Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen day trip from Lucerne

Three Alpine villages in one day, with time to wander each one

A fully guided day trip from Lucerne to Grindelwald, Interlaken, and Lauterbrunnen, traveling by air-conditioned coach through the Bernese Oberland with a multilingual guide. You get free time in each village to explore at your own pace, see Staubbach Falls—Switzerland's third-highest waterfall—and ride through the scenic Brünig Pass. The tour runs 10 hours and returns you to Lucerne by evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Swiss villages and valleys

• Board coach in Lucerne
• Orientation stop in Interlaken
• Free time in Grindelwald
• Coach ride to Lauterbrunnen
• Explore Lauterbrunnen and see Staubbach Falls
• Return to Lucerne

The Experience

You board the coach at Bus Parking Landenberg in the morning and settle in for a scenic ride through the Bernese Oberland toward Interlaken, the gateway to the Jungfrau region. Your multilingual guide travels with you the whole way, narrating the landscape as the coach climbs through the Brünig Pass. A brief stop in Interlaken orients you to the town before you push on to Grindelwald, a mountain resort where you'll have free time to explore the village, grab a meal, or sign up for optional activities like Mount First or Glacier Canyon if you want something more active.

The afternoon takes you to Lauterbrunnen, a valley with 72 waterfalls that inspired writers like Goethe and Tolkien. Staubbach Falls—Switzerland's third-highest waterfall—drops from the cliff face above the village, and you'll have time to walk the streets, photograph it, and sit in the square without rushing. Shops close on Sundays, so plan accordingly if you're traveling then. Food and drinks are available for purchase at each stop, though you'll want to bring cash or check what's open.

The return journey gives you time to rest on the coach as the day settles. The tour may run in reverse order depending on the day—Lauterbrunnen first, then Grindelwald and Interlaken in the afternoon—but the villages and the route stay the same. Carbon-balanced operations mean the coach's emissions are offset through myclimate certification.

What’s included

• Fully guided tour with a multilingual guide in English or Spanish.
• transportation in an air-conditioned coach through the Bernese Oberland and Brünig Pass.
• free time to explore Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen at your own pace.
• carbon-balanced coach operations certified by myclimate.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Best of Switzerland Tours

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want a coach-based tour through three villages with built-in free time in each—you set the pace at Staubbach Falls or a café rather than moving as a group.

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Top questions

What is Staubbach Falls and why is it worth seeing in Lauterbrunnen?

Staubbach Falls is Switzerland's third-highest waterfall and drops from the cliff face above Lauterbrunnen village. It's an iconic landmark of the valley and one of the main reasons travelers visit; you'll have free time to walk to it and photograph it without a guide rushing you along.

Do I need to book the optional activities like Mount First or Glacier Canyon in advance?

Optional activities in Grindelwald must be booked separately and availability varies by season. They are not included in the day trip price, so arrange them beforehand if you want to do them during your free time in the village.

How much free time do I get in each village?

The itinerary gives you free time in both Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen to explore at your own pace, though the exact duration depends on the day's schedule and whether the tour runs in standard or reverse order. You'll also have a brief orientation stop in Interlaken before moving on.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide is multilingual and conducts the tour in English or Spanish, depending on which option you choose at checkout. The guide travels with you for the full 10 hours.

Are meals and drinks included?

Meals and drinks are not included, but food and beverages are available for purchase during stops in each village. You can bring your own or buy at local cafés and shops.

What happens if I'm visiting on a Sunday?

Many shops in Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Lauterbrunnen close on Sundays, so plan your meals and purchases accordingly. The villages themselves remain open and worth exploring, but dining options may be limited.