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If Interlaken had a king, he would reside on the Harder Kulm. Take a short walk from the Interlaken-Ost railway station to the Harder Kulm Railway valley station. From there, hop on the funicular in Interlaken and climb up the mountainside. Enjoy stunning views of the scenic mountain landscape. Once you ride to the top, check out the viewing platform which is 1,322 meters (!) above sea level. Marvel at the snowy peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Enjoy the spectacular view from the “Two-Lakes- Bridge,” where you can see the sapphire-blue lakes Brienz and Thun. Feel the thrill of standing on top of a glass-bottomed viewing platform. If you look down, you’ll really get to see what 1,322 meters look like. Visit the restaurant on top of the Harder Kulm. Although the restaurant looks like a castle, you won’t need to be a king to enjoy royal service. Relax as you admire the magnificent view of the sun setting behind the mountains. Choose when you want to make your descent down the mountain. Check the opening times beforehand.

Experience blue-green lakes, picturesque chalet villages and eternally white mountain summits. Marvel at the beauty of the landscape while relaxing on board a boat that glides over the emerald waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz.   Visit these two famous lakes with this customizable day trip. Simply choose your preferred date, then take a boat cruise to discover the lakes’ sights at your own pace. Depart from are Thun, Interlaken West, Interlaken East (Ost), or Brienz. Check out famous sights such as the St. Beatus Caves, the Giessbach Falls or the many castles around the lake, or simply sit back and soak in the views of the Bernese Oberland mountains.   How you spend your day is up to you. Make as you many trips along the routes around the lakes and fill your day with new memories.

The Berner Oberland Pass (2nd class) allows customers travel freely between Bern, Lucerne, Interlaken, Saanen and Brig for three, four, six, eight or ten consecutive days by train, bus and boat during April-December. Steamboats and more than 25 mountain railways and cable cars are included in the pass ( Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, Harder Kulm, Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn and Brienzer Rothorn ) There are also 10-100% discounts or additional benefits from about 40 bonus partners. Let's explore Switzerland beautiful landscapes by various travel experiences and biggest flexibility that provided by the Berner Oberland Pass. Remarks: Supplement may apply to certain mountain excursion. Please refer to the area of validity for more details: https://shop.switzerlandtravelcentre.com/assets/docs/BerneseOberland-validitymap.pdf

The Berner Oberland Pass (1st class - discounted price for Swiss Travel Pass & Swiss Half Fare Card holders) allows visitors travel freely between Bern, Lucerne, Interlaken, Saanen and Brig for three, four, six, eight or ten consecutive days by train, bus and boat during April - December. Steamboats and more than 25 mountain cable cars are included in the pass that the infamous Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, Harder Kulm, and Brienzer Rothorn also discounts for Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn . There are also 10-100% discounts or additional benefits from about 40 bonus partners. Let's explore Switzerland beautiful landscapes by various travel experiences and biggest flexibility that provided by the Berner Oberland Pass. Remarks: Supplement may apply to certain mountain excursion. Please refer to the area of validity for more details: https://shop.switzerlandtravelcentre.com/assets/docs/BerneseOberland-validitymap.pdf

Embark on a self-guided journey with our Day Ticket, granting you unlimited travel on scheduled lake boats across the serene waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. Customize your day, hop on and off at charming lakeside villages, and savor the breathtaking scenery of the Bernese Oberland. This ticket offers the flexibility to explore at your own pace, creating a day filled with picturesque landscapes and the tranquility of Switzerland's stunning lakes. The ticket is good for travel between Thun and Interlaken (Lake Thun), Interlaken and Brienz (Lake Brienz)

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking Bernese Oberland, nestled at the foot of the majestic Jungfrau, reaching an altitude of 3,454 meters. Spend the day exploring Interlaken, a charming village between the lakes of Thun and Brienz, surrounded by the iconic peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Stroll through its picturesque streets, indulge in Swiss specialties like a traditional fondue, and discover why Interlaken has been a favorite destination since the 17th century. Begin with a bus ride from Zurich to reach your take-off location. Next, enjoy a 15-20 minute scenic flight over the Swiss Alps. As the aircraft climbs to altitude, you will have beautiful views of Interlaken’s two lakes and local mountain peaks, including the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The flight is followed by the thrill of a 45-second freefall with one of our experienced instructors. Experience an adrenaline rush like never before as you freefall at 200kph (120mph). Your heart rate settles with a tranquil and scenic 5-minute parachute flight to conclude your bucket list adventure. After your adrenaline rush, calm your nerves with some free time to explore Interlaken. As the day winds down, relax on the return journey to Zurich, taking in the serene Swiss scenery and watching paragliders soaring above, capturing the essence of Interlaken.

