Geneva to Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen: Private day trip

Interlaken dazzles with lakefront beauty, alpine peaks, and paragliders painting the sky in vivid colors.

Cradled between two turquoise lakes and crowned by the Jungfrau, Interlaken is Switzerland’s adventure capital with an alpine soul. Begin at Höhematte Park, where colorful paragliders drift down against a snowy mountain backdrop. Stroll along boutique-lined streets to shop for Swiss watches or chocolates, then head to the shores of Lake Thun or Lake Brienz for shimmering reflections. For the best view, ride the Harder Kulm funicular to sky-high terraces overlooking the valley, especially magical at golden hour. In just two hours, Interlaken offers postcard-perfect panoramas, lively charm, and a taste of authentic Swiss mountain culture.

Lauterbrunnen will enrapture you with towering cliffs, hidden glacier falls, and meadows alive with alpine scenery.

A storybook valley carved deep into the Alps, Lauterbrunnen is famed for its waterfalls and timelessness. Marvel at Staubbach Falls, one of Europe’s tallest free-falling cascades, veiling the cliffs beside the village. Venture inside the mountain to witness the thundering Trummelbach Falls, where glacial torrents roar through twisting tunnels. Wander gentle alpine meadows where cowbells echo and wildflowers bloom, or simply pause with a coffee as trains climb toward higher villages. With 2 hours to explore, Lauterbrunnen offers an unforgettable blend of raw natural drama and alpine simplicity.