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Interlaken & the Jungfrau Express in Winter

 
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Experience the majestic Swiss Alps in its glorious winter finery and discover spectacular views from the 'Top of Europe' on the renowned Jungfrau Railway

This idyllic winter holiday is based in the heart of the Bernese Oberland in picturesque Interlaken, one of Switzerland's popular resort towns, nestled between two lakes and overlooked by the snow-capped peaks of the mighty Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

Explore this stunning region on some of Europe's most celebrated railways, with spectacular trips to the summit of the Jungfrau and Grindelwald First mountains.

Unforgettable Experiences

Travelling to the ‘Top of Europe’ on the Jungfrau Railway
Travelling to the ‘Top of Europe’ on the Jungfrau Railway
Journey to the highest railway station in Europe and experience remarkable views from the Sphinx Observatory, of the Mönch and Eiger peaks, as well as the gleaming Aletsch Glacier, the longest in the Alps.
Uncover charming Lucerne, the ‘City of Lights
Uncover charming Lucerne, the ‘City of Lights
Cross the spectacular Brünig Pass, travelling through picture-perfect snow scenes to the delightful city of Lucerne, famed for its 14th-century covered wooden bridge and lakeside location.
Basking in scenic views in traditional Grindelwald
Basking in scenic views in traditional Grindelwald
Explore the beautiful mountain town of Grindelwald with its wooden chalets, emerald rivers and views of the imposing north face of the Eiger, and travel to the summit of Grindelwald First by cable car.
Exploring the Swiss resort town of Interlaken
Exploring the Swiss resort town of Interlaken
Stay for five nights in the picturesque town of Interlaken, nestled in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, between sparkling lakes Thun and Brienz, surrounded by three mighty mountains.

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Itinerary

DAY1To Cologne for an overnight stay

Your holiday begins at London St Pancras where you meet the Tour Manager before boarding the Eurostar service to Brussels. Here we change trains and continue to the city of Cologne where we spend the night.

After checking in, dinner is served at our hotel this evening.

Please note for 7th December & 1st February departures these will travel outbound via Mannheim, staying at the Hilton Garden Inn.

Includes
  • Dinner
DAY2Welcome to Interlaken

After breakfast we journey into Switzerland, passing through the Rhine-side city of Mannheim and Freiburg in the Black Forest on our way to Basel. From the Swiss city of Basel, we set off on a magical winter journey past glittering lakes and snowy peaks to Interlaken, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland - one of the best-loved regions in the Swiss Alps.

This pristine resort town is nestled between Lakes Thun and Brienz, sitting peacefully in a picturesque valley that's watched over by the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. On arrival, we check into our hotel for the next five nights where we have dinner.

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  • Breakfast, Dinner
DAY3Aboard the panoramic Luzern-Interlaken Express

A spellbinding train journey awaits today aboard the Luzern-Interlaken Express - one of Switzerland's five panoramic train routes - to Lucerne. Entering fantastic alpine scenery, we travel along the banks of Lake Brienz to Meiringen, in the shadow of the famous Reichenbach Falls. From here, we climb the Brünig Pass through typical winter wonderland scenery to an elevation of 3,287 feet. On the descent, we pass shimmering lakes before arriving in Lucerne.

With free time to wander the old town of Lucerne, known as the 'City of Lights', you can discover cobbled streets embodying tradition and culture with their well-preserved medieval architecture. There are also plenty of interesting attractions, from ornate churches to frescoed historic houses and the 14th-century covered Kapellbrücke. Set on the crystal-clear lake, Lucerne is a great place to explore and find somewhere to eat at one of the many cosy cafés and restaurants. This evening, we retrace our journey back to our hotel in Interlaken, arriving before dinner.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Dinner
DAY4At leisure in Interlaken

Today is a free day, giving you a chance to explore Interlaken or possibly to venture further. Locally, you could take a boat ride across one of the lakes before warming up at a cosy café. Or wrap up warm and head out on one of the many nature trails that start in the town. Interlaken's history can be traced back to a monastery built here in the 12th century, while the surrounding landscapes provide a gateway to the Bernese Oberland, a region which is home to over 45 scenic mountain railways and aerial gondolas that you can discover using your Swiss Half Fare Card for 50% off fares.

