Grindelwald Holiday - With A Travel Pass

Explore the region's stunning lakes and mountains

 

We have provided a Jungfrau Travel Pass with this holiday, which gives you 6 days' worth of unforgettable excursions included in the price - a week's stay and excursions from just £1,304 per person

This is just one example of a holiday with the lakes and mountain excursions around Grindelwald. All holidays can be adapted to your own requirements.

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Day 1 - Arrive and explore Grindelwald Hotel Kreuz & Post, Grindelwald

Flight from the UK to Zurich with rail travel to Grindelwald.Check in to your hotel for your 7 night stay and get to know this lovely alpine town. Grindelwald is perhaps the perfect summer mountain resort; nestled in the Jungfrau mountains beneath the Eiger, it has spectacular views. Grindelwald is also very well placed for exploring the region. We have recommended just a few day trips here but will be happy to advise you on others you may have in mind.

Day 1 - Arrive and explore Grindelwald
Hotel Kreuz & Post, Grindelwald

Flight from the UK to Zurich with rail travel to Grindelwald.Check in to your hotel for your 7 night stay and get to know this lovely alpine town. Grindelwald is perhaps the perfect summer mountain resort; nestled in the Jungfrau mountains beneath the Eiger, it has spectacular views. Grindelwald is also very well placed for exploring the region. We have recommended just a few day trips here but will be happy to advise you on others you may have in mind.

 
Day 2 - The First mountain Bachalpsee, Grindelwald First mountain

The cable car for First mountain is included with your Pass and departs from the village. There are a number of lovely walks including the Healing Herbs Trail and the path to the crystal waters of Lake Bachalpsee. On the way down, you could try out the exhilarating 'First Flyer' zip line, or alight from the cable car at Bort and hire 'trottibikes' which are great fun and can be used to scoot back down to Grindelwald. (Activities are payable locally).

Day 2 - The First mountain
Bachalpsee, Grindelwald First mountain

The cable car for First mountain is included with your Pass and departs from the village. There are a number of lovely walks including the Healing Herbs Trail and the path to the crystal waters of Lake Bachalpsee. On the way down, you could try out the exhilarating 'First Flyer' zip line, or alight from the cable car at Bort and hire 'trottibikes' which are great fun and can be used to scoot back down to Grindelwald. (Activities are payable locally).

 
Day 3 - Lake Brienz and Harder Kulm Lake Brienz

A cruise along this azure lake takes you past pretty villages such as Bönigen, the crashing waterfall at Giessbach and finally on to the town of Brienz. After sailing back to Interlaken you'll still have time for the 8 minute funicular journey up to Harder Kulm. There are some great walks and on a summer evening, this is a lovely place to enjoy dinner before returning to Grindelwald. All journeys are included.  

Day 3 - Lake Brienz and Harder Kulm
Lake Brienz

A cruise along this azure lake takes you past pretty villages such as Bönigen, the crashing waterfall at Giessbach and finally on to the town of Brienz. After sailing back to Interlaken you'll still have time for the 8 minute funicular journey up to Harder Kulm. There are some great walks and on a summer evening, this is a lovely place to enjoy dinner before returning to Grindelwald. All journeys are included.  

 
Day 4 - The Eiger and Kleine Scheidegg Kleine Scheidegg mountain restaurant

The starting points for some of the most beautiful walks in the region. Use your Pass for the superb new Eiger Express cableway to the Eigergletscher station or the mountain train to Kleine Scheidegg at 2,061m; there are great views, including the infamous north face of the Eiger. You can relax in the restaurants, or follow the trails to Wengeneralp and the Lauberhorn or try a more challenging hike. The Pass also covers travel to charming Wengen.

Day 4 - The Eiger and Kleine Scheidegg
Kleine Scheidegg mountain restaurant

The starting points for some of the most beautiful walks in the region. Use your Pass for the superb new Eiger Express cableway to the Eigergletscher station or the mountain train to Kleine Scheidegg at 2,061m; there are great views, including the infamous north face of the Eiger. You can relax in the restaurants, or follow the trails to Wengeneralp and the Lauberhorn or try a more challenging hike. The Pass also covers travel to charming Wengen.

 
Day 5 - Männlichen Männlichen

An efficient new cable car is operating to the Männlichen. On arrival you are sure to enjoy the amazing views over Grindelwald and the Alps. There are a number of marked walking trails including the Apple Fritter Trail which has views of the Eiger and a tasty treat at the end! Keep an eye out for marmots and birds of prey overhead. The Mountain Inn is the perfect place for lunch and your journeys are included with the Pass. 

