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Get the traditional Swiss experience on a day trip from Lucerne, tasting chocolate and cheese, and discovering castles and chapels. Taking part in a small group of just six people, you’ll enjoy a more intimate tour experience as you explore. For an extended trip, upgrade to include a sightseeing cruise ticket, and see the Swiss sights from Lake Lucerne.

This comprehensive 4-hour tour set against the backdrop of Lucerne Castle and the Swiss Alps allows you to cover the city by boat and foot, while tasting some of the best chocolate in the world. Shutterbugs will love the boat tour, which takes you past the famous Chapel Bridge and Lucerne’s distinct buildings. If a taste of chocolate isn’t enough, you have the option to extend tour and add on a chocolate-making workshop.

Your unique food experience takes place in Marco’s restaurant, located in a beautiful 150-year-old building that is decorated in the shabby chic style. The dining tables are handmade from old doors on the property. The warm lighting and interesting décor make for great talking points throughout the evening! The restaurant is also very close to Mount Pilatus, a major tourist attraction in Lucerne. Marco feels that travelers don’t often get the opportunity to try local food while in Switzerland, so he is excited to share his cuisine with travelers. During your two-hour, hands-on cooking class you will learn to make a few Swiss specialties with a trained pastry chef, who also loves to cook.

Want to experience Lucerne like a local? For art, architecture, natural wonders,culture, and culinary art Lucerne is one of the great treasure of Europe. Steeped in history and tradition, food and wine are the heart and soul of its culture. Your journey is as much about the sites and beautiful alpine landscapes as it is about experiencing the Swiss Wine and Cheese, providing a balance between fueling your spirit and feeding your soul. Join me in a walking tour discovering Lucerne highlights which includes: Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, Old city wall, Lucerne castle and wine tasting with snacks included in one of the best culinary places and Vinothek by the Reuss River in Lucerne. 

Accompanied by one of our guides, this unique tour combines sightseeing of Chapel Bridge, Lucerne’s old town and the Lion monument (one of the symbols of the city) with a visit of the most famous brewery of central Switzerland and beer tastings. It is the best way to spend a short time in one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. Accompanied by one of our English-speaking and local expert tour guide, this unique tour combines a walking tour of Lucerne Old Town with a Beer Tasting of the finest Swiss local beers. It is the best way to spend a short time in one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. Accompanied with your Guide you will discover the most beautiful and iconic landmarks of Lucerne such as the Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the Medieval Walls and some hidden and secret alleys. At the end of the walking tour you will taste 4 different type of Beers, all locally produced in Switzerland. Included will be some appetisers.

Swiss chocolate is celebrated by connoisseurs all over the world—and this factory tour and tasting session offers the perfect introduction to local chocolate traditions. Make your own way to the family-owned chocolate factory, where you’ll go on a behind-the-scenes production tour, will sample award-winning chocolates, and will even decorate your own chocolate bar. You can also upgrade to add a walking or boat tour of Lucerne to your itinerary.

The historic town of Lucerne is famed the world over for the iconic beer brewed within its limits. Set within stunning rolling hills and perched on the shores of the crystalline Lake Lucerne, the iconic beer masters are prime examples of the love and expertise that elevates Lucerne beers' brewing. With your guide, you will be given exclusive backstage secrets and learn how Swiss brewers create the iconic golden brew. Treat your tastebuds with a tasting session, and experience the full range of delicious regional brewed beers.

Lucerne, Switzerland sports a vibrant wine scene, set amid the area’s lakes and mountains. This tour starts with a 30-minute cruise on Lake Lucerne, or a scenic 15-minute bus ride, before trying four of the area’s most innovative wine blends. You’ll learn about the Old World traditions and new winemaking approaches. After the tour, you’ll head back to Lucerne, with the option of adding on a trip to the city’s castle or a walking tour.

Explore a maze of underground caves dedicated to aging fine Swiss cheese on a private cheese tour from Lucerne; you’ll get an inside look at a delicious food tradition, from Swiss cows to the aging process. Following the tour enjoy a selection of cave-aged cheeses paired with an aperitif, or select a Swiss fondue meal to experience a very Swiss tradition.

Nestled in the foothills of the Swiss Alps, Lucerne is surrounded by soaring peaks and fertile vineyards, where diverse grape varietals thrive in the sun-soaked earth. On this wine-tasting tour, visit Lucerne and the Kastanienbaum region’s vineyards and winemakers, and sample the delicate wines in production accompanied by Swiss cheeses and fresh bread. With your guide on hand to capture your day on camera, travel by boat, bus, and gondola, and see the best of Lucerne in one day.

Combine city sightseeing with schoggi tasting on a private tour of Lucerne, ideal for first-time visitors or chocolate lovers. Explore on foot for a more intimate glimpse of landmarks such as the Chapel Bridge and Jesuit Church, then visit a family-run Swiss chocolatier to sample their traditional confectionery. Benefit from the insider knowledge and personalized insights of a local guide.

Say cheese! Learn about the history of Lucerne on a 2.5 hrs walking tour led by a local guide, then experience its love affair with cheese on an All you can eat Fondue or Raclette culinary experience on a three hrs. evening boat trip around Lake Lucerne. Good food and great views make for a fantastic combination on this jovial evening cruise that showcases the very best of Swiss cuisine. You'll see the most iconic landmarks of the most beautiful Swiss city from the water and from the best panorama viewing points in a lovely and relaxing Swiss experience. We will visit the Lion Monument and take a lift to Lucerne Castle to admire the most stunning alpine views!

