Cheese travel · 1-DAY TOURS
Good full-day cheese trips fill up weeks ahead and the small-group ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Travel from Krakow to Zakopane in a comfortable van with an English-speaking guide. Visit Chochołów, taste smoked oscypek and local alcohol, see the Wielka Krokiew ski jump and Jaszczurowka Chapel, then ride the Gubałówka funicular for Tatra views. You get hotel pickup, drop-off, and free time on Krupówki Street.
“Transport tip top as was our driver David All in a great day out”
Spend about 12 hours traveling from Brussels to Amsterdam by air-conditioned coach, with a cheese and clog farm visit, windmill views, and free time in the city. Your guide may lead the day in English, French, or Spanish, sometimes bilingually. The optional canal cruise costs extra, and Amsterdam sightseeing is largely self-guided.
“Dam square , floating flower market , red district , canal cruise, great views of city center , wind mill, cheese factory .”
Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by air-conditioned coach, stopping at Rembrandt Hoeve for cheese tasting and clog-making demonstrations. Your guide, often Bruno or Miguel, shares Dutch history and practical city tips. After a short panoramic bus tour, explore Amsterdam independently, with time for shopping, walking, or an optional canal cruise.
“The cheese/clog stop was amazing. Worth the experience on its own. However, the Amsterdam trip and experience was nice, but it would’ve been nice to know beforehand that the tour was completely solo. They could not walk us through the city, but they gave a map with the sites. Did not know that reservations were needed for the Anne Frank house or cannibis museum, yet they had that on the ma for things to see. If we didn’t research it before hand- we would’ve wasted time walking there and back. Overall, a nice trip to “check” the Amsterdam box.”
Travel from Zurich to Rhine Falls, Maestrani’s Chocolarium, Appenzeller Schaukäserei, and Appenzell village in one long day. Expect self-guided visits, Swiss chocolate and cheese tasting, free time in Appenzell, and an English-speaking driver-guide such as Tony or Alex. A boat cruise at the falls is available for an extra charge.
“We enjoyed the tour very much. The guides were very engaged and eager to give us all a good time. Thank you!”
Spend 11 hours beyond Zurich with an English-speaking guide such as Martin, Monika, Peter, or Franz. Visit a working Swiss farm, taste fresh milk, sample Appenzeller cheese, ride the cable car to Hoher Kasten, and walk through Appenzell. The small Mercedes minibus group is limited to 16 people.
“We liked being in a small group in a van after touring in a large coach for several days. Our guide was very nice and knowledgable. He stopped the van so we could get pictures of the gorgeous Swiss countryside. Unfortunately Monday was a holiday so we were unable to visit the chocolate store however we did enjoy the cheese tasting. The clouds closed in while we were on the mountain but we still enjoyed the limited views from the top. Appenzel is a very picturesque Swiss village.”
Travel from Geneva with guide Gabor in a comfortable vehicle limited to six people. Visit La Maison du Gruyère, explore the medieval town and 800-year-old Gruyères Castle, then taste Swiss chocolate at Maison Cailler. Hotel pickup, admission, headsets, and hotel drop-off in central Geneva are included.
“Gabor was a very accommodating and informative tour guide. The views of the Alps were spectacular and the drive was comfortable. The restaurant he chose for lunch was in a pretty setting in Gruyere and of course delicious like the cheese tour & Cailler chocolate. A great day!”
Travel from Zurich to Bern in a small Mercedes minibus with an English-speaking driver-guide. The day combines Entlebuch scenery, Kambly biscuit tasting, a guided Bern Old Town walk, free time, and Emmental cheese sampling. Guides such as Gallus, Thomas, Monika, and Brigitte have been praised for their warmth and local insight.
“We had a group of 12 persons. Our guide Monika also our driver, did a good job. She even take care of us during her meal time. Really exceeding our expectation. We were all very happy ! Thanks Monika !”
Spend 11 hours traveling from Zurich to Appenzell in a small group of up to 15. Visit a working Swiss farm, taste Appenzeller cheese and artisan chocolate, ride the cable car to Hoher Kasten, and walk Appenzell’s painted wooden streets. Guides such as Konrad, Martin, Gallus, and Tomas lead the day in English.
“Tudo foi muito bom, exceto a degustação de queijo, veio muito pouco no prato para compartilhar em 4 pessoas. O ideal seria cada pessoa receber um prato.”
Spend six easy hours in the Adelaide Hills with a small group of up to 11. Visit Mount Lofty, taste cheese at Udder Delights, sample chocolate at Melba’s, enjoy a German-style lunch at The Haus, and browse Beerenberg Farm. Guides including Jerry, Amanda, Ashley and Hermet have led this tour.
Travel from Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaca, Limassol, or Paphos into the Troodos villages with an English-speaking guide such as Demi, Helena, or Anna. Make halloumi and anari, eat brunch, and stop for local tastings including honey, olive oil, wine, and donkey milk.
“Both the trip and Helena the tour guide were great!!!!”
Travel from Geneva in a small group of up to six with hotel pickup, visiting La Maison du Gruyère, Gruyères Castle and Maison Cailler. You’ll learn how cheese and chocolate are made, taste both, enjoy a fondue lunch at the cheese factory restaurant, and return with guide Gabor handling the driving and timing.
“Gabor was absolutely amazing!! We had 3 days in Switzerland and he was the last tour we got to experience and it was the most perfect way to end our trip! I highly recommend booking this tour if you are in Geneva, and have the time. It was a girl friend and I, and he was very respectful, took all the pictures, helped with bags and coats, and was patient/never seemed bothered by us (we can be a lot and want all the photos) 10/10! We are already talking about coming back to experience more of the area with him!”
Travel by air-conditioned coach from central Amsterdam to Giethoorn, then cruise its canals with live commentary and a cheese platter. You’ll have free time for lunch, bridges, cafés, and shops. English and Spanish tours are offered, and an optional open ticket adds an Amsterdam canal cruise.
“We had heard that Geithoorn was very beautiful to see, but it exceeded our expectations. The canal ride was a lot of fun!”
Travel by train from Bern to Gruyères and Broc with an English-speaking guide such as Mike, Christoph, or Roland. Tour La Maison du Gruyère, explore the medieval village at your own pace, then visit Maison Cailler for chocolate tastings. The small group, capped at six, leaves room for personal help and free time.
“Local flavors, beautiful area, great scenery and history. Tour company is marvelous, helpful, adds true local knowledge and isn't some large non local firm. Thank you Mike!”
Travel from Geneva to the Fribourg Alps for a nine-hour small-group day with hotel pickup. Visit La Maison du Gruyère, Gruyères Castle, the medieval village, and Maison Cailler. Guide Vitalii is known for helpful local tips, including where to find a good fondue lunch.
“Very good. The guide Italiano was very detailed and provided great insights to Gruyeres and Switzerland”
Leave Paris early for Chablis, where you taste Petit Chablis through Grand Cru wines with local cheese. Continue to Beaune for lunch and the Hôtel-Dieu, then visit Château de Pommard for five more wines. A private driver handles the long road day, while local sommeliers lead the tastings.
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