Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel
Overview
This chocolate-making workshop offers a unique blend of tradition, craftsmanship, and indulgence in the heart of the Swiss countryside. The experience is immersive and hands-on, allowing you to delve into the artistry behind Swiss chocolate, from the origins of cacao beans to the delicate processes.
The workshop has an educational and sensory-rich flavor—not only will you taste and create chocolate, but you’ll also develop a deep appreciation for the Swiss chocolate legacy. The intimate setting in Bubendorf, surrounded by scenic landscapes, enhances the experience, making it a perfect mix of luxury, history, and hands-on fun.
You'll leave with more than just handcrafted chocolates; you'll take home a taste of Switzerland’s world-famous chocolate heritage, making this a memorable and flavorful adventure that excites the senses and satisfies the sweet tooth.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Making of bean to bar chocolates
- An expert chocolatier
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Burgweg 7
4058 Basel, 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
You will participate in a chocolate-making workshop where you will learn the in-depth processes of Swiss chocolate making, its origin, and how Switzerland became an icon for Milk chocolates. You will first taste a variety of raw cacao beans to understand the different flavors of each bean that the chocolatier uses; you will then be explained the processes from bean to bar, then they'll be a demonstration of how ganache is made to fill your high-quality truffles, afterward, you will go ahead and be making your chocolate bars from bean to bar.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-201173P110
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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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 (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water.
- Making of bean to bar chocolates.
- An expert chocolatier.
- 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 Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Making of bean to bar chocolates
- An expert chocolatier
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
