Emmental Countryside & Cheese Experience - Private Trip from Interlaken

Cheese tasting

Emmental cheese selection

Emmental Show Dairy Restaurant

Family at Emmental Show Dairy

Guided tour of the Emmental show dairy

Main building of the Emmental show dairy

Information

Interlaken Affoltern im Emmental Interlaken
8 hours
Private driver with local expertise
Free cancellation up to 48 hours
Language - English (other languages upon request SP, PT, IT, FR, DE)
Advance booking period: 2 days
Seasonal availability: Year-round

Highlights

Explore the heritage of Emmentaler AOP on a private guided visit
Discover historic dairies and centuries of cheesemaking tradition
Enjoy a tasting of Emmentaler cheeses at different stages of maturity
Create your own artisanal cream cheese with a master cheesemaker
Take in panoramic views of the Emmental countryside

Description

Discover the heart of Swiss cheesemaking on a private full-day excursion from Interlaken to the Emmental region, one of Switzerland’s most celebrated culinary regions.

Depart Interlaken and journey from the dramatic landscapes of the Bernese Oberland into the gentle hills of the Emmental region, where centuries-old cheesemaking traditions continue to thrive. Upon arrival at the Emmentaler Cheese Village, enjoy a private guided visit exploring the heritage and craftsmanship behind Emmentaler AOP cheese. Discover a historic herdsman’s cottage dating from 1741 and a traditional cheese dairy from 1900 before experiencing the King’s Way, an interactive exhibition that brings the story of this iconic Swiss specialty to life.

A tasting of Emmentaler AOP cheeses provides the perfect finale to the visit, revealing the depth, character, and complexity that have earned this cheese international acclaim.

The experience continues with a hands-on cream cheese workshop led by an experienced cheesemaker. Learn traditional techniques and create your own artisanal cream cheese before receiving a beautifully packaged heart-shaped cheese to take home.

Before returning to Interlaken, enjoy panoramic views of the Emmental landscape from the official Grand Tour of Switzerland photo point, browse the cheese shop, or relax in the peaceful rural surroundings.

Return to Interlaken through the scenic countryside with a deeper appreciation for the traditions, craftsmanship, and flavors that continue to define the Emmental region today.