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The world-famous trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau are the crowning glory of a region that provides limitless alpine delights.
Five hundred kilometres of footpaths lead throughout the area, and many peaks can be reached easily by cable car or train, such as the Schilthorn above carfree Mürren, with spectacular panoramic views of over 200 peaks. Crystal-clear mountain lakes and thundering waterfalls provide cooling refreshment. The whole landscape is part of UNESCO World Heritage site.
The walking trails range from easy and gentle for older walkers or families with small children, to difficult for the experienced hiker. You have a choice of three magnificent resorts to be based in, each offering a wide range of walking and hiking routes from your doorstep.
Five hundred kilometres of footpaths lead throughout the area, and many peaks can be reached easily by cable car or train, such as the Schilthorn above carfree Mürren, with spectacular panoramic views of over 200 peaks. Crystal-clear mountain lakes and thundering waterfalls provide cooling refreshment. The whole landscape is part of UNESCO World Heritage site.
The walking trails range from easy and gentle for older walkers or families with small children, to difficult for the experienced hiker. You have a choice of three magnificent resorts to be based in, each offering a wide range of walking and hiking routes from your doorstep.
Key facts
- Grade A-D: dependent on choice of walks
- Average walking time: varies from 1-5h30
- Start/End: Wilderswil
- Terrain: High alpine, above tree line, forest paths, steep mountain slopes, meadows
- 7 x Hotel accommodation
- 7 x Breakfast
Programme
The included 2nd class Swiss Card covers travel to and from Swiss airport. Additional rail tickets can be purchased at 50% discount – ideal if you intend to also explore outside the Jungfrau Region during your week’s stay. 6-day Jungfrau Railways hiking pass also included.
| Day 1: | Arrival Travel from Zürich airport to Wilderswil by train. Explore the picturesque village of Wilderswil with its traditional old chalets decked with pink and red geraniums. |
| Day 2 - 7: | Go as you please The included hiking map offers 76 different sign-posted walks and hikes in the area ranging from 1/2 hour to 5 hours. For an easy, level walk, head into the Lauterbrunnen Valley. The 4 hour walk from Lauterbrunnen to Stechelberg offers beautiful views of the valley and its waterfalls. There are also plenty of sightseeing and picnic opportunities along the way. For a great view of the famous mountain trio Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau head to Wengen and enjoy the hike up to Kleine Scheidegg. The 2h45 route winds along wide but sometimes steep paths and covers an altitude difference of approximately 800 meters. |
| Day 8: | Departure Transfer to Zürich for your return flight or rail to the UK. |
The included 2nd class Swiss Card covers travel to and from Swiss airport. Additional rail tickets can be purchased at 50% discount – ideal if you intend to also explore outside the Jungfrau Region during your week’s stay. 6-day Jungfrau Railways hiking pass also included.
Accommodation description & prices
Wilderswil: The chalet hotel Alpenblick is in the 3-star category, and facilities include excellent restaurants, bar, bistro, cosy lounge and terrace. All 35 rooms are spread over 3 Chalets.
05.06 - 09.07 & 22.08 - 11.09: £ 659
10.07 - 21.08: £ 676
12.09 - 02.10: £ 622
Wengen: The hotel Berghaus is in the 3-star category, and facilities include small, comfortable lounge, cosy dining room, and restaurant famous for its fish specialities.
05.06 - 18.06 & 21.08 - 11.09: £ 662
19.06 - 02.07: £ 725
03.07 - 20.08: £ 691
Grindelwald: The hotel Eigerblick is in the 3-star category and facilities include cosy bar, à la carte restaurant serving Swiss specialities, panorama restaurant and sauna.
05.06 - 18.06 & 23.08 - 26.09: £ 730
19.06 - 22.08: £ 806
27.09 - 02.10: £ 671
Wilderswil: The chalet hotel Alpenblick is in the 3-star category, and facilities include excellent restaurants, bar, bistro, cosy lounge and terrace. All 35 rooms are spread over 3 Chalets.
05.06 - 09.07 & 22.08 - 11.09: £ 659
10.07 - 21.08: £ 676
12.09 - 02.10: £ 622
Wengen: The hotel Berghaus is in the 3-star category, and facilities include small, comfortable lounge, cosy dining room, and restaurant famous for its fish specialities.
05.06 - 18.06 & 21.08 - 11.09: £ 662
19.06 - 02.07: £ 725
03.07 - 20.08: £ 691
Grindelwald: The hotel Eigerblick is in the 3-star category and facilities include cosy bar, à la carte restaurant serving Swiss specialities, panorama restaurant and sauna.
05.06 - 18.06 & 23.08 - 26.09: £ 730
19.06 - 22.08: £ 806
27.09 - 02.10: £ 671
Prices include:
Flights, airport taxes, carbon offset contribution(see climate care), train transfers, 2nd class Swiss Card, accommodation in 3* hotels sharing twin/double room, breakfast, 6-day Jungfrau Railways pass. Children and single room prices on request
Flights, airport taxes, carbon offset contribution(see climate care), train transfers, 2nd class Swiss Card, accommodation in 3* hotels sharing twin/double room, breakfast, 6-day Jungfrau Railways pass. Children and single room prices on request
Payment by credit card:
A charge of 1 % up to a maximum of £ 15 will apply when paying by credit card (Diners Card cannot be accepted). No charge will be made for debit cards.
A charge of 1 % up to a maximum of £ 15 will apply when paying by credit card (Diners Card cannot be accepted). No charge will be made for debit cards.
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