One-Day Nature Escape in Switzerland

Day 1: Nature Exploration

Interlaken, Switzerland

7:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe de Paris

Start your day with a hearty Swiss breakfast of rösti and fresh pastries at Cafe de Paris, perfectly located near the Old Town of Interlaken to fuel your adventure.
From your hotel, it's a short walk to Cafe de Paris.
CHF20, 1 hour

8:00AM

Train to Lauterbrunnen

Catch the scenic train to Lauterbrunnen, where the breathtaking views of mountains and waterfalls set the tone for the day.
Hop on a train from Interlaken Ost station to Lauterbrunnen.
CHF8, 20 minutes

8:30AM

Explore Lauterbrunnen Valley

Wander through the enchanting Lauterbrunnen Valley, marveling at its 72 waterfalls, including the famous Staubbach Falls, cascading down cliffs.
Stroll around the village and follow the marked paths to the waterfalls.
Free, 1.5 hours

10:00AM

Train to Jungfraujoch

Board the cogwheel train from Lauterbrunnen to Jungfraujoch, known as the 'Top of Europe', where stunning panoramic views await.
Follow the signs in Lauterbrunnen to the train station.
CHF100, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Jungfraujoch Excursion

Once at Jungfraujoch, visit the Ice Palace and take in the breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier, the longest glacier in the Alps.
Simply follow the crowd to the main attractions.
CHF30 for Ice Palace entry, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Restaurant Crystal

Indulge in a traditional Swiss lunch with a view of the mountains, featuring fondue and rösti at Restaurant Crystal on Jungfraujoch.
Located within the Jungfraujoch complex, easy to find.
CHF35, 1 hour

2:30PM

Return to Lauterbrunnen

Take the scenic route back down to Lauterbrunnen, soaking in the views one more time.
Follow signs to the train station; trains run frequently.
CHF50, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Hike to Trümmelbach Falls

Discover the amazing Trümmelbach Falls, a series of impressive waterfalls inside the mountain, with a short hike from Lauterbrunnen center.
Follow the signs to Trümmelbach Falls from the village.
CHF12, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Return to Interlaken

After a day packed with breathtaking nature, head back to Interlaken for a relaxing evening.
Catch a train from Lauterbrunnen back to Interlaken.
CHF8, 20 minutes

6:00PM

Dinner at Restaurant Taverne

End your day with a delightful dinner at Restaurant Taverne, where you can enjoy Swiss specialties like zürcher geschnetzeltes in a cozy atmosphere.
A short walk from Interlaken Ost train station.
CHF40, 1 hour

7:00PM

Evening Stroll along Aare River

Take a peaceful evening stroll along the Aare River, reflecting on the stunning beauty of nature you experienced throughout the day.
Walk towards the Aare River from Restaurant Taverne.
Free, 1 hour
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