Swiss Alps Day Trips from Zurich

Top Swiss Alps Day Trips from Zurich

Day Trip: Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe
4.7
(1101 Reviews)
Embark on a spectacular Alpine journey from Zurich to the Top of Europe! Travel by coach through the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland's magnificent Jungfrau region, ...
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11 hours 30 minutes

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$ 297

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Day Trip: Eiger - Jungfrau Glacier Panorama
4.3
(36 Reviews)
Spend a full day in the beautiful alpine world of the famous Bernese Oberland on this guided coach tour from Zurich. Sit back and relax on your guided tour in comfo...
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11 hours 30 minutes

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$ 165

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Day Trip: Engleberg - The Great Mountain Village
3.7
(13 Reviews)
Travel by deluxe coach to the resort town of Engelberg (Angel Mountain). You'll have time to wander around this pretty mountain village on your own - make sure you ...
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9 hours

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$ 87

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Traveller tips

Helpful advice from us and our travellers so you can enjoy your experience to the fullest.

What cities are in the Swiss Alps?

With Lake Lucerne standing as one of the most famous landmarks in the Swiss Alps, Lucerne stands as one of the most impressive cities in the Swiss Alps. There is also the towns of Interlaken (located in the Bernese Oberland region), Montreux (famous for its annual jazz festival) and Zermatt, (which features the highest open-air railway in Europe).

What makes the Swiss Alps famous?

In truth it is the Alps that make Switzerland famous, with the mountain range across Switzerland, Leichtenstein, Austria, Slovenia, Germany and France. The reason they're Swiss is because the mountain range covers 60% of the entire country. The mountain range itself features one of the most diverse climates and landscapes for such a small area, meaning you can see lots in a short space of time.

Which Alps can I see from Zurich?

The village of Grindelwald and Lucerne are both great destinations to get a feel for the landscape, while for actual mountains: Mount Rigi, Mount Pilatus and Mount Titles are all great places to go hiking and take in the Swiss Alps gorgeous scenery.