From Interlaken: Private Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen Tour
Description
Explore the stunning Swiss Alps on a private and fully customizable tour from Interlaken with a local English driver guide. Discover the breathtaking Lauterbrunnen Valley, famous for its 72 waterfalls, and the alpine village of Grindelwald with spectacular views of the Eiger north face. Unlike standard group tours, this experience is 100% flexible, allowing you to spend more time where you want and add optional highlights such as Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, Grindelwald First Cliff Walk, or hidden scenic viewpoints in the Jungfrau Region. Perfect for travelers who want a relaxed, personalized Swiss Alps private tour with local insight and unforgettable photo stops. Important: This is a private sightseeing experience with a dedicated driver. This is not a guided walking tour. Your driver will provide transportation, local recommendations, suggested stops, and free time to explore each destination at your own pace. The driver is not a licensed tour guide.
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Itinerary
Discover the beautiful alpine village of Grindelwald, located in the heart of the Swiss Alps and surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. With your local English driver guide, enjoy time to explore the village, take photos of the famous Eiger north face, walk through the charming streets, or relax at one of the scenic viewpoints. Travelers may also choose optional alpine experiences such as visiting Grindelwald First, known for its spectacular First Cliff Walk, or taking the famous Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe railway journey for breathtaking glacier views. Your local driver guide will help you plan the best option depending on your interests, schedule, and weather conditions. This stop is 100% customizable and flexible, allowing you to explore Grindelwald at your own pace.
Visit the spectacular Lauterbrunnen Valley, one of the most beautiful destinations in the Swiss Alps and famous for its dramatic cliffs and 72 waterfalls. With your local English driver guide, explore the charming alpine village and enjoy breathtaking views of the iconic Staubbach Falls, one of the highest free-falling waterfalls in Europe. During your stop, travelers can walk through the picturesque village, take photos of the famous Lauterbrunnen waterfalls, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this legendary Jungfrau Region destination. This stop is 100% customizable and flexible, allowing you to explore Lauterbrunnen and the surrounding Jungfrau Valley at your own pace with your local driver guide.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup is available from all hotels and accommodations in Interlaken. Please wait in the hotel lobby or at the main entrance at the scheduled pickup time. Your local English driver guide will meet you there. If you are staying in a private apartment or Airbnb, please provide the exact address. We will confirm the most convenient pickup point if vehicle access is limited. For train station pickups, we can meet you at Interlaken Ost or Interlaken West. Your driver will contact you shortly before arrival to coordinate the meeting point. This experience is 100% customizable and flexible, so pickup times can be adjusted according to your travel plans.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(12)
Do not book this. It is not a tour. It is an uber driver only. We added on jungfraujoch and had him take us gimmelwald… zero history zero guidance in fact gave us the wrong directions to Trümmelbach falls which cost us about 2 hours For 3 people we had the driver for 11 hours and the cost on viator was over $1000 usd We added jungfraujoch and the added 2 hours of poor directions added 5 hours The extra 5 hours cost us almost $800 USD So for a glorified uber driver we paid $1800usd Yes it might take a little longer by bus because you are worried you don’t know what you are doing, but most people are helpful and will help you through the bus system Save the money extend your vacation a day that $1800 will pay for a hotel food and any other tickets that you wanna do for the two days But whatever you do do not book this and expect a tour Expect an Uber driver
Thank you for thaling the time. We are very disappointed by this review because it contains several statements that are simply incorrect. First, this experience has never been advertised as a guided walking tour or a tour with a licensed guide. Our listing clearly states that this is a private transportation and sightseeing service, not a guided tour. The service you received was exactly the service you booked. Second, at no point during the trip did you ask for historical explanations. Our driver explained every destination, recommended the best viewpoints, restaurants, photo spots, and the most popular activities at each stop to help you enjoy your day. Regarding Trümmelbach Falls, this statement is also inaccurate. You specifically told us that you had already visited the falls and preferred to spend your time walking through Lauterbrunnen and taking photos. Since vehicles cannot enter the walking path, we provided you with the recommended walking route, exactly as shown on the map. The tour lasted 11 hours because you requested major changes to your original itinerary, including adding Jungfraujoch and extending the service far beyond the original booking. We completely reorganized our schedule to accommodate your requests, and the additional hours were accepted and paid for during the trip. Describing our service as "just an Uber driver" is unfair. We provided private transportation, complete itinerary flexibility, local recommendations, restaurant suggestions, photo locations, waiting time, and continuous assistance throughout your journey. We did everything possible to ensure you enjoyed your visit. A one-star review after we spent 11 hours accommodating your requests and extending the service far beyond the original booking is extremely disappointing. By requesting and paying for the additional hours, you confirmed that you wished to continue the experience under those conditions. We respect every guest's opinion, but we also believe reviews should accurately reflect the service that was actually delivered. As a Swiss company, we believe fairness and honesty are fundamental. Unfortunately, this review does not represent the service we provided, and we trust future guests will read our listing carefully and judge our company based on the facts rather than inaccurate statements.
