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    La Maison du Gruyère

    3.3 (26 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 6:30 pm

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    Museum
    Elizabeth P.

    You can tour the museum to see, smell, and hear (with English phones) how Gruyère cheese is made, along with some sample cheese! It was a fun little experience. There is also a souvenir shop you visit as well. We ate at the restaurant afterwards, and we were able to enjoy the wonderful views of Switzerland through the large windows. For food, we ordered the Risotto, Fondue moitié-moitié, Macaronis de chalet, and Meringues et crème double de la Gruyère for dessert. We tried a little bit of everything, and we took the rest in boxes to go. Our server was sweet, helpful, and patient with us, recommending their most popular dishes. The food tasted authentic, and I liked their wooden bowls and utensils. Overall, it was a pretty good experience!

    Jason J.

    Nice cheese factory tour. They give you a few pieces of cheese to try of various ages. Really interesting to learn of the history and process of cheese making.

    Dani S.

    It's ok. Nothing spectacular. I guess we were expecting a bit more instructions on how the cheese was made but didn't get much on that. The factory seems a bit boring. Overall it felt more like a tourist trap.

    Robyn P.

    We enjoyed this tour, because we had small children especially. Even as an adult, I learned a lot about cheese that I didn't know before. As others have referenced, the tour is geared more for children, but I found the process of cheese making pretty fascinating myself. They have a family rate for entrance, so this makes it more affordable to visit. One thing for sure: I will remember this tour everytime I eat cheese now :)

    Mel T.

    La Maison du Gruyere was a stop that was included in the Golden Pass Chocolate train tour. I have a feeling no one really comes here, aside from tour groups, because it's kind of terrible. It was way too crowded. I'm not sure if it was because they didn't anticipate that many tour groups coming in that day, but there was very little room to walk. Plus, the place is small. It felt like we were being herded like cattle - especially since you basically just walk along a wall with illustrations/pictures, while listening to an audio guide. And you should definitely take the audio guide. Otherwise, you will have absolutely no idea what is going on. The only two things I liked about this was the pack of cheese (three different ages of Gruyere) they give you at the beginning of the tour, and the cheese room, where you get to get a glimpse of the rooms where they store the cheese wheels.

    Yuuumm
    Vanessa D.

    Got free cheese at the start of the tour which was real cool. Definitely enjoyed the older aged cheese the most, never really knew the difference to that level. The museum/tour was okay. Bought fresh cheese for fondue which was RIVETING.

    Xiaojian D.

    A highly educational museum right outside of the main bus stop of town where you'll learn how Gruyère cheese is made. If you hear all the cowbells in the area and wonder what's up with that, you might want to come to this museum and learn how it all leads to Gruyère cheese. Oh, and they give you a sample to try. My favorite part of the museum is the beginning where you get to smell all the different herbs that the cows eat which contribute to the unique taste of Gruyère cheese. The museum tour was a little short though it's still a must see if you have a Swiss Travel Pass active that day since you'll get in FREE.

    Fondue
    Tina E.

    Fun place to visit. It was unfortunate that we missed the actual tour. The wait for the fondue was a little excessive, BUT the wait was worth it for the experience and the food was delish!!

    Carolen M.

    On our way out, we decided to stop by here before our trip to the Cailler factory. The tour was more pricey than anticipated so we just took a few photos of the hall of cheese and walked around the gift store. Otherwise, nothing too impressive except for the awesome smells of cheese :)

    Inside
    Hu K.

    It's a good place to stop by to take a photo and have the Gryere double cream dessert but for Fondue, I think it wasn't the best ... It was OK and the price was good. we ordered one (about 25 CHF) for 2 people and it was enough. Bread was very good though. My friend got Rosti but it wasn't any special so just stick to the fondue if you are going to eat something. You can see the cheese storage area where all cheese were being aged next to the restaurant.

    Yujin M.

