Gruyere Village Historic Full Day Tour
Explore the Gruyères Castle offering a stunning views of the surrounding countryside which showcase the region's history. After visiting the castle, head to a nearby cheese factory where you can learn about the production process of Gruyère cheese, which the region is famous for. Witness firsthand how the cheese is made, from milk processing to aging. Then visit a chocolate factory in the area which Switzerland is renowned for its high-quality chocolate. Many chocolate factories offer guided tours where you can learn about the chocolate-making process, from bean to bar. Enjoy tasting various chocolate creations and perhaps even try your hand at making your own chocolate treats.
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Gruyere Village Historic Full Day Tour
What's included in Gruyere Village Historic Full Day Tour
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La Gruyere
Start your day by exploring the historic Gruyères Castle. Located in the charming medieval town of Gruyères in Switzerland, this castle dates back to the 13th century and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. You can tour the castle's interior, including its furnished rooms, halls, and exhibits that showcase the region's history. The travel time from meeting point to La Gruyere is approx. 2 hours.
Head to a nearby cheese factory to learn about the production process of Gruyère cheese, which the region is famous for. You can witness firsthand how the cheese is made, from milk processing to aging. The travel time from La Gruyere to La Maison du Gruyère is approximately 30 minutes.
To end your day on a sweet note, visit a chocolate factory in the area. Switzerland is renowned for its high-quality chocolate, and many chocolate factories offer guided tours where you can learn about the chocolate-making process, from bean to bar. Enjoy tasting various chocolate creations and perhaps even try your hand at making your own chocolate treats. The travel time from La Maison du Gruyère to Maison Cailler is approx. 30 minutes. And going back to approx. 2 hours
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance tickets
- Meals, but in the village there are restaurants where you can taste the local products.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The driver waits in front of the entrance of the aquarium. The driver holds a checklist with the logo of the company. Reaching the meeting point with metro line 2
