Gruyere Village Historic Full Day Tour
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance tickets
Meals, but in the village there are restaurants where you can taste the local products.
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Gruyere Village Historic Full Day Tour
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Interesting and informational tour
Jeffrey C,Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was very enjoyable and informational as well. If you’re a chocolate and cheese lover, this trip is definitely for you. If not, you will still learn something from this trip. My tour driver John was very friendly and engaging as he shared a good history of the places we visited. He made the entire trip interesting so there was not a boring moment.
Perfect day in Gruyere
Rachel B,Oct 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The perfect day in Gruyere! All the sights in the historic village + cheese tasting at a local production facility and of course the most amazing chocolate tour and tasting. The tour company was amazing and super accommodating. Definitely recommend to any visitors
One of the most beautiful places in Switzerland!
Ioannis K,Sep 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent about two weeks in Switzerland but this must have been the highlight of the trip! First we did the wine shops tour and because our guide was awesome we wanted to have another trip so we chose the Gruyère village. Amazing place we highly recommend it to try all the local products and get mesmerized by the scenic views!
Chocalate day!
Poly P,Sep 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the trips I took in August, during my vacation in Switzerland, was to the famous region of Gruyères. We started with a visit to the cheese dairy, where, despite the strong smell 😅, we were given cheese samples at the entrance. Next, we visited the chocolate factory, an experience that, as they say, is completely different from watching it on video and actually seeing it in person! We had an interactive tour of the factory and, at the end, we tasted countless chocolates 😅. The day ended with a visit to the impressive local castle, a stroll, and a meal in the village square. It was a full and very beautiful day, with the trip being very well organized!
From CHF 162.00
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