Venture to the Heidi-like region of eastern Switzerland on this full day guided coach tour from Zurich. Sample local cheese and chocolate, walk the streets of Appenzell and catch an aerial cable car over Swiss Alpine peaks for a comprehensive insight into this region. Even better, you’ll travel in a personalized small group with a maximum of 16 people!

Itinerary
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Stop At: 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.

Duration: 2 minutes

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

On arrival, indulge your sweet tooth with delectable Swiss chocolate.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Rapperswil Castle, Rapperswil Switzerland

After purchasing appetizing souvenirs, travel past the town of Rapperswill, renowned for its impressive medieval castle, and arrive at the village of Stein.

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

Here, you’ll visit the local cheese factory where the famous wheel-shaped Appenzeller cheese is made.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hoher Kasten, Dorf 22, Bruelisau 9058 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).

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

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

Before heading back to Zurich, your guide will take you on a brief walking tour of Appenzell with its narrow pedestrian lanes and lovingly painted houses.

Duration: 1 hour

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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