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Basler Münster

The cathedral of Basel, the "Basler Münster".

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Chillon Castle

Chillon Castle is a medieval fortress located on a beautiful spot along Lake Geneva, with nice views over the lake. It’s close to the atmospheric town of Montreux and can easily be reached by public transportation and on foot.

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Maison Cailler

This chocolate factory and multi-media museum allows visitors to learn about the making of Swiss chocolate.

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Gruyères

An atmospheric medieval town, known for its castle and the nearby cheese and chocolate factories.

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La Maison du Gruyère

This cheese factory and show dairy explains how the famous 'Le Gruyère AOP' cheese is made.

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Chocolate Train

Enjoy a one-day train and bus trip from Montreux, visiting the cheese and chocolate factories near Gruyères.

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  • Attraction type: Culinary tour, Cheese;
    Culture;
    Culinary tour, Chocolate;
    Scenic trip, By train;
    Scenic trip, By bus
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Montreux (South-West Switzerland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Jet d'Eau Geneva

This huge fountain is the landmark of Geneva.

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Swiss Museum of Transport

Interactive museum with cars, trains, planes and more modes of transport. Great for both adults and children.

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Castles of Bellinzona

Explore the three castles of Bellinzona, a UNESCO World Heritage site from the Middle Ages.

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  • Attraction type: Culture, Museum;
    Culture, Monument;
    City tour
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Bellinzona (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Münster Cathedral Basel

Imposing cathedral along the river Rhine.

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Swissminiatur

The miniature version of Switzerland. You can see many of its highlights in a few hours.

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  • Attraction type: Culture, Museum
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Lugano (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

The Ticino region in one day

Don't have much time, or looking for an introduction to the Ticino region? This one-day trip to Lugano and Locarno makes sure you won't miss the best spots.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
    Natural site, Lake;
    Culture, Monument;
    City tour;
    Scenic trip, By train;
    Scenic trip, By boat
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino), Lake Lugano (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Madonna del Sasso

The Madonna del Sasso is a historical church on a sacred mountain just outside Locarno. The church, the walk to get there and the view from the top are definitely worth a visit.

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  • Attraction type: Culture, Monument;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Locarno (Ticino)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Lausanne to Chillon Castle scenic round trip by boat

Boat tickets from Lausanne to Chillon Castle and back. This is a scenic journey along vineyards and mountains. You can optionally pay a visit to the castle.

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Lucerne self guided city walk with audio guide

Explore the beautiful center of Lucerne at your own pace. It takes 1h40 on average. Download the audio app on your smartphone for detailed guidance. You'll get lifetime access to the app.

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Entrance ticket to Chaplin's World

A ticket for an independent visit to this interactive museum. Explore the house and studio of Charlie Chaplin, the comic actor who shaped the film industry from the 1920's to the 1960's.

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Swiss open-air museum tickets

Tickets to the Ballenberg open-air museum where you can see original old Swiss farm houses and demonstrations of local crafts.

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Entrance ticket to the Olympic Museum in Lausanne

Entrance ticket to the Olympic Museum in Lausanne.

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Entrance tickets to Maestrani’s Chocolarium

Entrance tickets to Maestrani’s Chocolarium: a Swiss chocolate factory in Flawil, where you can learn about chocolate, watch how it's made, taste it and buy it.

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Guided 2-hour walking tour of Lucerne

Small-group guided walk in the historical town center of Lucerne. Apart from many medieval buildings, the city wall, old town squares and the lake, you'll see famous sights: the Chapel Bridge and the Jesuit Church for example.

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Guided walk in Lucerne and a boat ride

A local guide takes you to the historical town center, including the Chapel Bridge and the castle (Château Gütsch). A 1-hour boat ride to see Lucerne and the mountains from a different perspective is included as well. This small-group tour takes about 3 hours.

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Geneva city tour by bus, tram, boat and on foot

3.5 hour guided tour along Geneva's famous fountain, the Old Town, the flower clock, and onto the lake during a cruise.

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Full day trip to medieval Gruyères and chocolate factory from Geneva

After a scenic bus ride you'll arrive in the medieval tiny town of Gruyères to admire the castle and the ancient houses. Visits to the Maison Cailler and the cheese factory are included too, and you'll have time to explore Gruyères on your own and have lunch.

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  • Attraction type: Culinary tour, Cheese;
    Culture, Museum;
    Culinary tour, Chocolate;
    Scenic trip, By bus
  • Escort: guide
  • Region: Geneva (South-West Switzerland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Day trip to the Lavaux vineyards, Vevey, Montreux and Chillon Castle from Geneva

Enjoy Lake Geneva during this 10-hour guided tour. A stop in the vineyards and a glass of wine are included, as well Chillon Castle and stops in Vevey and Montreux.

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Unique tour inside the Bern clock tower

Nearly all tours in Bern take you along the pretty Zytglogge (clock tower), but this one actually takes you inside the tower. You can see the clockwork from up close, and enjoy the view over the town. The tour takes 60 minutes.

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Guided chocolate city hike in Zurich

In 2 hours, you'll learn a lot about Zurich and see some of its famous landmarks. On top of that, your local guide will tell you all about chocolate and get you free sample tasting of macarons and pralines.

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  • Attraction type: Culinary tour, Chocolate;
    City tour;
    Culture
  • Escort: guide
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
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