Had a great trip to Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. It was private, just the family. Everything was on time as we got picked up from the hotel. We also got great restaurant recommendations.
We had a great experience on our private tour to Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. The driver was very punctual and always ready to pick us up promptly whenever we finished our activities. There was a small mix-up at the beginning when we were dropped off at the wrong destination, but after I sent a text message, he called back immediately and quickly returned to take us to the correct location. His responsiveness and professionalism made the situation easy to resolve. Overall, we appreciated the reliable service and would recommend this tour.
Thank you for your review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your day in Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. We appreciate your understanding regarding the initial mix-up and are glad our driver was able to resolve it quickly. Thank you for recognizing his professionalism and responsiveness. We hope to welcome you again on another Swiss adventure! 🇨🇭😊 – Swiss Journey Team
It was a great experience. Very calm and nice person who was driving the car. He stopped the car multiple times on the way to grindelwald to take iconic beautiful pictures. Also guided us during the trip.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your day in Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Creating a comfortable experience and helping our guests discover Switzerland’s most beautiful viewpoints is always our goal. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again in the future! 🇨🇭
We had a very enjoyable day exploring Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen with our family group of 6. The VAN was a Mercedes and was clean, comfortable, and perfect for a private experience without the crowds of larger tours. Our driver Ricardo was friendly, professional, and gave us great local recommendations throughout the day. He also shared helpful information about the places we visited and made the whole experience feel relaxed and personalized. What we liked most was the flexibility to enjoy each stop at our own pace while having comfortable transportation between destinations. Pickup and drop-off directly at our accommodation made everything very convenient as well. Overall, a very nice way to explore the Swiss Alps comfortably and privately.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your group enjoyed your day in Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Providing comfortable private transportation, flexibility, and personalized recommendations is exactly the experience we strive to deliver. We truly appreciate your kind words about Ricardo and hope to welcome you back to Switzerland again soon! 🇨🇭
Word of caution: this is NOT a private tour where you expect a guided tour without a big tour group crowd. This is basically like a premium taxi/hire service. The chauffeur will bring you around to places you wish to go, drop you there, and then pick you up when you are done. That's pretty much it!! If you are looking for a premium car hire for 6 hours, this is the one. But if you are looking for a private tour with a knowledgeable guide to drive you along, this is NOT. Some of my experiences I wish to share so you can proactively avoid it. The package says 6 hours, but the night before our trip I received a WhatsApp message with the departure and return schedule which would make the whole trip (including travel) only 4.5 hours. I told them them about the Viator page and then they agreed to the 6 hours!! Our chauffeur Mauricio was very friendly. We were picked up from our Airbnb and driven to Grindelwald. The car was in excellent condition with water bottles inside. We wanted to do some walking in the greenery and then explore Grindelwald town. So he dropped us at a spot from where we could do a walk down the mountain road to town. After about 2 hours he picked us up and drove us to Lauterbrunnen. Dropped us near the waterfalls, gave us an excellent restaurant suggestion, and he went off. After 2 hours he came back, picked us up and dropped us back to our Airbnb in Interlaken. So from pick up to drop it was about 6 hours in total. We didn't really get to explore Grindelwald town as we loved the walk and seeing the scenery. One of the options Mauricio suggested was that we could spend longer than 6 hours, but he will have to go back as he has other bookings later in the day... and we have to take a train from Lauterbrunnen back to Interlaken. When you pay over 500 CHF for a "private tour" the last thing you want to do is to take a train to go back home :D so we declined the proposal. Both Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen are awesome places to visit, and we will probably go and stay there a few days next time which will work out cheaper than the cost of this 6 hour chauffeur service.