Day 5 - Männlichen
Männlichen

An efficient new cable car is operating to the Männlichen. On arrival you are sure to enjoy the amazing views over Grindelwald and the Alps. There are a number of marked walking trails including the Apple Fritter Trail which has views of the Eiger and a tasty treat at the end! Keep an eye out for marmots and birds of prey overhead. The Mountain Inn is the perfect place for lunch and your journeys are included with the Pass. 

 
Day 6 - The castles of Lake Thun Lake Thun cruise

A leisurely cruise on sparkling Lake Thun is a must. You could alight at Thun or Spiez to explore these lively lakeside towns, each of which has pretty castles to visit and plenty of restaurants with lake views for lunch. After your time on the water, you may like to linger awhile in Interlaken, or head back to relax in the beauty of Grindelwald. Your cruise and rail journeys are included in the price.

Day 6 - The castles of Lake Thun
Lake Thun cruise

A leisurely cruise on sparkling Lake Thun is a must. You could alight at Thun or Spiez to explore these lively lakeside towns, each of which has pretty castles to visit and plenty of restaurants with lake views for lunch. After your time on the water, you may like to linger awhile in Interlaken, or head back to relax in the beauty of Grindelwald. Your cruise and rail journeys are included in the price.

 
Day 7 - Schynige Platte and the Alpine Garden Schynige Platte train

For your last full day, why not use your Pass to travel down to the village of Wilderswil. From here, it's a memorable journey on the historic cogweheel railway (also included) to the Schynige Platte, a sunny plateau which has glorious views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. There is also the botanic Alpine Garden to visit, with over 600 species of delicate alpine flowers.  

Day 7 - Schynige Platte and the Alpine Garden
Schynige Platte train

For your last full day, why not use your Pass to travel down to the village of Wilderswil. From here, it's a memorable journey on the historic cogweheel railway (also included) to the Schynige Platte, a sunny plateau which has glorious views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. There is also the botanic Alpine Garden to visit, with over 600 species of delicate alpine flowers.  

 
Day 8 - Last day View over Grindelwald Your last chance to take in the views from Grindelwald village - or perhaps if you have time, one last walk in the mountains - before you take the train back to Zurich airport for your flight home.
Day 8 - Last day
View over Grindelwald
Your last chance to take in the views from Grindelwald village - or perhaps if you have time, one last walk in the mountains - before you take the train back to Zurich airport for your flight home.
 
Your holiday price: 7 nights in Grindelwald

Prices from £1,304 per person staying in a 4 star hotel


Half board prices on request. Price shown is for an example itinerary. We can tailor make your holiday to your individual requirements including additional nights.


Your price includes

  • Scheduled flights from London to Zurich (flights available from around the UK)
  • Return 2nd class rail travel between Zurich airport and Grindelwald 
  • 7 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation as described based on 2 people sharing
  • 6 day Jungfrau Travel Pass with FREE travel to a multitude of lakes and mountains
  • Half Fare Card giving you half or reduced price travel around Switzerland
  • Full detailed itinerary sent with all tickets
  • Financial protection ATOL 3148. Booking conditions apply


Please note: the Jungfrau Travel Pass is available May-October and operating periods vary for some mountain railways. Please check with us before booking if there is a particular trip you would like to make. 
View our booking conditions here.

Your holiday price: 7 nights in Grindelwald

Prices from £1,304 per person staying in a 4 star hotel


Half board prices on request. Price shown is for an example itinerary. We can tailor make your holiday to your individual requirements including additional nights.


Your price includes

  • Scheduled flights from London to Zurich (flights available from around the UK)
  • Return 2nd class rail travel between Zurich airport and Grindelwald 
  • 7 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation as described based on 2 people sharing
  • 6 day Jungfrau Travel Pass with FREE travel to a multitude of lakes and mountains
  • Half Fare Card giving you half or reduced price travel around Switzerland
  • Full detailed itinerary sent with all tickets
  • Financial protection ATOL 3148. Booking conditions apply


Please note: the Jungfrau Travel Pass is available May-October and operating periods vary for some mountain railways. Please check with us before booking if there is a particular trip you would like to make. 
View our booking conditions here.

 

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As well as our recommendations for the free excursions described, the Pass also covers your journeys to Lauterbrunnen and Mürren. It also gives a discount for the journey from the Eigergletscher or Kleine Scheidegg to the Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe. Explore to your heart's content.


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