One-Day Scenic Adventure from Zurich to Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen

Day 1: Scenic Swiss Alps

Zurich, Switzerland to Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland on June 7, 2025

8:00am

Travel from Zurich to Interlaken

Begin the day with a train journey from Zurich Hauptbahnhof to Interlaken Ost. The scenic 2-hour ride offers beautiful views of Swiss countryside and mountains, ideal for starting your alpine adventure.
CHF50, 2h0m

10:15am

Explore Interlaken

Take a leisurely stroll around Interlaken, enjoy the lakeside views of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, and visit the Höhematte Park, a picturesque area perfect for photos and soaking in the fresh mountain air.
Free, 1h30m

11:45am

Lunch at Restaurant Spycher

Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine with stunning views of the Jungfrau massif at Restaurant Spycher. Known for its cheese fondue and rösti, it's a great place to refuel before heading to Lauterbrunnen.
CHF30-50, 1h

12:50pm

Travel from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen

Take the short 20-minute train ride to Lauterbrunnen, renowned for its dramatic valley setting and numerous waterfalls.
CHF10, 0h20m

1:15pm

Visit Lauterbrunnen Valley and Staubbach Falls

Explore the stunning Lauterbrunnen Valley, known as the Valley of 72 Waterfalls, and walk to the impressive Staubbach Falls, one of the highest free-falling waterfalls in Europe.
Free, 1h30m

2:45pm

Trummelbach Falls Excursion

Visit the Trummelbach Falls, a series of impressive glacial waterfalls inside the mountain, accessible by tunnel lift. Open from 9am to 6pm, this is a unique natural wonder not to miss.
CHF12, 1h

3:50pm

Coffee and Snack at Hotel Oberland Lauterbrunnen

Relax with a coffee and light snack while enjoying views of the valley from the terrace of Hotel Oberland.
CHF10-15, 0h30m

4:30pm

Return to Interlaken

Head back by train to Interlaken for a stroll or shopping before the day's end.
CHF10, 0h20m