This evening you are free to dine independently, and Interlaken's restaurants offers a variety of cuisine, from hearty traditional dishes to a range of international fare including Italian, Middle Eastern and Asian.

Includes
  • Breakfast
DAY5Grindelwald and cable car ride to Grindelwald First

Another charming destination lies ahead as we make our way by rail to the characterful alpine village of Grindelwald, blanketed in snow and nestled at the foot of the imposing north face of the Eiger. Enjoy some free time to soak up the scenery of attractive wooden chalets and quaint town squares with its backdrop of dramatic mountains. You could also find lunch locally, enjoying Switzerland's flavours or a familiar favourite.

Afterwards, we take a cable car journey to the summit of the Grindelwald First mountain. Appreciate grand panoramas of the valley below as you climb and look across at the mighty Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. As we descend, we return to Interlaken, where, following a free afternoon to relax or continue soaking in the winter scenery, we sit down to dinner at our hotel.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Dinner
DAY6A journey on the Jungfrau Railway

The highlight of our holiday awaits today, a journey along the Jungfrau Railway. First we join the Bernese Oberland Railway to Lauterbrunnen, where the Wengernalp Railway takes us to Kleine Scheidegg. Due to the steep route, the views are outstanding, with sights including the White Lütschine River Valley and Staubbach Falls, often frozen in winter.

The Jungfrau Railway itself begins at Kleine Scheidegg and runs the remaining six miles to just below the summit of the Jungfrau Mountain. After a viewing stop along the way, making the most of the fantastic panoramas, we emerge from the tunnel at Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. With plenty of free time here, you can admire the endless expanse of the Aletsch Glacier from the Sphinx Observatory or maybe head to Lindt store for an insight into the history and making of Swiss chocolate. After this glorious winter experience we head back to our hotel for the final dinner of our tour.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Dinner
DAY7Homeward bound

This sensational winter holiday has taken us into quintessential alpine scenery on renowned Swiss railways. We have explored the unique village of Grindelwald and charming lakeside Lucerne, the 'City of Lights', from our base in the cosmopolitan town of Interlaken.

Our tour of the spectacular Jungfrau draws to a close this morning as we depart Interlaken and make our way to Basel, before transferring to the onward rail service to Paris. In the French capital we join the Eurostar to London St Pancras where you are free to continue your journey homewards.

Includes
  • Breakfast

Additional information

Please note

Please note that while every departure of this tour will feature the same excursions, the order may differ from that shown above.

One of the excursions on this tour is at high altitude. If you have any medical conditions or concerns that could impact this part of the tour, we recommend you seek medical advice and talk to us. We want to make sure any holiday you book is right for you.

Classic collection

Our Classic range is what we're known for. Enjoy curated moments with plenty of inclusions. Centrally located hotels, premium travel options and engaging group tours with a seasoned expert are included. You'll be in groups with an average of 20-25 travellers and a maximum of 30*. *Scandinavian and Worldwide tours are on average 30-35 and a maximum of 40.

Departure times

Travel timings in your Holiday Confirmation are provisional and are subject to change. We will confirm your travel times in your final itinerary around 10-14 days before your departure. Eurostar or Flight times will be confirmed to you approximately 30-50 days before departure.

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. If you’d like to discuss any particular holiday with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us.

Hotel

Hotel Metropole Interlaken, Interlaken
Hotel Metropole Interlaken, Interlaken
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Trains

More information on the different trains that are used on this tour.

Eurostar

The high-speed Eurostar trains link St Pancras International in London with Paris and Lille in France as well as Brussels in Belgium.

