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Begin your exclusive Swiss luxury journey with a private transfer from your Geneva hotel in a comfortable BMW. Your first stop is the picturesque Gruyères region, home to Maison Cailler (founded 1819), Switzerland's oldest chocolate maker. Walk through their interactive museum to discover how cocoa beans transform into exquisite Swiss chocolate, followed by a tasting of their signature creations. Enjoy a traditional cheese fondue lunch at a charming mountainside restaurant with panoramic Alpine views.
In the afternoon, travel through scenic Jura landscapes to Vallée de Joux, the cradle of Swiss watchmaking. At Espace Horloger, marvel at rare timepieces and learn how master watchmakers developed their precision craft over centuries. Working ateliers where artisans still hand-assemble luxury watches using techniques unchanged in generations. Your return trip to Geneva includes time to reflect on these twin pillars of Swiss excellence - the art of chocolate and the science of timekeeping.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The transfer will be carried out in a BMW JEEP/SUV type vehicle.
Itinerary
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The Soul of Swiss Chocolate Founded in 1819, Maison Cailler holds the distinction of being Switzerland's oldest chocolate brand and a true pioneer in confectionery history. This legendary chocolatier revolutionized the world by creating the first mass-produced milk chocolate in 1875, using fresh Alpine milk from cows grazing just kilometers away in Gruyères' lush pastures. Nestled in a storybook medieval town, Cailler's historic factory invites visitors on an immersive journey through chocolate-making magic - from raw cocoa beans to their signature gold-awarded "Branches" pralines. For over two centuries, the brand has guarded its secret recipes in a vault while supplying European royalty with exceptionally creamy creations. Today, the interactive museum reveals how Cailler perfected the alchemy of Swiss chocolate, blending tradition with innovation in every velvety bite.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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After exploring chocolate mastery at Cailler, we’ll enjoy an exquisite lunch in Gruyères’ enchanting medieval village, where time seems to stand still. Stroll through cobbled streets lined with 15th-century buildings before sitting down at one of the village’s finest restaurants, where you’ll savor the ultimate Swiss culinary experience. Indulge in the region’s famous food: cheese fondue made with the finest aged Gruyère AOP, and culminating with the legendary double cream meringue – all paired with premium Swiss wines. The authentic flavors, historic atmosphere, and breathtaking Alpine views create an unforgettable gourmet interlude before our horological journey.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Holy Land of Haute Horlogerie Nestled in the Jura Mountains, Vallée de Joux is the sacred birthplace of Swiss watchmaking, where legendary brands like Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet still craft their masterpieces today. The Espace Horloger museum reveals why this remote valley became horology's global epicenter, showcasing centuries of innovation - from the first minute repeaters to modern tourbillons. Through interactive exhibits and rare timepieces, you'll discover how local craftsmen transformed winter farming traditions into micromechanical artistry. The museum's stunning displays, show hundreds of intricate components beneath, symbolizing the valley's hidden watchmaking secrets. This living heritage continues today in nearby ateliers, where master watchmakers hand-assemble complications using techniques unchanged for generations.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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