From Zurich: Guided Day Trip to Jungfraujoch with Train Ride
ID: GYG42645-54498
Category:
Country: Switzerland
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Explore the Swiss Alps on a day trip to Jungfraujoch from Zurich with a guide. Enjoy panoramic vistas of snow-capped mountains on a bus ride, go on the Eiger Express cable car, and switch to a train.
Explore the snow-capped mountains of Jungfraujoch, listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 2007 for its stunning High Alps scenery, and as the site of Europe’s largest glacier and highest train station.
Take a scenic bus journey along the Brünig Pass and the shores of Lake Brienz to the Bernese Oberland. After a break in Interlaken, board the cable car at the Grindelwald Terminal for a spectacular 15-minute ride to the Eiger Glacier by gondola.
Change to a cogwheel train that will take you to the peak of Jungfraujoch. Enjoy stunning views of the triple peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau as you ride. Immerse yourself in the High-Alpine wonderland of ice, snow, and rock at the top.
Learn more about the history of the Jungfrau Railways on the "Alpine Sensation” discovery tour, marking the 100-year anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway. Visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace and Plateau for the most breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier.
Stroll through the tunnels of the Ice Palace in the heart of the glacier for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Descend via the car-free resort of Wengen to Lauterbrunnen, from where the bus takes you back to Zurich.
Highlights
- Explore the scenic majesty of the Jungfraujoch mountains in the Swiss Alps
- Marvel as snowy mountain peaks on a ride a gondola to the Eiger Glacier
- Go to the Sphinx Observation Terrace for expansive views of Aletsch Glacier
- Take a stroll thorugh the tunnels of the Ice Palace in the heart of the glacier
- Experience the thrill of riding an authentic cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Routes and means of transportation may change due to maintenance work and seasonal schedules without prior notice
A minimum stay of 2 hours on the top of Jungfraujoch is always guaranteed
Departure is from the Sihlquai Bus Station near Zurich HB (main train station). From the station, follow platform 18 until the street turns right and follow the curve for 50 meters. You will find the bus station just across the street from Starbucks. By public transport, you can reach the stop "Sihlquai/HB" by tram 4, 6, or 13. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure and check in at the ticket office with a valid ID.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
