Swiss Cheese & Chocolate Escape from Lucerne

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Embark on a day trip from Lucerne to Gruyeres and explore the best of Swiss culture and attractions. Visit a cheese factory, a chocolate museum, and an alien museum.

Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of Swiss cheese-making at a famous cheese factory
  • Learn about the history of Swiss chocolate and enjoy some tasty samples
  • Explore the mysteries of extraterrestrial life at the Alien Museum
  • Stop at several beautiful locations, such as the towns of Fribourg and Thun
  • Relax and take in the stunning Swiss landscape as you travel in comfort

Description

Join a private day trip from Lucerne to the charming medieval town of Gruyères — a true taste of Switzerland. Discover the secrets behind world-famous Swiss cheese and chocolate, explore a historic castle, and enjoy scenic stops along the way through the heart of the Swiss countryside. Begin your journey with a visit to a traditional cheese factory, where you can watch the art of cheesemaking and sample fresh local specialties. Continue to the renowned Maison Cailler chocolate museum, where the aroma of cocoa fills the air and you’ll learn the story of Switzerland’s sweetest tradition — with plenty of tasting opportunities, of course. After lunch, stroll through the cobbled streets of Gruyères and visit its majestic castle, offering breathtaking Alpine views. If you wish, step into the surreal world of the HR Giger Museum, dedicated to the creator of the Alien movie designs. On the return journey, enjoy photo stops in picturesque Swiss towns such as Fribourg, Thun, or Interlaken — each offering postcard-perfect scenery and authentic Swiss charm. A perfect blend of culture, flavor, and scenery — this is Switzerland at its best.

Includes

Visit to a famous cheese factory Tasting of local cheeses Exploration of a chocolate museum Tasty chocolate samples Admission to the Alien Museum Stops at picturesque towns like Fribourg, Thun, and Interlaken

Important Information

  • The entire trip lasts approximately 10 hours Comfortable transportation provided Stunning Swiss landscape views

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