Zurich: Bernese Alps Private Tour with Lake Cruise & Steam Train
Overview
Escape Zurich for a private journey through the Bernese Alps, blending luxury, breathtaking scenery, and iconic Swiss transport. Travel in a premium private vehicle with a dedicated driver-guide for a personalized, seamless day trip.
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to Lake Brienz. Board a turquoise water lake cruise to take in panoramic views of surrounding peaks and alpine waterfalls. Next, step back in time aboard the historic Brienz Rothorn Bahn—Switzerland’s famous cogwheel steam train—as it climbs through lush forests and high alpine meadows to deliver sweeping views of the Bernese Oberland.
Conclude your day in vibrant Interlaken, nestled between two glacial lakes. Enjoy free time to stroll through the town center, shop for authentic Swiss souvenirs, or savor traditional local chocolate and refreshments.
With round-trip hotel pickup, all entry tickets included, and a flexible private schedule, this full-day tour offers the ultimate Swiss mountain experience.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Steam train tickets
- Lake Cruise tickets
- Private Multilingual Driver-Guide
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Zurich (pass by)
Lake Brienz
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Brienz Rothorn Bahn
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Interlaken
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Zurich
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Private transportation.
- Steam train tickets.
- Lake Cruise tickets.
- Private Multilingual Driver-Guide.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Zurich: Bernese Alps Private Tour with Lake Cruise & Steam Train is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Zurich: Bernese Alps Private Tour with Lake Cruise & Steam Train will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Steam train tickets
- Lake Cruise tickets
- Private Multilingual Driver-Guide
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
