Fall for the Swiss flavors during this day tour and visit the charming medieval town of Gruyères
About the tour
The tour starts with a visit to a famous chocolate factory where you can enjoy the taste of Swiss Chocolate. Are you curious to find out how this delicious chocolate is made? You'll discover it during this tour!
After the visit to the chocolate factory, the guide takes you to the medieval town of Gruyères in the Swiss canton of Fribourg. The city lends its name to the region la Gruyère and the delicious cheese of the same name. Admire the Swiss countryside from this town with the vast green fields, cows and mountains. Later on the day you'll visit the famous cheese factory Maison du Gruyères, where you can learn more about the town and the production and history of the famous cheese. The cheese tasting takes place in a typical Swiss chalet on the Moléson Mountain, enjoy a delicious fondue!
In the afternoon there is plenty of free time which you can spend in Gruyères. Go for a walk, buy a souvenir in one of the local shops or grab a delicacy. At the foot of the Pre-Alps you can admire the picturesque architecture of the Middle Ages which hasn't been affected by the passing of time.
Finally, you can relax in the famous Golden Pass train and enjoy the breathtaking view over Lake Leman and the beautiful surrounding mountains.
Why buy online tickets?
- It’s fast, easy and you get the best price
- Your spot is guaranteed, experience a hassle-free trip
- You will receive your voucher by e-mail, print the voucher and show it at the start of the tour
The ticket includes
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Transport during the tour
- Visit and tasting chocolate factory
- Visit and tasting cheese factory
- Visit of the medieval village of Gruyeres
- Golden Pass train
Important information
- Availability: in October the tour departs on Fridays and Sundays. The tour departs on Tuesday, Fridays and Sundays from May to September
- Departure time: the tour departs at 8:15 AM
- Duration: approx. 11 hours
- There is a special price for children aged 4 to 12. Children under the age of 4 can join for free
- Make sure to be present at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour
- Meeting point: Bus station: Place Dorciere - 1201 Geneva
Please contact us if you have questions. We are more than happy to help you!
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