{"id":5603,"date":"2010-05-05T13:18:19","date_gmt":"2010-05-05T17:18:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?page_id=5603"},"modified":"2024-10-07T01:55:30","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T05:55:30","slug":"interlaken","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/switzerland-travel-tips\/interlaken\/","title":{"rendered":"Interlaken Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/interlakenguide.jpg\" alt=\"A rolling green mountainous landscape in Interlaken, Switzerland\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the beautiful Alps, Interlaken is a small town surrounded by towering mountains with a lake at each end (hence the name, which means \u201cbetween lakes\u201d). It\u2019s a wonderful spot for mountain-related sports and the beautiful scenery and the number of pubs make it a popular backpacker destination in the summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first settlement here was established in the Middle Ages. A monastery was built in 1133, with a nearby village being established shortly after. Over the centuries, the monastery prospered and its influence expanded over dozens of surrounding churches and villages. But it wasn\u2019t until around 1800 that the area gained popularity as a tourist destination after being painted by Swiss artists. When people saw how pretty it was, they started visiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Interlaken is still a small town so there\u2019s really not much to do here if you aren\u2019t spending time outdoors. You come here to be on the lake or in the mountains and bask in Switzerland\u2019s incredible beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide to Interlaken can help you plan your visit, save money, and ensure you make the most of your time here!<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_ed804b-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_ed804b-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_ed804b-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(60% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id5603_ed804b-ab > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_ed804b-ab > 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mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_7884ad-d8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_7884ad-d8\">Top 5 Things to See and Do in Interlaken<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/interlakenguide2.jpg\" alt=\"Red train climbing a dramatic incline with sharp mountain peaks in the background on the Jungfraujoch Railway in Interlaken, Switzerland\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Visit the St. Beatus Caves<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The St. Beatus Caves are a network of caves and tunnels above Lake Thun. Legend has it that St. Beatus took refuge in the caves in the 6th century and drove out the dragon that lived there. You can take guided tours of the caves and visit the little museum they have set up there. Open March-October, admission costs 15 CHF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. See the Giessbach Waterfalls<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Rent a bike and cycle to the beautiful cascading Giessbach Waterfalls. On your way back, ride around Lake Brienz for an added treat. You can rent a bike from Flying Wheels starting at 10 CHF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Tour the lakes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Interlaken is full of lakes (hence, the name). Spend a day at Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, or Aare River and swim, picnic, tan, hike the surrounding trails, or do one of the many water activities available to you. On a nice, hot day, there&#8217;s no place better place to be. Keep in mind the water is fairly cold!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Ride the Jungfraujoch Railway<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This mountain railway takes passengers up Kleine Scheidegg to the Jungfraujoch, the highest train station on the continent. The amount of snow in these mountains is just incredible, and the ride offers stunning views. A round-trip journey costs 211 CHF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Try an adventure sport<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Interlaken is filled with outdoor activities. Choose from hiking, rock climbing, and cycling to bungee jumping, skydiving, river rafting, and paragliding. This is a place to be active when you are traveling around Europe, especially during the summertime.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_d1c318-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_d1c318-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_d1c318-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_d1c318-d2 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_d1c318-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_d1c318-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_d1c318-d2 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"seedo\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_712527-04{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_712527-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_712527-04\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7d671ee0 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_8e99d6-f4\">Other Things to See and Do in Interlaken<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Visit the Weissenau Nature Preserve<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Weissenau Nature Preserve is a popular spot with locals and is home to over 200 bird species. It also has around 18 types of orchids. You can also find the ruins of Weissenau Castle in the reserve. This 13th-century castle was once home to the Freiherr of Weissenau before becoming a prison and eventually falling into disrepair in the 16th-century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Ride to Schynige Platte Railway<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in 1893, the train was originally steam-powered until 1914 when it became electrified. Today, you can ride in the original train cars for a scenic ride through the mountains, Thun and Brienz lakes, and alpine pastures. The journey takes about 1 hour and trains leave Wilderswil every 40 minutes. The last train from Schynige Platte is at 5:30pm and the train operates June-October. Tickets cost around 93 CHF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Enjoy the nightlife<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Interlaken is a big destination for backpackers to enjoy nature, relax, and drink huge steins of beer. During the summer, the town is booked up far in advance as people spend their days exploring the mountains and their nights exploring how much they can drink. Funny Farm is a hostel known for its bar, summertime bonfires, and Guinness tent. H\u00fcsi Bierhaus is one of the most popular bars in Interlaken. Johnny\u2019s Pub and Grill is always a good time, with live DJs and bands (plus it\u2019s open late if you want to party until sunrise).