Gruyère's Medieval Charm and Culinary Wonders
- 6 hours
- Day Trips
- Geneva
Your local for this experience
Experience hosted by Anna
- Private Tour
- Carbon Neutral
- Destination
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Category
- Day Trips
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Transport mode
- Public Transport
- Available languages
- English, Español, Русский
- Included
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- Private guide
- Pick-up Included
- Excluded
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- Transport tickets
- Entrance tickets
- Lunch in a restaurant
6 reasons to book this tour
- Have a nice walk through the medieval town of Gruyere
- Visit a Gruyere cheese factory
- Get to know how and when cheese appeared in Switzerland
- Visit the famous Giger’s Bar, designed by Hans Giger
- Enjoy the short yet beautiful hike around Gruyere castle
- Visit the famous 13th century Gruyere castle (optional)
What you can expect
Experience the enchanting charm of Gruyère, where medieval architecture meets vibrant Swiss culture. Far from a lifeless museum, Gruyère immerses you in the heart of ancient Switzerland with its melodic cow bells, lush green meadows, and the irresistible aroma of aromatic cheese.
What to Expect:
Scenic Stroll: Enjoy a delightful walk through the picturesque medieval town and around the 13th-century Gruyère Castle, offering breathtaking views.
Cheese Factory Visit: Discover the secrets of Gruyère cheese production at the local cheese factory. Savor three different varieties of this world-famous cheese.
Giger's Bar: Visit the unique Giger's Bar, designed by the renowned artist Hans Giger, creator of the iconic visuals for the movie “Aliens.”
Optional Lunch: For a truly immersive experience in this Swiss cheese paradise, I'll reserve a table at a local restaurant where you can indulge in the delectable and famous fondue.
Join ne for a journey through the rich history and flavors of Gruyère, and create unforgettable memories in this enchanting Swiss gem.
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with Anna.
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Meeting point
You will be picked up anywhere in Geneva. Your local host will contact you regarding the exact pickup point.
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Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
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Start at meeting point
I meet you at your hotel in Geneva or Lausanne and we’ll travel together to Gruyere by train -
The journey in Swiss train
Enjoy the panorama on pastoral Switzerland already from the famous Swiss train! -
Gruyere cheese Factory
On arriving we start our tour with visiting the Cheese Factory -
Gruyere town
After the factory we are heading to Gruyere town to discover it's treasures -
Giver’s bar visit
If you feel like, we may make a stop for a coffee in famous Giger's bar -
Small hike around Gruyere castle
Enjoy this nice escape with the views on Prealps -
Lunch at local restaurant
If you'd like, I can book a table in a local restaurant to taste the famous Swiss fondue (followed by a desert of heart-stopping merengues!) -
End of tour
I will accompany you to your accommodation and will share more recomendations of things to do for the rest of your stay -
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
I can personalize this tour for you
I can personalize this tour for you
- Tell me your preferred date and group size
- Tell me your preferences and wishes so I can customize the tour for you
- Wait for my personal offer in your inbox!
Flexible cancellation policy
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Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
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Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
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More about me
Hi! Thank you for clicking on my profile.
I am Anna and.. I am in love with Switzerland😊.
I live in Swiss Riviera region, surrounded by stunning landscapes and which has a rich cultural history. The combination of charming towns, breathtaking vineyards, and the picturesque Lake Geneva make it a truly special place. Therefore, apart from Geneva city, I invite you to discover such cities as Montreux, small charming town of Lavaux vineyards and Lausanne. Not suprisingly, this region attracted so many celebrities like Freddie Mercury, Coco Chanel, Igor Stravinsky, Audrey Hepburn, Charlie Chaplin and many others. All them were choosing this place for living. And I guess they had a good eye on the best! 😊
In my home country I obtained a diploms in Sociology and Marketing and then got an office job that provided me financially but didn’t give me the sense of living full live).
I started doing tours when I was living in Madrid, Spain. That’s when I realized that working with tourists is totally my thing. Each tour is unique and I am trying to adjust it in accordance with your wishes. Because I truly believe that every minute of your time with me during the tour must bring you maximum positive impressions!
Best regards,
Your Local Host & Friend
Anna
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