From Zurich - Gruyères Castle, Cheese, and Chocolate Tasting Private Tour
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Duration: 11 hours
Departs: Zurich, Zurich
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Free cancellation
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
Cailler factory visit and chocolate tasting
Château de Gruyères visit
La Maison Gruyères cheese cellars view
La Maison Gruyères cheesemaking visit
Private local expert guide
Private transfers in Gruyères's region
Standard rail ticket (1st class ticket provided upon request)
What's Not Included
Raclette or fondue lunch in Gruyères
Traveler Information
- INFANT: Age: 0 - 5
- CHILD: Age: 6 - 15
- ADULT: Age: 16 - 99
Additional Info
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Face masks provided for travellers
- Face masks required for travellers in public areas
- Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
What To Expect
Zurich
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
La Gruyere
60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gruyeres
This stunning fortress dates back to the 13th century, and was once home to the notorious Counts of Gruyères. Now visitors can explore the castle's sordid history, and wander through treasure lined museum rooms and ancient ruins.
After the tour we will enjoy a quick lunch stop - but don’t fill up too much!
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Broc
This legendary cocoa wonderland was created by the grandfather of Swiss chocolate, François-Louis Cailler, whose secret ingredients remain in use today.
His iconic chocolate is famous for its rich, creamy flavor, achieved by using condensed milk rather than the standard milk powder used in most other brands.
Master chocolatiers will show you how to craft your own unique box of truffles, using foolproof ganache techniques. Take your chocolates home, or eat them on the train!
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
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