If you haven't visited the Canton of Bern, don't miss out on discovering this beautiful part of inland Switzerland on this day trip to Grindelwald and Mount First from Zurich.
Day Trip Details
At the designated time, we'll meet at the Sihlquai bus park and set off from Zurich toward the canton of Bern, in the heart of Switzerland.
Our first stop will be Interlaken, a beautiful town nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. After a brief photo stop, we'll continue by bus to Grindelwald, one of the most stunning villages in the Bernese Alps.
Upon arriving at this fairy-tale setting, we'll hand out your cable car tickets for Mount First. Once you reach the summit at 2,100 meters (6,890 feet), you'll have 3 hours of free time to explore this iconic peak.
Your cable car ticket also includes access to the First View observation platform and the Cliff Walk by Tissot suspension bridge. From this 40-meter (130-foot) walkway, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the Alpine peaks. Prepare to be speechless!
At the top of Mount First, you can also grab a bite to eat and, if you'd like, take part in some of the available activities. Just make sure to leave enough time to take the cable car back down to Grindelwald, where you can explore this charming Alpine village.
Finally, we'll head to Lauterbrunnen for a stop to visit one of Switzerland's most beautiful villages before making our way back to the meeting point in Zurich, wrapping up this 12-hour day trip.
Activities at Mount First
In addition to access to the Cliff Walk by Tissot suspension bridge and the First View observation deck, tickets for which are included, you can enjoy the following activities at Mount First at your leisure:
First Flyer Zipline
This 800-metre high (2,624 ft) zip line will take you from Mount First to Schreckfeld station at a maximum speed of 84 kilometres per hour (52 mph) - a real adrenaline rush!
Availability: until October 27, 2026.
First Glider Zipline
In this experience, you'll enjoy the same route as in the previous attraction. However, the activity will take place on a zipline in the shape of an eagle, with a maximum capacity of 4 people. You'll feel like real birds of prey flying over the Alps!
Availability: until October 27, 2026.
First Mountain Cart
This is a pedal-powered vehicle with which you can travel the 3 kilometres (1.8 miles) that separate Mount First from Bort station.
Availability: from May 1, 2026, until October 27, 2026.
Trottibike Scooter
An environmentally friendly vehicle with which you can travel from Mount First to Grindelwald station.
Availability: from May 1, 2026, until October 27, 2026.
Itinerary Changes
The tour may be conducted in reverse order without prior notice, visiting Lauterbrunnen first, followed by Grindelwald (including Mount First) and Interlaken in the afternoon.