Cheese & Chocolate Tasting in Gruyères - Private Experience from Grindelwald
Taste Switzerland’s Finest in Gruyères
Information
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Grindelwald Gruyères Grindelwald
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10 hours
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Private driver with local expertise
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Free cancellation up to 48 hours
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Language - English (other languages upon request SP, PT, IT, FR, DE)
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Advance booking period: 1 day
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Seasonal availability: Year-round
Highlights
- Scenic private drive from Crans-Montana through picturesque Swiss countryside to Gruyères
- Explore the traditional art of Swiss cheesemaking at La Maison du Gruyère, with tastings of aged Gruyère
- Wander the fairytale streets of medieval Gruyères, lined with charming cobblestone alleys
- Step inside the 13th-century Gruyères Castle and enjoy sweeping views of the valley
- Indulge in exquisite chocolate at Maison Cailler in Broc, Switzerland’s iconic chocolate brand
- Private, stress-free experience with a private driver ensuring comfort and convenience
Description
Delight your senses on a full-day private journey from Crans-Montana to the storybook region of Gruyères, guided by your private driver with local expertise. Sit back in a comfortable private vehicle and enjoy scenic views of alpine valleys, rolling hills, and traditional Swiss villages along the way.
Begin at La Maison du Gruyère, located at the foot of the medieval village. Learn the secrets of Gruyère AOP cheese on a guided tour and savor tastings of various aged varieties, discovering the rich flavor and character that make it a Swiss culinary treasure.
Next, explore the enchanting streets of medieval Gruyères. Stroll through cobblestone lanes lined with traditional architecture and visit the 13th-century Gruyères Castle. Admire its historic rooms, remarkable artwork, and panoramic views of the surrounding valley. Enjoy some free time to soak in the village’s charm or explore its local shops and cafés.
In the afternoon, continue to Broc for a visit to Maison Cailler, Switzerland’s oldest chocolate house. Experience the history of Swiss chocolate, watch the artisanal chocolate-making process, and indulge in generous tastings. An optional interactive chocolate workshop can be arranged for a hands-on experience.
After a day filled with cheese, chocolate, and Swiss alpine beauty, your driver will return you to Crans-Montana, completing a seamless and unforgettable gourmet adventure.
What is included / not included
Experience Includes
Meet & greet with hotel pick-up & drop-off
Private driver with local expertise
Modern vehicle with onboard Wi-Fi
Swiss alpine mineral water onboard
Audio-guided tour of La Maison du Gruyère
Self-guided tour of Maison Cailler
Audio-guided tour of the Gruyères Castle
Available Upon Request
Meals
Private guided tour of Gruyères Castle and medieval town
Visit to the H.R. Giger museum
Chocolate-making workshop at Maison Cailler (shared group experience)
This excursion is also available from
Geneva
Bern
Lausanne
Lucerne
Interlaken
Crans-Montana
Montreux
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