    Is anyone *really* interested in how cheese is made? Even if you are, do you *really* want to learn from the pre-recorded voice of Cherry the Cow? I found it difficult to gauge the target demography of this museum. The rather ridiculous cow-guide and the little cheese quiz made me feel like it must have been designed at least in part with children in mind. On the other hand, the place was so darn uninteresting that it is difficult to imagine someone would have thought a child would enjoy it. But then again, maybe that's why it's so small--the entire museum was comprised basically of a cheese celler, a wall of information about what cows eat, an atrium-style cheese factory where you can look down on people making cheese and a restaurant/souvenir shop. There are plenty of gift shops and restaurants inside of the village, so I wouldn't waste too much time or stomach-space here. The entrance fee is CHF6.50 for adults, but you can pair it with the Chateau de Gruyeres entrance fee (separately CHF9.50) for CHF14.50.

    The Gruyere Fondue perfect for two
    Bonnie C.

    I loved the small village of Gruyere. After we walked through the small village we stopped in the cafe to try the Gruyere Fondue. The waitress said it was a portion for 1 person- so glad we only ordered 1 because it was plenty for 2 people. We also ordered a quiche. It was the best quiche I've ever had partly because I haven't had much quiche and I was hungry. Don't miss taking a photo of the cheese behind the glass wall before you enter the cafe. We had a lovely local white wine and we enjoyed our experience. It was so Swiss! There is a nice shop with lots of cheese, meats and wine if you prefer to do a picnic. It was the fondue we were after though.

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    A highly educational museum right outside of the main bus stop of town where you'll learn how Gruyère cheese is made.

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    Swiss Riviera Wine Tours

    Swiss Riviera Wine Tours

    5.0(4 reviews)
    20.3 km

    What an incredible day in the Lavaux wine region of Switzerland with Nicholas. Not only was he…read moreknowledgeable about the region but he had such a great understanding of the everyday rhythms of the area. He seamlessly sweeps you right in to the culture and the wine. From the wineries you visit to the vistas you encounter, everything is phenomenal. The only thing that makes it even better is to enjoy an outing on the lake looking back at the shore in his Riva. Add this to your wine tour and you will have an experience that will rival any other.

    Swiss Riviera Wine Tours was strongly recommended by our concierge so we made an appointment. This…read moreprivate adventure was a pure treat! Our guide was friendly, funny and incredibly knowledgeable about the area and the wine. We did the Chablais tour in a private luxury van. It was too fantastic. We had to do another so we took the Lavaux tour too. We were immediately impressed by the views of the properties. We were able to see a lot more of the vineyards this way and it was nice to have someone who knew the good restaurants to enjoy the famous filet de perche. The wines were delightful. The Chablais was shockingly fresh. Some had bright, luscious melon and papaya aromas. This wine is all about the texture. They had a great finish that lingers for a bit with good acidic structure. The Lavaux wines were lush with tastes of dried cinnamon, spices, cherries and just a slight herbaceous note. They had nice acidity and were really mouthwatering. All were wonderful on the palette, stretching out across your whole tongue and leaving you wanting more. I wish we could find more Swiss wines in California. I guess we'll just have to come back. Thanks Nic and Swiss Riviera Wine Tours for an unforgettable experience. We cannot wait to see you again.

    Citywheels "les Cygnes" Segway Geneva - Citywheels Segway Training Center "Les Cygnes"

    Citywheels "les Cygnes" Segway Geneva

    5.0(1 review)
    82.3 km

    I was only in Geneva for a few days, so last-minute went to CityWheels on Saturday morning to see…read moreif I could join a tour of Old Town. After I found them (go to the top floor of the Les Cygnes mall and follow the path), Reto was there and said he didn't have availability that morning, but told me to come back at 5 and he'd take me out on a tour. I returned at 5 and discovered he was going to take me out alone at no extra charge--great personalized customer service! And because there was a music festival occurring that made travel through Old Town difficult due to crowds, he fashioned his own tour of the lake and gardens. He was a fountain of knowledge about Geneva's history, politics, geography--anything I could throw at him he could answer. He also took a ton of candid photographs during the tour and emailed them to me promptly after the tour. If you've never ridden a Segway (I had), you ride sometimes on the streets, so it was a little scary at first, but Reto led with confidence, so it was fun. I highly recommend a tour with CityWheels and Reto!

