Lucerne Farms Tour and Cheese Tasting Private tour

4 Hours
  • Private
  • Bus & Funicular
  • March to October
  • Fully Guided
  • Yes
  • Culinary
  • English
  • Cheese
  • Easy

Indulge in a Gourmet Getaway: Lucerne Farms Tour and Cheese Tasting Private Tour

Join us for an unforgettable all-inclusive trip to Switzerland with one of the private guided tours in Lucerne – Lucerne Farms Tour and Cheese Tasting Private tour. Experience stunning views of the city of Lucerne, Lake Lucerne, and the Central Swiss Alps while enjoying an oasis of peace in beautiful natural surroundings. Your English-speaking local guide will lead the way, taking you on a scenic funicular ride to Sonnenberg for an unparalleled view of the area. Then, you’ll embark on a 2-hour easy walk through green pastures, farms, and authentic Swiss hamlets. 

During the tour, your guide will share fascinating insights into the area’s past and present, including customs, language, and traditions. At a typical Swiss farm, you can purchase locally produced food and taste some delicious Swiss cheese. At the end of the tour, your guide will accompany you back to your hotel and provide recommendations for restaurants or shops.

*Please note that the historic funicular is closed from November to the middle of March, and we will take the bus instead.

What you'll do

During this private trip, you’ll have a chance to take a peek at the authentic lifestyle in the Swiss countryside. You will visit a small local farm and learn about animal rearing, food production, and the Swiss approach to sustainable agriculture. A stop at the dairy farm will let you discover the fascinating world of milk production, followed by a walk through the quaint, picturesque farm fields, concluded with a delicious cheese tasting.

Highlights

  • Take a peek into the authentic Swis countryside lifestyle with a visit at a local farm
  • Meet Swiss farm animals like cows and goats, learn about their lives at the dairy farm and even pet them if you like
  • Discover the ancient methods of Swiss cheese-making and experience the authentic flavors of this beloved Swiss delicacy
  • Your English-speaking private guides will provide insightful commentary and share their passion for Swiss agriculture

Plan Of The Day

Pick-up :

Your guide will pick you up at 9:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at your hotel in Lucerne. If you’re not staying in Lucerne, you will meet them at the Lucerne Torbogen also at 9:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.

Trip overview :

From there, you will walk through the Old Town and take a funicular up the Sonnenberg, a hill above Lucerne with a fantastic view of the lake and surrounding areas. This will take approximately an hour.

At Sonnenberg, you will visit a small sustainable farm. At the farm, you will learn about the Swiss dairy industry, sustainable farming, agriculture, and authentic Swiss cheese-making methods. We will visit the barns and interact with the animals who live there.

After the farm visit, we will take a 2-hour walk on the hills surrounding Lucerne. During the trip, we will also devour delicious local Swiss cheese.

Return :

The tour lasts about 3.5 hours, and you should be back in Lucerne either by 1:00 p.m. or 5 p.m.

What is included and not included

Included

  • All public transportation (within zone 10 in Lucerne)
  • Local guide
  • Visit to a typical Swiss farm
  • Stop by the farm shop
  • Tasting of some locally produced cheese

Not included

  • Personal items
  • Personal purchases

What you need to bring

  • Drinks and snacks
  • Comfortable shoes

Where We'll Meet

Hotel pick-up is offered in Lucerne City Center.

If your hotel is outside the city center of Lucerne, your guide will meet you at the Train Station in Lucerne.

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

Lucerne Farms Tour and Cheese Tasting Private tour
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From CHF68
/ Adult
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/ Child
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