Grindelwald First - Top of Adventure from Zurich
Explore the stunning landscapes of the Bernese Oberland on this 12-hour tour from Zurich. Absorb panoramic views from the First Cliff Walk by Tissot, Europe’s highest suspension bridge, hike to Lake Bachalpsee or enjoy one of the adventure activities (optional) before descending by cable car to the village of Grindelwald.
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What's included in Grindelwald First - Top of Adventure from Zurich
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
ZurichPass-by Only
Meet your multilingual guide at Sihlquai Bus Station near the Zurich train station and board the coach for a 2-hour ride through the idyllic Bernese Oberland countryside.
InterlakenPass-by Only
Stop at the famous village of Interlaken (Höheweg 95, 3800 Interlaken) for a first orientation stop before continuing to the charming mountain resort Grindelwald, where the self-guided part of your tour begins.
Grindelwald-First
Once you arrive in Grindelwald and farewell your tour guide, take the cable car to the summit of Mt. First. Experience the unique summit attraction "First Cliff Walk by Tissot". The trail with a 40-metre long one-rope suspension bridge at a dizzying height promises an extraordinary adrenalin kick. Grab a bite to eat on the spectacular sun terrace of the restaurant “Berggasthaus First”. Hike to lake Bachalpsee and admire the reflection of the surrounding mountains. Just a few steps aside, you find some optional activities: the First Flyer, a gigantic zip line, that gives you the feeling of flying down the hill over 800 meters with a maximum speed of 84 km/h. Continue by Mountain Cart (optional), a new fun sport vehicle with a comfortable seat for an exceptional ride on the rough track to Bort, from where you complete your adventure by Trottibike Scooter (optional). Curve down to Grindelwald through lovely alpine scenery passing by grazing cows and typical Swiss chalets.
Inclusions
- Transportation in a comfortable coach with AC
- Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide
- Ascent and descent by aerial cable car to Mt First
- "First View" vantage platform
- First Cliff Walk by Tissot
- Public train ride from Grindelwald to Interlaken
- Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop off
- Gratuities
- Optional activities
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour is accompanied from Zurich/Lucerne to Grindelwald and from Interlaken to Lucerne/Zurich. For the individual ascent and descent at Mt First and the train ride to Interlaken, tickets and a written itinerary are provided.
- All optional adventure activities are subject to availability and weather conditions. Long waiting times may occur and slots cannot be pre-booked. Tickets from CHF 21.- per activity.
- Operational dates: First Flyer and First Glider: 30.11.24 - 26.10.25 / Mountain cart and Trottibike scooter: 01.05.25 - 26.10.25
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.
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Ticket Redemption
We kindly request that you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure and check in at the ticket counter marked with ''Best of Switzerland Tours''. Please have your confirmation details and proof of identification (ID) ready. You may present your tour voucher either as a printed copy or electronically on your smartphone or tablet. If you are unfamiliar with the location, we recommend allowing extra time for your journey. Should you have any difficulty finding your way, please contact us as early as possible at +41 (0)44 710 50 50. Our team is available to assist you daily from 7:00 to 21:00.
