Bern Old Town & Emmental Cheese Tour from Zurich with Tastings

4.7 (7 reviews) Zurich, Switzerland
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the rich history, cultural heritage, and famous culinary traditions of Switzerland on a private day tour from Zurich to Bern and the Emmental Valley. Perfect for travelers seeking comfort and personalized pacing, this tour combines medieval city sights with rural Swiss traditions.

Begin in Bern, Switzerland’s capital. Take a guided stroll through its UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, taking in famous landmarks such as the Zytglogge Clock Tower, the Federal Palace, and the famous Bear Park along the Aare River.

Next, journey into the lush countryside of the Emmental region, world-renowned for its rolling green hills and traditional holey cheese. Visit an authentic Emmental cheese factory to witness traditional cheesemaking techniques and sample artisanal varieties. With private transport and an expert local driver-guide, enjoy a seamless blend of city exploration and countryside tasting.

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Private Tour without Pickup

Pickup included

Private Tour with Pickup

Pickup included

What's included

  • Professional driver guide
  • Latest luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle
  • Entrance to Emmental

What to expect

  1. Zurich
    2h
    Meet your private driver-guide at your Zurich hotel and travel in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle across the Swiss countryside.
  2. Bern
    2h
    Explore Bern’s medieval center. Walk under covered shopping arcades, see the Zytglogge Clock Tower, visit the Parliament Building (Federal Palace), and admire the Bear Park.
  3. Emmentaler Schaukaeserei
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Travel through the picture-postcard landscapes of the Emmental region, famous for historic wooden farmhouses, grazing cattle, and rolling hills.
  4. Langnau im Emmental
    1m
    Visit a regional cheese dairy to learn how world-famous Emmentaler cheese is crafted using traditional techniques and enjoy tasting samples.
  5. Zurich
    2h
    Relax on the comfortable drive back through scenic Swiss valleys, returning directly to your Zurich hotel or starting point.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We can pick you up anywhere in Zurich City!
Drop off times depend on the time of year and the actual time of return

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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