    From the owner: We are the No. 1 rated tour operator in Geneva (TripAdvisor). Come and discover Geneva from a new…read morepoint of view by taking part to one of our Segway guided tours. Segways are very easy to use. You will learn in a couple of minutes on our terrace at "Les Cygnes" Shopping center. We will then glide into the city on one of the tour who have chose. Our tours are for ages 16 and above, and you will experience Geneva from the Segway glide deck.

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    City Train Luzern

    City Train Luzern

    4.3(4 reviews)
    107.2 km

    This is a great way to explore the city, especially if you're short on time or traveling Lucerne…read morefor the first time. The route covers many of Lucerne's main highlights, and it's a relaxing way to get oriented without a lot of walking. The train itself is clean and comfortable, and the ride feels smooth and well-organized. The audio commentary is informative and gives helpful background about the city's history and landmarks, making it more than just a sightseeing ride. Audio recording is available in many languages. Staff were friendly and efficient.

    This little train tour is a cute way to see the town of Lucerne pretty quickly (about 45 minutes),…read morebut it does have its drawbacks too. The little blue and white train arrives to pick up the passengers, and you will all get packed in quite tightly. Each row is a two person seat, so if you're with a friend or significant other, just squeeze in together. But I could see it being uncomfortable for two strangers to sit by each other so close. The train car itself is quite low to the ground, so you also sort of feel like you're in a kids' ride at the fair. Aside from the tightness and uncomfortable seating situation, it's actually quite a nice ride around Lucerne in a quick snapshot. You will pass the iconic Chapel Bridge, see lots of cute shops and sights, and ride along the gorgeous Lake Lucerne. There are headphones that give you the facts about what you're seeing as you pass by each spot. The fact that it's an open air, slower rolling train gives you more of a chance to get some good photos. For an affordable price (about 12 CHF), and a good amount of time on the train that you get for that amount, I think it is definitely worth it, even with the few drawbacks I mentioned.

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    Outdoor Interlaken

    Outdoor Interlaken

    3.3(21 reviews)
    61.3 km

    Interlaken is well known for all of the activities for thrill-seekers. You can go whitewater…read morerafting, paragliding, and canyon swinging...all with the same company! For this trip, we decided to go canyon swinging in the Glacier Canyon with Outdoor Interlaken. Must be purchased ahead of time! Cancellation policy is pretty flexible with a full refund if cancelled 48 hours before your start time. It's kind of pricey but how often will you get an opportunity to jump and swing through a canyon? There's also an add-on for the GoPro footages but you can decide after swinging through the canyon, which is what we did. You can choose to be picked up in Interlaken or meet at least 5-10 minutes before your start time at Glacier Canyon. For safety reasons, you aren't allowed to bring anything with you unless you're able to zip it up in your pants. If you have prescription glasses, you can bring them and they provide a little baggy to put it in while you swing. Everything is stored in plastic bins which you can pick up outside of the canyon when you're done. The experience starts with a short van ride up to the top of the canyon. Our guide was really friendly and knew what he was doing in terms of safety so it made us feel safer and calmer. The swing itself was like nothing I've done before! It's very nerve wracking when you're at the top and I think the anticipation just makes it a lot worse. The drop itself is only a couple of seconds but feels so much longer. Some of my friends think they blacked out for a second because they don't even remember looking at the canyon while swinging! I would allocate about 2 hours for the experience, especially if you're doing this with a large group. You don't need to wait for the strangers in your group to finish swinging. And afterwards, the canyon is free for you to enjoy! We were able to run out to grab our stuff, grab the complementary drink that was part of the swinging ticket, and go back into the canyon.

