Cheese & Chocolate Tour with the Golden Express Train by Keytours

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Duration: 10h
Location: Gruyères, Switzerland | Gruyères, Switzerland


Category: Day Trips & Excursions

Highlights:
Tour of traditional Maison Cailler chocolate factory
Tasting at La Maison du Gruyère cheese factory
Plenty of free time to explore the charming Gruyères village
Lavaux Vineyard Terraces—a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Panoramic views on a scenic ride aboard the Golden Express

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Gruyères
Golden Express train tickets from Gruyères to Montreux
Wine tasting session
Cheese fondue and sausages
Refreshments
Roundtrip transportation to and from Geneva via air-conditioned coach

Description:

Capture the essence of Switzerland on a tour dedicated to Swiss delicacies. Taste 2 famous Swiss exports, chocolate and cheese, in the traditional village of Gruyères. Later, hop on board the Golden Express, where you can enjoy breathtaking lake and mountain views from your panoramic windows.

Your day starts as you head into the hills on your way to the tiny cheese-making village of Gruyères, with a stop en route at Broc. Here you visit the famous chocolate factory, Maison Cailler, where you can sample some of the finest Swiss chocolate and learn how it is made.

Breathe in the fresh mountain air and listen for the sound of cowbells tinkling in the distance. While in Gruyères, a visit to a cheese dairy is an absolute must. Taste Switzerland's best-known exports and to learn how to prepare a traditional cheese fondue.

In the afternoon, hop aboard the Golden Express and admire Switzerland's rolling hills and sparkling lakes as you make your way to Montreux. End your culinary exploration with a wine and grape juice tasting in a wine cellar. Enjoy Swiss sausage accompanied by a glass of wine before heading back on the scenic drive to Geneva.