Self-Guided Jungfrau

A Sample Itinerary of Self-guided Jungfrau Hiking for the Independent Traveler. Completely Customizable.

Friendly cows roam the Alps in the summer months. Photo by Anja Zurbruegg. Courtesy of Switzerland Tourism

We rate this trip as moderate. Please note that the stats listed on the itinerary can vary depending on the desires of our hikers. Many of the hikes are easily adaptable and can be lengthened or shortened. You should be a strong and experienced hiker in good physical condition. You should be capable of walking 4 to 7 hours per day on good trails, ascending up to about 3,000 vertical feet per day, at an elevation up to 9,000 feet above sea level.

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Testimonials

We booked a self-guided hiking trip in Switzerland with Alpenwild and loved every minute of it. They were very knowledgeable and easy to work with, paying attention to what we wanted to do and what level of hiking we were looking for. Different options were offered for hiking each day, with tips and advice that was always helpful. The hotels they booked for us were family-run and excellent. Everything unfolded smoothly with no surprises - a truly fabulous vacation. - C.R., Vancouver B.C.

Arrival

Upon arrival in Geneva or Zurich, we will provide an 8-day Swiss Travel Rail Pass that will provide train travel for 8 consecutive days in Switzerland. This rail pass will also provide a 50% discount many mountain excursions such as First, Pfingstegg, etc. The Jungfraujoch excursion is a 25% discount with this rail pass.

Departure

On day 8, you will use your Swiss Travel Rail pass to return to the airport or any Swiss border town.

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

Typically, we provide you with 7 night's accommodations in conveniently-located, independently-owned inns and small hotels that capture the authentic charm of the Alps, but you can customize these options with one of our Jungfrau experts to meet your preferences.

Meals

Our general package includes 7 breakfasts and 1 dinner at the mountain hotel. You can customize these options with one of our experts to meet your preferences.

Included

7 nights' accommodations in conveniently-located, independently-owned inns, small hotels, and mountain hotels
Meals as shown (B = Breakfast, D = Dinner {1 dinner at the remote Berghotel Obersteinberg})
2 luggage transfers: from Lauterbrunnen to Grindelwald and from Grindelwald to Meiringen
2nd Class 8-day Swiss Travel Rail Pass which will provide unlimited train travel within Switzerland (except for Jungfraujoch between Wengen and Grindelwald)
Most mountain trams and cable cars will be a 50% discount with this Swiss Travel Rail pass - the Jungfraujoch excursion is a 25% discount with rail pass
Onsite, telephone service with an Alpenwild representative in the Alps
Detailed route directions, basic trail maps, complete listing of all hotels with contact information, and train/bus schedules
Alpenwild information packet and packing list
Pre-trip telephone support with an experienced Alpenwild representative to answer your questions and provide insider tips to make your hiking adventure as rewarding as possible

Not Included

Airfare
Travel Insurance (can be purchased separately)
Beverages (water, tea, coffee, beer, wine) with meals.
Meals not specified
Mountain trams, cableways and excursions such as Jungfraujoch, First, Reichenbach falls, Trummelbach falls, etc.
Items of a personal nature (laundry, telephone calls, room service
Swiss Topo Maps