Day Trip from Zurich to Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen with Return

Day 1: Swiss Alps Exploration

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

8:00am

Travel from Zurich to Interlaken

Start your adventure with a scenic train journey from Zurich Hauptbahnhof to Interlaken Ost, lasting about 2 hours and showcasing picturesque Swiss landscapes.
CHF50, 2h0m

10:15am

Explore Interlaken

Enjoy a walk around Interlaken's charming Höhematte Park and the beautiful lakeside promenades at Lake Thun and Lake Brienz.
Free, 1h30m

11:45am

Lunch at Restaurant Spycher

Savor classic Swiss dishes like cheese fondue or rösti with mountain views in this cozy and highly rated restaurant.
CHF30-50, 1h

12:50pm

Travel from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen

Take a brief 20-minute train ride to the scenic village of Lauterbrunnen, nestled in a valley famous for waterfalls.
CHF10, 0h20m

1:15pm

Lauterbrunnen Valley and Staubbach Falls

Walk through Lauterbrunnen Valley and visit Staubbach Falls, Europe's highest free-falling waterfall, for breathtaking views.
Free, 1h30m

2:45pm

Visit Trummelbach Falls

Explore the fascinating underground glacial waterfalls inside the mountain at Trummelbach Falls, open until 6pm.
CHF12, 1h

3:50pm

Coffee Break at Hotel Oberland

Relax with a coffee and snack while taking in the serene valley views from the terrace.
CHF10-15, 0h30m

4:30pm

Return to Interlaken

Return to Interlaken by train for a final walk and some light shopping before the return trip.
CHF10, 0h20m

5:15pm

Travel back to Zurich

Catch the train back to Zurich Hauptbahnhof, concluding your day trip with approximately 2 hours travel time.
CHF50, 2h0m
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