Immerse yourself in nature with fresh Alpine air and idyllic green surroundings on the Grindelwald First and Bachalpsee guided hiking tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll discover tales of the region’s local history, encounter magnificent natural backdrops, and experience authentic Swiss culture first-hand, making this adventure truly unforgettable!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ First Aid Kit
✔ Private Local Guide
✔ Meet and Greet at your Hotel or Residence
✔ Standard Rail Tickets (1st Class Upgrade Available Upon Request)
✔ Grindelwald FIRST Gondola Pass
✖ Lunch
Pickup Locations
1. Der Teufelhof Basel
2. Basel Marriott Hotel
3. Basilisk Hotel
4. Pullman Basel Europe Hotel
5. Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
6. Motel One Basel
7. hotel brasserie au violon
8. White Horse Basel
9. Hotel Marthof
10. Hotel Set Hotel Residence
11. Hotel Restaurant Resslirytti
12. Hotel Spalentor Basel
13. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
14. Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel
15. Hotel Stadthof
16. Hotel Rochat
17. The Passage
18.
19. Steinenschanze Stadthotel
20. Hotel Wettstein
Itinerary
1
Basel
Your guide will greet you at your hotel or residence, before whisking you away to Grindelwald.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Grindelwald
From Grindelwald, you can take the cable car up to Grindelwald First, which is a minor summit situated on the face of Mount Schwazhorn. Its primary purpose is as a cable car station, but there are plenty of attractions to enjoy during your visit.
With a range of endrenaline-fueled activiites, fine dining, and stunning vantage points on offer, you won’t be stuck for something to do once you arrive at Mount First following your cable car ride. Or, you might prefer to have some leisure time and delicious food at the First Mountain Restaurant.
It may be rather cold at this altitude. Wrap up warm so you can be humbled by the sheer vastness of the mountainside.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
First Cliff Walk by Tissot
Once you’ve spent some time at Mount First, you’ll be able to begin your hike to Bachalpsee. Your tour guide will lead you and it will be a 6 kilometer hike in total. Stretch your legs and breathe completely clean and fresh air, taking in your surroundings and the quiet atmosphere. You can expect to walk around 50 minutes both to and from the lake.
The crisp and clean waters of the lake are a renewing experience that you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Bachalpsee Lake
Once you have reached Grindelwald, the hiking tour will begin with your guide escorting you through the main center of the village. Our expert guide will provide information about the roots and history of the area while pointing you toward the best local attractions.
Grindelwald is a beautiful scenic village situated at 1,034 ft above sea level, with chalets scattered across hilly terrain.
So, no matter how cold it is, you won’t need to worry about strong winds whipping your face and ruining your day! Sometimes, there are markets in Grindelwald for you to explore, trying little snacks to prepare you for the rest of your journey to Mount First.
Duration: 2 hours
5
Basel
After a full day of adventure, your guide will return you safely to your hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
