Cheese

Activity overview

Get a taste of Switzerland! Spend a day immersing yourself in world famous chocolate, cheese and beautiful scenery.

Take a coach from KISC through the scenic Swiss countryside to the Cailler chocolate factory in Broc. Here you will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate and how it is made before you get the chance to taste their signature recipes for yourself! From here you will travel to the beautiful picturesque village of Gruyère where you will have some time to enjoy the surroundings and eat your lunch. You will then take a tour around the factory which produces the world-famous Gruyère cheese. In the end, you will have the chance to enjoy some cheese samples.

Schedule 
Meet at KISC
07:50
Depart KISC on coach 08:05
Arrive at Cailler Chocolate Factory
10:30
Take a tour of the Gruyère Cheese Factory
12:00
Then visit the Gruyère village
13:45
Arrive back at KISC 
17:45
Pricing 
  • Price adult: CHF 85.00
  • Price child (0-11 years): CHF 80.00 

Price includes: coach transport throughout the day, entrance to both factories and free samples in both factories.

Guest cancellation: the activity provider's guest cancellation policy can be found here.

Important information 
  • A leader or responsible person over 18 years old must be present as part of the group.
  • If you are using KISC catering then please check that you have booked a packed lunch for each member of your group.
  • Make sure that all members of your group know when and where to meet the coach throughout the day. You will be booked in for specific tour times at both of the factories, if you are late then you may not be able to enter.
  • You may need cash if you plan to buy souvenirs or lunch during the day.
  • This activity is provided by an external company. By purchasing a service of a third party you are accepting the terms and conditions specified by the provider. We accept no liability for services brokered through KISC which are provided by a third party. The invoicing is handled by KISC in the name of the provider.
Transport 

A coach will transport you from KISC to both of the factories and a short walk away from the village of Gruyère before bringing you back to KISC at the end of the day. This cost is included in the price.

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Activity

Season 
Autumn (Sep, Oct, Nov)
Spring (Mar, Apr, May)
Summer (Jun, Jul, Aug)
Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb)
Guidance 
Guided externally
Location 
60+ km away
Duration 1 day
Difficulty 
Price adult 
CHF 85.00
Price child (1-11) 
CHF 85.00
Programme theme 
Uniquely Swiss
Category 
Attractions & city breaks
Winter activities
Suitability 
Cubs
Scouts
Explorers
Rovers
Group size 15 - 80
Minimum age limit 
No age limit