Interlaken, Switzerland
Interlaken. another popular resort of the Jungfrau region, offers you the opportunity to ski all of the regions of Grindewald, Kleine Scheidegg, Wengen, and Murren, but, at the same time, offers the ambience of a small town atmosphere with big city sophistication.
Situated at 1870 feet above sea level, in the heart of Switzerland, and of Europe, between the Lakes of Brienz and Thun, Interlaken provides a wonderful destination for a winter vacation. In fact, the tourist office has listed ten good reasons why you should visist Interlaken. We eartily endorse those reasons, and list them for your consideration:
Interlaken is obviously a great place for the winter vacationer as well since the opportunities for excursions are many. Certainly one to consider would e the chance to add a few days to your tour and take our optional extension tour to Paris. From Interlaken, you would take the transfer bus back to Zurich, see the city, and board the overnight train to Paris. Since you've come this far, it would be a shame if you missed this chance.
Situated at 1870 feet above sea level, in the heart of Switzerland, and of Europe, between the Lakes of Brienz and Thun, Interlaken provides a wonderful destination for a winter vacation. In fact, the tourist office has listed ten good reasons why you should visist Interlaken. We eartily endorse those reasons, and list them for your consideration:
- It's geographical position makes it ideal as a destination easily reached.
- The climate is subalpine, yet mild. You will not find great changes in the temperature due to forests surrounding the town and the nearby glacier.
- Cozy hotels and guest houses from the most unpretentious to the most deluxe.
- The new casino at the Convention Center where you might try your luck.
- The variety of sights to see such as high alpine glacier world, lakes and waterfalls, and many other attractions all are within a 15 mile radius.
- Possibilities for excursions such as Lucerne, Berne, and Geneva -- All an easy ride by the marvelous train system.
- Sports facilities including cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, and ice skating.
- Bargain hotel prices for winter sports enthusiasts to enjoy a different ski area each day, as well as an efficient ski-bus system to get you to the slopes as soon as possible.
- Business and entertainment districts with many of the shops on a pedestrian mall in the clean fresh air, and concerts in the "Kursaal" originally constructed in 1859.
- Certainly last but not least is the famous Swiss hospitality. The people here are genuinely interested in you. They are glad that you are visiting their town, and will go out of their way to help you enjoy the visit so much you will want to return again.
Interlaken is obviously a great place for the winter vacationer as well since the opportunities for excursions are many. Certainly one to consider would e the chance to add a few days to your tour and take our optional extension tour to Paris. From Interlaken, you would take the transfer bus back to Zurich, see the city, and board the overnight train to Paris. Since you've come this far, it would be a shame if you missed this chance.
Resort Statistics
| Gateway City | Zurich |
| Distance | 120 Miles (2 hours) |
| Car Rental Credit | $80 |
| Elevation | 3000-12,333' |
| Transfers | Train |
| Longest Run | 5 Miles (Intermediate) |
| Highest Vertical | 7300' |
| Beginner | 20% |
| Intermediate | 30% |
| Advanced Intermediate | 30% |
| Expert | 20% |
Hotel Options
 Chalet Swiss Chalet Swiss is a lovely family run hotel just a 7-minute walk from the center of Interlaken. All rooms include private bath/shower and TV, telephone & radio. The hotel has a beautiful bar and sits in a nice quiet location away from the noice of town and train stations. In the evenings enjoy the end of the day with a soak in the Jacuzzi or sauna. |
 Chalet Oberland Newly renovated in the center of town. All rooms with private bath or shower, radio, and telephone. Hotel bar is a local spot for dancing and has live entertainment. Hotel offers a pizza restaurant as well as an Indian restaurant on premises. |
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 Royal St. George
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 Victoria Jungfrau
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 Metropole Modern style high rise hotel in the center. All rooms have a private bath or shower, TV, telephone, and radio. Hotel features include: 3 restaurants, new bar/lounge, roof-top coffee bar, indoor pool, sauna, massage, and solarium. |
Packages Include
- Round trip transfers between Zurich airport and Resort via 2nd class rail.
- 7 nights (except where noted) accommodations in the hotels indicated.
- All rooms with private bath/shower.
- Meal plan as indicated:
Codes for meal plans are:
BB- Buffet Breakfast
CB- Continental Breakfast
HP- Continental Breakfast and Dinner
HB- Buffet Breakfast and 3 course dinner
HB+- Indicates Breakfast and Dinners with Special Themes or Additional Courses
FB- Continental Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
D/A- Dine Around program - All taxes and gratuities on included features.
- Prices DO NOT Include Airfare.
- Prices DO NOT include U. S. Departure Tax, Agriculture, Customs, and Immigration Charges, and Security Surcharges which vary depending on the destination and airports involved.
- Prices DO NOT include fuel surcharges.
Exchange rates are based on US$1.14 to 1.00 Swiss Franc and are subject to change at any time
Prices
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2011/12 |
Chalet Swiss |
Chalet Oberland |
Metropole |
Grand Beau Rivage |
Victoria Jungfrau |
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Category |
2 Star |
3 Star |
4 Star |
5 Star |
5 Star - Deluxe |
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Meals |
BB |
BB |
BB |
HB |
ABB |
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Single Sup. |
$257 |
$206 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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Triple Red. |
On Request |
$33 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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9-Dec |
n/a |
$814 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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16-Dec |
n/a |
$846 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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23-Dec |
n/a |
$1,040 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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30-Dec |
n/a |
$1,011 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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6-Jan |
$690 |
$834 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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13-Jan |
$690 |
$834 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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20-Jan |
$690 |
$834 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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27-Jan |
$690 |
$887 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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3-Feb |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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10-Feb |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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17-Feb |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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24-Feb |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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2-Mar |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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9-Mar |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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16-Mar |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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23-Mar |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |
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30-Mar |
$690 |
$896 |
On Request |
On Request |
On Request |