Walking the Bernese Highlights East
Walking the Bernese Highlights East
Walking the Bernese Highlights East
8 Days Starting in Engelberg, Switzerland and ending in Murren, Switzerland
Visiting: Engelberg, Meiringen, Grindelwald, Murren
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W07BE
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
18-99
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Switzerland's breathtaking Bernese Oberland with the "Walking the Bernese Highlights East" tour. This adventure takes you through some of the most stunning mountain scenery, offering views of iconic peaks like Titlis, Jungfrau, and Eiger. Starting in the charming village of Engelberg, you'll traverse two major mountain passes, staying in traditional Swiss villages along the way. Enjoy the convenience of luggage transfers and the option to use cable cars to ease your journey. With comfortable accommodations and meals included, you'll have the chance to explore picturesque lakes, vibrant wildflower meadows, and historic sites like the Reichenbach Falls. Whether you choose the high-level routes or more leisurely paths, each day promises awe-inspiring vistas and the tranquility of the Swiss Alps. Conclude your adventure in the idyllic village of Murren, leaving with memories of Switzerland's natural beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Engelberg
Location: Engelberg
Accommodation Name: Trail Hotel, Engelberg
It is a good idea to add an extra day or two in Engelberg before starting your Bernese Highlights walk to get used to walking at high altitudes.
Overnight Trail Hotel, Engelberg.
Day 2 : Engelberg To Engstlenalp
Location: Engelberg
Accommodation Name: Hotel Engstlenalp, Engstlenalp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Todays walk takes you up past the Trubsee Lake from where you climb to the Jochpass before descending to Engstlenalp. A demanding first day because of the total ascent involved, which can be reduced by using one or more cable cars. From Engelberg, you walk along the right hand side of the picturesque Engstlensee, where a profusion of wild flowers and shy marmots may catch your eye. Take some time to enjoy the beautiful Trubsee Lake before continuing to Engstlenalp.
Overnight Hotel Engstlenalp, Engstlenalp.
Day 3 : Engstlenalp To Meiringen
Location: Meiringen
Accommodation Name: Parkhotel du Sauvage, Meiringen
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow the trail past lake Tannensee up to a ridge walk that leads you over Balmeregghorn. Wonderful views on the snow-covered peaks of Eiger, Monch & Jungfrau await. The setting is truly amazing and make for one of the most scenic walks in Switzerland. To avoid the long way down to Meiringen, you can use the cable car from Planplatten down into the valley. Meiringen is a little town on the shore of river Aare.
Overnight Parkhotel du Sauvage, Meiringen.
Day 4 : At Leisure In Meiringen
Location: Meiringen
Accommodation Name: Parkhotel du Sauvage, Meiringen
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a day off from walking and visit Ballenberg, Switzerland's greatest open-air museum, take the steam railway to the top of the Rothorn, visit the stunning gorge Aareschlucht, or just cruise on Lake Brienz.
Overnight Parkhotel du Sauvage, Meiringen.
Day 5 : Meiringen To Schwarzwaldalp
Location: Meiringen
Accommodation Name: Chalet Schwarzwaldalp, Schwarzwaldalp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A short day albeit energetic early on, with opportunities for diversions. Leaving Meiringen behind, you cross the River Aare and head up past the Reichenbach Falls, famous for the death of Moriarty and Sherlock Holmes in Sir Arthur Conan-Doyle's classic before walking through the stunning Rosenlaui valley to Schwarzwaldalp.
Overnight Chalet Schwarzwaldalp, Schwarzwaldalp.
Day 6 : Schwarzwaldalp To Grindelwald
Location: Grindelwald
Accommodation Name: Central Hotel Wolter, Grindelwald
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you can either take the high-level route via First or the more leisurely crossing of Grosse Scheidegg. {BREAK}
The high-level route is a truly scenic walk to the cable car station at First, offering spectacular views of the Berner Oberland giants. Alternatively, you can hike up on a steady ascent to the Grosse Scheidegg pass with magnificent mountain views behind you and then down to the village of Grindelwald.
Overnight Central Hotel Wolter, Grindelwald.
Day 7 : Grindelwald To Murren
Location: Grindelwald
Meals Included: Breakfast
There are two options today. Either follow Via Alpina over the pass Kleine Scheidegg, or take the Eiger Trail, a more challenging route along the foot of the North Face, or the more challenging route over Kleine Scheidegg - both with stunning views. Mountain railways also offer alternative starts and ends.
If you choose to walk via Kleine Scheidegg, this will be the longest day of your trip, with unmatched views of the Eiger, the Monch, and the Jungfrau mountains. Walking by the Eiger Trail is a truly magnificent route which brings you so close to the many scenes of triumph and tragedy - it would be worth reading the story of the great Eiger climbs before your trip
Day 8 : Depart Murren
Location: Murren
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say fond farewells to Switzerland as you depart on the train.
What's Included
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7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation
The tour includes 7 nights of accommodation, moving from one hotel to another.
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All breakfasts and two dinners
Breakfast is provided every day, along with two dinners during the tour.
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
The tour is managed by a local agent appointed by Headwater.
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Navigation App
A navigation app is provided to assist with the tour.
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Luggage transfers between hotels
Luggage is transferred between hotels for convenience.
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Transport Description
The tour includes luggage transfers between hotels, and there are options to use cable cars to reduce walking distances on certain days.
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
Single accommodation is not included and is available on request with a compulsory supplement.
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Visas or vaccinations
Visas or vaccinations are not included in the tour package.
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Lunches
Lunches are not included in the tour package.
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Arrival and departure transfers (if booking a land only package)
Transfers for arrival and departure are not included if booking a land-only package.
Food
Accommodation
Situated in the lively village of Engelberg, this family-run accommodation offers comfortable rooms, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil getaway.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes luggage transfers between hotels, and there are options to use cable cars to reduce walking distances on certain days.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is included during the tour?
The tour includes luggage transfers between hotels, and there are options to use cable cars to reduce walking distances on certain days.
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What type of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
The accommodation is situated in the lively village of Engelberg, offering comfortable rooms perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil getaway.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour package includes all breakfasts and two dinners.
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What are some of the highlights of the walking routes?
The walking routes offer views of some of Switzerland's most stunning peaks, including Titlis, Jungfrau, and Eiger. You will also cross two major mountain passes and stay in small, traditional Swiss villages.
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Is there a day of leisure included in the itinerary?
Yes, there is a day of leisure in Meiringen where you can visit Ballenberg, Switzerland's greatest open-air museum, take the steam railway to the top of the Rothorn, visit the stunning gorge Aareschlucht, or cruise on Lake Brienz.
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What options are available for the walk from Schwarzwaldalp to Grindelwald?
You can either take the high-level route via First or the more leisurely crossing of Grosse Scheidegg. The high-level route offers spectacular views of the Berner Oberland giants, while the Grosse Scheidegg pass provides magnificent mountain views.
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What are the options for the walk from Grindelwald to Murren?
You can follow Via Alpina over the pass Kleine Scheidegg or take the Eiger Trail, a more challenging route along the foot of the North Face. Both options offer stunning views, and mountain railways provide alternative starts and ends.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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