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Bern Small Group Day Trip from Lucerne With Emmental Dairy Visit

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Lucerne, Switzerland
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8 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Step back in time to medieval Switzerland and explore the country’s rural heartlands on this Bern day trip from Lucerne. Travel through the mountainous Entlebuch Valley — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — with your guide; visit the Kambly Experience to see how Switzerland’s finest biscuits are made; and explore Bern’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed Old Town. Then, gain insight into the ancient art of Emmental cheesemaking during a visit to a show dairy. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people.

What's Included

  • Transportation in a comfortable minibus with AC and free Wi-Fi
  • Emmentaler show dairy, including cheese tasting
  • Visit of a dairy farm with photo opportunities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Alpenquai
6005 Luzern, Switzerland

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Lucerne (pass by)

Hop aboard your air-conditioned minivan in central Lucerne and journey out into the countryside to begin your tour.
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UNESCO Biosphare Entlebuch (pass by)

Pass through Entlebuch Valley, a beautiful and scenic area that was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve for its moorlands and rich Alpine flora and fauna.
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Kambly Erlebnis

Head through Trubschachen in the Upper Emmental Valley and admire classic Swiss Alpine scenery such as crystal-clear streams and soaring, snow-capped mountains. Stop at the Kambly Experience — one of Switzerland’s biggest biscuit producers — and discover how the sweet treats are made. Enjoy a tasting session and sample several different biscuit varieties for yourself.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Bern

Continue on to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bern, the medieval capital of Switzerland. With pretty, red-roofed buildings and cobbled streets, Bern is considered by many to be Switzerland’s most attractive city.Explore Bern’s ancient Old Town with your guide and discover picturesque local landmarks including the 328-foot (100-meter) spire of Bern Minster. Discover top city attractions such as the imposing parliament building and the clock tower, and enjoy beautiful views over the Aare River. Afterward, enjoy a little free time in Bern to eat lunch (own expense) or shop for souvenirs.
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2 hours 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Emmentaler Schaukaeserei

Back aboard your minivan, continue into the heart of Emmental, a patchwork of lush pastureland and traditional dairy farms nestled deep in the Swiss countryside. Visit an Emmental dairy with your guide and watch as the various ingredients are worked over by hand, and discover how Emmentaler AOP is made. At the end of your tour, sample some of the deliciously nutty cheese. Continue to a nearby dairy farm for a photo stop before returning to Lucerne to enjoy the spectacular view of the green alpine pastures of the Emmental to the triple peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau on a clear day.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Lucerne (pass by)

After an exciting day, your guide will drop you off in Lucerne, at the same place where you have joined the tour.
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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not suitable for infants under 6 years, exceptions only on request.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bern Small Group Day Trip from Lucerne With Emmental Dairy Visit?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3885BERNE_LUC

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Transportation in a comfortable minibus with AC and free Wi-Fi
  • Emmentaler show dairy, including cheese tasting
  • Visit of a dairy farm with photo opportunities
  • Visit to Kambly Experience, including biscuit tasting with drink and biscuit samples
  • Small group experience (maximum 16 guests)
  • Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
  • Full guided tour by a professional English speaking driver-guide
  • Guided Old Town walk in Bern
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Additional Info

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not suitable for infants under 6 years, exceptions only on request.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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