From Zurich: Take the train to St. Gallen and Appenzell for culture, cheese, and beer
Discover the Abbey Library of St. Gallen, the village of Appenzell, and the Appenzell cheese dairy on a guided tour. You’ll travel through Eastern Switzerland by train, mountain railway, and public transport.
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Tour stops
7 stops
You’ll meet your guide at Zurich Main Station and take the train to St. Gallen.
Discover ZurichYou’ll visit the cathedral in the Abbey District on a guided tour.
You’ll visit the Abbey Library of Saint Gall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You’ll visit Locher Brewery, where you can sample the beer.
You’ll return by public transport to the meeting point at Zurich Main Station.
Discover Zurich
Highlights
- Visit the Stiftsbibliothek in St. Gallen, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Explore St. Gallen Cathedral on a guided tour
- Ride the Mühleggbahn through St. Gallen
- Experience Appenzell with its colourful houses and local culture
- Visit the Appenzeller cheese dairy and enjoy a tasting
- Travel through Eastern Switzerland by train, bus, funicular, and cogwheel railway
- Enjoy the journey itself as part of the experience
Description
This guided day trip takes you through Eastern Switzerland using public transport. In St. Gallen, you'll explore the UNESCO World Heritage Abbey District, the St. Gallen Cathedral, and the famous Abbey Library.
Then you'll ride the Mühlegg funicular and continue towards Appenzell. Along the way, you'll visit a traditional cheese dairy and sample local cheese. In Appenzell, you can stroll through the old town with its brightly painted houses.
The tour combines culture, regional traditions, and scenic views with train journeys across Eastern Switzerland. You'll travel privately, accompanied by a local Swiss geographer. Optional lunch is available either in St. Gallen or at a rustic restaurant next to the cheese dairy.
Inclusions
Guided day trip using Switzerland's public transport
Geography expert Dave as your guide
Entry to cheese dairy including tasting
Entry to the Abbey Library (UNESCO World Heritage)
Adjustments to your interests and needs
Tickets for all trips on this tour
Catering
Meeting point
Zürich Hauptbahnhof (bitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter)
Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Important information
- Bring along comfortable shoes, a camera, and weather-appropriate clothing.
- If you don't have a Swiss Travel Pass and need help buying your ticket, the provider can assist you.
Provider
Operated by
Swiss D Tours
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