Highlights of Bernese Oberland
Overview
Bernese Oberland boasts some of the most breathtaking mountain scenery in Europe. The alpine vistas, charming villages, and towering cable cars combine to create a truly enchanting destination.
The train tickets and hotel stays are included in the package, along with some meals and many other travel essentials that will help make this trip easy and unforgettable.
This itinerary includes Out & About suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do.
Format
Locations
- Zurich
- Interlaken
Inclusions
- Round-trip flight to Zurich (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- 7 nights of accommodation
- 7 breakfasts
- Transfer by rail from the airport to Interlaken
- 8-day Jungfrau Travel Pass in 2nd class of service
- More Moments activities:
- Excursion Jungfraujoch
- Excursion Schilthorn
- Interlaken Guest Card
- Earn and redeem Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Zurich.
Day 2
Welcome to Zurich - Interlaken
Upon arrival, transfer to Interlaken by rail, check in to your hotel, and enjoy the rest of the day exploring the city at your leisure.
Approximately 120 km
Day 3
Interlaken – Grindelwald First: Sightseeing
After breakfast, head out for your day trip to Grindelwald.
($) Optional Activities
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Day Trip to Grindelwald
Take the Grindelwald-First cable car for a fantastic view of the Eiger. Take the First Cliff Walk at the summit station for the best views, or participate in activities such as the First Flyer zipwire or the downhill mountain carts.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Interlaken – Brienz: Sightseeing
Embark on a scenic boat cruise to Brienz.
($) Optional Activities
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Boat cruise to Brienz
Explore the charming lakeside village, home of the famous wooden Swiss Cow. If time allows, use your half-fare card to add on a trip to Brienzer Rothorn by steam train. Return to Interlaken either by boat or by Zentralbahn train.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Interlaken – Jungfraujoch: Sightseeing
After breakfast, board the scenic train from Interlaken to Grindelwald.
More Moments Activities Included
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Day Trip to Jungfraujoch
Head to Kleine Scheidegg for awe-inspiring views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. Transition to a cogwheel train bound for the Eiger Glacier, then transfer to the Jungfraubahn, arriving at Jungfraujoch amidst the splendor of snow-covered landscapes. Descend to Grindelwald and explore the charming streets and local delights. Wrap up the day with an evening train journey to Interlaken.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Interlaken –Harder Kulm: Sightseeing
After breakfast, take a short adventure to Interlaken’s local mountain peak by funicular, featuring stunning views of both Lake Thun and Brienz. Board the Lucerne Interlaken Express, reveling in the scenic beauty along the route.
($) Optional Activities
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Day trip to Harder Kulm
Take some time to enjoy lunch on the spectacular terrace as your marvel on the panorama below. The remainer of the day can be spent at your leisure.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Interlaken – Männlichen: Sightseeing
Venture on a day to the Swiss Alps.
($) Optional Activities
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Day Trip to Männlichen
Upon arriving in Wengen, ascend to the magnificent summit of Männlichen using the Männlichenbahn ski lift. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding peaks from the summit before embarking on a short and invigorating hike to Kleine Scheidegg’s stunning alpine landscape. Descend from Kleine Scheidegg to Wengen and take some time to explore the charming village. As the day comes to an end, board the return train from Wengen to Interlaken via Lauterbrunnen.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Interlaken – Schilthorn: Sightseeing
Commence your day with a picturesque train ride from Interlaken to Mürren, a captivating car-free village nestled on the edge of the Lauterbrunnen Valley.
More Moments Activities Included
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Day Trip to Schilthorn
Ascend from Mürren to the iconic Schilthorn using the Schilthornbahn cable car, immersing yourself in a 360-degree panorama of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. Explore the Bond World exhibition and savor leisurely moments at the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant, famous from the James Bond film franchise. In the late afternoon, descend from Schilthorn and return to Interlaken.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Interlaken - Zurich - Return to Canada
After breakfast, board your train back to Zurich. From there, head to the airport and board your flight home to Canada.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Daily departures from April 1 to October 19, 2025
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Not included:
- Entrance fees
- Seat selection onboard trains
- Optional activities and excursions ($)
- Meals unless noted
- Transfers
- Local city taxes
- Personal expenses and insurance
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- 25% discount on the Kleine Scheidegg – Jungfraujoch train ride.
- 50% discount on mountain excursions to Schilthorn, Niesen, Stockhorn as well as Postbus pass-routes, trian ride to Montreux etc. using Swiss Half Fare card.
Out & About - Suggested itinerary
This itinerary includes Out & About suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do.
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The proposed itinerary above offers flexibility for modifying activities, leveraging the benefits of the Jungfrau Travel pass.
Interlaken Guest Card offers free travel on public transport in the city of Interlaken.
Jungfrau Travel Pass offers:
- Unlimited travel within the Jungfraubahnen network, including to resorts such as Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald and Mürren.-Optional
- Unlimited travel to major mountain peaks: Grindelwald First, Harder Kulm, Kleine Scheidegg, Männlichen, Schynige Platte.- Optional
- Unlimited travel on Lakes Thun and Briez – Optional
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The itinerary above is subject to change without prior notice. The order in which destinations are visited or day excursions occur may change due to operational restrictions, such as weather and accommodation availability.