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Free cancellation available
The previous price was €255 and current price is €242 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Join The Gruyères Cheese & Chocolate Tour from Geneva, personally hosted by a local. With a maximum of 6 guests, this is an intimate experience designed for travellers who want more than a bus tour.

    Step away from the city and into the heart of Swiss tradition as you travel through the scenic countryside to Gruyères. Visit the renowned Gruyère cheese factory to discover how Switzerland’s iconic cheese is crafted, then enjoy authentic Swiss flavours in the medieval village. Explore the cobbled streets and the historic Gruyères Castle overlooking the valley.

    Continue to the famous Cailler chocolate factory for an immersive tasting experience that delights all ages.

    Relax in comfortable transport while your local host shares stories, culture, and insider insights throughout the day. A perfect blend of gastronomy, history, and Swiss alpine beauty, all in a small-group setting.

    Cheese. Chocolate. Gruyères. One unforgettable Swiss day.

Activity location

  • Geneva
    • Geneva, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Geneva
    • Geneva, Switzerland

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Make it Private I

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Essential Option: Admission tickets are not included to Cheese, chocolate factories or Castle. Perfect choice for those with Swiss Travel Pass
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€905.00 x 1 Adult€905.00
Total
Price is €905.00

Make it Private II

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Curated Option: Includes All Admission tickets to Gruyères Cheese, Cailler chocolate factory and Castle. For families or group of friends.
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€1,069.00 x 1 Adult€1,069.00
Total
Price is €1,069.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Headsets for the tours
  • Inclusions
    Shared tours start with a minimum number of 3 passengers.
  • Inclusions
    Admission to Cailler chocolate factory and museum 17CHF ( when option is selected)
  • Inclusions
    Admission to the Cheese factory 8CHF ( when option is selected)
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Admission to Gruyére castle 9CHF ( when option is selected)
  • Inclusions
    Child seats or booster seats on request
  • Inclusions
    Hotel Pick up and drop off from city centre Geneva
  • Exclusions
    LUNCH AT GRUYERE VILLAGE IS EXCLUDED
  • Exclusions
    Hotels outside Geneva are not included in the standard transfer service.

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour will have a maximum of 6 travellers
    • Lactose free and gluten free food options are available in the area
    • Activities are taking place mostly indoors, suitable for any weather conditions
    • 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.
    • for Hotel pickup and drop off outside the listed locations, an additional fee may apply
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Geneva

  • 1h 30m
Your Swiss adventure begins with convenient pickup directly from your hotel in Geneva. Settle into your comfortable vehicle and enjoy the journey towards Gruyère. Relax and enjoy the scenery, we’ll take care of the journey.

Lavaux Vineyard Terraces (Pass by)

Scenic Journey from Geneva to Gruyères Travel through some of Switzerland’s most breathtaking landscapes as you leave Geneva behind. Follow the shores of Lake Geneva, with sweeping views of the French Alps reflected in the water, before passing through the UNESCO-listed vineyards of Lavaux. Continue along the Riviera towns of Vevey and Montreux, known for their elegance and lakeside charm, before ascending towards the green rolling hills of the Canton of Fribourg, home of the legendary Gruyère cheese. A scenic introduction to the heart of Swiss countryside.

La Maison du Gruyère

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Arriving to La Maison du Gruyère, the birthplace of Switzerland’s most iconic cheese. Discover how authentic Gruyère AOP is crafted using traditional methods passed down through generations, from fresh Alpine milk to carefully aged wheels stored to perfection. Learn what makes the region’s milk so exceptional — shaped by mountain pastures, seasonal grazing, and strict quality standards. Conclude your visit with a guided tasting of Gruyère at different stages of maturation, experiencing how texture and flavour evolve over time.

Gruyeres

  • 1h
For lunch, savour a traditional Swiss fondue moitié-moitié prepared according to the standards perfected by Damien Raemy, world champion and master cheesemaker from Fribourg. Crafted from exceptional regional cheeses, this iconic Alpine dish captures the true essence of Swiss gastronomy — best enjoyed with panoramic views over the valley below.

Gruyeres Castle

  • 2h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Step back in time with a visit to the 800-year-old Gruyères Castle and its beautifully preserved medieval village. Wander along cobbled streets, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and take in sweeping views of the surrounding Alps as the gentle sound of cowbells echoes across the valley. Within the village, you may also visit the HR Giger Museum, dedicated to the visionary artist behind the Alien films. For the curious minds who loves art, visit the one and only exhibition of HR Giger, the creator of the Alien films. At the end of the tour, you can get comfortable in our spacious seats, and take a nap while we are heading back to your hotel!

Maison Cailler

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Continue to Maison Cailler, Switzerland’s oldest chocolate brand and one of the country’s most beloved producers. The immersive museum experience takes you on a journey through the history of chocolate from its origins in ancient Mesoamerica to the refinement of Swiss chocolate-making traditions. Discover the artistry and craftsmanship behind Cailler’s creations before entering the tasting room, where you can sample a variety of freshly crafted chocolates. A rich and indulgent experience that delights both devoted chocolate enthusiasts and curious travellers alike.

Geneva

  • 1h 30m
Comfortable Return to Geneva Relax on the scenic drive back to Geneva as you unwind after a full day of Swiss flavours and alpine beauty. Upon arrival, enjoy convenient drop-off directly at your hotel or accommodation, concluding your experience comfortably and stress-free.

Location

Activity location

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    Geneva
    • Geneva, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Geneva
    • Geneva, Switzerland

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