Gruyères-Golden From Lausanne

General information

Destination	Category
Geneva, Switzerland	Sightseeing Tours

Program details

There is no better temptation than chocolate smell ! Journey through chocolate tradition with tasting the most famous of Swiss delicacies.Admire breathtaking landscapes of Gruyères. At the top of the hill, breathe pure mountain air and hear cowbells in the pasturelands. Enjoy authentic Alpine cheese making and suddenly become expert in (Swiss) cheese fondue by preparing it yourself.

After such an unforgettable experience, relax in a comfortable ride aboard the famous Golden Express train overlooking magnificent views over Lake Leman. At the end of the day, let's discover the ''1001 Secrets'' of wine producing and in a dreamland setting, may we share with you some local wine and a typical (Swiss) sausage.

A day full of taste and special feelings. Highlights: visit of the medieval village of Gruyères, castle of Gruyères, panoramic views over the Alps, Swiss typical costumes, visit of the chocolate factory, the Founding Fathers, chocolate smell, shapes, ingredients, metamorphosis, sampling, factory boutique, traditional Alps cheese making, cheese tasting, cheese museum, prepare and enjoy your own cheese fondue, golden pass panoramic train, superb landscapes: hills, pasturelands, wonderful views overlooking the lake, the most prestigious Swiss network, air-conditioned comfortable train, visit of a typical winery - Wine tasting or Swiss grape juice with sausage and cheese from Vaud.Magnificent views on vineyards overlooking the lake, lavaux, wine producing region classified by UNESCO among the wonders of our planet.

Meeting/ pick-up point: Place du Port.
Duration: Nine-and-a-half hours.
Start/opening time: From May to September on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. In October on Friday and Sunday. The departure is always at 09.45am.
End/closing time: At 6.00pm.
Languages: English.