From Zurich: Swiss Castle, Cheese & Chocolate Guided Tour｜Switzerland

Experience Switzerland beyond Zurich on a full-day journey through picturesque towns, fascinating traditions and some of the country's most delicious specialties.

Leave Zurich behind and travel along the beautiful shores of Lake Zurich to Rapperswil, a charming medieval town known as the “City of Roses.” Wander through its historic streets and discover Rapperswil Castle, dramatically perched above the town with spectacular views across the lake.

Continue to Einsiedeln, one of Switzerland's most important pilgrimage destinations. Visit the magnificent Benedictine Abbey, famous for its impressive Baroque architecture and the revered Black Madonna.

Then discover another essential part of Swiss culture: cheese! Visit the Milchmanufaktur show dairy and get an insight into traditional Swiss milk and cheese production. Enjoy a welcome drink and a delicious Swiss cheese tasting before exploring the local specialties in the shop.

And then comes the sweetest part of the day…

Travel to Kilchberg and the Lindt Home of Chocolate, one of Switzerland's most popular chocolate attractions. Step into an interactive world dedicated to the history and production of Swiss chocolate, discover how cocoa becomes chocolate and enjoy delicious tastings along the way. The experience also features a spectacular 9-metre-high chocolate fountain and the world's largest Lindt Chocolate Shop.

Finish your Swiss adventure with time to browse the Lindt shop for chocolates and souvenirs before returning to Zurich.

From medieval castles and magnificent monasteries to Swiss cheese and chocolate, this is the perfect day trip for travelers who want to experience more of Switzerland in one day.