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Go for a wine tasting at Rebbau Genossenschaft Spiez<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Spiez is a charming town located along Lake Thun, known for its picturesque views and vineyards. Rebbau Genossenschaft Spiez is one of the highest vineyards north of the Alps. The vineyard has its own sensory adventure trail which includes stations where you can test your senses, view 60 different grape varieties in their Vine Garden, and enjoy a picnic. Opening hours vary by season so check the website for details. The standard wine tasting costs around 25 CHF and includes bread and local cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Walk across Sigriswil panoramic bridge<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This bridge is suspended 182 meters (597 feet) above the Gummischlucht gorge and is one of seven suspension bridges on the Lake Thun Panoramic Circular Trail (a breathtaking 56-kilometer\/35-mile hiking trail). The bridge is 340 meters (1,115 feet) long and the view of the gorge is beautiful. It costs 8 CHF for a day ticket, and the funds are used to maintain the bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Wander the Ballenberg Open-Air Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 1978, this open-air museum features one hundred traditional houses and buildings from all over Switzerland (they aren\u2019t replicas either; they were moved here from their original locations). The oldest house dates back to 1336 and there are secluded barbecue areas and picnic tables for taking a break. You can also check out handicraft demonstrations with locals (including cheesemaking demonstrations). There are also some farm animals here too that you can visit. Open April-October, it\u2019s a good family activity and costs 28 CHF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Immerse yourself in the world of Sherlock Holmes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The town of Meiringen is around 4.3 kilometers (2.5 miles) from Reichenbach Falls, where Sherlock Holmes fell to his death in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle\u2019s book, <em>The Final Problem<\/em>. Since its publication in 1893, visitors have arrived from around the world to see the famous waterfall. Today, the town has fully embraced Conan Doyle\u2019s famous detective, making it a fun and slightly quirky destination. The Sherlock Holmes Museum (5 CHF) is located inside an English church and chronicles the life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, as well as the fictional world of Sherlock Holmes. A life-size bronze statue of the detective can be found in the main square. If you look closely, there are clues about Holmes, and the books etched into the statue. Sherlock Lounge is a fun bar for drinks and live music. Ride up to Reichenbach Falls in a wooden funicular carriage for 12 CHF return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Do a Zipline<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Open from April-October, Seilpark is a ropes adventure park is filled with wooden bridges, Tarzan swings, and zip lines. They have nine different courses to pick from with a total of 160 tasks. It\u2019s 42 CHF for the day and includes equipment. There\u2019s a barbecue area if you want to bring your lunch and have a picnic too<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Go hiking<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>There are loads of free hiking trails around Interlaken. Trails run along lakesides leading to beautiful waterfalls, through serene nature reserves, and up to beautiful mountain summits. No matter your skill level, there are beautiful walking trails and hikes to enjoy. Harder Kulm is a steep 2.5-hour climb, but it\u2019s worth the climb for the views at the top. From there you can continue on towards Roteflue, through the woods and along the mountain ridgeline. In Jungfrau, there are several hikes that take you to viewpoints over the Aletsch Glacier (on a clear day, you can see all the way to the Vosges Mountains at the top).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Sample the local beers<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Interlaken is home to a few local breweries including Haarige Kuh Brauerei, Barrel Brauhaus and Brew Caf\u00e9, and Rugenbr\u00e4u. A couple of them offer brewery and distillery tours that take a couple of hours. On the tours, you learn about all the stages of production for beer and spirits. The Barrel Brauhaus one is a bit more expensive (39 CHF) but it includes a tasting of 4 beers and some light snacks. Prices start at 25 CHF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Explore Unspunnen Castle<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Just five minutes from Interlaken, the beautiful village of Wilderswil is home to the ruins of a 13th-century castle. The central round tower walls, some of the ring walls, and the two residential wings are still intact. There is also an observation point with lovely views of the village as well as the Jungfrau massif. If you have time, there\u2019s a little museum in Wilderswil called Rothenfluh that you can visit too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Take a quad bike tour<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Daniel\u2019s Fun Tours offers 8 different quad bike tours including a Lake Brienz tour and one of Interlaken. They even offer a winter one that includes a fondue meal. It\u2019s a great way to see the surrounding area. Prices start at 105 CFH.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on specific cities in Switzerland, check out these guides:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items5603_14f3bd-1d:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items5603_14f3bd-1d ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;column-gap:30px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items5603_14f3bd-1d ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:2px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items5603_14f3bd-1d .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:8px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items5603_14f3bd-1d ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap 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mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-5603_6406ad-69\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_circle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/switzerland-travel-tips\/bern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bern Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-5603_5cbeab-27 .kt-svg-icon-list-text 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mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-5603_f81f57-81\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_circle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/switzerland-travel-tips\/zurich\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zurich Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_f01da9-3e > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_f01da9-3e > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_f01da9-3e > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_f01da9-3e > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_f01da9-3e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_f01da9-3e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_f01da9-3e alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"safe\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b68a4ab2 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_c397ca-ee\">How to Stay Safe in Interlaken<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Interlaken is super safe and the risk of violent crime here is very low. It\u2019s such a small town that you\u2019re unlikely to experience any trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solo female travelers should feel safe here, though the standard precautions apply (don\u2019t leave your drink unattended at the bar, don\u2019t walk home alone at night if intoxicated, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning to go hiking, make sure you choose trails that meet your skill\/fitness level. This is not the time to try difficult trails for the first, especially if you plan to hike alone. Ask locals for advice on the best trails, wildlife concerns, and which ones may be closed at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to hike alone, be sure to let someone at your hostel or hotel know which trail you plan to do, especially if it is considered intermediate or difficult. This way, if something happens and you don\u2019t return, they know where to start looking for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While scams here are rare, if you\u2019re worried about getting ripped off you can read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/avoid-travel-scams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">common travel scams to avoid here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan on hiking or spending some time skiing in the mountains, pay careful attention to weather reports. Heed avalanche warnings, and stay off the trails if you\u2019re told to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience an emergency, dial 117.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always trust your gut instinct. Make copies of your personal documents, including your passport and ID. Forward your itinerary along to loved ones so they&#8217;ll know where you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important piece of advice I can offer is to purchase good travel insurance. Travel insurance protects you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It&#8217;s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I&#8217;ve had to use it many times in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"nm-sw-box\"><center><div class=\"safetywing-price-widget\" data-safetywingaffiliateid=\"24768462\"><\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/safetywing-static\/widget\/safetywing-price-widget.js\"><\/script><\/center><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_c0f4e9-e7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_c0f4e9-e7 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_c0f4e9-e7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_c0f4e9-e7 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_c0f4e9-e7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_c0f4e9-e7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_c0f4e9-e7 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"stay\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_9d386f-02 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_9d386f-02\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3c709811 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_4a6d2e-7e\">Where to Stay in Interlaken<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are a handful of hostels in Interlaken (although not all of them are open in winter months). Here are my recommended places to stay in Interlaken:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FLake-Lodge-Iseltwald%2FInterlaken%2F21617%3FdateFrom%3D2020-07-15%26dateTo%3D2020-07-16%26number_of_guests%3D1%26sc_pos%3D6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lake Lodge Iseltwald<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FBackpackers-Villa-Sonnenhof-Hostel-Interlaken%2FInterlaken%2F30745%3FdateFrom%3D2020-07-15%26dateTo%3D2020-07-16%26number_of_guests%3D1%26sc_pos%3D1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHappy-Inn-Lodge%2FInterlaken%2F3463%3FdateFrom%3D2020-07-15%26dateTo%3D2020-07-16%26number_of_guests%3D1%26sc_pos%3D2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Happy Inn Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FBalmers-Hostel%2FInterlaken%2F715%3FdateFrom%3D2020-07-15%26dateTo%3D2020-07-16%26number_of_guests%3D1%26sc_pos%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Balmers Hostel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FAlplodge%2FInterlaken%2F249%3FdateFrom%3D2020-07-15%26dateTo%3D2020-07-16%26number_of_guests%3D1%26sc_pos%3D5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alplodge<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_6542ec-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_6542ec-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_6542ec-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_6542ec-23 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_6542ec-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_6542ec-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_6542ec-23 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"costs\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_cd701a-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_cd701a-84\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d46fbf53 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_7fead7-17\">Interlaken Travel Costs<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/interlakenguide3.jpg\" alt=\"People walking around a street amongst wooden chalets with dramatic mountains rising up in the background in Interlaken, Switzerland\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_e8b624-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_e8b624-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_e8b624-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id5603_e8b624-b0 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_e8b624-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_e8b624-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_e8b624-b0 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_e0acd1-ea\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_e03c7c-3e\">Accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hostel dorms &#8211; 25-45 CHF per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hostel private rooms &#8211; 35-80 CHF per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget hotels &#8211; 70-120 CHF per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb private rooms &#8211; 75 CHF per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb apartments &#8211; 140 CHF per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Campsite &#8211; 30 CHF per night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_e6424e-c4\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_7f0b80-93\">Food<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sit-down restaurants &#8211; 20-50 CHF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Casual take-out places &#8211; 15-21 CHF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast food (think McDonald\u2019s) &#8211; 15 CHF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beer &#8211; 7 CHF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cappuccino\/latte &#8211; 6 CHF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groceries for a week &#8211; 100 CHF<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Try places like Layaly Beirut, and Xport pizzeria for meals that are under 20 CHF.