H.R. Giger Alien Museum, Gruyères & Chocolate tour from Geneva
Overview
ART. CASTLES. ALIENS. Discover the unexpected side of Switzerland on a small-group day trip from Geneva. Step inside H.R. Giger's surreal Alien universe, explore medieval Gruyères and its castle, then finish the day with Swiss chocolate at Maison Cailler.
Travel comfortably with a maximum of 6 guests and experience a side of Switzerland that goes far beyond mountains, cheese and postcard scenery. From Giger's extraordinary biomechanical art and iconic bar to one of Switzerland's most beautiful medieval villages, this is a day designed for travelers looking for something genuinely different.
Highlights:
- Discover the unexpected side of Switzerland on a day trip from Geneva
- Enter H.R. Giger's surreal world and discover the art behind Alien
- Step inside the extraordinary H.R. Giger Bar in medieval Gruyères
- Explore Gruyères village and its magnificent medieval castle
- End your journey with Swiss chocolate tasting at Maison Cailler
What's Included
- Admission to the Alien museum 12.5 Chf (if option selected)
- Admission to Gruyére castle 11 Eur(if option selected)
- Shared tours start with a minimum number of 3 passengers.
- Admission to Cailler chocolate factory and museum 17 Eur(if option selected))
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 60-minute private guided tour when option selected.
- 45-minute private guided tour when option selected
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Please, be ready at the lobby of your Hotel 10 minutes before start! For day of tour coordination, please provide a WhatsApp or iMessage number where you can be reached. WhatsApp is our preferred method of communication.
What To Expect
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Canton of Geneva (pass by)
Gruyeres
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
HR Giger Museum
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
HR Giger - Bar & Museum
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Gruyeres Castle
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Maison Cailler
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Canton of Geneva
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Please report if you have any allergies to food
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Activities are taking place mostly indoors, suitable for any weather conditions
- This tour will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Lactose free and gluten free food options are available in the area
- Tours with shared travel option will need a minimum of 3 participants to operate. In case of less participant numbers, travellers will be offered private option or alternative travel dates.
- Recommended for mature audiences
- Guided visits of the H.R. Giger Museum are subject to guide availability.
- We recommend booking at least 14 days in advance. Shorter-notice requests are welcome, but cannot be guaranteed.
- If a guide cannot be confirmed, your tour will still operate with standard H.R. Giger Museum admission included, and the price difference between your selected guided option and our Complete experience will be refunded
- Please, be ready at the lobby of your Hotel 10 minutes before start! For day of tour coordination, please provide a WhatsApp or iMessage number where you can be reached. WhatsApp is our preferred method of communication.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the H.R. Giger Alien Museum, Gruyères & Chocolate tour from Geneva?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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.
- Admission to the Alien museum 12.5 Chf (if option selected).
- Admission to Gruyére castle 11 Eur(if option selected).
- Shared tours start with a minimum number of 3 passengers.
- Admission to Cailler chocolate factory and museum 17 Eur(if option selected)).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- 60-minute private guided tour when option selected.
- 45-minute private guided tour when option selected.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the H.R. Giger Alien Museum, Gruyères & Chocolate tour from Geneva is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Please report if you have any allergies to food
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
- Admission to the Alien museum 12.5 Chf (if option selected)
- Admission to Gruyére castle 11 Eur(if option selected)
- Shared tours start with a minimum number of 3 passengers.
- Admission to Cailler chocolate factory and museum 17 Eur(if option selected))
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 60-minute private guided tour when option selected.
- 45-minute private guided tour when option selected
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Please report if you have any allergies to food
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Activities are taking place mostly indoors, suitable for any weather conditions
- This tour will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Lactose free and gluten free food options are available in the area
- Tours with shared travel option will need a minimum of 3 participants to operate. In case of less participant numbers, travellers will be offered private option or alternative travel dates.
- Recommended for mature audiences
- Guided visits of the H.R. Giger Museum are subject to guide availability.
- We recommend booking at least 14 days in advance. Shorter-notice requests are welcome, but cannot be guaranteed.
- If a guide cannot be confirmed, your tour will still operate with standard H.R. Giger Museum admission included, and the price difference between your selected guided option and our Complete experience will be refunded
- Please, be ready at the lobby of your Hotel 10 minutes before start! For day of tour coordination, please provide a WhatsApp or iMessage number where you can be reached. WhatsApp is our preferred method of communication.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
