Private Alps

Private Swiss Alps Villages Experience

Departs from Bern, Lucerne, Lucerne, Zurich, Basel

Waterfalls, cliffside hamlets, and breathtaking mountain panoramas come together in this private Swiss Alps experience.

Full Day
CHF 400

Highlights

  • -Visit Interlaken and admire views of the famous Jungfrau from the Höhematte.
  • -Explore the spectacular Giessbach Falls overlooking the turquoise waters of Lake Brienz.
  • -Wander through Lauterbrunnen and the car-free village of Mürren amidst breathtaking Alpine scenery.
  • -Discover Grindelwald beneath the iconic north face of the Eiger mountain.

Gallery

Traditional Swiss chalet with mountain backdrop on a Giessbach Falls Switzerland tour
Green alpine valley with wooden chalets near Giessbach Falls Switzerland
Interlaken Adventure
Paragliding over Interlaken
Bern Old Town and Zytglogge Clock Tower
Rhaetian Railway red train crossing Landwasser Viaduct in winter near Piz Bernina Switzerland
Lucerne's Chapel Bridge

About this experience

Your private guide and chauffeur will meet and greet you at your hotel or residence before beginning a scenic journey into the heart of the Bernese Oberland. Travelling in comfort through some of Switzerland's most beautiful landscapes, you'll learn about the history, culture, and traditions of the region while making your way towards the Alps.

Your first discovery is Interlaken, one of Switzerland's most famous resort towns. Nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, Interlaken has welcomed visitors for centuries thanks to its spectacular setting and easy access to the Jungfrau region. Accompanied by your guide, you'll stroll through the town and learn how it developed from a small settlement into an important centre for Alpine tourism during the nineteenth century.

A highlight of the visit is the famous Höhematte, a broad green meadow at the heart of the town where panoramic views stretch towards the snow-covered Jungfrau. With colorful paragliders often descending from the surrounding mountains, it offers one of the most iconic scenes in Switzerland.

The journey continues along the shores of Lake Brienz to the magnificent Giessbach Falls. Cascading through a forested hillside above the turquoise waters of the lake, these famous waterfalls are among the most picturesque natural attractions in the Swiss Alps. Your guide will share the history of the falls and the nearby Grandhotel Giessbach while you enjoy time to explore the scenic viewpoints, admire the rushing water, and capture unforgettable photographs. For a unique perspective, parts of the pathway even allow visitors to walk behind the waterfall itself.

From Giessbach, you'll travel deeper into the Bernese Oberland towards the spectacular Lauterbrunnen Valley. Often described as one of the most beautiful valleys in Switzerland, Lauterbrunnen is surrounded by towering cliffs and more than seventy waterfalls. Strolling through the village with your guide, you'll hear stories about the famous Staubbach Falls and discover how the valley's remarkable scenery inspired generations of artists, writers, and travelers. Many believe the landscape even influenced J.R.R. Tolkien's vision of Rivendell.

High above the valley awaits the charming mountain village of Mürren. Reached by mountain transport and completely free of cars, Mürren offers some of the most breathtaking views in the Swiss Alps. Surrounded by the iconic peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, the village has welcomed visitors for over a century while preserving its traditional Alpine character. As you wander its peaceful streets lined with flower-filled wooden chalets, your guide will share stories about the early mountaineers and travelers who helped establish Mürren as one of Switzerland's most treasured mountain destinations.

The final discovery of the day is Grindelwald, one of Switzerland's most celebrated Alpine villages. Situated beneath the imposing north face of the Eiger, Grindelwald combines dramatic mountain scenery with the charm of a traditional Swiss mountain community. Your guide will explain the village's role in the golden age of Alpine exploration while pointing out the spectacular peaks and landscapes that continue to attract hikers, climbers, and nature lovers from around the world. There will be time to admire the surrounding meadows, traditional farmhouses, and unforgettable mountain panoramas before beginning the journey home.

After an unforgettable day exploring Alpine villages, dramatic waterfalls, and some of the most spectacular landscapes in Switzerland, your private guide and chauffeur will accompany you back to your hotel or residence, bringing this memorable Swiss Alps experience to a close.

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