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_4efbab-f5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_4efbab-f5 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_4efbab-f5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_4efbab-f5 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_4efbab-f5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_4efbab-f5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_4efbab-f5 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"budget\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_d2a8e3-65\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0a82afeb heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_8dc546-e2\">Interlaken Suggested Budgets<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)));}.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:100px;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:100%;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_689bc6-de > .kt-row-column-wrap > 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.aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_57b18b-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_57b18b-d7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_57b18b-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_57b18b-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_57b18b-d7\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_4922a1-ea\">Backpacker &#8211; 95 CHF Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re backpacking, this budget covers staying in a hostel dorm, cooking all of your meals, limiting your drinking, walking everywhere, and doing mostly free activities like hiking.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column5603_85cac4-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column5603_85cac4-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:2px solid 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.kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_85cac4-c1, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column5603_85cac4-c1:not(.specificity){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_85cac4-c1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_85cac4-c1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6c4832-db\">Midrange &#8211; 210 CHF Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A midrange budget covers a private Airbnb or private hostel room, eating out for a few meals, enjoying a few drinks, taking the taxi a few times, and doing some paid activities like rock climbing or paragliding.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_1033fd-8e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6e9d93-65\">Upscale &#8211; 400 CHF Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a \u201cluxury\u201d budget, you can stay in a hotel, eat out for all your meals, drink more, rent a car for day trips, and do whatever tours and activities you want. This is just the ground floor for luxury though!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_8d7859-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_8d7859-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_8d7859-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_8d7859-3f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_8d7859-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_8d7859-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_8d7859-3f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"saving\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_abe14f-7f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-425522ad heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_538c05-79, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_538c05-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_538c05-79\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_538c05-79 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_538c05-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_538c05-79\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_538c05-79 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_538c05-79\">Interlaken Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Interlaken is expensive but it\u2019s a popular backpacker\u2019s town so you can find lots of cheap things to do. Like everywhere in Switzerland, nature is free so if you stick to that, you can save a lot of money. Here are some other ways to save money in Interlaken:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bring a water bottle<\/strong> &#8211; The tap water here is safe to drink so bring a reusable water bottle to save money and reduce your plastic use. <a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/B0AY14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LifeStraw<\/a> is my go-to brand as their bottles have built-in filters to ensure your water is always clean and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Visit in the summer<\/strong> &#8211; During the summer, there are a lot of free activities to do here. There\u2019s hiking, climbing, running, swimming, going to the lakes, and much more. Switzerland is very expensive, so the best time to come is in the summer when you can enjoy the outdoors for free. Plus, Interlaken is small enough that you can pretty much walk everywhere!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay with a local<\/strong> &#8211; Couchsurfing is a service that lets travelers stay with locals for free. It was a lifesaver that allowed me to keep my costs down the most. Since a lot of travelers use this service, make your requests for hosts early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t drink (or limit your drinking)<\/strong> &#8211; Drinking is not cheap here. Skip the alcohol if you\u2019re on a budget! If you do drink, look for happy hours and drink at the hostels to save money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cook your meals<\/strong> &#8211; Cooking your own meals can save you a fortune. It\u2019s not glamorous, but it\u2019s affordable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take a free walking tour<\/strong> &#8211; In the summer, <em>Interlaken Walking Tours<\/em> offers free tours around town. You\u2019ll learn about the city and connect with a local guide who can answer all your questions. Just remember to tip at the end!