Experience one of the most spectacular cities in Central Switzerland by cruising Lake Lucerne in a historical motor Yacht built in 1926 and fully renovated in 2016. Combine luxury and history with family or friends. Swiss Alps are just around the corner from the picturesque city of Lucerne, just after 5-10 minutes you will be in the heart of nature. This is a 1 hour long unforgettable adventure, including drinks and snacks, to some of the most spectacular alpine landscapes in Switzerland. On this tour, you are going to see and enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty of the magical Central alps right at the heart of Switzerland. Central Switzerland is an unmissable destination, whether it is for the crystal clear waters of Lake Lucerne or for the magnificent alpine landscapes, there is no doubt you will find a reason to include this region in your vacation plans. Add a wine tasting, as an optional extension, to your private Yacht tour to round up your Swiss experience!

A true treat for the senses, this cheese and chocolate escapade lifts the curtain on the backstage world of cheese and chocolate production in Switzerland. Our adventure begins in the medieval village of Gruyères, famed for the nutty, semi-hard cheese which shares its name. Discover ramshackle 15th-century homes, meandering cobblestone alleys, and one of Switzerland’s crowning glory: the magnificent Castle of Gruyères. Treat your tastebuds to a local dairy, where highly-skilled cheesemakers will teach us how to make Gruyères. Sample the iconic cheese fresh from the wheel, and discover the rich history behind the recipe. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a visit to the legendary Cailler Factory, the birthplace of Swiss chocolate. Discover why Cailler chocolate is considered the creamiest in Europe, and watch chocolatiers practicing their art.

Lucerne Brewery Tour Tour the brewery behind the beers of the Rathaus Brauerei in Lucerne City. Guided by the master brewer or a beer sommelier Want a true taste of Lucerne? Take your taste buds for a private 2 hrs. tour visiting a traditional Brewery and explore the history of beer brewing in Lucerne. Experience the enchanting world of beer and brewing behind the scenes. Meet craft beer artisans. Discover the art of beer in an Alpine setting surrounded by historical sights and stunning mountain Landscapes. Soak up the beauty of Lucerne with its Medieval landmarks in a 2.5 hrs extension walking tour

This tour from Luzern will take you to the places where Swiss delicacies are made and in many cases take you on a interactive on self guided tours in cheese and chocolate factories as well as vineyards in some stunning locations. This particular cheese chocolate and wine tour is located in the Bern region. Visit the Cailler chocolate factory in Broc and then journey 15 mins to the Gruyere cheese dairy. The Lavaux Vineyards on the banks of lake Geneva are amazing to visit. A city tour of the nations capital Bern is also possible taking in the Bear enclosure, the Rosegarden, the Clock Tower and the Parliament buildings. In all cases there will either be a self guided tour or a demonstration so guests or a chance to see the products be produced on site and naturally there will be a chance to sample the delicious products and buy some. Your guide will be with you at all times. This all adds up to a delicious and interesting Tour !!

You and your group will embark on a three-hour Lucerne gastronomy tour. Food & Wine are all included in the price and a 2 hrs walking city tour can be booked as an (optional tour extension). Once our local and passionate guide concludes our food tour in Lucerne, you will leave with a stomach full of delectable Lucerne food and some additional local knowledge and sightseeing tips, to enhance the pleasure of your trip that will last with you for a lifetime. Come and join our food tour! feature a variety of gourmet shops that allows us to introduce you to the full spectrum of Local cuisine, all set in these beautiful alpine city. You want to know more about their incredible history and culture? Join us for a 2 hrs walking tour as an optional extension! We visit Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument, City old wall and Lucerne Castle.  This trip can also be customized to include other Tours in Lucerne city, the swiss alps or the lake.

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This tour takes you on a journey to the east of the country and experience a beautiful area little touched by international tourism. Visit Appenzell with it`s colourful facades before heading to the tiny mountain principality of Liechtenstein, mainly just to say you have been. Some highlights Mt Santis & Hoher Kasten Appenzell Cheese Dairy Maestrani Chocolate Factory Liechtenstein Longest covered bridge in Europe over Rhine A MORE DETAILED LOOK The drive takes us along the Sihlbrugg pass and across Zürichsee to Rapperswil with its medieval castle. We journey onto Mt Säntis where from a peak of 2502 metres, one can see Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy (on a clear day). This is the highest point in the region. After this we journey onto to the green and hilly region of Appenzell where one can stroll through the quaint pedestrian zone with it`s painted wooden houses, before heading back to Luzern, popping into Vaduz in Liechtenstein on the way back.

This tour will take you to the places where swiss delicacies are made and in many cases take you on a interactive on self guided tours in cheese and chocolate factories as well as vineyards in some stunning locations. Tours will be built so that any preferences are taken into account considering geographical locations. If time allows other natural attractions will be visited so that guests can experience the natural beauty of Switzerland or a local city or town such as Bern, Zurich and Luzern. Select between Aeschbach, Lindt, Cailler and Maestrani chocolate factories and Emmental, Appenzell, Gruyere and Engelberg cheese. Vineyards include ones in the Lavaux and in Luzern, Liechtenstein and Stein am Rhine. In all cases there will either be a self guided tour or a demonstration so guests or a chance to see the products be produced on site and naturally there will be a chance to sample the delicious products and buy some. This all adds up to a delicious and interesting Tour !!