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Swiss Cheese, Chocolates and Mountains Small-Group Tour from Zurich

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Zurich, Switzerland

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11 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Venture to the Heidi-like region of eastern Switzerland on this full day guided coach tour from Zurich. Discover the secrets behind Switzerland's famous cheese and chocolate! Trace the path of raw milk from grazing cows on lush meadows to the production at the Appenzeller show dairy and a boutique chocolate manufacture. Take in fascinating mountain views on an aerial cable car ride to the top of Hoher Kasten and learn about local customs on a guided stroll through the charming village of Appenzell, where old traditions are still alive. Even better, you'll travel in a personalized small group with a maximum of 16 people!

What's Included

  • Small group of max. 16 guests
  • Visit to Appenzeller diary including museum and cheese tasting
  • Aerial cable car ride up to Mt. Hoher Kasten with its revolving restaurant and breath-taking views
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Sihlquai Coach Parking
Limmatstrasse, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Zurich (Pass By)

Depart from central Zurich (Sihlquai Bus Station) in an air-conditioned minivan and set out on a scenic drive along beautiful Lake Zürich via the City of Rapperswil with its medieval castle to the gently rolling hills of the Appenzellerland with photo stops en route.
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Stein

Discover a typically Swiss farm and taste a glass of fresh cow milk.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Appenzeller Schaukaserei

Find out how natural Swiss milk and herbs are turned into Switzerland's tangiest cheese at the Appenzeller show dairy in Stein AR. Marvel at the imposing cellar storing up to 12,500 wheels of cheese and try to guess the top secret ingredients of the world-famous Appenzeller cheese during a cheese tasting.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hoher Kasten

Your tour continues to the village of Brulisau where you'll board the aerial cable car to the panoramic Mt. Hoher Kasten. At 6,000 feet (1,800 meters), enjoy breathtaking views over the Rhine Valley and Austria's Voralberg region. Go for a walk through the Alpine Garden or enjoy lunch at the spectacular revolving mountain restaurant (not included).
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Appenzellerland Tourismus AI

Follow your tour guide on a walk through the quaint village of Appenzell and learn about the ancient traditions and customs of this region while browsing local specialty shops in the pedestrian zone with its decoratively painted wooden facades.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Appenzell

Visit a boutique chocolate manufacture and follow the Maître Chocolatier's explanation of the artisan craft of chocolate making before indulging your senses during a chocolate tasting.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Appenzell

Stroll through the town with your tour guide and learn about local customs and women's voting rights in Switzerland for around 15 minutes. Enjoy the remaining time to continue exploring the charming village of Appenzell at your own pace.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zurich (Pass By)

After a great day, we will drop you off again in Zurich, where the tour started.
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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not suitable for infants under 6 years, exceptions only on request.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Swiss Cheese, Chocolates and Mountains Small-Group Tour from Zurich?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Small group of max. 16 guests
  • Visit to Appenzeller diary including museum and cheese tasting
  • Aerial cable car ride up to Mt. Hoher Kasten with its revolving restaurant and breath-taking views
  • Transportation in comfortable Mercedes minibus with AC and free WIFI
  • Goodie bag with typical Swiss products from each visited attraction (worth CHF 40.-)
  • Visit of a typical Swiss dairy farm
  • Visit of a boutique Chocolate Manufacture, chocolate tasting included
  • Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
  • Guided walk through the charming and traditional village of Appenzell
  • Full guided tour by professional multilingual guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not suitable for infants under 6 years, exceptions only on request.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free cancellation
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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