3-Day Scenic Alpine Tour: Chamonix, Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, and Jungfrau from Nyon

Day 1: Mont Blanc & Chamonix

Chamonix, France on April 23, 2025

9:30am

Travel from Nyon to Chamonix

Board the train from Nyon to Chamonix via Geneva, total journey takes about 2h10m. Cheapest combined ticket costs around CHF 50 one way.
CHF50, 2h10m

11:45am

Breakfast at Patisserie Richard

Delight in a fresh French breakfast of croissants and coffee at Patisserie Richard, open from 7am.
CHF15, 0h30m

12:15pm

Aiguille du Midi Cable Car to Mont Blanc

Take the cable car to Aiguille du Midi for stunning views at 3777m. Operating hours 9am–5pm. Experience breathtaking alpine panoramas.
EUR65, 2h30m

2:45pm

Lunch at La Tablee

Savor Savoyard dishes like fondue or raclette at this warm and welcoming restaurant, open 12pm–3pm.
EUR25, 1h

3:45pm

Montenvers Train to Mer de Glace

Ride historic Montenvers train (20min) to view Mer de Glace glacier; train and site open 9:30am–5pm.
EUR33, 2h

5:45pm

Return to Nyon

Catch the train back to Geneva and Nyon, approximately 2h10m trip.
CHF50, 2h10m

8:00pm

Dinner at Bistro du Marché, Nyon

Enjoy Swiss cuisine in a cozy setting open until 10pm, perfect after your journey.
CHF35, 1h
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Day 2: Lauterbrunnen & Grindelwald

Interlaken, Switzerland on April 24, 2025

7:00am

Train from Nyon to Interlaken

Take the early train from Nyon to Interlaken Ost via Lausanne and Bern, approximately 3h15m, cost CHF 50.
CHF50, 3h15m

10:30am

Breakfast at Confiserie Schuh

Fresh pastries and coffee at this bakery cafe in Interlaken, opens at 7:30am.
CHF15, 0h30m

11:00am

Visit Lauterbrunnen Valley & Waterfalls

Train to Lauterbrunnen (20 min), explore Staubbach and Trummelbach Falls (entrance CHF12, open 9am–5pm), one of the most scenic valleys.
CHF12, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Oberland, Lauterbrunnen

Enjoy Swiss cuisine with valley views; open from 11:30am onward.
CHF25, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Grindelwald Village

Train from Lauterbrunnen to Grindelwald (~1h with transfer). Explore alpine village charm, shops, and lakeside walks.
CHF10, 2h

4:00pm

Optional Lake Brienz Boat Ride

If time allows, enjoy a scenic one-hour boat ride on Lake Brienz starting at 4pm, costing CHF 20.
CHF20, 1h

5:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Laterne, Interlaken

Sample Swiss dishes in a casual atmosphere open until 9:30pm.
CHF35, 1h
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Day 3: Jungfrau Excursion

Interlaken, Switzerland on April 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Cafe de Paris

Begin with fresh baked goods and coffee, open from 7am.
CHF15, 0h30m

8:00am

Train to Jungfraujoch

Travel from Interlaken Ost to Jungfraujoch via Lauterbrunnen and Kleine Scheidegg, approximately 2h travel time. Operating 8am–4pm.
CHF120, 5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Jungfraujoch Restaurant

Dine with panoramic views of the Alps; open 8am to 3pm.
CHF30, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Sphinx Observatory and Ice Palace

Visit the observatory platform and carved Ice Palace to fully experience the glacier’s wonders.
Included, 1h30m

3:30pm

Return to Interlaken

Journey back by train to Interlaken Ost, arriving around 5pm.
Included, 1h30m

5:00pm

Dinner at Bebbis Restaurant

Relax at this Interlaken restaurant offering Swiss and international cuisine, open till 9pm.
CHF35, 1h
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