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The 15 Best Interlaken Viewpoints and Lake Trips

20 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.8 average  ·  from $49

Harder Kulm’s funicular climbs to a platform hanging over both lakes, and Brienz below it is the improbable turquoise one from the photographs. These 15 cover the funicular tickets, the kayak mornings and the boat days, priced and timed.

Interlaken: Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm - The funicular ride itself: where the view shows up fastest
Harder Kulm, Lake Brienz & Lake Thun, Scenic Train Journeys, Tickets, Tour Reviews

Interlaken: Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm

1.Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,469 reviews · 1 day · from $49Our pick

Interlaken funicular to Harder Kulm for views of Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, Brienz and Thun lakes, plus sunset time on top.

“Fantastic experience. Went in the evening so the line was long. Looks like mornings are faster”

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Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz - About Your Guide: Instruction First, Photos Second (And Sometimes GoPro)
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Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

2.Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 566 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $166Top rated

Kayak Lake Brienz from Bönigen with a certified guide, small groups of six, safety gear, and a photo package with views of Ringgenberg Castle.

“I enjoyed this tour a lot! Great for first time kayakers as well! Ben thoroughly explains how to paddle properly and safely. The views were also amazing!!!”

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Winter Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz - Key highlights worth your attention
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Winter Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

3.Winter Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 439 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $202

Winter kayak on Lake Brienz from Bönigen. Small group, dry suits, Ringgenberg Castle views, plus guided paddle lessons in English.

“Beautiful scenery and awesome guide! Really pricey for the activity- should be about half the price. However, it is Switzerland and the prices are unreasonable for mostly everything.”

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Interlaken: Scenic Jetboat Ride on Lake Brienz - Safety Talk, Splash Gear, and Why You Stay Comfortable on Choppy Water
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Interlaken: Scenic Jetboat Ride on Lake Brienz

4.Scenic Jetboat Ride on Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 243 reviews · from $108

Thrilling 360° jetboat ride on Lake Brienz from Bönigen, with Giessbach Falls sights, humor, and free photos, in about 75 minutes.

“It was SO much fun, 100% would recommend to anyone coming to Interlaken looking for adventure. Such a beautiful tour of the lake as well as a rollercoaster ride.”

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Interlaken: Winter Kayak Tour on Lake Brienz - Meeting at Hightide Kayak School near Interlaken See
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Interlaken: Winter Kayak Tour on Lake Brienz

5.Winter Kayak Tour on Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 224 reviews · from $175

Guided winter kayaking on Lake Brienz from Interlaken, with dry suits, calm waters, Ringgenberg Castle views, and a photo package.

“We had such a wonderful time kayaking in Interlaken with out guide. Would 10/10 recommend if you want a relaxing excursion that shows you the true beauty of the area.”

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Harder Kulm - Top of Interlaken - Cable Car Ticket - The 1,322-Meter Viewing Platform: Lakes Brienz and Thun Plus The Alps
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Harder Kulm – Top of Interlaken – Cable Car Ticket

Interlaken: Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz - Getting to HIGHTIDE Kayak School and starting on time
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Interlaken: Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

Geneva: Interlaken Day Trip & Visit to Harder Kulm Viewpoint - From Geneva bus station to the mountains: what the long ride feels like
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Geneva: Interlaken Day Trip & Visit to Harder Kulm Viewpoint

Beatus Caves, Panoramic Bridge, Nature Park Blue Lake and Lake Thun Cruise - Beatus Caves: an underground walk through time and stone
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Beatus Caves, Panoramic Bridge, Nature Park Blue Lake and Lake Thun Cruise

10.Beatus Caves, Panoramic Bridge, Nature Park Blue Lake and Lake Thun Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $373

Small-group day trip from Interlaken featuring Beatus Caves, the Sigriswil suspension bridge, Blausee Nature Park, Thun town time, and a lake cruise.

“Saw so many gorgeous areas - great conversations and history. Was great to get out of the “city” in a vehicle vs a train which gave us the opportunity to see the area in a different way”

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Interlaken: Guided Hike to Harder Kulm with Swiss Triathlete - Meet Nicolas Reinmann: how his triathlon brain helps your hiking legs
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Interlaken: Guided Hike to Harder Kulm with Swiss Triathlete

12.Guided Hike to Harder Kulm with Swiss Triathlete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $98

Interlaken guided hike to Harder Kulm with Swiss triathlete Nicolas Reinmann. Small group, 5 hours, 9 km, summit views. $98.

“If you’re going to hike Harder Kulm, you have to go with Nicolas. He is the absolute best guide. Super friendly, knowledgeable, and just a fun guy to hike up to the mountain with. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”

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Interlaken: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Boat Cruises Day Pass - Getting on board: Interlaken West vs Interlaken Ost
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Interlaken: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Boat Cruises Day Pass

Hidden gems e-bike tour with picnic at Lake Brienz - Interlaken Ost timing and small-group feel (2:00 pm start)
Bike & E-Bike Tours, Harder Kulm, Lake Brienz & Lake Thun, Tour Reviews, Tours

Hidden gems e-bike tour with picnic at Lake Brienz

14.Hidden gems e-bike tour with picnic at Lake Brienz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $250

E-bike rural Switzerland around Lake Brienz from Interlaken, with outdoor fondue picnic and a small-group guide in English.

“Michal was an excellent tour guide! Both personable and knowledgeable about Switzerland and the history of Interlaken. This tour was a 10/10! Very worth your while if staying in Interlaken plus great value for the money. The tour lasted about 3 hours and was packed with sights to see.”

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Private Sightseeing Boat Trip on Lake Thun, Interlaken - Getting started at Beir Säge in Sigriswil (and what 1 hour really means)
Cruises & Boat Tours, Harder Kulm, Lake Brienz & Lake Thun, Lake Lucerne Cruises, Private, Tour Reviews, Zurich City Sightseeing Tours

Private Sightseeing Boat Trip on Lake Thun, Interlaken

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