Appenzell Alps Day Trip from Zurich – Farm Life & Cheese Tasting

Name: Appenzell Alps Day Trip from Zurich – Farm Life & Cheese Tasting
Brand: Viator
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Venture to the Heidi-like region of eastern Switzerland on this full-day guided coach tour from Zurich. Discover the secrets behind Switzerland’s famous cheese! Trace the path of raw milk from grazing cows on lush meadows to production at the Appenzeller show dairy. Take in breathtaking mountain views on an aerial cable car ride to the top of Hoher Kasten and learn about local customs on a guided stroll through the charming village of Appenzell, where old traditions are still alive. Even better, you’ll travel in a personalized small group with a maximum of 16 people, ensuring a relaxed and immersive experience.

Included

Transportation in a comfortable Mercedes minibus with AC and free Wi-Fi
Full guided tour by a professional English speaking guide
Aerial cable car ride up to Mt. Hoher Kasten with breathtaking panoramic views
Small group experience (maximum 16 guests)
Guided walk through the charming and traditional village of Appenzell
Visit to Appenzeller dairy, including museum and cheese tasting
Visit of a typical Swiss dairy farm
Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Not included

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

What you'll do

Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
Depart from central Zurich (Sihlquai Bus Station) in an air-conditioned minivan and set out on a scenic drive along beautiful Lake Zürich via the City of Rapperswil with its medieval castle to the gently rolling hills of the Appenzellerland with photo stops en route.
Stein
Stein, Switzerland
Discover a typically Swiss farm and taste a glass of fresh cow milk.
30 min
Appenzeller Schaukaserei
Dorf 711, Stein, Switzerland
Find out how natural Swiss milk and herbs are turned into Switzerland's tangiest cheese at the Appenzeller show dairy in Stein AR. Marvel at the imposing cellar storing up to 12,500 wheels of cheese and try to guess the top secret ingredients of the world-famous Appenzeller cheese during a cheese tasting.
1h 30mAdmission included
Hoher Kasten
Dorf 22, Bruelisau, Switzerland
Your tour continues to the village of Brulisau where you'll board the aerial cable car to the panoramic Mt. Hoher Kasten. At 6,000 feet (1,800 meters), enjoy breathtaking views over the Rhine Valley and Austria's Voralberg region. Go for a walk through the Alpine Garden or enjoy lunch at the spectacular revolving mountain restaurant (not included).
1h 15mAdmission included
Appenzell
Appenzell, Switzerland
Stroll through the town with your tour guide and learn about ancient traditions and customs of this region while browsing local specialty shops in the pedestrian zone with its decoratively painted wooden facades for around 15 minutes. Enjoy the remaining time to continue exploring the charming village of Appenzell at your own pace.
2 hours
Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
After a great day, we will drop you off again in Zurich, where the tour started.

Meeting and pickup

5 locations

Pickup details

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.