Private Gruyères Castle, Cheese & Lavaux's UNESCO Wine Tour

Your guide will meet and greet you at your hotel or residence before accompanying you to the train station.

Along the way, they will provide an introduction to the city's history, culture, and traditions as your day's adventure begins.

The experience starts at La Maison du Gruyère, where you'll discover the craftsmanship behind one of Switzerland's most famous cheeses. Learn how Gruyère AOP is produced, from the delivery of fresh milk by local farmers to the aging process that creates its distinctive character. Your guide will explain the traditions that have shaped cheese production in the region for generations before you enjoy a tasting of this celebrated Swiss specialty.

From here, your guide will escort you to the medieval village of Gruyères. A gentle walk uphill towards the village entrance provides magnificent views of the surrounding countryside while introducing the area's rich heritage. As you stroll through the cobbled streets, you'll discover the town's medieval character, traditional architecture, and cultural significance within the Fribourg region.

At the heart of the village stands the impressive Gruyères Castle, one of Switzerland's most renowned historic landmarks. Your guide will share stories of the Counts of Gruyères, the castle's transformation through the centuries, and the events that shaped its legacy. There will be time to explore the castle grounds and enjoy memorable photo opportunities overlooking the surrounding landscapes.

The journey continues by rail through Montbovon before boarding the scenic GoldenPass route to Montreux. As you travel through beautiful mountain scenery, your guide will introduce the heritage of the region, the history of Montreux, and the significance of Lake Geneva, or Lac Léman, whose shores have attracted travellers, artists, and winegrowers for centuries.

Upon arriving in Epesses, you'll continue on an easy walk through the terraced vineyards of Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the route, your guide will explain how centuries of viticulture, monastic influence, and careful landscape management helped create one of Switzerland's most remarkable cultural regions.

The day concludes at Clos de la République, where you'll enjoy a tasting of four local wines in the presence of the estate team. Surrounded by vineyards overlooking Lake Geneva, you'll gain insight into the wines and traditions that have made Lavaux famous worldwide.

Your guide will bring you back to your hotel or residence after a day exploring Swiss cheese, medieval heritage, scenic railways, and celebrated vineyards.