Gruyères Castle, Cheese, and Chocolate Tour | From Zurich
Overview
A true treat for the senses, this cheese, and chocolate escapade lifts the curtain on the backstage world of cheese and chocolate production in Switzerland. Our adventure begins in the medieval village of Gruyères, famed for the nutty, semi-hard cheese which shares its name. Discover ramshackle 15th-century homes, meandering cobblestone alleys, and one of Switzerland's crowning glory: the magnificent Castle of Gruyères. Treat your tastebuds to a local dairy, where highly-skilled cheesemakers will teach us how to make Gruyères. Sample the iconic cheese fresh from the wheel, and discover the rich history behind the recipe. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a visit to the legendary Cailler Factory, the birthplace of Swiss chocolate. Discover why Cailler chocolate is considered the creamiest in Europe, and watch chocolatiers practicing their art.
What's Included
- Standard Rail Pass
- Chocolate Factory Visit
- Gruyères Cheese Factory Visit
- Château de Gruyères Entrance Ticket
- Local guide
- Raclette or fondue lunch in Gruyères
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Bahnhofplatz
8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Zurich
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
La Gruyere
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Gruyeres
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Broc
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Zurich
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Standard Rail Pass.
- Chocolate Factory Visit.
- Gruyères Cheese Factory Visit.
- Château de Gruyères Entrance Ticket.
- Local guide.
- Raclette or fondue lunch in Gruyères.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Gruyères Castle, Cheese, and Chocolate Tour | From Zurich is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gruyères Castle, Cheese, and Chocolate Tour | From Zurich will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Zurich. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Standard Rail Pass
- Chocolate Factory Visit
- Gruyères Cheese Factory Visit
- Château de Gruyères Entrance Ticket
- Local guide
- Raclette or fondue lunch in Gruyères
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
