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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Sihlquai, Sihlstrasse 41, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

Depart from central Zurich in an air-conditioned minivan and travel along the scenic shores of Lake Zurich on your way to the world-famous Lindt chocolate factory outlet.

Stop At: Lindt Chocolate Shop Altendorf, Bruegglistrasse 53, Altendorf 8852 Switzerland

Your tour starts with a panoramic drive along beautiful Lake Zurich. At your first stop, a great shopping opportunity awaits you at the world-famous Lindt chocolate factory outlet shop - a must-do for chocoholics!

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Schloss Rapperswil, Rapperswil 8640 Switzerland

Afterwards, your tour continues to the picturesque region of Appenzell in Eastern Switzerland. On the way, you'll pass the town of Rapperswil, well known for its impressive medieval castle.

Stop At: Appenzeller Schaukaeserei, Dorf 711, Stein 9063 Switzerland

You'll then stop in the village of Stein where you'll learn more about the traditional method of cheese-making at the local cheese factory.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Appenzellerland Tourismus AI, Hauptgasse 4, 9050 Appenzell, Switzerland

Take a guided walk past decorative houses, before enjoying approximately two hours at your leisure. You may choose to visit the Appenzell Museum for a closer look at traditional Swiss customs or enjoy a local speciality at one of the cosy Appenzell restaurants. Alternatively, go for some souvenir shopping along Appenzell's pedestrian zone.

Before heading back to Zurich, your guide will take you to the historic town square, setting for one of the most unique political traditions in Switzerland. All local elections and parliamentary decisions are publicly debated here by show of hands.

Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes

Stop At: Sihlquai, Sihlstrasse 41, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

After a great day we will drop you off again in Zürich.

Duration: 1 minute

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Included

Professional guide
Visit to the Lindt chocolate factory outlet shop
Visit of cheese factory
Walking tour of Appenzell
Visit to the cultural and historical museum of Appenzell
Entry/Admission - Appenzeller Schaukaeserei

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
This tour does not include a visit to the Lindt chocolate factory itself; just the outlet shop
You will have some free time in Appenzell to explore independently without your guide
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund

Features

Tourism

85%

Cultural

65%

Reviews

3.7

59

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CHANDRA P

5 | 2018-01-11

EXCELLENT TOUR

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jae39shim

5 | 2017-08-10

5 stars experience Our gentleman guide was very good. I gives him 5 stars review. he went an extra mile to take us to cable car ride on our own expence. Cable car ride was not included in original plan.

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Adriana L

5 | 2017-07-21

The guide, Monica, was very pleasant and friendly and shared her wealth of knowledge in an interesting way. The tour is well-paced and the trip through the countryside gave a good insight in the agricultural activities of the region. We enjoyed the visits to the cheese factory and chocolate outlet. We spent some time in the small town Appenzell with its beautiful streets, interesting small shops, and museum.

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William D

5 | 2016-08-17

We loved our tour including Appenzell!

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Renee C

5 | 2015-12-21

This trip was excellent. The drive through the countryside was beautiful. We decided not to go up the mountain by cable car and spent a couple of hours in Appenzell. What a charming little Swiss village. The shops were quaint, the restaurant served excellent food, and the village was very picturesque. We loved this tour and the tour guide, Beat, was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and shared all kinds of information about the region and life in Switzerland. Highly recommended.

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mrswanson

3 | 2015-10-13

Didn't expect to just be dropped off for five hours while the rest of the group continued on to a mountain. So we had five hours of free time.

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