Phototour Private Photoshoot in Interlaken & Lake Brienz and Thun

The best part of this experience is that it turns a short tour of the Interlaken area into a professional portrait session. Erich Häsler drives you between mountain viewpoints, lakeside settings, old villages, and town landmarks, using professional lighting to make the pictures look far better than ordinary holiday snapshots. Lake Brienz and Beatenberg provide the strongest backdrops, while the Tesla Model X keeps the ride private and emission-free.

I like the freedom to bring another outfit and change during the session, and I like that you receive more than 180 high-resolution photos rather than only a handful of edited images. The main consideration is price: $561.94 per group is a serious spend for roughly two hours, though it becomes more reasonable when divided among five people. Weather can also affect the mountain views, as even an excellent photographer cannot order the clouds to move.

Key details before you book

• Private Tesla Model X transport: Your group travels together in an emission-free car with oversized windows.
• Five scenic settings: The route includes Interlaken, Bönigen, Lake Thun near Neuhaus, Unterseen, and Beatenberg.
• Professional studio lighting outdoors: Erich Häsler brings lighting equipment for portraits, couples, and groups.
• More than 180 photos included: Images are delivered in high resolution through a Dropbox link.
• Flexible outfit planning: You can bring clothes and change during the session.
• Optional three-minute film: A short film costs an additional CHF 150.

A private photo day around Interlaken

This is not a standard sightseeing bus ride with a quick photo stop. It is a moving portrait session, with Erich Häsler choosing places that give you a good setting and then directing you into different poses. The drive between stops also becomes part of the experience, since you can ask questions about Interlaken and hear local information along the way.

You get the car and photographer to yourself, with a maximum group size of five. That matters if you want family photos without strangers in the frame, or if you need time to arrange a couple’s portrait. It also makes the experience easier for people who dislike posing in front of a crowd.

The tour lasts about two to two and a half hours. The listed stop times add up to about 90 minutes, leaving the rest for driving, changing clothes, arranging lighting, and moving between locations. Plan on a compact outing rather than a full-day tour.

The price is $561.94 per group. For one or two people, this is a luxury purchase. For five people, the cost works out to about $112 per person, before any currency conversion or additional purchase. The value depends on what you want from your Interlaken visit. If you only need a few casual snapshots, this is too much. If you want a large set of polished family, couple, or group photographs in several Swiss settings, the price makes more sense.

Interlaken’s meadow, Kursaalgarten, and Jungfrau view

The first stop puts you in central Interlaken, where a broad meadow opens toward the Jungfrau. This is one of the most useful places for a classic Interlaken portrait because it gives you space, mountain scenery, and a clear sense of location. With luck, paragliders may be landing in the area, adding a lively detail to the background.

The nearby Kursaalgarten gives the session a different look. You can pose near the statue of Bollywood filmmaker Chopra, then use the old Kursaal and its large fountain for more formal pictures. These details help keep the first part from becoming a single repeated mountain shot.

The stop lasts about 20 minutes, and no admission ticket is required. Erich also points out sights from the car, using the oversized windows to give you a broad view of Interlaken as you move through town.

A practical note: the Jungfrau view and paragliders depend on conditions and timing. Treat them as possible bonuses, not guaranteed features. The town itself still gives you fountains, gardens, architecture, and open space for portraits if the mountain is hidden.

Bönigen and the blue-green setting of Lake Brienz

Bönigen is the lakeside stop where the session becomes more scenic and relaxed. The photos can be taken beside Lake Brienz and possibly in the water, with mountains or the old village of Bönigen behind you. The combination gives you several styles in one place: formal portraits by the shore, casual couple photos, and group pictures with the lake filling the frame.

Erich brings professional studio lighting equipment here. That is a useful detail, not just a technical extra. Outdoor light can be harsh or uneven, especially near reflective water. Added lighting helps keep faces clear and gives the photographs a more polished finish.

In Bönigen’s center, you see several-hundred-year-old houses and a fountain. This gives you an old-village setting without leaving the main route. I like the contrast: the lake photos show the scale of the Bernese Alps, while the fountain and old houses make the pictures feel tied to a real community.

The stop is scheduled for about 20 minutes. That is enough for several setups, but not an unlimited fashion shoot. If you want to change clothes, tell the photographer early so the timing does not catch you by surprise. The ability to bring a second outfit is one of the better features of this experience, but the schedule still requires some discipline.

Lake Thun at Neuhaus and the Niesen backdrop

At Neuhaus, near the Lake Thun boat station, the view changes again. The pyramid-shaped Niesen gives the background a distinct profile, and the area sits at the edge of a nature reserve. The lake, mountain, and open Alpine setting make this a strong place for individual portraits and couple shots.

You can expect Erich to work through several poses rather than taking one quick picture and moving on. That is especially useful if you are not comfortable in front of a camera. A professional photographer can adjust the arrangement of a group or suggest a position that makes better use of the mountain behind you.

The stop lasts about 20 minutes. The boat station gives the place a clear connection to the lake, but this is still an outdoor session, so the exact feel will depend on weather and light. The description promises views of the Alps, but mountain visibility can change quickly.

