many of the hikes are easily adaptable. You should be an experienced hiker in good physical condition. You should be capable of walking 5 to 7 hours per day on well-groomed and graded trails at an elevation up to 9,000 feet above sea level. On one day a mountain railway takes you to an elevation of 11,400 feet to the Jungfraujoch.

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The trip was amazing, but our guide Elain made it even more so! On a 5-star rating scale, I give you a 6! - D.J. - Washington

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Arrival

After arrival in Zurich (or Geneva), you will take a train to Lauterbrunnen, using a rail pass that we will provide. The group will meet on the first day around 2:00 pm in the hotel lobby for a casual meet and greet followed by an afternoon excursion to Trümmelbach falls. Dinner to follow.

Departure

Breakfast is included at your final hotel in Meiringen before your onward departure. Note: it is a 2.5-3 hour train ride to Zürich airport and the first train departs Meiringen at 5:41 am, so plan departure flights accordingly. We can recommend hotels in Zürich if needed.

Pre- and Post-Tour Travel

Our Alps experts and Certified Switzerland Specialists can assist with recommendations for your pre- and post-tour travel arrangements. Simply call or email us your plans and we are happy to help make the best of your vacation experience. Consider an Alpenwild Getaway, a short-stay, self-guided option that’s easily combined with your tour plans.

Accommodations

You will stay in carefully chosen inns, small 3- and 4-star hotels and a classic Berghotel, that capture the authentic charm of the Alps.

Meals

The hallmark of an Alpenwild trip is our exceptional dining; including buffet breakfasts, picnic lunches, and many dinner options. NOTE: Alcoholic beverages, specialty drinks, and one dinner in Grindelwald (day 6) are not included.

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Included

The services of our expert guides who will share their wealth of knowledge and experience in the Alps
All accommodations (7 nights in hotels and 1 night in a classic Berghotel)
Meals as shown (B = Breakfast, S = Snack, D = Dinner)
Two 1-Day Swiss Rail passes (1st class) to be used to get to and from the tour (within Switzerland)
Swiss Half-fare travel card rail pass for discounts on additional trains, buses, and mountain excursions
Ground transportation during the tour: including trains, trams, and mountain railways
All admissions
Fully supported with luggage transfers between Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald and Meiringen

Not Included

Airfare
Alcoholic beverages (beer, wine) and specialty drinks with meals
Dinner on day 6 in Grindelwald
Trip insurance (can be purchased separately)
Items of a personal nature (laundry, phone calls, room service)
Extra shuttles if you choose not to hike
Optional tipping or gratuities to leaders or staff