Jungfrau Railway

The route from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station, comprises three different railways. The first leg from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen is on the Bernese Oberland Railway, continuing to Kleine Scheidegg on the Wengernalp Railway. From Kleine Scheidegg, the Jungfrau Railway climbs to Eigergletscher, before entering the 4.43-mile tunnel that ends in the underground station at Jungfraujoch. During the journey through the tunnel, the train makes a short stop at the Eiger Wall for view through the picture window from the north face of the Eiger down to Grindelwald.

Enhance your holiday

Upgrade to Plus Class on Eurostar

Your holiday begins the moment you meet your Tour Manager at St Pancras International and board the Eurostar train for mainland Europe. If you wish to get your holiday off to an extra special start, why not consider upgrading your on-board accommodation from Standard Class to Plus Class?

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As well as all the amenities enjoyed in Standard Class, Plus Class travellers benefit from extra spacious, comfortable seats, complimentary newspapers and magazines and a light snack with drinks served at your seat during the journey. Before 11am, the light snack comprises breakfast pastries, yoghurt, fruit juice and tea or coffee. After 11am there is a choice of 2 main dishes and a dessert, accompanied by soft drinks, wine or beer and tea or coffee.

Prices for an upgrade from £110pp each way. Please call us for more details.

Eurostar
London Hotels

Spending a night in London before your tour can make such a difference to the first day of your holiday - you can arrive in the capital in good time, relaxed and ready to join your Tour Manager the next morning. You may even want to take in a show on the West End or dine in one of London's famous restaurants. Perhaps on your return to London, you would like to break your journey with an overnight stay before continuing home.

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We can book a wide range of hotels in central London or, for our holidays beginning with a flight, at Heathrow, Gatwick, or Manchester Airport for the night before or after your holiday. If you require a quote for single occupancy at any of the hotels, please contact us on 01904 734 805.

London hotels
UK rail connections

Buying tickets for UK train services can be a tricky business - there are so many fares to choose from, each with different rules and restrictions. As you are connecting with an international departure, we strongly recommend that you book a fully flexible ticket to ensure that should the departure times for your holiday change, your rail ticket can allow for these changes.

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We can book fully-flexible UK rail tickets from your local station to join your holiday whether this be a European holiday from St Pancras or a UK holiday. The prices are competitive and tickets are not restricted to a particular train or time of day, and in most cases offer you a free choice of routes.

For an up to date quote from your local station, please ask one of our Tour Advisors.

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Reviews

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Martyn Leedham

5 stars

Submitted 27/Feb

Splendid holiday, well organised and friendly helpful tour manager Andrew

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sue

5 stars

Submitted 26/Jan

A wonderful trip. Spectacular scenery. Would love to go again.

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Gill Pritchard

5 stars

Submitted 25/Jan

This was a fantastic holiday, led by Claire - our amazing tour guide. She continually went above and beyond to make sure that we all had a great holiday - even taking part in activities with us. Her enthusiasm was boundless. Interlaken was a lovely town and the snowy day trips to Grindelwald and the Yungfrau were like stepping into a winter wonderland. My only small criticism was the variable quality of the food in our hotel and the less than 4 star quality of the bedrooms. I upgraded purely to get a comfortable bed and shower. Nevertheless, the holiday was amazing and it was a lovely group of people to travel with. Thank you GRJ - and Claire.

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NEWALL

5 stars

Submitted 16 Mar 2024

superb holiday. The tour leader Yasmyn ( not sure how to spell it) was very good. Dealt with all train problems well. Hotel was good. The group of people were also very companionable. Overall fantastic. It would have been nice to have had another day, there was more to do. Picture is view from hotel room, lovely.

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Blavins

5 stars

Submitted 16 Mar 2024

Great experience. Good bunch of people. And our guide was wonderful.

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D Simons

5 stars

Submitted 15 Feb 2024

The trip was outstanding with a great tour guide and a great group of people. The area was stunning, all transfers with the trains went well, hotel and food were wonderful and we would thoroughly recommend this as an area to visit.

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