Cecilia & RyanGrindelwald · Jun 17–22, 2026
Day 2 · June 18, 2026

Thursday

Adventure on First mountain

An early start is rewarded with the best views and shorter queues. A great day to spread out and build your own adventure.

The Plan

Today's SCHEDULE

  1. 7:45 AM
    Leave for First

    Park at Firstbahn AG.

    Dorfstrasse 187, 3818 Grindelwald
  2. 8:00 AM
    Purchase Group Tickets

    $109 for gondola, plus 2 activities

    Settle Your Portion of First Mountain >
  3. 8:15 AM
    Gondola to Grindelwald First.
  4. 8:25 AM
    Arrive at First Summit
  5. 8:30–9:00 AM
    First Cliff Walk

    45-meter suspension bridge built into the side of the cliff. Included in your gondola ticket.

    First Cliff Walk
  6. 9:00–11:00 AM
    Bachalpsee hike (roundtrip)

    Alpine lake that perfectly reflects the surrounding peaks.

    Bachalpsee hike (roundtrip)
  7. 11:00–11:15 AM
    Restroom / snack / regroup
  8. 11:15 AM
    Descent Part 1: First Flyer, First Glider, or Gondola

    Down to Schreckfeld. Get there early to avoid lines.

    Descent Part 1: First Flyer, First Glider, or Gondola
  9. 11:45 AM
    Descent Part 2: Mountain Cart or Gondola

    Down to Bort.

    Descent Part 2: Mountain Cart or Gondola
  10. 12:15 PM
    Descent Part 3: Trottibike or Gondola

    Down to Grindelwald.

    Descent Part 3: Trottibike or Gondola
  11. 12:45–1:00 PM
    Return to Grindelwald Village
  12. 1:00 PM
    Lunch. No group plans
  13. 4:30 PM
    Rest, explore, hang out
  14. 7:30 PM
    Dinner at Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof

    Fondue Chinoise for the whole group. A beloved Swiss tradition. RESERVATIONS FOR 20.

    Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof Settle Your Portion of the Group Dinner >Dinner at Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof
  15. 9:30 PM
    Game night at Orion Chalet
Pick Your

Thursday ACTIVITIES

First Summit activity & descent flow chart
First Summit — activities at the top, then choose your descent.
Cliff Walk

Cliff Walk

First

A thrilling, narrow walkway clinging to a sheer cliff face, leading to a 45-meter observation platform with stunning panoramic views of the Eiger, Wetterhorn, and Grindelwald valley.

Free
Bachalpsee & Flower Trail

Bachalpsee & Flower Trail

First

Walk from First to Bachalpsee lake (~1 hr each way). The lake perfectly reflects the surrounding peaks. Continue on the Flower Trail down to Bort — alpine wildflowers the whole way.

Free
First Flyer

First Flyer

First to Schreckfeld

A high-speed, giant zipline that allows up to four people to sit in secure harnesses and race parallel down an 800-meter steel cable from the First to Schreckfeld. 2 activitees are included in the group ticket. You can always pick a 3rd activity and pay extra!

$31
First Glider

First Glider

First

Whizz down from First to the Schreckfeld middle station at speeds of up to 84 km/h on an 800-metre steel cable. Up to four people start together on this giant zipline. 2 activities are included in the group ticket. You can always pick a 3rd activity and pay extra!

$31
Mountain Carts

Mountain Carts

First

Mountain Carts are fun for the whole family. The First cable car takes you to the starting point — then ride down quiet, paved roads to Bort. Helmets provided. Minimum height: 135 cm. 2 activites are included in the group ticket. You can always pick a 3rd activity and pay extra!

$21
Trottibike

Trottibike

Bort to Grindelwald

A unique kick-scooter/bicycle hybrid that coasts down paved and gravel roads from Bort to Grindelwald. The exhilarating 3 mile downhill descent typically takes 30–45 minutes. 2 activities are included in the group ticket. You can always pick a 3rd activity and pay extra!

$21
Budget

Costs for THE DAY

First Mountain - Gondola only
$76
First Mountain Activity Package
Includes gondola and 2 activities.
$109
Additional Activity
There are 3 activity opportunities as you descend the mountain, and 2 are included. If you'd like to select a third, it is an additional $21-$31 depending on the activity.
$21–$31
Dinner at Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof
Because our group is dining together, the restaurants are unable to process separate checks for each guest. Please follow this link to pay your share of the dinner. Chelsea will handle payment with the restaurant for the group.
Settle Your Portion of the Group Dinner >		$75
ATTIRE

What to WEAR

  • Base layerComfortable, moisture-wicking top. A t-shirt is fine for the valley but bring something warmer for the summit.
  • Mid layerFleece or light down jacket. The summit at 2,168 m can be 15–20°F colder than the village.
  • Outer layerWindproof shell or rain jacket. Mountain weather changes quickly — always pack one.
  • BottomsHiking trousers or comfortable jeans. Leggings are fine for a casual day.
  • FootwearSturdy walking shoes or light hiking boots. Trainers are fine for the Cliff Walk; proper footwear for the Bachalpsee hike.
  • AccessoriesSunscreen (UV is intense at altitude), sunglasses, a small backpack, hat.
  • EveningSmart casual for dinner — jeans and a nice top is perfect.