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_4a6a43-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_4a6a43-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_4a6a43-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_4a6a43-e9 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_4a6a43-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_4a6a43-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_4a6a43-e9 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"getaround\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_20a6fd-eb\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4f458871 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_c117bc-be\">How to Get Around in Interlaken<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/interlakenguide4.jpg\" alt=\"A hotel on the edge of a bright blue lake surrounded by mountains in Interlaken, Switzerland\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Interlaken is small enough to walk or ride a bicycle anywhere you need to go. You don\u2019t need to pay for transportation around town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Public transportation<\/strong> &#8211; Interlaken has a public bus service with fares costsing around 2.30 CHF, however, there are only 5,000 people in town so you can easily walk everywhere without much effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bike<\/strong> &#8211; Biking is a fun way to get to know Interlaken. You can rent a bike from Flying Wheels starting at 19 CHF for one hour or 39 CHF for an entire day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taxi<\/strong> &#8211; Taxis here are expensive, costing 8 CHF to start and then 4 CHF per kilometer. Skip them to save your budget!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ridesharing<\/strong> &#8211; There are no ridesharing apps like Uber here (it\u2019s too small for them).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Car rental<\/strong> &#8211; Car rentals start around 40 CHF per day for a multi-day rental. You won\u2019t need a car to get around the city, though they can be helpful for exploring the region. Drivers need to be at least 21 years of age. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is required for non-European renters.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5603_4e1450-7f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5603_4e1450-7f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5603_4e1450-7f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5603_4e1450-7f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_4e1450-7f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5603_4e1450-7f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5603_4e1450-7f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"when\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5603_785735-81{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5603_785735-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5603_785735-81\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-92d7936f heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5603_6f8b8d-b2\">When to Go to Interlaken<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit Interlaken is between June and October when the weather is warm enough for exploring on foot, as well as adventure activities such as rock climbing, sailing, hiking, and cycling. During this time, temperatures average 20\u00b0C (68\u00b0F). This is the busiest time to visit Interlaken, so expect prices to be a little higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the summer, check out the Greenfield Festival in June for performances by rock bands from around the world. Free open-air concerts take place every Thursday night, and Thunerseespiele is another music festival that is not to be missed. August 1st is Swiss National Day, and the perfect time for watching folklore performances, alphorn blowing, yodeling, fireworks, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In winter, Interlaken can be quite cold, but the crowds are considerably thinner. Temperatures generally hover below freezing. In November and December, the Christmas market is open and filled with Swiss treats, handicrafts, and mulled wines. Touch the Mountains is the big New Year\u2019s festival with fireworks, open-air concerts, and Swiss performers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Harder-Potschete takes place on January 2nd. This is when the town is haunted by the Hardermannli (spirit for Harder Kulm mountain), his wife, and their children. There is a traditional procession and masked kids run around spreading terror.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"guide-block resources-block\"><h3 id=\"book\"><span>Interlaken Travel Guide: The Best Booking Resources<\/span><\/h3><p>These are my favorite companies to use when I travel. They consistently have the best deals, offer world-class customer service and great value, and overall, are better than their competitors. They are the companies I use the most and are always the starting point in my search for travel deals. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/214481\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Skyscanner<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Skyscanner is my favorite flight search engine. They search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites tend to miss. They are hands down the number one place to start.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hostelworld<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This is the best hostel accommodation site out there with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=362916\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Booking.com<\/a> &#8211; The best all around booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation. In all my tests, they\u2019ve always had the cheapest rates out of all the booking websites. <\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&#038;utm_medium=online_publisher&#038;placement=content-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Guide<\/a> &#8211; Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions. They have tons of tour options available in cities all around the world, including everything from cooking classes, walking tours, street art lessons, and more!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance?referenceID=24768462\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">SafetyWing<\/a> &#8211; Safety Wing offers convenient and affordable plans tailored to digital nomads and long-term travelers. They have cheap monthly plans, great customer service, and an easy-to-use claims process that makes it perfect for those on the road.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/mgXd1D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">LifeStraw<\/a> &#8211; My go-to company for reusable water bottles with built-in filters so you can ensure your drinking water is always clean and safe.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2045947&#038;u=1442001&#038;m=125871&#038;urllink=&#038;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Unbound Merino<\/a> &#8211; They make lightweight, durable, easy-to-clean travel clothing.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-travel-credit-cards\/\">Top Travel Credit Cards<\/a> &#8211; Points are the best way to cut down travel expenses. 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