Cheese & Chocolate Tasting in Gruyères

Who does not know that the world’s tastiest cheese and chocolate exist in the heart of Europe – Switzerland.

Right in the middle of our ferry land, proudly sets the medieval town of Gruyères – the real homeland for Swiss cheese and chocolate.

Join AlpExcursion on a private gastronomical trip to unhide the secrets of Switzerland's most excellent products.

Whether you are based in Geneva, Bern, Basel or Zurich, our driver-guides cheerfully will greet you at the lobby of your hotel to head to this old but gold part of Switzerland.

The picturesque town of Gruyères preserved its authenticity from the Middle Ages.

Gruyères is considered to be one of the best places in Switzerland where one can spend a special day trip with family members, friends or beloved people.

Here are located the cheese and chocolate factories of La Maison du Gruyère and La Maison Cailler.

La Maison du Gruyère will uncover the secrets about the locally made cheese. Unveil the mystery of the finest products that can be found only in Switzerland by taking this tour. Before entering, you will be gifted three differently aged delicious pieces of cheese.

Also, you will have the opportunity to observe live cheesemakers while performing their duties.

Another interesting site one can relish a visit to Gruyères Castle (Chateau de Gruyères). It is proudly settled in the heart of the town dating back to the 13th century.

The pedestrian zone offers a tender stroll while taking you back in time through its cobblestones town and fountains.

Maison Cailler - the Swiss chocolate factory will take you on an informative journey through the history and originality of the Swiss chocolate. Immerse yourselves into the real and pure feeling of touching and witnessing the raw materials during the second part of the tour. At the end of the museum’s trip, you will be rewarded the chance of limitless sampling for chocolates. Delve into the most elegant sweet scent.

Being a child or an adult, do not miss the opportunity of creating your own chocolate or participating in one of the engaging workshops.

Your day won't be accomplished without enjoying the main dish in Swiss cuisine – Fondue. Set and relax in one of the chalet-style restaurants while being surrounded by rural and pure nature in the background.

Overall, your local driver-guide will return you to the initial meeting point.

The delicate Swiss treasures of cheese and chocolate are waiting to melt in your mouth. AlpExcursion.com is always at your disposal to give you this extraordinary experience.