Beginner Ski Lesson Grindelwald from Lucerne: 10-hour day trip

Learn to ski on the Bodmi slopes with a certified instructor and return the same day

A 10-hour beginner ski lesson from Lucerne takes you to Grindelwald in the Jungfrau region, where a certified ski instructor teaches you the basics on the Bodmi beginners' area (maximum 8 participants per group). The trip includes round-trip coach transport from Lucerne, a 2.5-hour lesson, all ski equipment and safety gear, and free time to explore Grindelwald afterward. Children from age 12 are welcome. The guide speaks English or Spanish depending on your option choice.

The experience

You meet your guide in Lucerne and travel by coach through the Bernese Oberland toward Grindelwald. The drive includes a 30-minute stop in Interlaken to stretch and grab a drink or snack. Once you arrive at the ski resort, your instructor helps you collect skis, boots, helmet and other safety equipment from the hire shop, then leads you to the Bodmi beginners' area for your 2.5-hour lesson. The group stays small, no more than 8 people, so your instructor can watch your progress as you take your first confident turns on the snow.

After the lesson, you have free time to explore Grindelwald at your own pace. Warm up in one of the village cafes, walk around the shops, or simply rest before the late-afternoon drive back to Lucerne. Your guide meets you for the return journey, and you arrive back in Lucerne after a full day on the slopes.

What’s included

• Round-trip coach transport from Lucerne.
• certified ski instructor for the 2.5-hour lesson.
• skis, boots, sticks, helmet and ski clothes.
• access to the Bodmi beginners' area.
• partially guided tour with commentary on the Bernese Oberland's history and heritage.
• 30-minute stop in Interlaken on the way.

Options for this experience

2 options

EnglishAvailable from 12 Dec · 09:00

SpanishAvailable from 12 Dec · 09:00

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (12 to 15 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 48 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Operated by Best of Switzerland Tours

Is this one for you?Your coach handles the pickup from Lucerne, your instructor waits at Grindelwald, and all equipment is ready. You just show up and ski the Bernese Oberland's slopes for a full day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (12 to 15 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What's included in the ski equipment rental?

Skis, boots, sticks, helmet and ski clothes (jacket, pants, gloves) are all provided. You collect them at the hire shop in Grindelwald when you arrive.

How long is the actual ski lesson?

The lesson runs for 2.5 hours on the Bodmi beginners' area with your certified instructor. The lesson is designed for first-time skiers with no prior experience.

Is there time to explore Grindelwald after the lesson?

Yes. After your lesson ends, you have free time to walk around the village, visit cafes and shops, or rest before the drive back to Lucerne in the late afternoon.

What's the age requirement for this trip?

Children must be at least 12 years old to join the ski lesson. Infants and small children can travel on the coach in a pram or stroller if they're not skiing.