Best of Bernese Oberland from Basel
At a glance
Best of Bernese Oberland from Basel is a 9h private experience in Basel, Switzerland, operated by Typically Swiss Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $1,170.64 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: water.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 9h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Enjoy a drive around some of the best countryside Switzerland has to offer. Start your journey in your private and exclusive Mercedes Mini Van. Let Chris drive you along the Brunig Pass, stopping off at Lungernsee to reach the spectacular Bernese Oberland. From there, choose the spectacular sights you want to visit ranging from the fascinating Aare Gorge which is 1’400 metres long and up to 200 metres deep. The Giessbach Falls are breath-taking as is the 150 year old Giessbach hotel for lunch overlooking Lake Brienz. Take a boat trip over to Brienz and stroll along Brungasse, one of Europe`s prettiest streets. Journey onto Interlaken for a souvenir stop and then go along the Lauterbrunnen valley to see the 300metre Staubbach Falls. Drive onto the Trummelbach Falls and witness waterfalls within a mountain and finally drive up to Isenfluh for some awesome views of the big 3 - Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau or go one further and take the cable car to Sulwald for more incredible views.
What's included
What's included
- water
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Stop off at Lungern (see pics) for a great photo opportunity on route to the Bernese Oberland.
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Stop 2 · 1h
Visit the Aare gorge, one of the most stunning gorges. Take a 50 minute walk through the gorge and marvel at the steep cliffs and the milky river running through. Admission is subsidised at 6chf.
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Stop 3 · 1h 30m
Journey onto one of the most beautiful settings in Central Switzerland. Visit the stunning tiered waterfalls and walk under the falls themselves. Have a delicious lunch at the 200 year old majestic hotel and then take some photos overlooking Lake Brienz. Then after that, take a free ride on the oldest funicular in Europe to the boat, taking you to Brienz where Chris will be waiting for you.
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Stop 4 · 45m
Take a walk round this 400 year old Lakeside village taking in a traditional wood carving shop and the picturesque Brungasse.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Drive along Hohweg, pass the grand Victorian hotels and watch the Paragliders land. Make a short stop for a souvenir before driving on
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Stop 6 · 30m
Drive through the mesmerising valley onto Lauterbrunnen and walk to the enchanting Staubbach Falls to see wisps of water fall from 300metres. Take a walk up the cliff to get within 10 metres of the water. Walk back to the car park passing the most beautiful cemetery in Switzerland,
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Stop 7 · 1h
Drive 2 km from Lauterbrunnen Centre and arrive at the unique Trummelbach Falls, known for being waterfalls within a mountain - the only one in Europe. See over 10 chutes of water crashing through the rock at great speed causing erosion which has been happening for thousands of years. Admission 11chf
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Stop 8 · 1h
For the final and most stunning and breathtaking leg of this tour, drive back to Interlaken and take a left up to Isenfluh. Park and walk along the village and take is the beautiful vistas of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, commonly known as the Pearly whites all close or over 4000m high. Amazing
Meeting point
Rhine cruise pick up available
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Best of Bernese Oberland from Basel take?
The experience lasts about 9h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $1,170.64 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
water.
Where does it start?
Rhine cruise pick up available
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Basel.
