From Basel: Thun Day Trip by Train with Lake Cruise & Cheese
Description
This full-day train journey invites you to explore the best of the Lake Thun region, where history, nature, and Swiss tradition come together in breathtaking harmony. Discover Thun, a fairy-tale town with medieval charm and panoramic views. Cruise across the deep-blue waters of Lake Thun, surrounded by mountains and vineyards. End the day in Interlaken with a tasting experience of local cheese, or Swiss chocolate (Monday to Friday - Cheese tasting, Saturday and Sunday - chocolate tasting) - All-inclusive tickets: boat and train - City tour of Thun Old Town with castle views and riverside walks - Scenic boat cruise on Lake Thun with optional lunch on board - Cheese/Chocolate tasting
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Itinerary
We will meet at Basel SBB train station and next will enjoy a scenic 1.5 hour train ride through breathtaking landscapes until city of Thun
Explore the charming old town of Thun on a guided walk through its historic streets and unique elevated sidewalks. Visit the iconic Thun Castle for sweeping views of the Alps and Lake Thun, and admire the town’s centuries-old church and picturesque wooden bridges. Along the way, enjoy stories of medieval life, local traditions, and hidden gems.
After the tour, we will enjoy a scenic 1h20 boat ride on Lake Thun, surrounded by mountains and lakeside villages. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy lunch on board during the cruise. Please note that lunch is not included in the excursion.
After visiting the caves, we’ll take a short train ride to the charming lakeside village of Spiez. There, you’ll enjoy a leisurely stroll through the town, with views of its picturesque castle and vineyards. If booked the Cheese option - the tour includes a delightful local cheese tasting. Please note that the cheese tasting is only available on weekdays.
Return to our starting point Basel SBB train station
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Customers undertake all activities at their own risk. The Tour Operator's liability is limited to the tour price, including for direct damages caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. Liability for slight negligence, auxiliary persons, consequential damages, and lost profit is excluded.
Reviews(6)
It was my first time in a cave, and it went beyond my expectations! The way up was quite steep, but our guide took it easy, making pauses that helped the climb feel much more manageable. We spent about an hour inside the cave, the signs and paths were well-lit, and the rock formations looked like something out of an adventure movie. The Lake of Thun and the town are absolutely gorgeous, and the cheese tasting at the end felt like a reward for the workout. We enjoyed it immensely, it was worth every penny!
We’re really glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciated our guide’s effort and enthusiasm. Thank you for choosing us for your Swiss adventure!
We had a wonderful day as a family! The tour was full of dreamy landscapes, waterfalls, caves, and cheese! We couldn’t believe we were able to do so many things without feeling rushed or exhausted. Our guide had everything perfectly organized, and we felt very well taken care of. She was also very patient with my toddler. Highly recommend it!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re happy to know you enjoyed the tour and had a great time exploring with us. Safe travels!
This tour from Basel to Thun was absolutely fantastic. The scenic route to Thun set the tone, with stunning views all the way. Exploring the beautiful Beatus Caves was both fascinating and unique. The highlight for me was the relaxing cruise on Lake Thun — the alpine backdrop was breathtaking. Ending the day with a taste of authentic Swiss cheese made it all the more memorable. Well-organized, informative, and visually stunning — highly recommended!
It’s always rewarding to hear that guests appreciate the effort behind the scenes! We’re happy you enjoyed both the service and the guiding experience.
This tour was recommended by our travel advisor and it was just wonderful. We managed to discover a city, use train, bus,boat in the same day, explore some caves and even taste some delicious cheese. What we can say .. we had a wonderful day!!
We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour! It was a pleasure sharing this experience with you, and we’d love to see you again if you return to Switzerland. :)
This tour was perfect and beyond expectations from beginning to end! Our guide Julianna was a gem! She met us right on time, explained our day and anything else we wanted to know and got us on our way. Julianna guided us perfectly as we made our way to the trains an on into Thun! There was a mechanical issue with the train after a few stops and Julianna did not miss a beat and got us off and on to another train right next to us that got us to Thun. Once in Thun Julianna gave us a great tour and kept the pace easy as we were with my 79 year old mother. We then boarded the ship for an amazing once in a lifetime lunch around Lake Thun. We then were guided to a bus to head to the caves. Julianna was proactive letting us know that we may not want our mom to go to the caves which was ideal as it is a VERY steep incline to get to the caves followed by a 926 meter hike with stairs and narrow trails inside the caves. She made sure to make sure my mom was set while we went to hike. The caves are awesome but a workout! After the caves we were directed to another bus where we got to Interlocken for a cheese and chocolate tasting. Both were amazing and special. Julianna then guided us all the way back to our hotel! Total time 12 hours and was worth every minute for the memories! Julianna and the tour are fantastic and worth it!
Dear Kevin, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are really glad you enjoyed a high-quality tour and that the guide customized the experience according to your needs. We wish you a safe journey home and would love to see you again on your next trip to Switzerland. :)
Absolutely recommend this tour! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, and we never felt rushed throughout the experience. The landscapes were breathtaking, and it was truly unforgettable. My wife really enjoyed the trip, and we both fell in love with Switzerland!