Your expert local tour guide and driver will show you the best parts of the Bernese Oberland (region of Interlaken), including hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this road trip by private car, you will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the region and Switzerland in general. The focus of this tour is to discover the area like a local. Relax knowing this private tour can be customized according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. Standard sightseeing places that can be visited during the tour are: • Interlaken town • Harder Kulm* • Grindelwald village • Grindelwald First* • Lauterbrunnen Village • Staubbach Falls • Wengen/Kleine Scheidegg/Jungfraujoch* • Trümmelbach Waterfalls • Gimmelwald */Mürren*/Schilthorn* • Lake Thun/Lake Brienz • Iseltwald (filming location of "Crash landing on you") • Giessbach Waterfalls and Grandhotel Giessbach • Lake Lungern Examples of hidden secrets that can be visited are: • Schynige Platte* • Grütschalp* • St. Beatus Caves • Niederhorn* • Sigriswil Panoramic Bridge • Oberhofen Castle • Old Town of Thun/Thun castle • Spiez/Spiez castle • Niesen* • Kandersteg (Lake Oeschinen * / Blue Lake) • Axalp • Brienzer Rothorn * • Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum • Meiringen • Reichenbach Falls • Aareschlucht (gorge of Aare river) • Susten Pass road • Trift Bridge and Trift Glacier* • Grimsel Pass road • Handeggfall Bridge • Gelmersee Lake Sightseeing points marked with an asterisk * are not accessible by car but only by train or cable car (tickets are not included). Please note that visiting all the sightseeing places listed here is not guaranteed. How many places you can visit depends on the length of the tour booked and how much time you spend at each place. After booking you can discuss the detailed itinerary with your guide.

Embark on an intimate adventure with our small-group tour from Interlaken. Begin your journey at the mystical Beatus Caves, then cross the thrilling Suspension Bridge in Sigriswil, known for its captivating scenes from "Crash Landing on You." Explore the charming city of Thun for two hours, soaking in its rich history. The tour culminates with a visit to the enchanting Blausee (Blue Lake) before a leisurely one-hour boat cruise on the picturesque Lake Thun. Limited to six people, this exclusive tour promises an immersive and personalized experience through the wonders of the Swiss landscape.

"Full day excursion to Swiss Villages from Lucerne by private car is a great way to experience stunning Swiss countryside at your pace; pass by quaint villages, rolling hills & stunning mountain ranges. Along the way you can stop in small towns for photo stops, lunch or coffee. First stop is Interlaken, beautiful town is uniquely nestled between Lake Brienz & Lake Thun, you can take boat ride at Lake Thun and enjoy the small scenic rides by train between the swiss villages cross the Interlaken Region. Visit Hohematte Park to take in breathtaking views of the Alps. Continue your journey to Grindelwald, where you can stroll through narrow cobblestone streets, visit museums & explore the country’s oldest churches, beautiful castle, and centuries-old buildings with incredible views of the surrounding mountains and lush valleys. Visit the impressive Staubbach and Trummelbach waterfalls. Last explore the beautiful Lauterbrunnen valley with dramatic waterfalls, lush meadows, & scenic lakes.

Meet your driver in the morning and take an unforgettable journey through the Alps. Reach the foot of the majestic Jungfrau on this day trip to Interlaken. Located between lakes Thun and Brienz, Interlaken is the gateway to the Bernese Oberland Mountains. When you arrive, explore the village at your own leisure. Enjoy scenic views and be stunned by the famous summit trio of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau while browsing the village's charming streets and quaint shops. After checking out the village's crystal blue lakes, be sure to try some Swiss culinary specialties, like Swiss fondue, during your time in Interlaken. At the end of the afternoon, board the bus to head back to Lausanne and admire the gorgeous Swiss landscape during your ride.