From Geneva: day trip to Gruyères, show dairy and chocolate factory
On this day trip, you will travel by minibus to the medieval town of Gruyères with its famous castle. You will also visit the Gruyère cheese dairy and the Cailler chocolate factory.
Tour stops
7 stops
Geneva Airport
Your excursion starts at the meeting point at Geneva Airport. From there, you’ll set off by minibus.
Gruyères Castle
At the very beginning of the excursion, you’ll visit the castle of the medieval town, which dates back to the 13th century.
Discover Gruyères CastleDemonstration dairy Maison du Gruyère
At a nearby dairy, you’ll learn how the famous Gruyère cheese is made.
Discover Cheese Dairy La Maison du GruyèreMaison Cailler Chocolate Factory
You’ll discover the Maison Cailler chocolate factory and have the opportunity to sample as much chocolate as you like.
Discover Maison CaillerGruyères
In Gruyères, you’ll have plenty of free time to explore the town and have lunch.
Discover GruyèresGeneva Airport
The return journey ends at the meeting point at Geneva Airport.
Highlights
- Ride along Lake Geneva to Gruyères
- Walk through Gruyères Castle, which dates back to the 13th century
- Visit the Maison du Gruyère show dairy
- Experience a tasting at the Maison Cailler chocolate factory
Description
You’ll enjoy a comfortable minibus ride along Lake Geneva all the way to Gruyères. At the start of the trip, you’ll visit the medieval town’s castle. Later, you’ll discover how the famous Gruyère cheese is made at a nearby cheese dairy.
You’ll also get to know the Maison Cailler chocolate factory and have the chance to sample as much chocolate as you like. In Gruyères itself, you’ll have plenty of free time to explore the town and enjoy a lunch.
The return trip concludes back at the meeting point.
Swiss Activities Tip
In Gruyères, the restaurant "les Remparts" on Rue du Bourg is very popular. It is open continuously every day and offers lovely outdoor seating in the summer.
Traveling with a wheelchair
- Gruyère Cheese Factory (La Maison du Gruyère): The exhibition is wheelchair accessible.
- Chocolate Factory (Maison Cailler): The tour is fully accessible.
- Gruyères Old Town: The streets are cobblestone but wheelchair friendly. People with disabilities can be dropped off near the entrance to the old town.
Inclusions
Day trip in a minibus
Driver Guide
Leisure in Gruyères
Visit Château de Gruyères
Visit Gruyère Cheese Factory
Visit Maison Cailler
Catering
Meeting point
Genf Flughafen, Route des Batailleux 3, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex
Route des Batailleux 3, Grand-Saconnex, Switzerland
Important information
- Minimum age: 12 years
- Maximum weight: 120 kg
Provider
Operated by
Helvetica Itinerantur
Verified provider