Thank you very much for your detailed feedback and for sharing your experience with us. We truly appreciate your comments and would like to clarify that our service is designed as a PRIVATE TOUR experience with a local driver-guide accompanying guests throughout the journey. The driver provides local recommendations, explains the areas visited, shares historical and cultural information, and is always available to answer questions during the tour. However, as clearly indicated in the tour description, the driver is not a licensed professional tour guide and therefore does not accompany guests personally during their walks or activities at each stop. We would also like to kindly clarify that this WAS INDEED A PRIVATE TOUR, as the vehicle and service were EXCLUSIVELY RESERVED FOR YOUR GROUP ONLY, without sharing with other travelers or large tour groups. We would greatly appreciate if this aspect could be reflected more accurately in the review. We also apologize for the confusion regarding the timing communicated the evening before your tour. Our goal is always to respect the full booked duration from pickup to final drop-off, and we are glad we were able to provide the complete 6-hour service as reserved. At the same time, we are very happy to hear that you enjoyed Mauricio’s friendliness, the comfort of the vehicle, the scenic recommendations, and your time in Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Your feedback is very valuable to us and helps us continue improving both our communication and overall guest experience. Thank you again for choosing us during your visit to Switzerland.
We had an absolutely wonderful day trip from Zurich to and other villages, and it was all thanks to our incredible tour guide, Maurizio. From the very beginning, Maurizio was professional, knowledgeable, and deeply passionate about showing us the beauty of Switzerland. What truly set him apart, however, was his exceptional care and patience with my elderly parents. He went above and beyond to ensure they were comfortable, adjusted the pacing of the tour perfectly to match their needs, and made sure they never felt rushed or strained. Because of his thoughtfulness, my parents were able to fully enjoy every moment of the trip without any stress. Maurizio’s warmth, excellent communication, and helpful nature made this a truly memorable experience for our whole family. If you are planning a trip and want a guide who is not only knowledgeable but also deeply considerate and kind, we cannot recommend Maurizio highly enough! Thank you, Maurizio, for a perfect day!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It was truly a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm especially happy to hear that your parents felt comfortable and were able to enjoy the day at their own pace. Your appreciation means a lot to me. Thank you for trusting me with your visit to Switzerland, and I hope to welcome you again in the future. Wishing you and your family all the best! 🇨🇭😊
Traveling alone can be tough but this tour made it so easy. My driver was super kind and made me feel safe and welcome the whole time. He had deep knowledge of the alps and the views were just insane.
Thank you very much for your kind review and for trusting Swiss Journey 😊 We are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience. It was our pleasure to show you the beauty of Switzerland, and we hope to welcome you again in the future 🇨🇭
Such a romantic trip to the alps. The driver was super friendly, he knew everything about the local history and made the drive feel very fast. We loved spending the whole day just looking at mountains and taking pictures. Truly a amazing memory
Thank you very much for your kind review and for trusting Swiss Journey 😊 We are truly happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed the experience. It was our pleasure to show you the beauty of Switzerland, and we hope to welcome you again in the future 🇨🇭
This was the perfect time for us. The entire scenery in Grindelwald were beyond captivating and our driver shared lots of info about the place. I am more than pleased that we ended up going with a private trip instead of what we had previously looked at for alternative options. Our driver, Mauicio was super friendly.
Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the scenery of Grindelwald and that the experience exceeded your expectations. It’s a pleasure to know that choosing a private tour made a difference. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Switzerland.