Neuhaus is also a good reason to choose this tour instead of booking a photoshoot only in central Interlaken. You get two different lakes and two different mountain profiles during a short private outing.

Five minutes in old Unterseen

The brief stop in downtown Unterseen is only about five minutes, so keep your expectations in check. This is a quick architectural setting, not a long walking tour. Unterseen is described as the oldest city on the Aare, with houses more than 500 years old, a village fountain, and an old church.

Those details add variety to the final collection of pictures. After the wide lake views, you get closer scenes with stone, timber, a fountain, and an older town center. The short timing means Erich will need to work quickly, but a compact stop can be enough for a few memorable frames.

You should not book this experience mainly for the history of Unterseen. The focus is photography, with local information offered during the ride. Think of the old town as a useful backdrop within a larger route.

Beatenberg and the high mountain finish

The final major stop is Beatenberg, reached after a 20-minute climb of about 500 meters in altitude. The setting is described as idyllic, with views toward the highest mountains of the Bernese Oberland. This is the stop most likely to give your photographs a high Alpine feel.

You get about 25 minutes here for more professional pictures and different poses. The extra height creates a clear change from the lakeside locations below. If the sky is open, Beatenberg can provide the strongest closing images of the session.

The drawback is the same as the attraction: mountain views rely on visibility. Cloud can reduce the effect, and the schedule does not leave time for a long wait for perfect conditions. The previous experience in poor weather shows the practical point here: good planning helps, but flexibility matters. Even when the weather is not ideal, the photographer can still work with nearby settings and portraits.

What you actually receive after the shoot

The package includes more than 180 photos in high resolution, with files listed at 50 megapixels. They are developed and sent through a Dropbox link. That is a substantial number of images for a two-hour session, especially if you want a mixture of group, couple, and individual pictures.

A large collection gives you options. You can choose images for a wall, a photo book, a holiday card, or private sharing. It also means you should expect some variation in poses and expressions rather than 180 completely different locations.

The optional short film is about three minutes and costs an additional CHF 150. It is not included in the main price, so decide before booking if moving footage matters to you. The included package is still focused on photographs, not video.

The photographer’s equipment is another practical benefit. Professional lighting can make a difference in shaded areas, beside water, or when the sky is bright behind you. You are not simply handing a phone to a stranger and hoping for the best.

Timing, transport, and practical planning

Pickup is offered, and the experience ends back at the meeting point. The tour operates daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The exact start time matters because light changes through the day, especially at the lakes and higher viewpoints.

You should arrive ready to begin, with any second outfit easy to reach. Changing clothes is allowed, but the schedule includes several stops and driving time. Good planning will give you more camera time.

The Tesla Model X is used for private transportation and is described as emission-free, with no CO2 emissions. The oversized windows are useful during the sightseeing portions of the ride, though the main reason to value the car is privacy and easy movement between locations.

The activity is near public transportation, and most people can participate. It is a private activity, so only your group takes part. Confirmation is provided at booking. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes made inside that window are not accepted.

Who will get the most from this photoshoot

I would look first at this experience if you are celebrating a couple’s trip, a family visit, an engagement, a birthday, or a special holiday in Switzerland. The mix of portraits, lakes, old buildings, and high mountain views gives you more variety than a single-location session.

It also suits a group of up to five people. A larger family may find the limit restrictive, while a small group can share the cost and receive a broad collection of photographs. The private format is helpful if some people need more direction or if you want to change the pace without keeping up with strangers.

This is less suitable if you want a long cultural tour, a hike, or a relaxed day with no fixed schedule. You will spend much of the time posing, moving, and preparing for the next setting. The local information is a useful extra, but photography is the main event.

The strongest praise goes to Erich’s choice of good photo spots and his ability to explain the area. That combination is important. You get the eye of a local photographer, not just transport to a viewpoint. Even poor weather does not automatically ruin the session, though clear mountain views remain a major part of the appeal.

Should you book it?

Book this photoshoot if you want professional memories of Interlaken and are willing to pay for privacy, equipment, transport, and a large set of finished images. It is especially good value for a group of up to five, or for anyone who would otherwise need to arrange a separate photographer and transportation.

Skip it if your main goal is inexpensive sightseeing or a quiet walk beside the lakes. At $561.94 per group, this is a planned splurge, not a casual add-on. For a milestone trip, the route through Interlaken, Bönigen, Lake Thun, Unterseen, and Beatenberg gives you a strong range of Swiss backdrops in one compact session.

FAQ

How long does the photoshoot last?

The experience lasts approximately two to two and a half hours.

How many people can join?

The private group can include up to five people.

Who is the photographer?

The photographer is Erich Häsler.

What locations are included?

The route includes Interlaken, Bönigen and Lake Brienz, Neuhaus on Lake Thun, downtown Unterseen, and Beatenberg.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Private transportation in a Tesla Model X is included, and pickup is offered.

Are the photos included in the price?

Yes. The package includes professional photos developed and sent through a Dropbox link.

How many photos will I receive?

You will receive more than 180 high-resolution photos, listed at 50 megapixels.

Can I change clothes during the session?

Yes. You may bring clothes and change during the photoshoot.

Is the short film included?

No. A short film of approximately three minutes costs an additional CHF 150.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted, and the amount paid is not refunded.