    I never imagined I'd ever jump into a canyon, but when my friend sent us a link to the Glacier…read moreCanyon Swing with Outdoor Interlaken, it seemed like a one time opportunity so I thought why not? Immediate regret after agreeing to this because I was nervous from the moment it was booked, all the way up until the experience was actually over. On the day of our reservation, we were unfortunately a few minutes late due to issues with delayed/cancelled buses, but luckily they waited up for us. The whole process was smooth with getting us checked in and up to the jump point. When you watch the video or look at other people jump from down below, the free fall distance looks so short. But it feels SO long when you're the one jumping! I've gone skydiving multiple times before but never found that scary. This, on the other hand, was so nerve wracking, and I'm not even scared of heights at all. I think the free fall was so scary for me that I squeezed my eyes shut, since I don't remember seeing anything during the free fall. I'd imagine seeing the floor get closer and closer to me would be terrifying. Once the free fall portion is over, you then do a few wide swings back and forth across the canyon before they throw a rope out to you to pull yourself in. This part wasn't scary at all for me and was pretty relaxing as I got to take in the view. Once you're all done, you're free to go see the rest of the canyon area. Once we exited, we were given the option to purchase a video of our experience which got emailed to us a few days later. We also received a complimentary drink ticket that we were able to use next door. Overall, super scary but definitely a fun experience that I'd recommend for any thrill seekers. Outdoor Interlaken also offers a variety of other activities, so check them out for all your outdoorsy needs!

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    Free Walking Tours Zurich

    Free Walking Tours Zurich

    4.8(8 reviews)
    141.9 kmKreis 1

    Walking tour of Zurich? How about a free 2 hour walking tour of Zurich? Now you're talking…read more Met at 11am on a Monday when all the museums were closed, at the Credit Suisse in the Paradeplatz, one of the world's most expensive and exclusive shopping areas. Must have been at least 100 people there. Fortunately about 20 peeled off for the Spanish speaking tour. Julian was our guide, a great story teller with an abundance of jokes. At the Fraumünster church, we discovered tiny hieroglyphics carved into the stones. This was to keep track of which artisan packed which stones into the structure, for pay purposes. We stop by a statue of a burgermeister, condemned to death not for killing dogs, but for raising taxes! We wander through St Peter Church - one of the four main churches in Zurich whose clock face is the largest in all of Europe; We check out the restaurant where famous painters as Picasso, Chagall, Giacometti paid for their food with their own paintings. The restaurant owners sold the paintings right away, instead of keeping them until they appreciated in value. Next, we check out the house where Lenin was living before returning to Russia, leading the 1917 revolution. We go along the Limmatquai with many buildings dating from the days of the rich Guilds that governed Zurich. We wander through the Lindenhof and Roman Baths - the historical site of a Roman castle situated on a hillside, with great views of Old Town. Did you know that Albert Einstein and 20 Nobel Prize winners were students at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology? At the end of the 2 hour free tour Julian poses with a group for Facebook picture under "Free walk Zurich", passes out postcards with the logo, and collects tips, once again at the Paradeplatz. With 100 people, and an average of CHF3 per tip per person, Julian is a walking piggy bank, and takes no chances with his travel bag, now heavy with CHF bills. He walks only a few steps to make an in person deposit at the nearest bank! Or does he keep part of the stash hidden from the authorities?

    This was our first experience with a walking tour and we loved it! It was such a great way to see…read moreand learn about the city. We only had 1 full day in Zurich so we wanted to get the most out of it. We actually ended up doing 2 Free Walking Tours Zurich. The old Zurich tour and the Zurich West tour. We had such a blast getting to know more about such a beautiful city. The Old Zurich tour was much more crowded. Our guide was amazing. Explained a lot and told us great stories about the city. She even recommended a place for lunch which was delicious. The Zurich West tour was good, but not as great as the morning tour. Our guide was knowledgeable but we didn't feel like we learned as much. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone traveling to Zurich

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