Swiss Alpine Adventure: Lucerne to Brienz and Giessbach Waterfalls Day Trip from Zurich
Our local for this tour
Iuliia - Your Personal Guide Across Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne
Experience details
Destination
Zürich
Category
Day trips
Duration
12 hours
Mode of transport
Public transport
Available languages
English • Italiano • Русский
What's included
Private guide
Here’s an overview of your tour
Embark on an extraordinary journey through Switzerland on our exclusive day trip from Zurich. We'll begin with a convenient pick-up and a scenic 40-minute train ride to Lucerne. Upon arrival, choose to explore Lucerne with a knowledgeable guide on a 1-hour walking tour, discovering its historic treasures.
Next, board the Luzern-Interlaken Express for a mesmerizing 1.5-hour ride to Brienz. This renowned route showcases steep valley sides, magnificent waterfalls, and breathtaking mountain panoramas. It ranks among Switzerland's top 5 panoramic train journeys, connecting two iconic destinations.
Lake Brienz - embark on a scenic cruise past the iconic "castle" Iseltwald, marveling at the pristine beauty of the region.
We will stop at Giessbach Waterfalls.
Poets, writers, and musicians sang the praises of the natural wonders of the Giessbach Falls. Until the First World War broke out in 1914, the Grandhotel Giessbach was a meeting place for the great and the famous. Royals and aristocrats and their entourage, leaders, statesmen, diplomats, and celebrated artists spent their summers at Giessbach, gaining new strength and exchanging society gossip and state secrets.
Arrive in Interlaken and explore this charming town nestled between two lakes.
Return to Lucerne and then Zurich, concluding a day filled with Swiss wonders, from historic Lucerne to the heights of Brienz and the serene beauty of Interlaken. Ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable Swiss adventure in a single day!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Zurich HBBahnhofplatz/HB - Zürich
meeting pointLucerne
Explore Lucerne's charm step by step on a captivating 1-hour guided walking tour through its historic streets and landmarksLüzern Interlaken Express
We will have a 1. 5 hour panoramic train ride from Lucerne. The train journey features steep valley sides, breathtaking waterfalls, and stunning mountain vistas. Connecting two renowned destinations, it ranks among Switzerland's top 5 panoramic train routes.Cruise away
We descend to the lake, marveling at the pristine beauty of this Paradise on Earth (as described by J. J. Rousseau), then cruise along the lake past the iconic "castle" Iseltwald en route to Interlaken.Giessbach Waterfalls
Poets, writers, and musicians sang the praises of the natural wonders of the Giessbach Falls.Interlaken
1-h walking tourOn our way home
Return to Zürich via Lucerne
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Iuliia
Your Personal Guide Across Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne
Iuliia5.012 reviewsI speakEnglish • Italiano • Русский
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private guide
Not included
- Train tickets Zürich- Lucerne, Interlaken-Lucerne
- Ship to Interlaken
- Meals
- Personal Expenses
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
review of highlights
"She was wonderful knowledgeable and very welling to match our pace, and change things to tailor the tour to our interests"
- 5.0
Luzern how you like it!
"We contacted Lullia early on and told her the kind of tour we wanted. A mix of history, where to go, mountain hiking, lake cruise, etc. She got back with us quickly and proposed some activities, we r...
- 5.0
Great personaltour!
"Thank you Iuliia! A wonderful personalized tour that met our 90 min goal for a walking tour😊. Informative, quick and fun! And some great recommendations to visit Kunst Haus that same day as it is ...
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
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During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our local for this tour
Iuliia - Your Personal Guide Across Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne
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