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Gruyères Castle Cheese and Chocolate Luxury Private Tour

3 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 3 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
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| Zurich, Switzerland
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On average, this is booked 21 (0) days in advance.
9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience the essence of Swiss cuisine and culture on this exclusive full-day tour, complete with a luxury transportation from your Zurich hotel for a seamless journey. Dive deep into the world of Swiss cheese at La Maison Gruyères, explore the historic Gruyères Castle, and indulge your taste buds at Maison Cailler, where you’ll have the opportunity to craft your own truffle selection, adding a personal touch to your Swiss culinary adventure.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch - Raclette or fondue
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Zurich

we will pick you at your hotel with a luxury Mercedez-benz V Class. Here start our trip to Gruyere
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

La Gruyere

The cheese factory - La Maison du Gruyères, Under the watchful eyes of visitors the masters cheese-makers and their team produce up to 48 wheels of Gruyère a day, observing the stingent AOP (appellation d’origine protégée) specifications.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Gruyeres

A picture-perfect medieval town on a small hill with a castle and three totally different museums: In Gruyères, 800-year-old regional history and culture meet Oscar-winning aliens and Buddhist sculptures. The historical town of Gruyères, Greyerz in German, has preserved its Medieval character up until today.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Broc

Our next stop is at MAISON CAILLER - Chocolate Factory. This legendary cocoa wonderland was created by the grandfather of Swiss chocolate, François-Louis Cailler, whose secret ingredients remain in use today. His iconic chocolate is famous for its rich, creamy flavor, achieved by using condensed milk rather than the standard milk powder used in most other brands. Cailler’s unique museum leads you through the history of chocolate, from Aztec cocoa ceremonies to the innovative chocolate-making processes of today. Find out how we use exquisite cocoa beans and high-quality ingredients to make the finest chocolates.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Zurich

After an amazing day with cheese and chocolate we will drive back to zurich.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gruyères Castle Cheese and Chocolate Luxury Private Tour?

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). 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gruyères Castle Cheese and Chocolate Luxury Private Tour?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • In-person: Spanish.
  • In-person: English.
  • Cheese factory and Cailler factory entry tickets.
  • In-person: Portuguese.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch - Raclette or fondue.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Gruyères Castle Cheese and Chocolate Luxury Private Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gruyères Castle Cheese and Chocolate Luxury Private Tour 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once 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 2026

What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • In-person: Spanish
  • In-person: English
  • Cheese factory and Cailler factory entry tickets
  • In-person: Portuguese
  • Lunch - Raclette or fondue

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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