Bern Small Group Day Trip from Zurich Including Cheese Tasting

Get to Know Bern - Swiss Capital & Countryside!

Kambly Experience at Bern- Swiss Capital & Countryside

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Follow The Scenic Grand Tour of Switzerland

Duration10h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

Discover the delights of Bern and the surrounding countryside on a day trip from Zurich. Enjoy the rural charms of the lush, mountainous Swiss landscape. Stop at the Kambly Experience to see how Switzerland’s finest biscuits are made. Take a guided tour around the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Bern Old Town, and learn about the art of making Emmental cheese during a visit to a show dairy, which will include a cheese tasting. Numbers limited to 16 people, ensuring a small-group experience.

What's included

Transportation in a comfortable minibus with AC and free Wi-Fi
Emmentaler show dairy, including cheese tasting
Guided Old Town walk in Bern
Visit of a dairy farm with photo opportunities
Visit to Kambly Experience, including biscuit tasting with drink and biscuit samples
Full guided tour by a professional English speaking driver-guide
Small group experience (maximum 16 guests)
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Personal expenses

What to expect

Zurich
Pass by

Depart Zurich (Sihlquai Bus Station) by comfortable minivan and journey into the idyllic countryside. As you travel, listen to your guide share information about the region.
UNESCO Biosphare Entlebuch
Pass by

Pass through Entlebuch Valley, a beautiful and scenic area that was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve for its moorlands and rich Alpine flora and fauna.
45m · Admission ticket included

Cross over into Trubschachen in the Upper Emmental Valley, which is noted for its lush green landscapes, clear streams, and snow-capped mountains. Stop at the Kambly Experience, home to Switzerland’s premier biscuit producer. Discover how the sweet treats are made and taste several different biscuit varieties.
Bern
2h 15m

Continue on to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bern, the medieval capital of Switzerland. With pretty, red-roofed buildings and cobbled streets, Bern is considered by many to be Switzerland’s most attractive city.

Explore Bern’s ancient Old Town with your guide and discover picturesque local landmarks including the 328-foot (100-meter) spire of Bern Minster. Discover top city attractions such as the imposing parliament building and the clock tower, and enjoy beautiful views over the Aare River. Afterward, enjoy a little free time in Bern to eat lunch (own expense) or shop for souvenirs.
1h · Admission ticket included

Then it’s back to the bus for another drive into the heart of the Emmental, a patchwork of green pastures dotted with an occasional farmhouse. Visit an Emmental show dairy to learn more about the region’s famous cheese. Peer into the production hall and discover how Emmentaler AOP is made. At the end of your tour, sample some of the deliciously nutty cheese. Continue to a nearby dairy farm for a photo stop before returning to Zurich to enjoy the spectacular view of the green alpine pastures of the Emmental to the triple peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau on a clear day.
Zurich
Pass by

After an exciting day, your tour guide will bring you back to Zurich, where your tour started in the morning.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.

End point

The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.

Additional information

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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not suitable for infants under 6 years, exceptions only on request.

Cancellation policy

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

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